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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 Andrew Nabors – August 09, 2016

Chevrolet Releases 2017 Camaro 1LE and ZL1 Performance Nu...

Camaro is turning 50 years old this year, so Chevrolet is celebrating with performance numbers for the 2017 Camaro 1LE and ZL1. The former was an option that began in the late 80's which offered upgraded suspension and brakes for showroom stock racing. We loved the 2014 1LE because it joined the best features of the ZL1 without the price of the supercharged model. For 2017 the package will offer suspension from the SS on V6 cars for $4,500. Rated at 335 hp the V6 represents a sizable portion of Camaro sales, so we're glad they also get Brembo brakes and dual-mode exhaust. For Super Sport models, the 1LE package offers magnetic suspension and the electronic differential from the upcoming ZL1 for $6,500. If you enjoy cornering, the SS 1LE will hold 1.02g in the corners and leap to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. For the ultimate in Camaro performance, the new ZL1 delivers a serious punch. In the old days, Camaro's top-level engine was always a few horsepower shy of the Corvette. Whether or not the engines were actually different will always be a matter of debate, but those days are over. By taking the 650 hp LT4 V8 directly from the Corvette Z06, you will have quarter-mile times of 11.4 seconds at 127 mph. The 6th generation ZL1 is 220 lbs lighter than its predecessor which allows it to reach 60 mph in only 3.5 seconds. For $62,000 you will have your choice of six-speed manual or a new 10-speed automatic transmission. Both 1LE and ZL1 feature the latest in Brembo brakes and active handling to make for a world-class muscle car. For more information on these new models, our dealers will be happy to help you find the right Camaro for you. Stay with us for all your Chevrolet news. Modified Camaros For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – August 09, 2016

Tesla Autopilot Might Save Your Life

Every automated system can fail when pushed beyond its limits, but then again so can our own bodies. Joshua Neally is an Attorney in Springfield, Missouri who commutes daily from his home in Branson. In a story originally published by Slate.com, we have learned that after suffering a pulmonary embolism his Tesla Model X was able to find its way to the nearest hospital.In emergency medicine, the risk of death rises exponentially after the 60 minutes. Doctors call it the "Golden Hour", in which most major trauma or cardio issues can be corrected.After travelling about five miles during his commute, Neally noticed a sharp pain in his abdomen. After calling his wife and agreeing that he needed to go to an emergency room, he made a bold decision: let the car do the driving. He set his Model X's autopilot to take him to the nearest ER and hoped for the best.Joshua's Model X was able to get him to a hospital near a highway on-ramp and he manually parked it. Pulling on his experience as a lawyer, he admits it might have been safer to wait for an ambulance but the system performed as advertised. Bad press spreads much faster than praise, which is why you probably won't see his name on the nightly news. If SpaceX can land a rocket on a barge in rolling seas, Tesla's autopilot might be the next leap forward in the automobile.View Model X For Sale

By Edward Jones – August 08, 2016

Entire Leicester City Team Given Blue BMW i8

According to Leicester Mercury, the entire Leicester City roster has been given a BMW i8 for winning the Premier League. The cars come from their chairman, Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, who spent a rumored £2 million (approx. $2,600,000 USD) on the gifts.Why the massive gift? The Leicester City Foxes did the unthinkable last year and won one of the most coveted titles in soccer. Having just been brought into the English Premier League, nobody expected the team to come out on top, but they proved the world wrong.https://twitter.com/Coral/status/761542805479100416What makes the gift even better is the fact that each car is finished in blue, matching the team's color. AND the team also gets £6.5 million to split among themselves, courtesy of a bonus agreement from the Premier League.The team definitely deserves all the gifts they get, because their 2015-2016 season was a fairy tale to say the least. And now it's not too long before the next season starts back up again!All BMW i8s For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – August 04, 2016

