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  • Driver Travis Pastrana sets a new record with a fine-tuned 2020 Subaru WRX STI

    2021 Subaru WRX STISubaru Motors USA driver Travis Pastrana managed to set a new record of 5 minutes and 28.67 seconds at Sunday’s 2021 Mt. Washington Hillclimb on the way to the overall victory at the wheel of the Airslayer STI, the monstrous 862-hp Gymkhana 2020 Subaru WRX STI. This new record is better than the previous with a total of 16 seconds, set back in 2017.

    New record in the books! said Pastrana after his winning run, This car is the perfect machine to do it. Coming off a second-place finish at Goodwood I really wanted to set a new record here to show what the car could do in the right environment. Luckily we really had good weather this year and I knew if I could get a clean run-in, I’d have a great shot at the 5:44 time. So much fun and I can’t wait to do it again next time!

    The Mt. Washington Hillclimb event is held every three years and is one of the most demanding motorsport events in the US and the oldest one in North America. In addition to its history, the tallest mountain on the East Coast usually brings unpredictable weather and mixed-surface road,  which forces drivers to contend with grip levels that shift suddenly and unexpectedly.

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    What is special about the winning car, is the exclusive aero package, which provides significant downforce, suspension upgrades, and the replacement of different components with their ultra-light prototypes. The Airslayer STI will be on display at September’s Wicked Big Meet as the next stop on the Airslayer Global Takeover tour.

  • Bentley revealed tons of goodies at the Monterey Car Week

    2021 Bentley Monterey Car WeekBentley made a successful return to the public events in the USA as six new models made their debut at the Monterey Car Week 2021. The four-day exhibition will feature three Bentley Mulliner machines – Classic, Coachbuilt, and Collections, as well as the new Flying Spur Hybrid, Bentayga Hybrid and more.

    The Home of Bentley was once again a destination for more than 2,500 visitors and about 100 of them made a test drive with the brand’s latest products. The Home featured a new lineup of vehicles, hand-crafted displays with info and entertainment functions. Another attraction is Bentley’s “Unflying Spur”, with its body decorated with artwork created by designer Rich Morris to highlight Bentley’s new diversity and inclusion strategy for the future.

    As it comes to the Flying Spur Mulliner, this is the pinnacle of the Flying Spur range and features tons of Mulliner details – 22-inch exclusive wheels with self-leveling centres, a unique Double-Diamond front grille, and satin silver mirror caps.

    This vehicle was joined by its Continental GT coupe and convertible siblings to represent the Mulliner Collections portfolio, one of the three arms of Bentley Mulliner. The portfolio was showcased by the development prototype of the Bacalar project, unveiled in a new Scarab green body finish and with retrimmed cabin. The first example included 12 exclusive customer cars, as the Bacalar was used for demonstration drives with some of the clients.

    SEE ALSO: McLaren F1 road car sets a record $20.465 million at Gooding & Company’s Pebble Beach Auctions

    The final attraction was the representative of the Classic portfolio, in the form of the engineering prototype of the Blower Continuation Series. With its 6,000 completed mile development and durability program, Blower Car Zero was run on the roads every day during the event, covering a total of 350 miles.

     

  • McLaren F1 road car sets a record $20.465 million at Gooding & Company’s Pebble Beach Auctions

    1995-McLaren-F1-Forest-910A unique “time capsule” McLaren F1 road car has set a new record with an auction price of $20.465 million at Gooding & Company’s Pebble Beach Auctions

    With less than 390 kilometers on the odometer, this neat example of an F1 was sold in an “as delivered” state and surpassed the previous record of $15.62 million set back in 2017.

    The vehicle with Chassis 029, which has rarely been showcased to the public, has spent most of its years hidden in a private Japanese collection. The model attracted tons of biddings. Carefully maintained and rarely driven, the car is in pristine condition and features only original parts, down to the date-coded Goodyear Eagle F1 tires.

