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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 – November 24, 2020

Wheels X Wardrobe: Thanksgiving With The Ford Bronco

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all that we are thankful for, and in the automotive industry, we are thankful for Ford bringing back the Bronco platform. The rugged design of Ford’s new addition pairs best with clothing and accessories that can withstand the same climate and terrain. This week’s Wheels X Wardrobe focuses on what to wear and carry when pulling up to your Thanksgiving celebration in the new Ford Bronco. Shop all of the styles featured in this special by clicking the links below. Vehicle Ford Bronco MSRP $26,660 View All Ford Bronco For Sale Watch Eberhard & Co. Scafograf 300 MCMLIX $3,260 Shop Now Top Melin A-Game Scout Thermal $79 Shop Now Smith TR90 Polarized Sunglasses $143.20 Shop Now Buck Mason Dry Waxed Canvas Highland Jacket $275 Shop Now Buck Mason Pima Curved Hem Henley $52 Shop Now Bottom Joe's The Asher Slim Fit Jeans $129 Shop Now Footwear Clark's Desert Boot Beeswax $150 Shop Now Accessories JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker $69.95 Shop Now The James Brand Hells Canyon Knife $295 Shop Now Yeti V Series Hard Cooler $800 Shop Now Traeger Ironwood Series 885 Pellet Grill $1,499.99 Shop Now Sunnydaze Cast Iron Outdoor Fire Pit $185 Shop Now YETI Trailhead Collapsible Camp Chair $299.98 Shop Now The Bronco Thanksgiving Breakdown 2020 Ford Bronco MSRP $26,600 Eberhard & Co. Scafograf 300 MCMLIX $3,260 Melin A-Game Scout Thermal $79 Smith TR90 Polarized Sunglasses $143.20 Buck Mason Dry Waxed Canvas Highlands Jacket $275 Buck Mason Prima Curved Hem Henley $52 Joe's The Asher Slim Fit Jeans $129 Clark's Desert Boot Beeswax $150 JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker $69.95 The James Brand Hells Canyon Knife $275 Yeti V Series Hard Cooler $800 Traeger Ironwood Series 885 Wood Pellet Grill $1,499.99 Sunnydaze Cast Iron Outdoor Fire Pit $185 YETI Trailhead Collapsible Camp Chair $299.98

