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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 Jordan Aquistapace – June 03, 2022

Porsche Brings A Special Taycan 4S Cross Turismo To The 2...

The electrified Taycan will be the taxi for the leader of the tournament each day. The winning attitude of Porsche follows closely from the race track to the golf course, as the German automotive manufacturer continues its role as a main sponsor on the professional golf tour. As golfers train for the upcoming 2022 Porsche European Open, the brand also preps for the world-renowned event with a special Porsche Taycan 4S Sport Turismo. The head-turning Porsche Taycan features a vibrant design that blends pink, blue, and green that pays homage to the iconic landscape of Winsen (Luhe), Germany. MUST-READ: Add Style and Functionality With the Porsche Performance Roof Box The electrified Porsche Taycan 4S Sport Turismo will act as the overnight leader’s ride to the Green Eagle Golf Course, with entrepreneur Flemming Pinck behind the wheel as the lead driver. The Taycan 4S Cross Turismo generates over 522-horsepower from its sophisticated electric powertrain, with plenty of cabin and storage space to fit the golf clubs of the 2022 Porsche European Open’s leader. View all of the current Porsche Taycan models for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle releases and news on Porsche. View All Porsche Taycan For Sale Source: Porsche

By Edward Jones – May 26, 2022

Hypercar Invitational 2022: The Next-Generation of the Am...

Presented by Hypercar Invitational 2022. Limited spots are still available for the Hypercar Invitational 2022. To sign up and learn more about this event, click here. Additionally, you can bid on passenger laps in insane hypercars at the event like the Koenigsegg Agera RS 'Draken' and 'Valhalla' on the event's Instagram page. All of the money raised from these auctions will benefit Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area. When the pandemic took over the world, many in the automotive industry were dealt a blow as the traditional auto shows were all canceled and postponed. This led many to look for new outlets so that they could show off their latest automotive offerings. One event that hasn't had to change a thing and was actually a step ahead of everyone else is the Hypercar Invitational. Image Source: Bugatti While many events are just now changing their ways as the traditional automotive show starts to sunset, the Hypercar Invititational's founder already had this in motion back in 2018 when the event was founded. Knowing that automotive enthusiasts and collectors were hungry for a new way to experience the latest and greatest automotive, Alessandro Borroni created the Hypercar Invitational. This exclusive event allows attendees to not only see the latest creation from the world's most prestigious automakers, but also witness them in action. That's thanks to the event's location: The Weathertech Laguna Seca Raceway. What's more, a select group of attendees will be able to actually experience the cars on the track for themselves in the cockpit. " width="680"> For this year's Hypercar Invitational, the event organizers have hand-selected a group of top collectors and sports car buyers to take part in the three-day, curated event. During those days, the event's partner brands will be able to share their stories and latest offerings with the guests. Brands participating in this year's event include Bugatti, Pagani, Zenvo, Hennessey, Aston Martin with the Valkyrie AMR Pro, Dallara and Lucid. Many dealer sponsors will also be on hand, like O’Gara Coach, Boardwalk Pagani & Lamborghini, Luxury Collection, Miller Motorcars and Ferrari of Silicon Valley. You'll be hard-pressed to find an event that offers such an intimate experience with the world's most exclusive automakers and dealerships. The Hypercar Invitational 2022 will take place June 9-12th and the cost of a ticket is set at $7,500 for the 3.5-day event. This price includes track time, pro-celebrity coaching, track support, luxury meals and dinners, luxury suites, and cocktail events. Hypercar Invitational notes that around 100 guests will be able to partake in this year's event, allowing it to remain intimate so that attendees and participating companies can have ample time to create new relationships. For more information, be sure to click the button below to view the Hypercar Invitational website. Learn More

By Canossa Events – May 23, 2022

Cavallino Classic Cup: The Racing Series Dedicated to Fer...

Cavallino has launched Cavallino Classic Cup, a new initiative to further expand its boundaries and continue its mission of fostering the passion and culture for Enzo Ferrari’s legacy. Cavallino Classic Cup is the new racing series dedicated to all Ferraristi with a racing soul, who want to dust their glorious Ferrari Challenge cars off and breathe the scent of petrol and tires. A great opportunity to give a new life to those racing glories and to have fun on the racetrack in a friendly and open environment. The racing series is open to five generations of Ferrari Challenge cars: from the first 348 Challenge to the fantastic 458 Challenge EVO. The first season will take place in Europe and will include three dates: June 7-8 at the Red Bull Ring October 1 at Varano Circuit October 22-23 at Misano World Circuit. Beside the races, in each date there will be hot laps sessions for those who don’t want to deal with safety equipment and racing license. Enjoy this fun-filled experience made of unrestrained emotions and live your racing vibes with us! Click here for more information. For registration, please apply here.

