This was an HDR that google actually did for me. My phone shots automatically back up to google and they ping me on my phone sometimes with their automated processing efforts and ask me if I want to save them. I did this time and added to it a bit in gimp/nik as well.

I like the diagonal composition, yes I would imagine a lot less in the way of clouds there, but you get those big endless skies to play with instead.

Fabulous light, colours and composition. The track (seems formed) leads in well, and the city peek beyond the shadowed hill sets the broader scene well environmentally.

It will be easy to check for horizon tilt out here
A hint of smog on the horizon - does that drift in from the coast?

Wow. Dramatic contextual landscaping. Nice to a discrete peep of the road lower left. Think of the night shots (stars) you'll be able to get!

Whoa! Adventurous HDR or sensor overload from the shadows?

Second bite. Appeal hasn't diminished.

Stunning arid zone clarity and colours. Wonder if clouds will be a bit scarcer than at the coast.

like a climb to get the "ring"

yea nice light,