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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 – August 19, 2026

Hennessey's $2.5M Blackbird Hypercar Sells Out in Just Four Hours

Monterey Car Week has become more than a gathering of incredible cars. It’s also one of the best places to get a look at where the automotive world is headed, with manufacturers and bespoke builders using events like The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering to show off what’s next. This year, Hennessey brought something that looked firmly toward the future while taking a few cues from the past.The Hennessey Blackbird made its global public debut at The Quail, and it didn’t take long for collectors to make their interest known. Just four hours after the reveal, all 71 examples of the new Hennessey hypercar had been spoken for, with every car contracted and backed by a deposit. More than 60 had already been pre-sold before Monterey Car Week even started, leaving only a handful of allocations available when the covers came off. Those final build slots disappeared shortly after the unveiling, while a growing wait list has already formed behind them.With the Blackbird, Hennessey has focused on making the driver the center of the experience. The cabin is completely screen-free, while a six-speed manual transmission connects the driver directly to an all-new naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 developed with Ilmor Engineering. Hennessey is targeting between 800 and 850 horsepower, with the engine expected to rev past 9,000 rpm. Performance targets include a 0-60 mph time of 2.5 seconds and a top speed of 220 mph.With a starting price of $2.5 million before taxes, the Blackbird was never going to be an ordinary addition to the garage. It also marks the third hypercar from Hennessey Special Vehicles, following the Venom GT and Venom F5. But the speed at which the Blackbird sold out suggests its popularity goes beyond exclusivity. At a time when many of the world’s fastest cars are becoming increasingly tech-driven, Hennessey has bet that there is still a serious market for a naturally aspirated V8, manual transmission, and an experience built around actually driving the car. Monterey Car Week gave collectors the perfect place to prove it and put a deposit on it. Source: Hennessey Special Vehicles

By Jordan Aquistapace – August 06, 2026

Hennessey's New 1,000HP MAXIMUS Is Inspired by the Ram SRT-10

It seems like now, more than ever, performance trucks have become one of the industry's most competitive segments, with nearly every major manufacturer building a high-powered pickup of its own. And while trucks like the supercharged RAM 1500 TRX helped reignite mainstream interest in the niche, it's earlier icons like the Dodge Ram SRT-10 that deserve the credit for pushing the boundaries when no one else really was. As RAM revealed the 1500 Rumble Bee series as an homage to its roots, Hennessey Performance is doing the same with the all-new MAXIMUS. Rather than adding another high-horsepower off-road build to their lineup, Hennessey is tapping into the beloved street-truck scene with the MAXIMUS, based on the 777-horsepower Rumble Bee SRT. Although its DNA remains strictly modern, inspiration leans heavily on the Viper V10-powered Ram SRT-10, along with Hennessey creations like the Venom 650R Viper. MAXIMUS’ lowered, more aggressive stance and widened wheel arches, massive fixed rear wing, lightweight wheels, and performance tires make it the perfect evolution of what we all believed was one of the coolest trucks of the mid-2000s.RAM gave Hennessey a great start point when it comes to performance, powering the Rumble Bee SRT with a 777-horsepower 6.2L supercharged Hellcat V8. From there, Hennessey Performance performs its magic from its Texas headquarters, upgrading engine components and tuning the ECU to make an impressive 1,000 horsepower. And with a lowered ride height and plenty of downforce, the Hennessey MAXIMUS has an estimated top speed of 200mph. With a pre-production model complete and road-ready, Hennessey Performance will begin production at the beginning of Q1 2027. And if you'r8 in search of the truck that started it all, check out all the Dodge Ram SRT-10 trucks for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below RAM SRT-10 Inventory Source: Hennessey Performance

