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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 – March 10, 2022

Apocalypse's New Dark Horse Turns The Ford Bronco Into A ...

How do you make a Bronco better? Add more wheels! Apocalypse Manufacturing, ominously named, is known for its ability to turn trucks and SUVs into something a bit more… foreboding. The brand does so by adding a bed (if the base car doesn’t already have one) and two more wheels to the car. By the way, those two extra wheels get power, too. The Ram-based Warlord, and the Jeep-based Hellfire, Doomsday and Sinister 6 are all off-road monsters that look like the textbook definition of apocalypse-ready, with 37-inch tires, upgraded leather interiors, and plenty of other upgrades that truly turn them into ultimate vehicles. And now, there’s an Apocalypse Bronco. MUST READ: Meet the SoFlo Stallion, the Ultimate Bronco If you’ve ever looked at a Ford Bronco and thought “This is missing an axle,” you’re in luck. Not only does Apocalypse’s 6x6 Bronco, the Dark Horse, receive that extra axle, to go with it, but it also gets power to it as well, making it a Bronco-turned-six-wheel-drive monster truck of dreams. With a 400-horsepower V6 engine under the hood, a kevlar-coated steel bumper, and the potential for Kevlar coating for the entire paint job, and an even wilder engine, a 700-horsepower Coyote 5-liter V8, the Dark Horse promises to be just that, with the height, looks, equipment, and performance to strike fear into the hearts of many, and pure, ludicrous joy into the heart of its owner. Build Number 1 of the Dark Horse will be sold at the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach auction, and it's currently set to satrt bidding at primetime between 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM on Saturday, April 9. After Build Number 1 sells, Apocalypse will build Dark Horses for clients and turning existing Broncos into 6x6 trucks. Source: Apocalypse Manufacturing

By Tyler Rampersaud – March 07, 2022

New NHTSA Regulations Open New Doors For Replica Car Manu...

The world of replica cars has just gotten the green light to get bigger and better than ever before. Building and selling replica cars has always been a somewhat convoluted process. That’s because replica cars have had to meet the same exact legal regulations as their mass-produced counterparts. The issue with that was that these small manufacturers lacked the money and resources to create cars that met the various regulations that mass-produced cars had to meet. To get around this, replica cars had to be sold as kits with separately sold engines. MUST READ: Classic Recreations Announces Carbon Fiber Bodied CSX Series Shelby Cobra Race Car Under new regulations in the Low Volume Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Act, part of the FAST, or Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act, replica cars exist under a new set of regulations that allows small manufacturers to make fully built replica cars. These manufacturers can make up to 325 replicas per year, and the stipulations are that they need to resemble production vehicles that are at least 25 years old, and that they need to meet current emissions standards. With replicas being so much easier to manufacture, buy, and sell under these new regulations, the possibilities are seemingly endless of what cars can come out of the past and into the future. All Replica Cars For Sale

By Edward Jones – March 04, 2022

Classic Recreations Announces Carbon Fiber Bodied CSX Ser...

