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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 31, 2022

The Lamborghini Diablo VT Was Lamborghini's First 4WD Sup...

The Lamborghini Diablo is more than just a hero of its time. As the successor to the legendary and brand-defining Countach, the Lamborghini Diablo had very big shoes to fill. Equipped with Lamborghini’s famously powerful V12 engine, the Diablo set forth to carry on the brand’s incredible legacy, and it did just that, becoming an iconic moment in Lamborghini history and the automotive and pop culture world. However, as Lamborghini celebrates the V12 engine that brought the brand amazing success as the “pure” naturally aspirated V12 bows out from Lamborghini’s production portfolio with the Aventador Ultimae, the brand remembers that the Diablo was important for more than just its V12 engine or its quintessential Lamborghini style, and it contributed an entirely different innovation to Lamborghini’s history that is still important to the brand today: four-wheel-drive. MUST READ: Check The Spec: A 1-of-10 Lamborghini Murcielago Versace Edition Finished In Nero Aldebaran The Diablo was Lamborghini’s first supercar that offered four-wheel drive, and with nearly 600 horsepower coming from its V12 engine it was ahead of its time when it came to performance and dynamism and made quite a splash on January 21, 1990 when it was presented at Lamborghini Day at the Sporting in Monte Carlo. The Diablo was an incredible success for 11 years, and in 1993, the Diablo VT became the first Lamborghini supercar with four-wheel drive, with “VT” standing for “viscous traction.” It’s a legendary supercar that is more important to Lamborghini’s legacy and history than it sometimes gets credit for, and as the Aventador’s successor, which Lamborghini says will be fitted with a plug-in hybrid version of the V12 engine arrives, lessons learned and strides made with the Diablo are sure to play a part. View All Lamborghini Diablos For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 26, 2022

Two New Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4s Were Delivered To...

The new Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 arrived in the US through Monterey Car Week. With deliveries of the 112 units of the new recreation of Lamborghini’s legendary Countach underway at long last, two special examples of the car have reached American shores, and where and when they arrived to their clients made for a very special event. The delivery of these two examples of the Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 coincided with Monterey Car Week, one of the most anticipated parts of the annual automotive calendar. At this year’s Monterey Car Week, the two new cars were unveiled to a private audience at the Lamborghini Lounge Monterey. MUST READ: Manhattan Motorcars Unveils The New Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 In New York The two cars, which feature a hybrid-V12 powertrain with a total of 814 horsepower and a 0-60 time of less than 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 220 mph, also feature two unique colors, Bronzo Zante, and Luci Del Bosco. The two shades of brown featured on each Countach make those two cars the only North American examples to carry that color out of the 112 new Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 cars that will be made. Fast, rare, stunning, and unique, these two new Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4s are ready to be the crown jewels of their owners’ car collections. View All Lamborghinis For Sale Source: Lamborghini

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By Tyler Rampersaud – August 24, 2022

Manhattan Motorcars Unveils The New Lamborghini Countach ...

A big icon comes to the Big Apple. When it comes to just about anything a city can have, there are few places in the world like New York City. Whether it's culture, art, fashion, or food, New York seemingly has it all, and the same apparently goes for cars, especially since Manhattan Motorcars’ latest uncrating. Similar to New York among cities, the Lamborghini Countach, both old and new, has it all when it comes to cars. Performance, looks, luxury, and pop culture cachet are all assets that the Countach possesses in spades, and the concrete jungle was the perfect place for it to go for it to be unveiled to an enamored crowd by Manhattan Motorcars. Stradman's Car Collection: MUST SEE The new Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 was uncovered by Manhattan Motorcars to show off the car’s iconic white color scheme. The new Lamborghini Countach’s bold styling inspired by the original Countach, hybrid performance, use of Lamborghini’s legendary V12 engine, and rarity make it just as much of a timeless icon as the original, and with only 112 units of the Countach LPI 800-4 being made, the opportunity to see one in the flesh is an incredibly rare one, hence the big crowds at the uncrating event. Manhattan Motorcars is no stranger to the fast, the rare, and the beautiful when it comes to the automotive world. View All Lamborghins For Sale View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manhattan Motorcars Inc. (@manhattanmotorcars) Source: Instagram/Manhattan Motorcars

By Jordan Aquistapace – August 22, 2022

The Record-Breaking Pikes Peak Lamborghini Urus Perfomant...