Hennessey Unveils The New Manual Blackbird Hypercar

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 03, 2026

Hennessey Unveils New Blackbird Hypercar

Hennessey has enjoyed a meteoric rise as an all-American high-performance specialist, going from creating modified Dodge Vipers to breaking world records with its stunning hypercars, and still unlocking incredible power and performance potential in staple American sports cars, trucks, and SUVs. When it comes to Hennessey’s hypercars, however, the story so far is that the Venom GT and the Venom F5 have combined American high-performance V8 brawn with ultra-lightweight, racing-focused construction to shatter the world’s standards of speed and performance. Even after breaking lap records and defying conventions with its use of a twin-turbo V8 alone, the Venom F5 has only continued to push the engineering envelope. Recently, the Venom F5 “Evolution” introduced a new 2,031-horsepower twin-turbo V8 engine, and at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, Hennessey unveiled the new Venom F5-M, a manual roadster Venom F5 with the 2,031-horsepower engine, which makes it the most powerful manual hypercar in the world. Only twelve examples of the masterpiece will be made, each priced from $2.65 million. Now, the cherished Texas-based performance powerhouse is opening yet another chapter in its hypercar legacy, and it’s an all-new model that marks the third Hennessey hypercar in the lineage since the Venom GT and the Venom F5. It’s called the Blackbird, and it represents a commitment from Hennessey to analog and purist-focused collector-worthy hypercars. It not only features a six-speed gated manual transmission, but it also features a new naturally aspirated V8 engine. <- Gallery -> Its namesake is the legendary Lockheed SR-71 “Blackbird” aircraft, and the new Hennessey Blackbird is inspired by the aircraft’s purposeful-yet-beautiful design and engineering authenticity. A purist, analog alternative to an increasingly high-tech and electrified hypercar landscape, the new Hennessey Blackbird features a 6.2-liter, naturally aspirated V8 engine, developed in collaboration with Ilmor Engineering. Targeting between 800 and 850 horsepower, the Blackbird is decidedly touring-focused in comparison to its earth-shattering counterparts. Despite that, the Blackbird is no slouch. Its engine aims to rev to a lofty 9,000 rpm, with a targeted 0-60 time of just 2.5 seconds, and it will hit a top speed of 220 mph. With a new bespoke carbon fiber tub, a targeted weight of under 3,000 pounds, several driver-focused features, and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires are part of the promise of a gratifying driving experience for the new Hennessey Blackbird. About the new Blackbird, Hennessey founder and CEO John Hennessey said, “From the beginning, Blackbird was guided by a simple idea: to deliver an analog experience where beauty and drama define every moment. This is not a numbers car. We set out to create an unparalleled emotional experience, from the first time you see it to the moment you take the wheel and feel the connection between driver and machine.” Hennessey says that production of the Venom F5 is set to conclude by 2028, and that the Blackbird will be the next cornerstone program for Hennessey Special Vehicles. With a new touring-focused approach to its design and an analog, purist-focused ethos that will speak to generations of drivers, enthusiasts, and collectors to come, the new manual, naturally aspirated Hennessey Blackbird hypercar is a legend in the making. View All Hennessey For Sale Image Source: Hennessey Special Vehicles