Presented by Classic Recreations. Classic Recreations, the iconic builder of high-performance custom vehicles, including Shelby GT500CR continuation cars, has announced its latest innovation - an authentic, officially licensed 1965 carbon fiber bodied CSX Shelby Cobra race car. As the most recent achievement to emerge from Classic Recreations, the full carbon fiber body is an extension of Carroll Shelby’s vision and follows the company’s wildly received 1967 carbon fiber bodied GT500CR Mustang which was released in early 2021. Only 10 of the new Shelby Cobra race cars, dubbed the “Diamond Edition” in honor of Shelby American’s 60th anniversary, will be produced. Granted unique CSX serial numbering, CSX4521 through CSX4530, by Shelby Licensing, each will feature a specially designed custom diamond encrusted badge, feature Carroll Shelby’s commemorative signature on the dashboard and be sold as a completed race car. “What Classic Recreations has achieved with their carbon fiber program is the continuation of a dream Carroll Shelby himself envisioned for the future,” said Shelby American President Gary Patterson. Similar sentiments were expressed by Co-CEO of Carroll Shelby International and CEO of Carroll Shelby Licensing, Inc. Neil Cummings, saying “Classic Recreation’s has been a licensee of Carroll Shelby Licensing for over 15 years and each year they continue to innovate and push the envelope just like Carroll did himself.” The Cobra body has been completely engineered in autoclave-cured carbon fiber including the floor and doors, allowing it to achieve a staggering mere 88 pounds of body weight. This innovation meets performance with a custom-designed, geometrically correct chassis and suspension designed by Jason Engel, founder and Vice President of Design and Engineering of Classic Recreations. This extremely lightweight Cobra is a force to be reckoned with due to its power-to-weight ratio and improved geometry. The iconic Cobra not only has been infused with modern engineering but was reimagined to include updated technology and more comfort, like an extended cabin for extra legroom to further enhance the driver experience. “Carroll Shelby taught me the significance of pushing the envelope through innovation and passion,” said Jason Engel. “A dream of Carroll’s was always to place the highest horsepower engine possible in the lightest, most agile car imaginable and it is our honor to have met that challenge.” The Cobra will be built and assembled by an elite team of designers and technicians under a new division of Classic Recreations, focused solely on research and development. The new Shelby Cobra race car is engineered to mate with a Ford Performance Gen 3 Coyote engine, producing over 800 horsepower when combined with the optional VMP Supercharger. The vehicle features independent rear suspension, a T56 Magnum Tremec transmission, and Wilwood 6 piston brakes, front and rear. Designed without a tubular chassis on purpose, the team wanted to ensure the Cobra was built for strength and could rival current supercars in weight and horsepower. Built to handle like a modern vehicle, the “Diamond Edition” carbon fiber Cobra Race Car produced entirely in the United States and will be sold for $1.2 million dollars. For more information on Classic Recreations’ officially licensed 1965 carbon fiber Cobra continuation race cars or any of its other cars or services and vehicles, visit Classic-Recreations.com or call (877) 235-3266. Visit Website ABOUT CLASSIC RECREATIONSFounded in 2005, Classic Recreations has built a reputation as one of the world’s most innovative and high-performance car builders. Each vehicle is painstakingly handcrafted to client specifications by in-house technicians trained to Classic Recreations rigorous standards. The company is intentional and thoughtful in designing its vehicles - not only to be driven hard, but as an embodiment of art on wheels. This commitment to excellence is reflected not only in our worldwide customer base but through numerous awards and licenses including a unique license from Carroll Shelby.

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 25, 2022

Everrati's New Electric GT40 Wins 2022 GQ Car Award For R...

Recharging one of the world’s favorite racing machines definitely deserves an award. Everrati is a brand dedicated to preserving the history of the world’s greatest cars, ones that informed the direction of the car world and are still referenced, loved, and driven today. However, cars have been moving towards electrification and more environmentally friendly and efficient powertrains at a blistering pace, and the cars that we have adored for decades are now under the threat of being lost to obsoletion. Everrati flips that script and restores the cars we hold so dearly, except for one change that they make, which is converting the powertrain and drivetrain to be electric, effortlessly bringing the world’s favorite past cars, not just into the present, but into the future. MUST READ: RML’s All-New “Car Zero” Is Hitting The Road This Year One of the cars that they do this with is the Ford GT40, the iconic Le Mans-winning race car that wrote one of the most important chapters in racing history by dethroning Ferrari. Now, it continues to live on with the Everrati Superformance GT40, which won the 2022 GQ Car Award for Racing Legend of The Year because of its incredible powertrain and authenticity to the original car. The car is engineered authentically enough to legally bear the GT40 name, and also carry a GT40/P chassis number, all while being an electric car with 800 horsepower that can get from 0-60 in less than four seconds. Not only is it a relief to know that the GT40 won’t be lost in the past, but it’s also exciting to know how great it is in the present. And that’s definitely something that deserves an award. Source: Everrati Automotive Limited

