Aftermarket

McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 16, 2024

Kalmar Automotive & Canepa Reveal The New Kalmar 9X9 Hype...

Modern hypercar performance meets classic sports car appeal. Being an automotive enthusiast has a poignant duality. It’s incredibly exciting to see manufacturers and engineers push the envelope of performance and technology from the bleeding edge of innovation. Simultaneously, automotive enthusiasts work to celebrate traditional, purist approaches to automotive excellence, preventing them from fading into complete obsoletion. Kalmar Automotive, a modern-day coachbuilder, seeks to bridge the gap, bringing what it is calling “the world’s first retro hypercar” to this year’s The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, one of Monterey Car Week’s most prestigious and anticipated events. That new car is the Kalmar 9X9, the latest creation of Kalmar’s “automotive haute couture,” which sits alongside the Kalmar 7-97 “C1” at The Quail. Jan Kalmar, the manufacturer’s founder, will host the debut of the new hypercar from the Nordic coachbuilder, along with Bruce Canepa of the Canepa Group, Kalmar’s exclusive U.S. dealer. With Canepa, Kalmar provides its clients with one-of-a-kind commissions combining automotive excellence from the past and present. A 3.8-liter turbocharged engine with 930 horsepower powers the new Kalmar 9X9, which is paired with a dual-clutch transmission and all-wheel drive. Simulations of the car showcase a potential Nürburgring Nordschleife time of just 7 minutes. While the new 9X9 features formidable hypercar-level performance, it combines that with a vintage look and charm while refusing to compromise on aspects like aerodynamics and downforce. The lightweight body is made of carbon fiber, and with over 100 parts, it weighs less than 250 pounds. There will be three versions of the new Kalmar 9X9: 9X9, 9X9 Sport, and 9X9 Leichtbau. The 9X9 uses a dual-clutch transmission and all-wheel drive to provide incredible power and a grand-touring driving experience. The 9X9 Sport has a 3.0-liter turbocharged engine with 650 horsepower, paired to a seven-speed manual transmission for a more focused, purist drive. Meaning “lightweight,” the Leichtbau has a six-speed manual transmission and a 4.0-liter naturally aspirated engine, with rear-wheel drive providing the most purist-focused experience of the bunch. Through Canepa Group, clients who want the best of both worlds regarding performance car excellence, combining the greatness of the old and the new, can order the new Kalmar 9X9 now. Each car is a conversion made specifically to client specifications, and no two cars will be the same. The first examples of the “world’s first retro hypercar” are set to take place in July 2025. View All Vehicles For Sale From Canepa Image Source: Kalmar Automotive

Snapinsta.app 448144234 1619179848653128 8358831313625589138 n 1080

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 13, 2024

Drake Shows Off His New Apocalypse Super Truck 4x4

One of hip-hop’s biggest names adds a new truck to his garage. Drake is one of the most well-known names in the music industry, with a catalog of popular music over the years, and one of the most lavish celebrity luxury lifestyles in the world. Recently, Drake’s luxury vehicle collection has expanded even further, adding a new 2023 Apocalypse Super Truck 4x4, courtesy of Apocalypse Manufacturing, to his garage. The intimidating custom truck features an all-black exterior, with armoring throughout, an LED light bar, open wheel wells for optimized off-road ability, and more. Under the hood, the Super Truck is powered by a 6.2-liter Hemi Hellcat V8 engine, with 870 horsepower, with power going to all four wheels. The interior is uniquely configured, with zebra-print upholstery throughout. With five off-road drive modes, the Super Truck is ready for almost any adventure. Drake’s new Super Truck is one of the greatest examples of the automotive excellence and unique ability of Apocalypse Manufacturing, with its armor, impressive height, unmistakable silhouette, unique zebra-print interior, potent V8 performance, and highly capable off-road ability. With all of those unique attributes, the 2023 Apocalypse Super Truck is a worthy addition to Drake’s arsenal of luxury vehicles. View All Vehicles For Sale From Apocalypse Manufacturing View this post on Instagram A post shared by champagnepapi (@champagnepapi)