Hennessey HPE1000 Challenger Hellcat Hits the Dyno

You knew it was bound to happen. John Hennessey and team have added twin turbos to the supercharged Dodge Challenger Hellcat. Being the most powerful production muscle car, it makes 707 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque at the engine without any modifications. Automatic transmissions consume a percentage of that power in exchange for not having to shift your own gears. Our Cars & Coffee events are always packed with the mean Mopars, and owners tell us they usually make anywhere from 630 hp to 650 hp at the rear wheels when measured on a dyno. Incredible numbers for any showroom stock vehicle, but how does one boost that which is already boosted?While tuned exhaust on naturally aspirated cars helps to build power at low RPMs, the exhaust on a supercharged car is essentially wasted energy. By adding two turbochargers into the mix, the Hellcat is taken from 11 to 15 pounds of boost pressure. Before you mention that it's only 4 psi, consider how a supercharger works. It takes 500 hp just to spin the blower on a Top Fuel dragster. While that might be an extreme comparison, superchargers use a significant amount of the engine's power- to make more power. I drove Mr. Hennessey's twin-turbo Ford GT at the Orange County Auto Show in 2013, and he explained that by adding boost at low engine speeds, the supercharger's inefficiencies are negated. Using the same logic on the Hellcat, they are able to make 848 hp at the rear wheels, 200 more with only 4 pounds of additional boost. Considering the power lost inside the automatic, it equates to 1,060 hp at the engine! Also available for the Charger Hellcat, head over to Hennessey Performance for more information.Used Challenger SRT Hellcat

By Edward Jones – August 03, 2016

Forza Horizon 3 Car List

Updated: 8/3/2016On this page is the full Forza Horizon 3 car list as it is revealed. These vehicles include off-road SUVs, trucks, supercars, hypercars, classic cars and much more. What's more, the page will also be updated as Turn 10 announces more cars for the game, so be sure to check back.The game will be released on September 27.Pre-Order Now Third Release (August 3, 2016) 1980 Abarth Fiat 131 2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe 1957 BMW Isetta 300 Export 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 1948 Ferrari 166MM Barchetta 1985 Ford RS200 Evolution 1977 Ford Escort RS1800 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina 2015 Infiniti Q60 Concept 1969 Jaguar Mk II 3.8 2015 Lexus RC F 1953 Maserati A6GCS/53 Pininfarina Berlinetta 1997 McLaren F1 GT 1958 Plymouth Fury Second Release (July 27, 2016) 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 1970 AMC Rebel "The Machine" 1998 Aston Martin V8 Vantage V600 2011 Audi RS 5 Coupé 2011 BMW X5 M 1981 BMW M1 1992 Bugatti EB110 Super Sport 1970 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 1966 Chevrolet Nova Super Sport 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR 1969 Ferrari Dino 246 GT 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 2011 Ferrari FF 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra 1956 Ford F-100 1991 GMC Syclone 2016 Holden Special Vehicles 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By Edward Jones – August 03, 2016

2017 BMW "30 Jahre M3" Limited Edition Coming to USA, Price

How do you celebrate the anniversary of a car like the BMW M3? You build a monster version of the car, make it limited edition and leave everyone drooling. Case-in-point, the new 2017 BMW "30 Jahre M3" Limited Edition. If that name sounds familiar, it's probably because you're thinking of the "30 Jahre M5." HyperFocal: 0This new model was created to celebrate the 30-year anniversary of the legendary new M3, which was launched in 1986. BMW has announced that only 500 units of this limited M3 will be produced, with 150 of them hitting the shores of the United States. Yes, you read that right, we aren't being left out. The cost of the car is set at $83,250, plus Destination and Handling. If you want the Dual-Clutch transmission, that'll cost you $86,150, plus Destination and Handling.What does this price get you? Special "30 Jahre M3" 1/500 badging: Located on the M gills, doorsill finishers and throughout the interior. Power: BMW upped the power on this limited edition model up to 444 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. (0-60 in 3.8 (auto) or 4.0 (manual)) Handling: It includes the Competition Package, complete with Adaptive M suspension. Exclusive Color: Comes finished in exclusive BMW Individual color Macao Blue metallic. If you're interested, the BMW "30 Jahre M3", it will be available at select dealers starting August, 2016.View BMW M3s For Sale

By Nicole Slaughter-Graham – August 03, 2016

Ford's One-of-a-Kind Shelby GT350 Mustang, "Old Yeller" R...