The New Hennessey Venom F5-M Is The World’s Most Powerful Manual Hypercar

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 06, 2026

Hennessey Unveils World’s Most Powerful Manual Hypercar

When it was first introduced, the Hennessey Venom F5 sent shockwaves through the automotive industry with its unprecedented performance and engineering. With over 1,800 horsepower coming from a twin-turbo V8 alone, the Venom F5 set a target of reaching a 300-mph top speed and also looked towards other performance crowns, especially as more variants of the all-American hypercar icon were revealed. However, a new chapter was opened for the Texas-grown hypercar recently, as the “Evolution” variant of the Hennessey Venom F5 introduced a new level of power, giving the car 2,031 horsepower from its 6.6-liter twin-turbo “Fury” V8 engine. Now, ahead of the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Hennessey has announced that the Evolution’s immense level of power has been combined with one of the most important purist-focused features a car can have, and the new Hennessey Venom F5-M is the most powerful manual hypercar in the world. Not only does the new Venom F5-M combine over 2,000 horsepower with a manual transmission, specifically a gated six-speed manual, but it also comes with the Roadster body style, adding visceral open-top driving thrill to the equation. The new hypercar will make its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed’s Supercar Paddock, and it will also take on the iconic Goodwood Hillclimb twice a day throughout the four days of the festival. With professional racing driver Alex Brundle behind the wheel, the hill runs will be the dynamic debut of one of the most exciting, purist-focused, and unabashed expressions of all-American performance ever. <- Gallery -> About the new hypercar, Hennessey founder and CEO, John Hennessey, said, “We’ve always believed the Venom F5 delivers the most intense performance experience on the planet – but with the F5-M, we’ve gone even further. A gated six-speed manual puts the driver completely in control, while the open-top design brings the Fury V8 sound directly into the cockpit. The noise, the feel, and the power delivery are raw and unfiltered – it’s the most all-consuming driving experience we’ve created!” Unique design elements set the new Venom F5-M apart, as well, including a 55-inch dorsal fin, with hand-painted flag graphics that celebrate Hennessey’s American heritage and the owner’s British nationality, as well as an interior that is dedicated to the manual driving experience. Only 12 examples of the new Venom F5-M Roadster will be made, and each will be bespoke. The first, debuting at Goodwood, belongs to a UK customer, and it utilized Hennessey’s ‘Maverick’ bespoke department to add special touches like a 24-karat gold nose badge, as well as badging and embroidery with his family name. Carrying a price of $2.65 million before taxes, the new Hennessey Venom F5-M Roadster sets new standards in the world of hypercars, combining over 2,000 horsepower from a 6.6-liter twin-turbo V8, unassisted by electrification, with an open-top body and a manual transmission. The result is one of the most exclusive, collector-worthy, and enthusiast-catered hypercars of all time, powered by all-American performance engineering. View All Hennessey For Sale Image Source: Hennessey Performance

2023 Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution Coupe Listed For Sale

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 30, 2026

Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution For Sale

Hennessey is one of the most prestigious American names in the automotive world, with a repertoire of modified performance machines, reimaginations of the country’s favorite automotive icons, and hypercars with marvelous engineering that is rewriting the standards of performance excellence. One of the most exclusive and talked-about creations from Hennessey is the Hennessey Venom F5 lineup, the record-breaking hypercar from the Texas-based manufacturer that is seeking to exceed 300 mph in top speed. With power coming from Hennessey’s “Fury” 6.6-liter twin-turbocharged V8, the Venom F5 boasts over 1,800 horsepower, and its Revolution variant imbues it with an even more driver-focused and track-ready character than the standard hypercar. Only 24 examples of the Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution were made available globally, making it one of the most covetable and exclusive hypercars on the market, and one is currently listed for sale on duPont REGISTRY. The source for supercars since 1985, duPont REGISTRY specializes in some of the world’s most exclusive cars, like this 2023 Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution Coupe for sale. It’s available at RAFA Motors Houston in Houston, Texas, and it features a unique exterior finish called “Carbon Fade.” A gradient finish, the exterior transitions from Liquid Silver at the front to exposed carbon fiber at the back. <- Gallery -> Inside, the vehicle features black leather upholstery with exposed carbon fiber throughout and blue accents, which nod to the blue brake calipers that also serve as a unique accent. A large rear wing and aggressive aerodynamics suggest its high-performance intentions, and its striking silhouette and low production numbers ensure its eye-catching panache. If you’re interested in owning this ultra-exclusive, ultra-powerful hypercar, click below to view the listing and also explore financing solutions with duPont REGISTRY Finance, powered by LLP Exotic Auto Finance. View Listing