The new king of the hill, seen on the Concept Lawn, is an iteration of the Urus Performante. Aside from displaying some of the most magnificent examples of past and present automobiles, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance offers the perfect venue to introduce new and futuristic creations. The concept lawn presents the latest and greatest in automotive excellence, with leading brands on-scene with concept examples that act as the start of something special. Automobili Lamborghini is proud to showcase the Urus Performante that set the record in the production SUV category on the track used during the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. The appearance took place at the center of the concept lawn during the 71st Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, just after its initial debut on Friday at The Quail: A Motorsport Gathering. MUST-READ: Lamborghini Urus Horsepower, Torque & 0-60 The Lamborghini Urus Performante first made history on August 10th with Pirelli test driver Simone Faggioli behind the wheel, tackling the 156 bends of Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in 10:32.064. Although the Urus Performante was not entered in the race, its time was recorded faster than the previous record-holding Bentley Bentayga by the official timekeepers. The new super-SUV features a camouflage wrap in addition to other safety-compliant characteristics for competition use. The new Lamborghini Urus Performante uses an upgraded 4.0-Liter Twin-Turbocharged V8 that produces 666 horsepower with a weight reduction of 103.6 pounds. View all current Lamborghini Urus examples for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle news and Monterey Car Week 2022 releases. VIEW ALL LAMBORGHINI URUS FOR SALE Source: Automobili Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 10, 2022

The Upcoming New Lamborghini Urus Model Set The SUV Recor...

The new Lamborghini Urus model is setting records before it’s even introduced itself. For a while, Lamborghini has made it clear that a new version of its incredibly popular, luxurious, and powerful Urus Super SUV is on the horizon, and with the Urus taking Lamborghini off the beaten path and out of its comfort zone as a brand, this new Urus is ready to prove with numbers that Lamborghini’s SUVs are as fearsomely strong on the track as its supercars. The venue chosen to achieve this feat was the track used for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, which is one of the most famed and important tracks in the rally world. A record at Pikes Peak is undeniably respected and the hill climb has been a challenge for drivers, cars, and brands the world over for over 100 years. MUST READ: Lamborghini Urus Engine, Specs & Prices Pirelli test driver Simone Faggioli was put behind the wheel of the still-camouflaged new Urus to take on the 156 turns on the 12.42-mile-long route, which was closed to traffic for the occasion and climb up to 14,115 feet to finish the race, and he was able to get there in 10 minutes and 32 seconds. Because this new Urus model has not made an official debut yet, it was not entered in the official race, but the time was recorded by official timekeepers of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, and it bested the previous non-race day manufacturer record for SUVs of 12:35.610, as well as the current race day record for SUVs of 10:49.902, which was set by Rhys Millen in a Bentley Bentayga in 2018. With its twin-turbocharged V8 engine and tires that are an evolution of the current Urus’ Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R set developed for SUVs to perform well on both dry and wet asphalt, the vehicle was standard besides safety modifications like a roll cage, race seats, and fire extinguisher. As the reveal and debut of the new Lamborghini Urus model approaches, it already has one of the automotive world’s greatest accolades to its name. View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 09, 2022

Lamborghini Reveals The Strategy Behind Its Biggest Finan...

Lamborghini is doing better than ever. Here’s why. In the past six months, Lamborghini experienced its most financially successful half-year ever, in the midst of a crisis that continues to plague the entire automotive industry. For this success, it credits a strong financial strategy, and Lamborghini’s Chief Financial Officer, Paolo Poma, shares a bit about that strategy, and what Lamborghini's plans are for the future. Due to the brand’s flexibility and response to the pandemic, Lamborghini has not only had a successful 2022 thus far, but managed to maintain growth throughout the two years of the pandemic, and continues to be on course to meet its goal of being “best in class,” with its sights set on annual profitability of 22 to 25 percent. MUST READ: Lamborghini Announces A New 8-Month NFT Campaign Called “The Epic Road Trip” One of the most important factors in Lamborghini’s recent success was the introduction of the Urus Super SUV, which was brought into the market at an opportune time to take full advantage of the world’s relatively newfound love for luxury performance SUVs at the highest echelon of the automotive industry. Since its introduction, Lamborghini has seen incredible new growth and success. As Lamborghini expands its product range, its goal is to replace old products with new ones that have higher profit margins. Along with that, Lamborghini pays careful attention to making sure it can manage the cost of growth as in any company, growth comes at a price. As car enthusiasts, Lamborghini’s growth and success mean seeing more of the brand’s incredible automobiles on the road, and as the year continues, Lamborghini surely has more to show. View All Lamborghinis For Sale

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 05, 2022

Lamborghini Announces A New 8-Month NFT Campaign Called "...

Lamborghini hits the road to continue its NFT journey. This year Lamborghini introduced its first NFT projects to the world, and after its success of those, the brand continues, collaborating with NFT PRO and INVNT.ATOM on its next NFT campaign, called “The Epic Road Trip.” Every month for eight months until March 2023, NFTs will be made available to collect detailing the journey of this road trip. The collection has 4 NFTs which will be released each month for 4 days in a row, which will then be available to purchase for 24 hours. The fourth NFT will only have 63 examples released, which is a favorite number for Lamborghini’s limited editions as it pays homage to the brand’s founding year, 1963. MUST READ: The First 6 Months Of 2022 Mark Lamborghini’s Best Half-Year Results Ever The story of the NFTs star Lamborghini’s cars as the protagonists, and the titular road trip starts on the Moon. After that, it crosses space and comes down to Earth, where it continues through iconic locations throughout the world. Those who wish to complete a collection will be rewarded for doing so, as at the end of the campaign, everyone who purchases all the monthly NFTs, whether that is the three regular NFTs or the three regular NFTs and the limited editions, will receive a special NFT. In addition, Lamborghini has other surprises in store, like digital artwork by Lamborghini Centro Stile for the campaign for those who purchase two complete monthly collections. For those who purchase the complete first four months of NFTs, Lamborghini will extend the opportunity for buyers to tour its Sant’Agata Bolognese headquarters. The first series of NFTs will be released starting on August 8 on nft.lamborghini.com. View All Lamborghinis For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 02, 2022

The First 6 Months Of 2022 Mark Lamborghini's Best Half-Y...