Last week at the annual Gather of Eagles charity event, "Old Yeller," a one-off, yellow mustang with aviation influences crossed the stage for auction. It sold for $295,000 to Hank Menke, who is the president and CEO of OFS Brands. All of the proceeds from the sale of the Mustang will benefit EEA's youth education programs.EEA youth programs are dear to the company's heart, and "Old Yeller" marks the "ninth one-of-a-kind vehicle" created by Ford's engineering teams specifically designated to benefit the EEA."Old Yeller" is a Shelby GT350 Mustang equipped with a 5.2-liter Ti-VCT V8 engine. It boasts 526 horsepower and 429 l-ft of torque accompanied by a 6-speed manual transmission. According to Ford, it is "the most track-read, road-legal Mustang ever produced."Ford's dedication to the EEA's youth programs and education means much to the organization. As stated by EEA's CEO and chairman of the board,“We’re truly grateful Ford is, and has been, such a committed sponsor of EAA and AirVenture.” With its ninth Mustang donation, Ford has definitely delivered something exceptional that any auto or aviation enthusiast would love to own. The Ford “Ole Yeller” Mustang will allow EAA to provide support to our valuable programs helping us grow the next generation of aviators.” Shelby GT350s for Sale

By Nicole Slaughter-Graham – August 02, 2016

BAC Debuts First Ever Graphene Constructed Vehicle

For a lightweight, durable supercar boasting speed and agility carbon fiber reigns king in the supercar world. The material is lightweight and versatile, making a supercar that much more dynamic and functional, not to mention visually appealing. BAC made full use of carbon fiber in its creation of the 2016 BAC Mono. The Formula 1 vehicle's lightweight construction provided the catalyst which resulted in a 0-60 surge in a mere 2.8 seconds.Not to be outdone by their own creation, though, BAC stepped up the game with a new edition to the Mono line. In fact, their new Mono is the first vehicle of its kind, with panels fashioned out of lightweight, futuristic graphene--- the first car in the world made of the material.Strength and lightweight qualities that surpass that of carbon fiber make graphene the potential game-changer in the car world. According to a BAC press release, graphene is, "made of sheets of carbon just one atom thick, and is significantly lighter than standard carbon fibre. It is also stronger than carbon fibre, meaning that it can bring weight reductions of around 20% while being 200 times stronger than steel."This high-performance material could become the new standard in car building, and BAC wanted to make sure they led the pack.View Price & Listing

By Edward Jones – August 02, 2016

Kit Harrington (Jon Snow) Introduces the Infiniti Q60 Coupe

You might know Kit Harrington from his role as Jon Snow on the ever-popular television show "Game of Thrones." In the show, he plays a strong and powerful character that has a world of potential bound within him. Well, it seems like Infiniti is trying to channel his character's strength for their new Q60 Coupe by featuring him in their latest commercial.Infiniti Q60 Coupe Specs Engine: 3.7-liter V6 Horsepower: 330 hp Torque: 270 lb-ft Transmission: 7-speed automatic Drive-Type: Rear-wheel drive In the commercial, uploaded to YouTube on August 1, Harrington takes the new luxury performance car for a spin as he recites William Blake's "The Tyger."Click play below to see the commercial for yourself and get ready for Game of Thrones Season 7 next year (seven episodes, starting late Summer 2017).

By Andrew Nabors – August 02, 2016

New TechArt Wheels for Porsche Cayman GT4 and Panamera

If you own a Porsche 911, you have an entire industry at your disposal when it comes to aftermarket wheels. But for Cayman and Panamera owners, limited availability is an understatement. Based on the runaway success of TechArt's split 5-spoke Formula IV series, they have developed a specific fitment for the Cayman GT4 and the Panamera.Porsche Panamera For Sale Using the same machining techniques as OE manufacturers, all unnecessary metal is removed to offer the lightest & strongest wheel on the market. The Cayman GT4 arrives with 20" racing rubber that wears out quickly on the street. Saving the original tires for track days would be a wise investment, so TechArt has pushed the limits beyond what we thought possible. Included with a 5mm rear spacer, their new wheel measures 21"x 9" front and 21" x 11" rear. This will allow you to run a 245/30 tire up front and a massive 305/25 out back.If your Porsche sedan needs a custom touch, Formula IV wheels for the Panamera measure 22" x 9.5" front and 22" x 10.5" rear. A clever use of increased offset, it will allow you to have 265/30 tires up front and 305/25 on the rear. All TechArt Formula IV wheels are approved by the factory and will not void your warranty. Larger wheels have shorter sidewall tires. This helps cornering by decreasing deflection, and the weight savings help your brakes work easier. For technical data and color options, click here. Stay with us for more custom options for your Porsche.Cayman GT4 For Sale|Panamera For Sale

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