Hennessey Celebrates 35 Years With Ultra-Exclusive Mustang

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 08, 2026

New 1-of-35 Hennessey ‘Super Venom’ Mustang Revealed

Based in Sealy, Texas, Hennessey is responsible for manufacturing groundbreaking hypercars, along with high-performance customizations of trucks, SUVs, and sports cars, all with American performance excellence at the heart of its efforts. It was 35 years ago in 1991 when John Hennessey first founded the performance firm, and a new, ultra-rare custom Ford Mustang from Hennessey has been created to mark the milestone anniversary. Since its inception, Hennessey quickly made a mark on the performance world at hallowed automotive venues like the Bonneville Salt Flats and Pikes Peak, and entered a new realm of performance in the 2000s when the record-breaking Hennessey Venom GT hypercar was unveiled. Since then, Hennessey has also unveiled the Venom GT’s successor, the Venom F5, which is still setting new standards for performance and redefining the potential of American automotive engineering. To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the brand, Hennessey has now unveiled a new ‘Super Venom’ Mustang. With several upgrades made to the 5.0-liter V8 under the Mustang’s hood, the power increased by 70 percent, going from 500 horsepower to a massive 850 horsepower. In addition, the car features a ‘VenomAero’ carbon‑fiber performance kit, enhancing the cooling and handling capabilities of the car while imparting signature Hennessey style. <- Gallery -> The new 35th anniversary Super Venom Mustang will only see 35 examples made, and each will feature a “91” hood graphic, in reference to the year when Hennessey was founded. As Hennessey continues to grow, its dedication to American performance excellence will continue to result in incredible custom vehicles and hypercars, including the new ultra-exclusive Super Venom Mustang. View All Ford Mustang For Sale Image Source: Hennessey

Hennessey Unveils New VelociRaptor 1200 F‑250 To Celebrate 250 Years Of USA

By duPont REGISTRY – February 06, 2026

Hennessey’s Latest Performance Truck Honors 250 Years Of Independence

Hennessey is a well-known and celebrated name within the automotive industry, and it’s especially recognizable for its commitment to all-American performance engineering, including groundbreaking hypercars that rely purely on V8 ICE power to achieve nearly unprecedented performance capabilities, and customized versions of American staples that achieve incredible performance through Hennessey’s tweaks. The latest is the new Hennessey VelociRaptor 1200 Ford F-250, a transformation of Ford’s immense F-250 truck that, serendipitously, arrives just in time to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence since 1776. It’s based on the F-250 Lariat, with its 6.7‑liter High Output V8 Turbo Diesel engine that produces an immense 1,200 lb/ft of torque, and enhances it with various changes made to its interior and styling. An upgraded suspension system with five inches of lift offers greater off-road capability compared to the standard car, and it pairs with lightweight wheels and 37-inch tires, while various carbon fiber components throughout enhance the truck’s aggressive aesthetic in signature Hennessey style. The interior is also enhanced with custom leather and Alcantara upholstery, with red accent stitching, and a custom plaque indicating the truck’s part in a limited series of just 250 examples. Unveiled at this year’s NADA show in Las Vegas, Nevada, the new Hennessey VelociRaptor 1200 F-250 is a unique celebration of 250 years of American independence. View All Ford F-250 For Sale Image Source: Hennessey

A person dressed as Santa Claus drives a 196-MPH Hennessey sports car with a Christmas tree secured on the roof, showcasing holiday spirit down an empty road.

By Tyler Rampersaud – December 22, 2025

Hennessey Showcases 196-MPH Corvette ZR1 Christmas Tree Run

Hennessey brings the Holiday spirit in its signature American high-performance style. Known for its signature all-American engineering know-how, its legendary hypercars, and its high-performance customizations of American staples, Texas-based Hennessey has enjoyed a meteoric rise in prominence within the automotive industry as a purveyor of performance. As the holiday season reaches its fever pitch this year, Hennessey decided to use an incredible all-American supercar to create an unforgettable holiday spectacle. That is what Hennessey is calling the “Fastest Christmas Tree Run Ever,” and it was completed with the C8 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, which boasts over 1,000 horsepower. The seventh Christmas Tree Run created by Hennessey, the car reached 196 mph with a 5.5-foot Christmas tree attached to the roof, complete with festive ribbon and holiday lights attached. The speed bested Hennessey’s own Venom 1000 Mustang, which reached a speed of 192 mph during 2022’s Christmas Tree Run. " width="680"> Starting in 2017, the Christmas Tree Run has become a high-octane Hennessey holiday tradition, and the video of this year’s run is available to watch now on YouTube. Combining the manufacturer’s expertise in American performance with season’s greetings, the 2025 Hennessey Christmas Tree Run with the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is one of the most exciting ones yet. View All Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 For Sale Image Source: Hennessey

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By Jordan Aquistapace – September 11, 2025

Hennessey Expands Texas Factory to Boost Hypercar, Muscle...