By Canossa Events – May 12, 2022

Cavallino Classic Modena: May 29th – 31st, 2022

The second edition of the Italian Cavallino Classic is just around the corner! After the huge success of the first edition in 2021, Cavallino Classic is returning to the hometown of Enzo Ferrari, Modena, to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Ferrari. Cavallino Classic Modena will take place at Casa Maria Luigia and will combine excellent cars, exceptional hospitality and the amazing food of Massimo Bottura, chef patron of Osteria Francescana, a three-Michelin-star restaurant based in Modena. The event will take place on May, from 29th to 31st, and will be limited only to 20 cars. Some of the best Ferraris in the world from different ages will sit between world heritage sites such as Modena’s Cathedral, the Ghirlandina Tower and Piazza Grande. A three-day event where beautiful cars adorn one of the most precious jewel of the Emilia-Romagna Region, and center of the Motor Valley: Modena. Stay tuned for more information and follow our Instagram and Facebook accounts to receive every update day by day. Image Source: Canossa Events

By Canossa Events – May 02, 2022

Cavallino Fisher Island Charity Event Set For May 6th

The ultimate "one-off" charity event on Miami’s most exclusive island. As an homage to the very first Formula 1 Grand Prix held in Miami, we are delighted to announce Cavallino Fisher Island, a charming charity event staged on Miami’s most special and peaceful island. Fisher Island, renowned for its exclusivity, ranks as America’s wealthiest zip code and is only accessible to residents and members. Cavallino Fisher Island will take place on Friday May 6th as a very private event, limited to 20 carefully chosen Ferraris and 150 invited guests. The main purpose of this event is to raise funds for the Cavallino Classic Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity created with a very clear mission: to help young people seize their opportunities in life. Purchase Tickets Indeed, during the recent Palm Beach Cavallino Classic, we raised over $120,000 combined from the charitable contributions of all sold tickets, and the generous bids at the charity auction. 100% of the funds have been allocated in equal amount to four projects, all of them aimed at young people: The American Council of the Blind Scholarship Fund; The A.W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts of West Palm Beach; The Piston Foundation, to fund scholarships and apprenticeships for students and technicians wanting to pursue a career in the collector car industry; and The Palm Beach Police & Fire Foundation, to support their scholarship fund for public safety workers. Image Source: Cavallino.com Image Source: Cavallino.com The event will feature a notable display of rare Ferraris, with a special selection of competition cars as an homage to the F1 race. We will honor these Ferraris with ‘light judging’ including a Children’s Award voted on by the students of the local school, coherent with our mission to foster the passion for the classic car world amongst the younger generation. A celebratory luncheon at the Vanderbilt Mansion will conclude the day. The admission fee of $600 per person, which includes the luncheon and the Island’s ferry transportation, will go directly to the Cavallino Classic Foundation. Owners and guests are welcome to donate any additional amount, with all donations above $2,000 being recognized at the event and in the next edition of Cavallino Magazine. The Ferrari exhibition will kick off at 10:00am followed by an Italian-style “Aperitivo” before lunch at 12:30pm. We will present the Awards at 2:00pm just in time prior to the F1 practice session at 2:30 pm, which can be watched in our specially set up TV-room. A silent auction with unique items to bid on will also be part of the program. Cars can be delivered or brought to the island on Thursday evening or Friday morning before 8:30am, and depart from the island as of 3:30pm on Friday afternoon, or on Saturday. To purchase your ticket or register a car, click here.For any other enquiries, please contact us at classic@cavallino.com.

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By Edward Jones – April 26, 2022

Enter to Win a Chance to Build Your Dream Porsche and Hel...

Presented by the Diabetes Foundation. Don't miss your chance to win a $99,000 gift certificate to Jack Daniels Porsche! For the 37th Diabetes Foundation Porsche Raffle, things have been shaken up in a fantastic way. While in previous years the winner received a new Porsche 911, the winner of this year's event will win a $99,000 gift certificate to Jack Daniels Porsche. With that gift certificate, the winner will be able to build the Porsche of their dreams. From a 911 to even a Taycan, there are so many options available from Porsche that the gift card could go to. Essentially, the winner of this raffle will have an incredibly enjoyable time putting together their dream Porsche and even more fun driving their new ride when it gets delivered. Please help the Diabetes Foundation make a difference in the lives of many people fighting diabetes and its complications every day. Diabetes is hard, but getting help shouldn’t be. The Diabetes Foundation exists to ensure children and adults with diabetes that need help, get help. You can purchase a ticket(s) with a credit card or a check. Checks not cashed will be returned to sender. Checks must be received by June 15, 2022. Online sales need to be made by June 17, 2022 by 11:50 pm. Only 4,000 tickets will be sold so act fast. Enter Raffle About the Diabetes Foundation - The Diabetes Foundation offers free education and support programs in partnership with medical, health and wellness professionals to ensure that individuals with prediabetes, Type 1, Type 2, or gestational diabetes have the knowledge and tools necessary to reduce their risk of developing diabetes or delay or avoid the long-term complications of living with uncontrolled blood sugar.

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By Tyler Rampersaud – April 21, 2022

Salon Privé Begins With Incredible Automotive Appearances...