By Jordan Aquistapace – November 23, 2020

EveryDrive Carry: Off The Grid With The Ford Raptor

The things that everyone grabs when heading out the door are classified as essentials because they are tools needed to get through the day, whether it is a day at work or an off-road adventure. The EveryDrive Carry highlights the essential products and accessories to keep in your vehicle, depending on the situation and road conditions. This week, we are focusing on pairing the Ford Raptor with the essentials needed for going off the grid. Click the links below to shop any of the products featured in the special. Ford 2020 Ford F-150 Raptor MSRP $53,455 View All Ford Raptors For Sale Huckberry Dissim Inverted Lighter $48 Shop Now Enter the Inverted Lighter. Specifically designed to be flipped upside down, the combo of a circular grip and angled flame port direct the fire at the wick of your candle or the tinder in your campfire with your fingers safely out of the way. Papier Papier Custom Pine Green Notes Journal $49.99 Shop Now The Papier Pine Green Notes cover is crafted from beautiful, upcycled leather with traditionally pressed foil details in a choice of colours. Inside, find 96 pages of lined paper to jot special plans, daily thoughts or notes and ideas. Blade HQ Boker Plus Tactical Pen CID .45 CAL Bolt Action $54.71 Shop Now This tactical self defense pen from Boker Plus is an ingenious design by Rainer Wenning and knifemaker Thomas Braunagel. It features a "bolt action" mechanism. The "click" open and close is quite fun, making this a tough one to put down. Home Depot Streamlight Stinger Pro Flashlight $108.53 Shop Now This NEW STINGER LED raises the standard to a whole new level. It features multiple lighting options, including a strobe and super bright, white hot, long range beam with a wide circle of light that increases your peripheral vision. Blade HQ Benchmade Mini Bugout AXIS Lock Knife $119 Shop Now The Benchmade Bugout offers a lightweight, ergonomic build designed with everyday carry and general outdoor use in mind. Its high-performance CPM-S30V blade sports a partial swedge to provide a finer point, and comes fitted with orange anodized dual thumb studs for easy one-handed operation. VSSL VSSL First Aid Kit $125 Shop Now This isn't your typical first aid kit; completely waterproof, a sleek compact design, adventure-ready durability, and a curated set of outdoor specific first aid components that are perfectly organized in our custom first aid roll for easy access. You can count on your VSSL First Aid to be ready when you need it most. Hammacher Schlemmer Hammacher Schlemmer Leather Glove Box Organizer $129.95 Shop Now This is the leather organizer that keeps a car’s glove compartment organized and clutter-free. Eliminating the frustration of rummaging through a jumbled heap, this organizer, crafted from deluxe genuine leather, keeps a driver’s essentials readily accessible for quick retrieval. Leatherman Leatherman MUT EOD Multi-Tool $169.95 Shop Now The Leatherman MUT EOD has everything you need in an easy-access configuration for your specialized line of work. Accomplish your mission, maintain your field gear and lighten up your kit. All in a day's work. Goal Zero Goal Zero Sherpa 100PD Power Bank $199.95 Shop Now Charge quickly on the move, Fast-charging Power Delivery gives you more power in less time. Charge USB-C laptops, phones, and tablets using the 60W USB-C Power Delivery port. Garmin US Garmin Instinct Solar Watch $299.99 Shop Now The Garmin Instinct is a GPS smartwatch built to break convention, conquer the elements and endure longer. It’s now taking battery life to a new level by harnessing the power of the sun. B&H Photo Video Leica D-Lux 7 Digital Camera $1,195 Shop Now Poised as the ideal pocket camera, the black Leica D-Lux 7 is a svelte, compact camera characterized by its large sensor design, versatile lens, and sleek styling. The 17MP Four Thirds MOS sensor offers impressive performance with a sensitivity range up to ISO 25600 along with an 11-fps continuous shooting rate and UHD 4K30p video recording to suit multimedia shooting applications in a variety of conditions.

By Edward Jones – November 23, 2020

How To Buy: Lamborghini x Master & Dynamic Collection

A new Lamborghini x Master & Dynamic headphone and earphone collection have just been revealed and you have to check it out. Each of the items in the collection has design elements inspired by the Lamborghini supercars, making them some of the sleekest pieces of personal audio equipment we've seen. Within the collection are the MW65 Wireless Headphones and MW07 PLUS Wireless Earphones. The headphones come in three different styles (see above): silver metal/light grey/yellow Alcantara®; black metal black/yellow Alcantara; and black metal/black/grey Alcantara. These headphones offer active noise-canceling (ANC) technology and have 24 hours of battery life. The Bluetooth connection also has a range of 100-feet. As for the earphones, they also come in three different colors: polished white/matt silver case; polished black/matt black case; matt black/matt black case. These earphones include 10mm Beryllium drivers that offer up a stunning sound and the case provides up to 40 hours of total battery life. You can shop them now by clicking the button below. When: Available Now Where: Master Dynamic Website Price: $349 - $549

By Edward Jones – November 20, 2020

Porsche Design Unveils Two New Stylish Sunglasses

Porsche Design has just unveiled two new pairs of sunglasses that bleed sports car DNA. The first up is the P'8685 Hexagon Gold Limited Edition sunglasses (seen up above). The eight hexagonal screws and solid titanium in the front of these sunglasses were used as a way to interpret the design of an engine block into the design. If these look familiar, that's because the P'8685 sunglasses aren't new, but the gold design is. If you dig the look of the gold on the P'8685's design, act quick because only 500 pairs will be created, each with a suggested price of $1,150. The other pair unveiled by Porsche Design were the P'8928 aviators (seen below). These were created as a reinterpretation of the classic P'8478 sunglasses. The P'8478, the new P'8928 aviators also come with an interchangeable lens mechanism. Each pair will come with an additional set of color lenses and new colors can be purchased when they're unveiled each season. The Porsche Design P'8928 aviators come with a suggested starting price of $550. Shop Porsche-Design.com Porsche Design P'8928 (PRNewsfoto/Porsche Design)