Snapinsta.app 411912129 395145149521628 8436239599420433674 n 1024

By Tyler Rampersaud – December 26, 2023

HWA & CURATED Reveal New First Look Of The HWA EVO Restomod

A new year in the automotive world brings the past and the future together. Nostalgia is a very strong force in the automotive world. Especially as the industry transitions from combustion to electric power, one of the primary concerns of car enthusiasts in the automotive world is retaining the character, performance, and driving joy of classic performance cars, while still arriving promptly to the future. One of the most unique and creative ways of combining the nostalgia factor with modern performance innovation is restomods, which bring a universally loved classic to the modern era with cutting-edge technology and engineering, and the latest classic to be the subject of a new restomod project is the iconic Mercedes-Benz 190E Evo. The restoration project is from HWA, named after and founded by Hans Werner Aufrecht, the performance engineering stalwart behind both HWA and AMG, Mercedes-Benz’s famous performance engineering division, and HWA’s partner in the effort is CURATED, known for sourcing, selling, and celebrating vintage European automotive masterpieces and modern classics. As a holiday gift to fans and enthusiasts, HWA revealed a first look at the new HWA EVO, which is the result of 12,000 hours of work in the engineering, development, and design of the restomod car. The first details of the car capture the full spirit of what made the original special: its unmistakable 90s design, its revolutionary performance, and its luxurious sedan comfort. With the first look of the new HWA EVO Mercedes-Benz 190E restomod revealed, the excitement builds for next year and what’s to come from HWA and CURATED. View All Vehicles For Sale From CURATED Image Source: HWA via Instagram

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 25, 2023

O'Gara Coach x Lanzante Showed Coachbuilt Excellence In M...

Four exclusive cars displayed at The Quail demonstrated true coachbuilding.

By Jordan Aquistapace – October 14, 2021

LOKI Basecamp: The Most Versatile 4 Season Slide-In On Th...

Presented by LOKI - LOKI has been in the design, engineering, and fabrication business for 15 years, and this new subsidiary aims to disrupt the #vanlife industry with a highly configurable sports-specific pod that, unlike traditional recreational vehicles, is immune to mileage depreciation because it can be easily transferred from one vehicle to the next when it’s time to get a new truck. LOKI Basecamp brings a fresh new class of product to the outdoor industry and is a must-have for outdoor sports enthusiasts who want to convert their pickup truck into the ultimate adventure vehicle. Discover LOKI Basecamp LOKI The concept for these fully insulated, solar powered adventure pods lived as a dream inside the mind of CEO Pierre-Mathieu Roy. His passion for outdoor adventure had him yearning for an adaptable slide-in that could be easily reconfigured to the needs of his seasonal outdoor passions, from overlanding and mountain biking in the warmer months to ski touring in the winter. And he wanted it to have the ability to operate untethered from both the energy grid and a vehicle. LOKI When COVID-19 struck, he recognized that many others also had the same desire, so he wasted no time making his dream a reality. “This new venture represents the melding of my personal and professional passion. Now more than ever people are pursuing their passion for outdoor sports. We designed the Falcon Series for adventure-seekers and weekend warriors who like to play outdoors and play hard in all seasons” said founder and CEO Roy. LOKI The LOKI Basecamp Falcon Series is a combination of modern engineering and top tier craftsmanship. Each unit is carefully hand built, from the aluminum frame to the interior finishes. The Falcon Series is the first modular slide-in that utilizes interior and exterior rail systems for users to adapt their pod to suit the sport-du-jour. The seating area can convert to extra sleeping space, bed panels can convert to a workshop table, and all of it can be used as outdoor furniture at the campsite. The entire rear panel opens fully, making it easier to load bulky items while also acting as an awning and offering panoramic views from inside. There is also a standard door for quick entry. The Falcon 8’s design features an indoor/outdoor shower, a storage area for a Dometic toilet, climate control, expedition-rated windows, a fully functional dinette & much more. The LOKI Basecamp Falcon Series brings high-end, van-life style to nearly any pickup truck, giving you more flexibility for the work-from-anywhere lifestyle you’ve been dreaming about. LOKI Customers can choose from a variety of custom layouts, options, and colors to craft their dream overlanding vehicle. LOKI Basecamp is currently accepting orders at lokibasecamp.com, and once finished will be delivered and installed anywhere in North America. Discover LOKI Basecamp