    This is a 1995 model and is the 25th car built, and the only one finished in a single color scheme, named Creighton Brown. There are only 106 units produced and only 64 being completed to original road car specs.

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    We were incredibly proud to present this exceptional McLaren F1, and tonight, the market confirmed the sheer prowess of this unparalleled supercar from one of the most legendary names in motoring,” said Gooding & Company President and Founder, David Gooding,  This sale was a historic moment not only for Gooding & Company but for the McLaren legacy and the entire industry as a whole.

     

  • SsangYong will showcase new models and technologies at the British Motor Show

    2021 SsangYong BritishMotor ShowSsangYong Motors confirms its presence at this year’s British Motor Show. After a 13-year absence, and with a new organizer, Automotion Events, the British Motor Show audience will be delighted to see a “show like no other”, according to the managers themselves.

    Along with displaying some multi-award vehicles, SsangYong Motors will also include a test-drive options for all enthusiasts at the event.

    Furthermore, other features include the flagship Rexton, a powerful 7-seater SUV, Korando, a family-friendly SUV, Tivoli, the small SUV, which that doesn’t compromise on space, and the new Musso, a bold, hardworking pick-up with neat towing and weight-carrying capabilities.

    SsangYong’s brand ambassador, Fuzz Townshend, will also be at the show where Car SOS Live will provide an interactive show with a demonstration of several of the workshop crew wand artists working for the brand.

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    Kevin Griffin, managing director at SsangYong Motors UK, said: We’re delighted to have a presence at this year’s British Motor Show and to be able to showcase our award-winning range of vehicles. The new facelifted Musso with make its debut at the event and will also be available for visitors to take on a test drive which is exciting. It will be a great opportunity for Car SOS fans to meet personally with Fuzz on our stand too. To have the new Musso on the live stage with Mike Brewer is a great opportunity too. It’s set to be a great event and we are looking forward to a busy few days.

     

  • McLaren unveils new Artura hybrid hypercar at the British Motor Show this August

    2021 McLaren ArturaMcLaren Automotive will have a major presence at the British Motor Show, headlining with the all-new Artura – the brand’s first high-performance hybrid supercar. The show will be held at the Fanborrough Exhibition Centre.

    Covered in Ember Orange, the Artura’s appearance will remain true to the brand’s tradition of innovation and will demonstrate advanced technological features, and new design approaches.

    Built at the McLaren Composites Technology Centre in the Sheffield region, the vehicle features an all-new 120-degrees twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6, assisted by a compact 94bhp axial-flux E-motor. The total output with this combination is 680hp and 720Nm, which ensures pretty quick runs measured at 0-100km/h in 3 seconds, 0-200km/h in 8.3 seconds and 0-300 in 21.5 seconds.

    Along with the new Artura, the audience at the show will have the chance to see a full range of McLaren series production cars, including a 720S in both Coupe and Spider form. Also on display will be a GT finished in Serpentine finish.

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    We are delighted to support the British Motor Show, located just a short drive from Woking, just as the new Artura heralds an exciting new chapter for McLaren. The Artura represents the full force of McLaren – not just our first ten years as a volume luxury supercar manufacturer, but six decades of innovation and success in high performance. It joins our acclaimed series-production range alongside the 720S – the benchmark supercar – and the GT, our most accessible high-performance car yet, Brett Soso, Managing Director – Europe, Middle East & Africa, McLaren Automotive

     

  • Lambo team reveals new Countach LPI 800-4

    2021 Lamborghini Countach LPI-800-4Automobili Lamborghini unveiled the Countach LPI 800-4: an elegant and futuristic vehicle that pays homage to the Countach’s iconic status as an advanced vehicle with futuristic technologies and technical approaches.

    With its aspirated V12 engine, along with Lambo’s own hybrid supercapacitor technology, the Countach LPI 800-4 is a prime example of a sporty and aggressive machine.