By Jordan Aquistapace – November 20, 2020

Balenciaga Releases A $5,750 Track.2 Sneaker Sculpture

Art takes its shape in all forms, most recently in the shape of the Balenciaga Track.2 sneaker silhouette. The luxury fashion house released a limited-edition silver brass sculpture of the infamous sneaker, paying homage to the success of the collection. The sculpture presented as a European size 41 model meant for home décor purposes, unfortunately, cannot be worn. Balenciaga has commissioned a limited 16-piece release of the silver brass Track.2, making it a highly sought-after collector piece for any fashion enthusiast or sneakerhead. The Balenciaga Track.2 Sculpture is currently available for the price of $5,750 by clicking the link below. Shop Now

By Edward Jones – November 19, 2020

Bang & Olufsen Unveils New 48-inch BeoVision Contour TV

Bang & Olufsen's BeoVision line of televisions is filled with the latest etchnology and plenty of style. Their latest addition to the lineup, the new BeoVision Contour, is no exception. With a 48-inch OLED screen and three-channel and Dolby Atmos sound system, the new BeoVision Contour is an all-in-one entertainment package. What's more, this new television is dripping with style. The outer frame and sound system covering are both minimalistic and very pleasing to look at. Bang & Olufsen also offers this TV in a wide variety of finishes/colors, including Silver/Light Oak, Black Anthracite/Smoked Oak and more. If you need a color combo that perfectly matches your decor, they have the options for you. It's not often that a television will be a stylish centerpiece in a living room, but that's where Bang & Olufsen's BeoVision television always succeed. If you're interested, it will available in the United States in February 2021 with a price tag of $5,999. To learn more, be sure to click the button below. Visit Bang-Olufsen.com Bang & Olufsen/Facebook

By Edward Jones – November 18, 2020

Ducati Reveals New E-Mountain Bike and Updates to Original

We all know Ducati for their exquisite motorcycles, but in 2018 they actually launched themselves into the world of electric mountain bikes or E-MTBs. They started off with the MIG-S, which they have just updated for the year 2020. The updates include a new 630Wh Shimano better and a new frame shape. This new 2020 Ducati MIG-S will be priced at $5,495 and will be available in April 2021. 2021 Ducati MIG-S Ducati has also revealed their brand-new TK-01RR E-MTB. This bike was built with extreme e-enduro in mind. Powering this bike is the Shimano EP8 motor found in the MIG -S, which weighs in at 5.7-lbs and provides 62.6 lb-ft of torque. This motor is mated to a 12-speed transmission and can be held back by Shimano XT brakes. For suspension, the TK-01RR is equipped with the new 180 mm Öhlins RXF 38 fork and Öhlins TTX shock absorber with 170 mm of rear travel. This bike will come with a price of $7,995 with deliveries starting in February 2021. See All Ducatis For Sale 2021 Ducati TK-01RR

By Jordan Aquistapace – November 18, 2020

How To Buy: Type 7 Volume 2

Type 7 continues to illustrate the past, present, and future of Porsche design through its second volume. The craze began in December of 2018. Porsche nodded at the go-ahead for Type 7 to capture the following of Porsche enthusiast all around the world via Instagram. Type 7 Volume 2 features illustrated stories presented by some of the biggest names in the automobile industry, such as Jeff Zwart and Daniel Arsham. The book is currently available for the price of $150.25 and makes the perfect gift for any Porsche owner or enthusiast. Click below for information on how to buy Type 7 Volume 2. When: November 18th, 2020 Where: Booktopia Price: $152.25 Source: Amazon