By Nicole Slaughter-Graham – April 22, 2016

Old Bomber Style 2014 Polaris Razor 1000 at Starwood Motors

When off-roading fun is on the agenda, the Polaris Razor is a choice many turn to. They are perfectly suited for most off-roading adventures from hilltops to muddy trails.Over at Starwood Motors, a pretty incredible 2014 Polaris Razor 1000 is available for purchase. Wrapped in an Old Bomber Theme wrap and leather bucket seats, the Razor is definitely a one-of-a-kind automobile perfect for the enthusiast with an eye for something unique. The wrap is modeled after the WWII Flying Tigers, a volunteer group of American fighter pilots that flew to the aid of the Chinese in 1942. With only 177 miles, the Razor is ready for some serious play time.-3P Rage Series 8 inch lift with Turner Cycles Eagle Level 2 axles -American Force 22x10 Drift Brushed wheels -PRP Custom Bomber Comp UTV Seats -Mob Armor Ipad Dash mount for Ipad Mini. -Glass Kraft Custom Fiberglass dash painted black -TMW Sidewinder Doors custom colored -Ride Controller 16 circuit -Wetsounds REV 10 speakers with swivel clamps and led rings -Wetsounds SD2 amplifier -Wetsounds Stealth 6 sound bar -Wetsounds 420 SQ -XS Power XS 2500 Battery -3P Clutch Kit -KFI Products Stealth 4500 winch with hawse Fairlead -HMF custom colored Performance Series dual full system exhaust -King Shock Tender springs -Heretic Wraith custom colored 10 inch LED Light bar -Heretic Wraith custom colored 30 inch LED Light bar -Heretic RZR 1000 Custom colored billet headlights -Heretic RZR 1000 Steering Wheel -3P Bomber cage with aluminum roof and custom enclosure -3P Sinister nerf bars -3P Sinister Series stubby front bumper -BKT 171 Tires 8.3x22 $295x4 -Turner Cycles Ball Joints -Rogue Hood and Grill Custom Colored combo -Gates Carbon BeltView Price and Listing

12645145_1014207128636630_403356957669388096_n

By Steve Chapman Jr – February 08, 2016

700 hp Supercharged 2016 Shelby F150 at Ford of Murfreesboro

If you want to talk Ford Truck's power and performance, Ford of Murfreesboro is the dealership for you. These guys pride themselves in selling the meanest Fords on the market. Whether you're looking for a Mustang or F-350, they've got you covered. Ford Shelby F-150 For Sale Sure, you can buy your standard F-150, or you can take it to a whole new level and special order this 2016 Shelby F150 that's packing 700 HP under the hood from Ford of Murfreesboro. We could go on and on about how sick this truck is, or you can check out this awesome video by Ford Of Murfreesboro and learn everything and more about the 2016 Shelby F150! View Dealer Inventory

By Caitlin Duffy – April 21, 2015

2014 Polaris Ranger Crew 6x6 from Starwood Motors

This is not an off-road toy for the feint of heart.Nor is this a cart for someone who just wants to golf.This is for the person who actively seeks a challenge in life, and will acquire whatever means are necessary to surmount that impassable impasse. This is the cart for a duPont REGISTRY reader.Starwood Motors is the brand to turn to when you want to take the world's most powerful machines and make them impeccably strong, quite literally, bulletproof. This 2014 Polaris Ranger Crew 6x6 from them is no exception to their Kevlar creations. With a 3 cylinder diesel engine, a speedometer that goes up to 70 mph, four powerful speakers blaring out the back and 34x10-15 Terminator Tires tires ready for any terrain, this is the type of vehicle you want when you have no clue what's in store next.(See Also: Marshall Goldman's Collection of Rare BMW Z8 Alpinas)There's room for yourself and three passengers to sit comfortably, as well as a flat bed in the back to throw in whatever equipment you may need for where your excursions will take you, and once you get there, set up the custom sound system and provide enough power to host a private concert. Just make sure your passengers are out of the back seat before turning them on.With a gloss black Kevlar coating finish, you know this off-roader is resistant to and ready for any condition. To see the full price and information, be sure to visit duPontREGISTRY.com by hitting the button below.View Listing & Price Gallery See More Exclusive Listings