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    The Countach LPI 800-4 is instantly recognizable with its elevated Countach components. Such include an essential line that runs from the front to the rear, the sharp angles and lines, all along with the idiosyncratic wedge shape.

    The outline is pure and uncluttered, with influences from the first LP 500 and LP 400 versions. Countach LPI 800-4 features a distinctive face with the front low bonnet, low rectangular grille, and headlights, along with wheel arches characterized by a hexagonal theme.

    At the rear, a sharp indication of the greenhouse adopts the straight lines familiar from the original Countach. Also, there’s no fixed rear wing outside the straight lines and the air scoops are integrated neatly in the strong shoulder of the car, ornamented with distinctive Countach slatted grills. Additional goodies include 20-inch front and 21-inch rear wheels in an exclusive “telephone” style from the 80s, carbon-ceramic brake discs, and Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires.

    Drivetrain system

    The mentioned V12 power unit features a unique design and comes with mounted longways at the rear along with a forward-cabin layout.

    SEE ALSO: Lamborghini reveals a limited-run of Korea-inspired Aventadors

    The Lamborghini-created V12 6.5 liter engine, outputting 780 cv, is blended with a 48-volt e-motor mounted directly on the gearbox, a setup that provides an additional 34 CVS for increased performance The e-motor is powered by a supercapacitor providing three times more power compared to a lithium-ion battery of the same weight.

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  • Metallica’s James Hetfield showcases his collection of hot rods at a special event

    2021 Peterson Museum James Hetfield Hot RodThe Peterson Automotive Museum, with Coker Tire as a presenting sponsor, has announced that it will host a curated display of vehicles from James Hetfield’s (Metallica’s frontman, singer, and guitarist) personal collection at The Quail. The selection of custom American vehicles comes out of the “Reclaimed Rust” exhibit at the Peterson, which blends Hetfield’s expressive tastes in both music and cars.

    The Petersen is excited to showcase this collection of beautiful custom vehicles at one of the most renowned automotive events in the world, said Petersen Automotive Museum Executive Director Terry L. Karges. “Our exhibit ‘Reclaimed Rust’ is a love letter to legendary rocker James Hetfield’s two most prominent forms of expression and we are delighted to expand its reach to Monterey.

    Some of the vehicles on display include 1936 Auburn Speedster replica “Slow Burn,” 1937 Ford Coupe “Crimson Ghost,” 1939 Packard “Aquarius,” 1953 Buick Skylark “Skyscraper” and 1956 Ford F-100 “Str8edge.”

    We’re proud to help support the Petersen Automotive Museum bring rock legend James Hetfield’s amazing collection to the lawns of Quail Lodge & Golf Club this year, said Wade Kawasaki, Chief Executive Officer of Legendary Companies – Coker Tire’s parent company. “The Quail is one of the pinnacle events of Monterey Car Week and this collection of extraordinary customs is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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    “Reclaimed Rust” is on display at the Peterson Automotive Museum until November, 7th and will showcase some of Hetfield’s personalized hot rod machines complemented by guitars, photos, and other memorabilia. Hetfield is a lifelong vehicle enthusiast and views his own collection as a form of artistic expression and creativity.

  • Lamborghini reveals a limited-run of Korea-inspired Aventadors

    2021 Lamborghini Aventador Special EditionLamborghini Seoul reveals the new Aventador S Roadster Korean Special Series: these are two V12 supercars exclusively created for Korean enthusiasts.

    The lineup is developed by Automobili Lamborghini and Lamborghini Seoul and is dedicated to the customers who have supported the brand throughout their lives.

    Centro Stile, the design facility of the Automotive Lamborghini, has been of key significance for the design team and all V12 limited editions were created here. These vehicles are also symbolic of the spirit of Korea and Italy and are greatly influenced by Korean tradition and beauty.

    In terms of design, the exterior showcases the primary colors of Korea – Green Ocno, which symbolizes the “warm Korean sentiment” and the blue Emera, symbolizing “Intelligence and Wisdom”. The interior is dominated by Bianco Leda, which is an analogy of the “White-Clad Race”, the national spirit of Korea.