By Edward Jones – November 18, 2020

Saddle Up Your Ford Mustang With The Perfect Pirelli Tires

Presented by SimpleTire - It’s hard to think of a car in post-WWII America that’s more iconic and more influential than the Ford Mustang. Ever since it was introduced in 1965 (technically 1964 ½), the Mustang has been the kind of car that even people who don’t care about cars can identify just by its silhouette. With its short wheelbase, long hood, 2+2 seating, short trunk and a lot of engine, the ‘Stang singlehandedly defined the pony car segment, leaving Chrysler and GM to play catch-up and come up with their own versions. First Generation Considering how bland the automotive market of the early 60s was, the Mustang was nothing short of revolutionary at the time of its introduction. Ford’s projections for first-year sales of the Mustang were 100,000 units; by the end of that first year, the automaker had sold well upwards of 400,000 Mustangs, with a sizable waiting list of customers. With a wide list of options, you could make your first-gen Mustang as plain-jane or comfortable (or as sedate or fast) as you wanted. Never mind that the Mustang’s stodgy Fairlane and Falcon underpinnings gave it fairly sloppy handling, it was the car to have in the mid 60s. On the other hand, a great way to tighten up that handling is as easy as putting on a new pair of shoes. Pirelli Tires for your First-Generation Mustang If you’ve got a first-gen Mustang with the popular Handling Package, your tire size would be 195/60R15. A quick look at top Pirelli tires for your Mustang turns up the: Pirelli P4 Four Seasons: The Four Seasons is an excellent all-around choice thanks to its variable angle grooves and continuous central ribs, silica-enriched low-rolling resistance rubber formulation, central longitudinal grooves to resist hydroplaning and 90k mile warranty. Pirelli P4 Four Seasons Plus: All the features of the Four Seasons, except the Plus model is optimized for even better traction, ride quality, handling and braking distance. If you’re not committed to having period-correct bias-ply tires on your Mustang, these Pirelli P4 tires can greatly improve the driving experience with improved handling, noise levels, road manners, ride and true year-round traction. The first-generation Mustang went through several changes over the years, becoming longer, heavier and plusher before it was finally phased out in 1973. By the early 70s, the muscle-car movement was pretty much over due to rising gas prices and pressure from the insurance industry. It was apparent that the Mustang needed to be reinvented into a smaller, more fuel-stingy iteration, which leads us to… Shop Tires on SimpleTire.com Second Generation Ford chairman Lee Iacocca spearheaded the Mustang II, which was developed from the popular Pinto. The Mustang II had styling that called to mind the ‘65 model, and was a hot seller for its first year or two on the market. Unfortunately, Mustang II’s had a host of problems (including rust, build quality issues and a weak lineup of engines) and was quietly ushered offstage after only four years on the market. Third Generation Developed from the platform of the Ford Fairmont, the third-gen Mustang was introduced in 1979 and was changed little all the way up through 1993. These Mustangs were a lot more true to form, with a much more modern, aerodynamic body shell, a more comfortable interior and a wider range of engine options. For model year ‘82, a Mustang GT was introduced with a high-output 5.0L V8, and performance was finally back on the table in Mustang-world. Pirelli Tires for your Third-Generation Mustang Pirelli Cinturato P7: The Cinturato P7 is a grand touring tire that uses a low oil/high silica tread formulation, asymmetric tread pattern with separate tracton zones, sipes and circumferential grooves to resist hydroplaning, and two polyamide-wrapped steel belts for high-speed stability. Its forgiving ride and solid handling make it a favorite for sporty sedans and coupes. Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Plus: The Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Plus’s combination of a silica-rich tread compound, sipes, circumferential grooves and innovative tread ribs add up to a tire that delivers solid year-round traction with responsive handling and road manners. Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Plus II: The Cinturato P7 All Season Plus II incorporates many of the features of the All-Season Plus, except with an updated tread formulation that’s engineered for low rolling resistance to boost fuel efficiency and minimize environmental impact. While the third-generation Mustang was a pretty pronounced improvement over the janky Mustang II, a set of modern Pirelli tires can still up the game considerably when it comes to handling, ride quality and road manners. Shop Tires on SimpleTire.com Fourth Generation Introduced in ‘94, the fourth-gen Mustang was technically still based on the “Fox” Fairmont platform, but with a completely redesigned body that more closely resembled other Ford-family cars of the time. The Ford development team put in a lot of work on noise/vibration/harshness, overhauled the suspension, offered many more interior options and generally tightened up build quality, and it definitely showed in the final product. Fourth-gen Mustangs could be had with anything from a base 145 hp V6 to a 305 hp version of the 4.6L modular V8, for a truly potent performance package. The “New Edge” Mustang GT was enough of a success to be named Car of the Year by Motor Trend, and these 90s-era Mustangs are still desirable on the collector market. Pirelli Tires for your Fourth-Generation Mustang Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season: Drivers love the Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season for its combination of predictable handling on wet or dry pavement, fuel savings (thanks to a low-rolling-resistance tread formulation) and low noise. The Cinturato P7 All Season incorporates an asymmetric tread pattern, sipes and circumferential grooves to resist hydroplaning, and and a robust shoulder element for even wear, a forgiving ride and low road noise. Pirelli P Zero Nero GT: If you’re looking for a summer ultra-high-performance tire for your 90s Mustang, the P Zero Nero GT is a great choice. It features an asymmetric wide-rib tread design that resists tread squirm, a super-sticky tread formulation and internal structure that’s designed for a big, stable footprint to enhance cornering ability. Like all summer/UHP tires, the P Zero Nero GT will stiffen up at sub-freezing temperatures and shouldn’t be used when temperatures drop below 45 degrees F. Pirelli P Zero Nero All Season Plus: The P Zero Nero All Season Plus features many of the same performance innovations as its UHP counterpart, except with an updated tread compound that’s engineered for year-round traction even in light snow or slush. While the Mustang started to come into its own again in the 90s, they were still rolling on 90s-era rubber. If you’re one of the people who got a fourth-generation Mustang 25 years ago, you might be surprised at what a truly modern set of premium tires can do for your car’s handling, ride and general road manners. Shop Tires on SimpleTire.com Fifth Generation By the mid 00s, the New Edge Mustang was starting to look a little stale and dated. Ford’s design team came up with an all-new version of the ‘Stang that’s “retro-futuristic”: a full slate of modern engineering and design ideas with styling that’s more than just a little reminiscent of a late-60s Mustang. The fifth-gen ‘Stang is available with everything from a 210 hp V6 to a 310 hp V6 or V8s that offer anywhere from 460 hp to a jaw-dropping 662 hp. Inside, features like adaptive cruise control, a backup camera, lane management, accident avoidance and a full traction control/stability control suite make the Mustang a state-of-the-art American muscle car. Pirelli Tires for a Fifth Generation Mustang Pirelli P Zero Rosso Direzionale: The P Zero Rosso Direzionale builds on some of the features of other Pirelli tires (asymmetric tread, closed shoulder, directional tread pattern, sipes) but is engineered specifically for high-displacement, powerful sports coupes and sedans equipped with vehicle stability control and traction control. Pirelli P Zero PZ4:The P Zero PZ4 is a summer Max Performance tire with a shoulder design and tread formulation that can be custom-fit for your vehicle’s needs. Internally, the P Zero 4 also features a hybrid nylon/Kevlar cap along with its two steel belts for enhanced stability, as well as Pirelli Noise Cancelling System, a layer of sound-absorbing foam in the tire’s inner layer. Pirelli P4 Four Seasons Plus Pirelli P Zero All Season This is where modern Pirelli tires really come into their own -- working with a completely modern platform like a fifth-gen Mustang to bring out the car’s best performance. Low rolling resistance that boosts fuel economy, features that resist hydroplaning, and handling that’s as sure-footed as a slot car -- it’s all the things you don’t get with a sub-premium set of tires. Shop Tires on SimpleTire.com Sixth Generation For model year 2015, the Mustang was freshened up again with some subtle styling revisions, a bit more interior room, an independent rear suspension and dual-pivot MacPherson strut front suspension. The new-generation Mustang is a bit wider, a bit longer and features a state-of-the-art infotainment and navigation suite. Under the hood, the post-2015 Mustang is available with a 317 horsepower 2.3L EcoBoost 4cyl, 300 hp 3.8 V6 or a choice of 5.0L V8s that offer up to 460 horsepower. That’s not even thinking about the GT, Bullitt or Shelby editions.Changes to the 6th-gen Mustang may be subtle, but they reflect the continuous improvements to the car that have been going on since 1965. Pirelli Tires for your Sixth Generation Mustang Pirelli P Zero Nero All Season: The P Zero Nero All Season incorporates many of the features of the P Zero, except with an all-season rubber compound and tread design. The P Zero Nero All Season also offers a 45k mile treadwear warranty. Pirelli P Zero: The P Zero is an ultra-high-performance tire that’s OEM on vehicles like the Audi A8, Mercedes C-Class and VW Tiguan. The P Zero features a combination of tread design, rubber formulation and casing design that offer drivers a phenomenal combination of traction, handling, braking performance and ride quality. Pirelli P Zero All Season Plus As the Mustang evolves by increments over the years, so do its tire choices. This particular group of Pirelli tires offers the kind of control, safety, ride quality and traction that are as perfect for the Mustang as mustard is for a hot dog. Shop Tires on SimpleTire.com Wrapping Up Automotive technology has come a long, long way since the Mustang hit the market in the mid 60s; for that matter, it’s come a long way since the Fox-body Mustang of the 90s. Tire technology has been right there the whole time, with tire companies like Pirelli working alongside automotive engineers to develop tires that will work the best with their systems. Regardless of what kind of Mustang you’re driving, there’s a Pirelli tire that has the sorts of features and performance that will make your driving experience safer, more confident and more fun. Tires that are engineered to work with modern suspensions and braking and can handle high speeds and allow you to push the handling envelope a little more -- that’s what you need to get your Mustang’s best ride.