By Edward Jones – October 08, 2014

Build Your Own Urban Warrior SUV

When buying a new car, one of the fun parts is picking out all of the options you would like to equip your car with. From the color, to the size of the media display, most auto manufacturers give you multiple options.One manufacturer that gives you a surprising amount of options in a very unique vehicle is Sean Hyland Motorsports (SHM). Their vehicle, the Urban Warrior, can be built to your liking through their build page, which offers a bevy of options.At the start, select the Urban Warrior 110 model, which is a hardtop SUV powered by a Ford Coyote 5.0-liter V8 engine. This engine provides the Urban Warrior 110 with 420 hp. The base price for this model is $99,850. SHM also offers different seating arrangements for the Urban Warrior 110, including options for 4, 5, 7 and 9 passengers.Inside, customers can pick from options that either add a luxurious touch, such as the Alcantara headliner, or functionality, like cruise control.Where the options really start to roll in is on the exterior. Front the front bumper, to the rear, just about every piece of the SUV can be customized to the customer's liking. The options include LED headlights, LineX coat, winch mounting and much more. Three different types of wheels can also be picked from, including 18, 20 and 22-inches.If your are concerned about safety, SHM also offers two armoring options, including B4 and B5 spec. armoring.To build your own Urban Warrior, see the price list and learn about everything you can choose from, be sure to click the button below.View Option Prices and Build Your OwnSponsored by

By Edward Jones – September 04, 2014

2014 Urban Warrior 110 For Sale

Sean Hyland Motorsport's latest project, the Urban Warrior 110, is an ultra-luxury, high-performance 4x4 based on the iconic Defender 110. While the Urban Warrior 110 may be based on the Defender, it is most certainly on a higher level.Powering the SUV is a capable Ford 5.0-liter Coyote V8 engine that produces 420 hp @ 6,500 RPM and 390 lb-ft of torque @ 4,250 RPM. This engine offers outstanding power, fuel mileage and dependability, all at the same time.For those looking to get a little extra out of the Coyote engine, Sean Hyland Motorsport also offers two engine upgrades for the Urban Warrior 110. The first upgrade raises the engine's output to 605 hp, thanks to a patent-pending Sean Hyland Motorsport supercharger, new intake manifold, intercooler and more. Pricing for this upgrade is set at $10,000. Customers are also be able to chose a 700 hp upgrade for $16,000. More InfoMated to the engine and handling whatever level of power you choose is either the standard 6-speed manual transmission or the optional automatic overdrive transmission. The latter allows for quick and easy shifts on the fly and can switch between two-wheel and four-wheel drive. Both the transmission and transfer case have been engineered to handle both engine upgrades.With great power, even greater braking is needed. Sean Hyland Motorsport knows this and has equipped the Urban Warrior with massive six-piston front brakes. Additionally, upgraded wheels and tires, plus heavy duty axles and differentials, come standard to match the increased power of the vehicle. More InfoComplementing its notable powertrain is the Urban Warrior 110's appearance. Its exterior is very modern and stylish, featuring the aforementioned stylish wheels, LED lighting and custom body pieces. Of course, there is a long list of exterior options that Sean Hyland Motorsport can equip your Urban Warrior 110 with.Inside is a luxurious and spacious cabin that would make any modern luxury SUV driver feel right at home. Interior surfaces are covered with leather, while optional Alcantara and carbon fiber accents are also available. Modern technologies, such as electric windows, various audio options and heated seats, can also be equipped in the Urban Warrior 110.Now is your chance to own your very own Urban Warrior 110 from Sean Hyland Motorsport. They currently have one example for sale on their website, UrbanWarrior4x4.com, with a $173,165 pricetag. It comes packed full of options that make it one of the most sophisticated and capable 4x4s on the road today. Be sure to click the button below to learn more about these amazing vehicles and stay with us to learn how you can build your very own Urban Warrior.Buy Yours NowGallery Black Leather Recaro Front Seats Supercharged Ford 5.0-liter V8 Engine 22-inch Wheels With Cooper TiresSponsored by

Aftermarket

duPont REGISTRY News

duPont REGISTRY Group

Support

Subscribe