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 24, 2022

Check The Spec: LOKI Basecamp Falcon 8 x RAM 3500 Cummins

The all-black LOKI build for a lucky new customer. Presented by LOKI Basecamp - The outlander lifestyle starts with a vehicle platform capable of traveling on any excursion thrown its way while providing a comfortable living space for the great outdoors. The adventure experts at LOKI Basecamp are proud to showcase its newest Flacon 8 Series build featuring a RAM 3500 Cummins as the truck of choice. LOKI Basecamp The exterior of the Falcon 8 is finished in gloss black to match the stealth-like spec of the RAM diesel truck. The build features additional exterior upgrades that include an LED lighting system, side supports, a utility roof rack, multi-system drawers, ladders, an electric rear panel door, and many more to help create the journey of a lifetime. The interior layout transforms the space into a modern living space that highlights the traditional aspects of any home for an on-the-go lifestyle. LOKI Basecamp The mudroom is the first area to greet you when entering the Falcon 8, which converts the space into an area with a removable shower, rail drying system, ARB air compressor, and various power outlets for charging capabilities. Beautifully illuminated by an LED lighting system, the kitchen offers a spacious area with a fully functional sink to help prepare meals to enjoy on the lounge table. For the most important area in the Falcon 8, the bedroom is constructed o have an open feel with a queen bed capacity that works on a removable aluminum platform. Engineered with comfort in mind, LOKI fits the bedroom area with amenities like reading lamps, a multimedia monitor, dimmable LED lights, various USB and AC/DC outlets, and extra storage space. The LOKI Falcon 8 is prepared for all four seasons, which is why it's equipped with heating/air conditioning and plumbing that uses two different water tanks. LOKI Basecamp The technology that operates the LOKI’s state-of-the-art build is managed through a REDARC automotive electronics system that is mounted to the interior of the Falcon 8. This new LOKI Basecamp Falcon 8 delivers optimum performance from the RAM 3500 Cummins and features everything you need on your next outlander expedition. Discover LOKI Basecamp and its series of off-road living spaces by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more luxury lifestyle news and gear releases. Discover The LOKI Basecamp Falcon Series Source: LOKI Basecamp

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 23, 2022

Watch Hennessey's New VelociRaptor 400 Bronco Dominate Th...

Despite its name, the VelociRaptor is no dinosaur. Hennessey has always specialized in taking our favorite cars to their absolute full potential. The new Ford Bronco is no exception. As an icon in the off-road world, the Bronco on its own is a great looking and highly capable off-roader, with a drivetrain, design, and features dedicated to those who seek adventure. With a Hennessey makeover, however, the VelociRaptor 400 Bronco is so much more. MUST READ: New 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor Online Configurator Is Live Hennessey took the Bronco’s 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 and upgraded the exhaust and air filtration to bring it up to 411 horsepower and 603 lb/ft of torque. And on top of that, the body receives upgrades with new lights, badges, and 18-inch wheels and 35-inch off-road tires, which help the VelociRaptor 400 grip any surface and tackle any terrain. Hennessey took the VelociRaptor 400 Bronco out for a test drive in the desert, where they were able to use all of the Bronco’s off-road prowess, and Hennessey’s formidable performance upgrades to thrash the car across the sandy landscape, kicking up sand and leaving clouds of orange dust in its wake, and traveling with ease and comfort over the rocky surface. With only 200 VelociRaptor 400 Broncos being made in 2022, there are certainly going to be more people who want this car than can get their hands on one. See All Ford Broncos For Sale

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 21, 2022

RML's All-New "Car Zero" Is Hitting The Road This Year

Car Zero is finally ready to show itself. RML Group has been known for years for providing engineering, building, and design solutions for motorsport and road cars made around the world by many of the brands we know and love. Recently, however, RML has been teasing the release of a car of their very own, known as Car Zero, the brand’s first car to wear the RML name itself. MUST READ: Watch The BRABUS 1300R Product Story By CEO Constantin Buschmann The car is a grand tourer with a vintage aesthetic, but with the modern abilities and absolutely best features that RML has to offer when it comes to engineering prowess. With a 5.5-liter V12, the car will reach a top speed of about 180 mph, and hit 60 mph in “about four seconds.” And while this car is a performance beast, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. The interior was designed to comfortably accommodate drivers between 5’ and 6’4” tall, with enough space for a helmet if the car is going to be on the track. Along with that, every touchpoint in the interior is either made of leather, aluminum, or glass, with RML implementing a “no plastic” rule to maintain the highest interior quality. Even the air conditioning vents are machined from aluminum. This incredible, unique, and entirely bespoke car is said to start deliveries this summer, but if you want one, you’ll have to act fast. Over the next two and a half years, only 30 cars will be made. And if the car is as amazing as this latest news makes it seem, those 30 cars are going to sell quick.