By Jordan Aquistapace – November 18, 2020

Wheels X Wardrobe: BRABUS Built

On special occasions, a vehicle will roll off the production floor and make a significant impact on the automotive world, whether it is for mind-blowing performance or breathtaking design. The BRABUS G V12 900 is the result of a perfect combination of both factors, making it one of the fastest SUVs to touch the tarmac. The success of the model has lead BRABUS to create a clothing collection inspired by not only the brand itself but the G V12 900 as well. This week’s Wheels X Wardrobe focuses on pairing the perfect style by BRABUS for when you are behind the wheel of the super-SUV. Click the links below to shop any of the products and accessories featured in this special. Vehicle BRABUS G V12 900 MSRP $668,000 View All BRABUS For Sale Watch HYT FLOW Black Fluid $79,000 Shop Now Top BRABUS Cap "All Black" $70.77 Shop Now Maison Margiela Black Mykita Edition $575 Shop Now BRABUS Track Jacket $377.44 Shop Now BRABUS T-Shirt "Sketch" $153.33 Shop Now Bottom BRABUS Track Pants $353.85 Shop Now Footwear Balenciaga Triple S Sneakers $975 Shop Now Accessories GUCCI Red Quilted GG Wallet $395 Shop Now Neil Barrett Black Eco-Leather Backpack $655 Shop Now Away The Expandable Large Suitcase $345 Shop Now The BRABUS Built Breakdown 2020 BRABUS G V12 900 MSRP $668,000 HYT FLOW Black Fluid Watch $79,000 BRABUS Cap "All Black" $70.77 Maison Margiela Black Mykita Edition Sunglasses $575 BRABUS Track Jacket $377.44 BRABUS T-Shirt "Sketch" $153.33 BRABUS Track Pants $353.85 Balenciaga Triple S Sneakers $975 Gucci Red Quilted GG Wallet $395 Neil Barrett Black Eco-Leather Backpack $655 Away The Expandable Large Suitcase $345

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