    The Aventador S Roadster Korean Special Series is combined with the might of a naturally-aspirated V12 engine and the open-air driving pleasure. Accelerating 0-100km/h in just 3.0 seconds, and from 0-200km/h  in just 9.0 second with a top speed of 350 km/h. Its 6.5-liter V12 engine outputs the same 740 hp as the coupé, with 690 Nm of torque at 5,500rpm.

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    Francesco Scardaoni, Regional Director for Automobili Lamborghini in Asia Pacific said: We are excited to introduce the highly-exclusive Aventador S Roadster Korean Special Series to Lamborghini enthusiasts in Korea. This special series further highlights the importance of the Korean super sports car market for Lamborghini. Featuring design elements that symbolizes the rich Korean culture and heritage, it definitely stands out and inculcates a strong sense of national pride when it’s on the Korean roads.

    Frank Steinleitner, Representative Director of Lamborghini Seoul, said: Together with Automobili Lamborghini Centro Stile, we have uniquely developed the Aventador S Roadster Korean Special Series that are made exclusively available only for Korea. The entire development process from conceptualization to production has been an enriching one and we look forward to introducing more special edition to our discerning clients in Korea.

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  • PEUGEOT offers new plans and equipment options forthe Expert and e-Expert models

    2021 PEUGEOT ExpertPEUGEOT reveals new equipment packs for the all-new and award-winning Expert lineup, as well as the new e-Expert. The aim is to give businesses and fleet customers the most transparent pricing plans and also ensure a rich and satisfactory equipment level for all trims.

    With the latest model, the Expert can be specified in S Premium, Professional Premium and Asphalt Premium trim levels. The entry-trim, the S Premium is exclusively sold in Standard length, while the other two, the Professional Premium and Asphalt Premium can be specified in Standard or Long lengths.

    Also, in order to respond to the rising customer demand, a new smooth-shifting BlueHDi 145 EAT8 automatic gearbox has been included as a part of the optional equipment for Professional Premium models.

    Julie David, Managing Director, PEUGEOT UK, said: With the latest range updates, we’ve made the Expert and the popular full-electric e-Expert even more appealing and accessible to fleets and businesses. The introduction of a new automatic engine on the Expert reflects our aim to always listen and respond to evolving customer expectations.

    Furthermore, all Expert and e-Expert models are now geared with PEUGEOT Connect SOS & Assistance and a free six-month subscription to FREE2MOVE Connect Fleet Telematics with Fleet Management, Eco Driving & Geolocation packs.

    Professional Premium models come with a 7-inch Capacitive color touch screen, DAB radio, Bluetooth, handsfree, and smartphone integration.

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    Asphalt Premium adds PEUGEOT’s Park Assist 180  with front and rear parking sensors with blind-spot monitoring and Visio Park 180 rear parking camera, PEUGEOT Connected 3D Navigation including a three-year subscription with live traffic updates and 17-inch Alloy Wheels.

  • McLaren is ready to open its 100th retail opening

    2021 McLaren ArturaA decade after opening the doors of the first global retailer in London, the British luxury manufacturer McLaren Automotive announces its 100th retailer will be opened in China later this year.

    Brand’s first retailer was opened back in the summer of 2011 and allowed customers to take a look at the brand’s first supercar, the 12C.

    In the next 10 years, McLaren has continued to grow in retail presence as over 40 places worldwide got a  retail spot and the visitors were able to have a closer look at some of the most refined vehicles the brand has ever made – for example, the 720S and the 675LT, the first of the contemporary McLaren Longtails, as well as the P1TM, the world’s first hybrid hypercar and several others.

    The brand offers a full contemporary experience to an increasing number of customers with the option to personalize every supercar in the way every single buyer wants, via the McLaren Special Operations, McLaren’s division for custom builds.