By Jordan Aquistapace – December 15, 2021

First Look: LOKI Basecamp Icarus

Presented by LOKI Basecamp – LOKI Basecamp, maker of premier four-season pods that transform a stock pickup truck into the ultimate adventure vehicle, is proud to release its second model, the Icarus, into the wild. The new slide-in camper retains the same four-season capabilities and all the basic comforts and functions of the Falcon but condenses it into a smaller, and lighter package that’s more agile and easier to drive while overlanding. The modular interior design is carried over from the Falcon, allowing users to customize the interior to suit their needs, be it sports, leisure, or field office. Discover LOKI Basecamp Icarus LOKI Basecamp “We designed the Icarus with a philosophy of no compromises” said founder and CEO Pierre-Mathieu Roy. “We wanted a four-season unit that was light enough for easy driving both on and off-road, and it needed to be strong enough to carry all of our outdoor toys on the exterior rack system” continued Roy. LOKI Basecamp The reengineered and reinforced fiberglass shell adds the structural support requested by Roy and it boasts R16 insulation, making it suitable for use in all four seasons. A Webasto Heating Unit supplies hot air and water, and A/C is powered by a 12v air conditioner. A 2,000-watt inverter is up to the task of charging the onboard 300ah to 600ah Lithium battery bank, and rooftop solar panels can supply up to an additional 300w of energy. The Icarus also boasts an on-board water pump, a 15-gallon fresh water tank and 13-gallon grey water tank. The exterior is adorned with an up to 48,000 Lumen light bar on the front, and utility LED lights on the sides and rear as well as a retractable awning. Like the Falcon, the Icarus also has a modular exterior rack system that can be configured to carry a wide range of sporting goods. LOKI Basecamp The interior has room for a full bed over the cab, hidden storage for a portable toilet, and a multi-function seating and table area that can be reconfigured to make room for an additional bed. The kitchenette features a stainless-steel sink and a mobile induction cooktop. Remaining interior space is dedicated to a mudroom with a mobile shower. That precious real estate can also be used to hang wet clothing or for additional seating. LOKI Basecamp Later this year it will be possible to add a Red Tail Overland structure on the roof of the Icarus, transforming it into a penthouse with a full 4 season bed. The Icarus is available in two models: the Icarus 6 will fit trucks with 6.5-foot beds and the Icarus 8 is for larger trucks with 8-foot beds. Prices start at $69,000, with many custom options available. LOKI Basecamp is currently accepting pre-orders with a $5,000 deposit through its website at www.lokibasecamp.com. Once finished, the Icarus will be hand-delivered and installed for customers in North America. For more information about LOKI Basecamp, please direct media inquiries to Bobby Lea at bobby.lea@backbone.media. Discover LOKI Basecamp Icarus

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 Edward Jones – September 28, 2021

TECHART Reveals the GTstreet R Cabriolet

A new way to experience the exciting GTstreet R. The new TECHART GTstreet R Cabriolet variant has just been unveiled as a limited model from the German company that's based on the 911 Turbo Cabriolet. Just 87 examples of both the coupe and cabriolet GTstreet R will be created. As for what makes this supercar a GTstreet R Cabriolet, there's quite a bit. First off, it's an open-top version, but that goes without saying. The exterior is upgraded through carbon fiber components that not only enhance its looks but its aerodynamics as well. As for power, TECHART has upped the ante with two power upgrades that bring the power up to either 710 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque or 800 hp and 701 lb-ft. Other notable enhancements include the optional lowering by 25 mm, TECHART Formula VI forged wheels, TECHART sports exhaust system, and custom interior. For more information, be sure to visit TECHART.com. Source: TECHART

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