London’s new exclusive Salon Privé automotive event starts with a bang. London is one of the biggest cities in the world, and if you want an automotive event to take place there and impress, you have to make quite an entrance. And after Salon Privé, London’s newest exclusive automotive party finished its first day, that’s exactly what it did. It was absolutely star-studded, with appearances being made that were global debuts for new cars, appearances for incredibly rare examples, and incredible shows for gorgeous classics at the event’s Concours de Vente. MUST READ: Porsche Celebrates Group C Racing At The 2022 Retro Classics Event Amazing cars were shown at events for the first time in the UK at Salon Privé, like the incredible Ferrari Daytona SP3, the brand’s newest ultra-rare Icona hypercar, the new Ferrari 296 GTB, the new Aston Martin DBX707, which stood alongside one of two Aston Martin DBS GT Zagatos in the world and a Valkyrie, the all-electric Genesis GV60 coupe crossover, the new Range Rover SV, the Morgan Super 3, the Tushek TS900 Apex, Alpine’s new A110 lineup, and more incredible cars. However, one of the most awe-striking moments was when the Alfa Romeo 12C prototype, a long-lost pre-war racing prototype showed at the event, with not only the car itself restored, but also the legendary legacy of it that connects the heritage of Ferrari, Porsche, and Alfa Romeo together. The Concours featured incredible historic beauties, like a 1972 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spider, and a 1960 Ferrari 250 GT Pinin Farina Cabriolet, and a legendary 1987 Porsche 959. With just one day of the event down, there’s no telling just what Friday and Saturday might have in store for Salon Privé, but if it’s anything like Thursday, it’s going to be amazing. Source: Salon Privé

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 15, 2022

Porsche Is Bringing Back The Rennsport Reunion In 2023

Rennsport Reunion continues in 2023. Established in 2001, Rennsport is a celebration of Porsche’s racing heritage. Together, both drivers and enthusiasts to a few days of pure Porsche excitement, on and off the track. The first Rennsport event happened at Lime Rock Park in 2001, and since then, it’s seen incredible growth. The last Rennsport event in 2018 ended up drawing in over 80,000 people, and now, the event is returning in 2023. While the location and dates are still to be determined, the CEO of Porsche Cars North America tells us that “Our ambition is to make Rennsport Reunion VII the best one yet.” MUST READ: Porsche Brings Two Motorsport Icons To The GP Ice Race In Austria “Rennsport” is a word that is close to the Porsche brand. As a matter of fact, Rennsport, which means “race sport” in German, is what “RS” stands for in the names of Porsche’s RS models. While it’s going to be a very long wait until the next Rennsport, and we can’t even say quite how long it’s going to be, there’s no doubt that this is a very exciting announcement. View All Porsches For Sale Source: Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 14, 2022

The New Tushek TS 900 Apex Hybrid Hypercar Will Debut At ...

As if the Tushek TS 900 wasn’t ludicrous enough… Slovenia’s Tushek supercar manufacturer wowed with the Tushek TS900 years ago, but now they are back and are boasting the world’s lightest hybrid hypercar, the Tushek TS900 Apex. Fitted with a new electric drive system with an engine that makes a combined output of 1350 metric horsepower, and weighing in at just 1350 kg, the power to weight ratio is 1:1, something that is absolutely unimaginable for a road-going car. Tushek is among few other manufacturers that have been able to achieve this feat, but even rarer is the car itself, which is limited to just 36 examples, all of which are able to be highly personalized, and come with a personalized buying experience complete with driving and tuning instruction. MUST READ: Get to know the McLaren P1: READ NOW However, it doesn’t stop there. The track-only Tushek TS 900 RacerPro is on the horizon, which will see a limited run of just 12 examples, but boasts an even more incredible power to weight ratio of 1.13:1. The Apex will debut at Salon Privé London, where attendees can get a closer look and start their buying journey with Tushek, while the RacerPro model will be previewed. Salon Privé goes from April 21-23 in London, England. Source: Salon Privé London

By Tyler Rampersaud – March 25, 2022

Petersen Automotive Museum Has A Flying Car On Display

The world’s first commercially available flying car has landed at the Petersen Automotive Museum. The idea of “flying cars” has always been a lofty, grand, and even sarcastic pipe dream used to describe a distant future, where absolutely anything is possible. But despite how impossible flying cars may seem, they are real, and a real flying car will be on display at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles until April 1. MUST READ: New “Ferrari Forever” Exhibition At Enzo Ferrari Museum Opens Ferrari Classiche’s Doors The Aeromobil is the name of the flying car, and it is able to transition from a 7-foot wide car to a 30-foot wide aircraft in less than 3 minutes. On the ground, the Aeromobil can drive up to 100 mph, and get from 0-60 in 10 seconds with an estimated 600-mile driving range. In the air, it can cruise at 160 mph, climb at 1200 feet per minute, and fly for 460 miles, or 320 miles with a passenger. The research and development that created the Aeromobil involved the talent of people who have worked with brands like Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Rolls-Royce Aviation, Formula 1 teams, BMW, Aston Martin, and McLaren. Next time you say “when we have flying cars,” know that that time is now. Source: Petersen Automotive Museum

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