    Also, in this decade, McLaren opened a second facility – the McLaren Composites Technology Centre in Yorkshire back in 2018. It creates low-weight, well-packed carbon-fiber architecture and was first deployed with the all-new Artura supercar, whose architecture helps the brand’s electrification plans without sacrificing performance and luxury.

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    In just 10 short years we, together with our dedicated retailer network, have grown from our first retailer in London to opening our 100th retailer which will be in China later this year, a market which has been growing very strongly and winning many fans. It is also fitting given the very global nature of our company and ambitions and our second decade is an intensely exciting and innovative one not only for McLaren but also for the wider automotive world. As we embrace a future of electrification with the all-new and lightweight McLaren Artura, we’ll continue to push the boundaries in the pursuit of creating the world’s finest drivers’ cars, Мike Flewitt, CEO, McLaren Automotive

     

  • Lexus and Miami Doplhins announce a strategic partnership

    2021 Miami Dolphins Lexus Announcement PhotoThe Miami Dolphins and Lexus announce a multi-year naming rights partnership that will connect the two brands at the forefront of luxury and entertainment. Via the relationship, Lexus team will be the Official Luxury Vehicle of the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium and will elevate the in-game experience for the current and future Lexus customers in the newly named Lexus North Sideline Club.

    We are excited about our partnership with Lexus, a brand that has set the standard for luxury and first-class experiences throughout South Florida, said Jeremy Walls, senior vice president, chief revenue officer of Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium. Lexus is a legacy brand, and we look forward to engaging our shared fans and broadening our community impact in authentic and exciting ways.

    As the Official Luxury Vehicle of the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium, Lexus will have significant marketing and branding presence at all events and will entitle a custom content series. Also, fans of the brand will be able to experience the newly named Lexus North Sideline Club, especially designed by the award-winning Rockwell Group.

    A key factor in our decision-making process is to align our brand with partners that share our values of creating memorable experiences for the people we serve, said Sam Wintermyer, general manager, Lexus Southern Area. We are thrilled to partner with the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium, a global entertainment destination with a strong commitment to the South Florida community.

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    Lexus will also play a key role in driving support for the Dolphins Challenge Cancer (DCC). The Miami Dolphins have pledged $75 million from the DCC to fund innovative cancer research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, a part of UHealth – the University of Miami Health System – the largest known philanthropic pledge in sports.

  • 2021 Beaulieu Supercar Weekend attracted numerous enthusiasts and exclusive vehicles

    2021 Beaulieu Supercar WeekendOver 15,000 visitors and more than 600 supercars contributed to making the Beaulieu Supercar Weekend one of the most dynamic and interesting events this year.

    All kinds of awesome vehicles took their places in the grounds of the National Motor Museum for the two-day show and with high-octane displays and impressive action and performances, the event offered something even for the most demanding visitors.

    Some of the must-see highlights included neat demonstration runs with advanced vehicles such as Lamborghini Aventador, Aston Martin DB11, Ferrari 488 GTB, McLaren MP4-12C, and Maserati MC Stradale, to the Dodge Viper, Ultima GTR, V-Storm WR3, Mercedes AMG GT R, and other.

    There were also sound demonstrations. From Ferraris, Lambos and Audis, through Dodges, Hondas, and to Cobras and others, the audience had the chance to enjoy a wide plethora of roars.

    Also, the event was a host of an exclusive exhibition of exclusive supercars from the past. Some of the most notable examples included a pre-war 4.5-litre Bentley, 1960s Iso Grifo, Ferrari 330 GTC, and Lamborghini Miura, a 1970s De Tomaso Pantera, 1980s BMW M1, and 1990s Jaguar XJ220, LaFerrari, Ford GT, and Aston Martin Zagato Shooting Brake.

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    There was also a place for the SUV  machines – Bentley Bentayga, Aston Martin DBX, Lamborghini Urus, Land Rover Defender, Cupra Formentor, Ariel Nomad, and more received applause and praise from enthusiasts.