Hennessey has broken ground on a major expansion at its Texas headquarters to keep up with rising demand for its hypercars, muscle cars, and high-performance trucks. The $15+ million project will more than double the size of the company’s facility to over 100,000 square feet, allowing production to increase to around 2,000 vehicles a year. Scheduled to open in spring 2026, the new space will also bring painting and composite manufacturing in-house, streamlining the process for builds like the Venom F5 hypercar and upfitted trucks such as the VelociRaptor 1000 and Venom 800. The company has been steadily growing its output in recent years. After building and delivering over 560 vehicles in 2024, Hennessey expects production to reach 900 in 2025 and more than 1,300 in 2026. The expansion will also add up to 80 new jobs by the end of 2026. Along with the factory growth, Hennessey’s Tuner School, a program that trains technicians in performance engineering, will gain its own 10,000-square-foot building, giving students more space for both classroom instruction and hands-on learning. Based just outside of Houston in Sealy, Texas, Hennessey has grown from a small performance shop into a global name with over 18,000 customers. Its vehicles are available through a network of Ford, Ram, Chevrolet, and GMC dealers, where buyers can purchase upgraded trucks and SUVs directly off showroom floors. With this new facility, the company is preparing to keep pace with demand while continuing to build the vehicles it has become known for. Source: Hennessey Special Vehicles

A gold Hennessey Venom F5 convertible with black accents is parked on a coastal road overlooking rocky cliffs and the ocean.

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 15, 2025

New One-Off 2,031HP Manual Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution ...

This one-off may well be the greatest expression of Hennessey engineering excellence yet. Hennessey is proudly one of the world’s final bastions of unabashed American performance engineering, with a lineup of pure combustion-powered custom vehicles with incredible performance, and a series of hypercars that have redefined the benchmarks of high performance not only for American cars, but for the automotive industry as a whole. Thanks to its lightweight construction, purely speed-focused engineering, and its 6.6-liter twin-turbo “Fury” V8 engine, the Hennessey Venom F5 is one of the most incredible hypercars currently on the market. The Hennessey Venom F5 family continues to grow, with an open-top variant, a further-distilled track-focused variant, a manual version, and more. However, a new chapter was previewed when Hennessey announced that a new Venom F5 “Evolution” was on the way. With 2,031 horsepower on tap, the capabilities of the Fury engine, which were already incredible before, became simply unfathomable in the case of the new F5 Evolution. Now, Hennessey is creating its most captivating purist-focused hypercar yet, a new one-off variant of the Venom F5 Revolution dubbed the “LF.” The new hypercar has also heralded the establishment of Hennessey’s new “Maverick” division, a new outfit within the iconic house that specializes in creating painstaking, uncompromising bespoke customer commissions. The new Venom F5 Revolution LF is named after its owner, Louis Florey, who specified even the most minute details when it came to commissioning the new masterpiece, including a unique aerodynamic package and a body clad in Cocoa Brown exposed carbon fiber. With an all-new carbon fiber tub, the LF combines the Evolution’s 2,031-horsepower twin-turbo V8 engine with the track-focused aspects of the F5 Revolution and the open-top body style of the Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster. With those aspects coming together, the Venom F5 Revolution LF is already the most unique Venom F5 yet, but it’s one other detail that makes it one of the most special hypercars in today’s automotive landscape: a six-speed gated manual transmission. With the LF being the first car to emerge from the new Maverick division, future builds will see a select number of Hennessey clients get the opportunity to work directly with the manufacturer to create deeply personal and unique Venom F5 builds that will stand the test of time as collector gems for generations, and with Monterey Car Week serving as the venue for the public debut of the new production-spec Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution, an exciting new era is beginning for the brand as a whole. View All Hennessey For Sale Image Source: Hennessey

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