Lamborghini’s high performance translates to its sales. The fighting bull brand, despite a challenging world for the automotive industry, has enjoyed success early this year, and now that half the year is over, that success has continued and grown. Lamborghini has set a new record and concluded its best six months ever in terms of sales, turnover, and profitability. Deliveries increased by nearly 5 percent, but other key figures increased even more dramatically showing Lamborghini’s success as a purveyor of incredible performance cars and a lucrative business. MUST READ: The Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Debuts In Asphalt 9: Legends With An In-Game Competition Turnover reached €1.33 billion marking an increase of 30.6 percent, with an increase in operating profit of nearly 70 percent and an increase in operating margin to 31.9 percent as compared to 24.6 percent in the same period of 2021. Lamborghini credits these improvements to increased volumes and its strong product mix, increased customization, and favorable currency exchange rates. The Urus remains responsible for a majority of sales at 61 percent, while the Huracan and Aventador accounted for 39 percent, with the Aventador having concluded production. The Huracan Tecnica entered the market with its high power, rear-wheel drive, and everyday luxury to a very successful reception. In August, Lamborghini plans to start announcing 3 new products that will be announced this year, two of them being Urus-related and one being Huracan-related. View All Lamborghinis For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 01, 2022

The Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Debuts In Asphalt 9: L...

The title “Legends” makes Asphalt 9 a perfect place for the Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4. A legacy nearly half a century old provides the context for Lamborghini’s incredible Countach LPI 800-4, and it makes what is already an amazing car even more special. The car, limited to 112 units, is an homage to one of the most iconic Lamborghinis ever made, the Countach that defined the brand’s signature bold, angular design, scissor doors, and of course, amazing V12 performance. That V12 is soon leaving not only Lamborghini but the automotive industry as a whole, and the Countach LPI 800-4 is one of the final celebrations of the magic that is a V12 engine. MUST READ: The Best Lamborghinis You Can Buy Today To preserve its legacy, Gameloft and Lamborghini have introduced the Countach LPI 800-4 to the world of Asphalt 9: Legends. To celebrate the introduction of the car to the game, an in-game competition has been created dedicated to the Countach. In the first stage of the competition, contestants will enter qualifying trials to get the fastest lap time, and in the Grand Finals, which whoever earns the best lap time will be entered into, contestants will participate in a double elimination race to determine who will compete in the iOS Final, which will be live streamed on Lamborghini’s social media channels. Asphalt 9 also features the Terzo Millennio, the Huracan EVO Spyder, and the Essenza SCV12. Starting today, players will be able to get behind the wheel of the Countach, which boasts its status as the most powerful road-going Lamborghini ever. It’s a car that is a legend for reasons relating to both the past and the future, which is why Asphalt 9: Legends, is the perfect place for it to shine. View All Lamborghinis For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 29, 2022

Automobili Lamborghini Opens Its Newest Dealership Showro...

The totally renewed location features a state-of-the-art design to showcase the beauty behind its lineup of Italian supercars. While Automobili Lamborghini finds itself as a household name, the Italian supercar manufacturer continues its reign by opening more dealerships around the world. Gracing new roads with Italian design and performance, Lamborghini aims to deliver its one-of-a-kind driving experience through modern locations that embody the brand's signature global corporate identity. Automobili Lamborghini is now proud to announce the official opening of its newest dealership showroom in Munich, Germany. Yesterday, an opening celebration took place on site with Chairman/CEO Stephan Winkelmann and Managing Director MAHAG Sportwagen Martin Lohmann in attendance. The two Lamborghini heads expressed their excitement for the new location, defining Munich as the perfect major city with an affinity for Italian sports cars. MUST-READ: Rapper Playboi Carti Picks Up His New Widebody Lamborghini Urus From Wires Only Lamborghini Munich resides at Leonrodstrasse 44, 80636 Munich, (Germany), sporting a modern 5,103 square foot facility designed to house new Lamborghini models, pre-owned inventory, and a service center. Offering a high level of customer service, guests can expect to learn more about the brand and its product line through experiences like Lamborghini’s Ad Personam. The custom configuration program features a dedicated area that allows owners the opportunity to build their dream Lamborghini using unlimited paint options as well as leather, special stitching, carbon fiber elements, and many other exclusive options. With the addition of its Munich location, Lamborghini now proudly operates under 10 dealerships in Germany, 74 in the EMEA region, and 174 worldwide. View all current Lamborghini inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle and Automobili Lamborghini news. VIEW ALL LAMBORGHINI FOR SALE Source: Automobili Lamborghini

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