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

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Lamborghini news from duPont REGISTRY News, updated daily, covering the V12 hybrid Revuelto, the Temerario and the Urus, one of the biggest names in luxury SUV news. Our reporting runs across reveals, first drives, one-off builds and the auction results that set values. We also follow the earlier cars, from the Countach through to the Veneno. Many sites carry supercar news, but very few carry it beside live listings. A great many of the Lamborghinis covered here are listed for sale on duPont REGISTRY, so the reporting and a real asking price appear together. For Lamborghini news today, start with the stories below.

By Edward Jones – August 06, 2019

Tattoo Guru "Doctor Woo" Customizes Lamborghini Huracan E...

https://www.instagram.com/p/B01I_4qFyLo/ Doctor Woo is one of the world's most popular tattoo artists out there, and for good reason. Many know him for his work with celebrities in Los Angeles, but what defines him more than that is his work itself. His tattoos can easily be spotted amongst a sea of others thanks to his extremely intricate style. His single-needle tattoos feature thin lines that are placed with absolute precision. They really are beautiful pieces of art. Lamborghini has recognized Doctor Woo's artwork and actually had him "ink" up a new Huracan EVO Spyder. The result is a convertible super that has a celestial design that's unlike anything I've ever seen on a car. Lines in the design are just as precise as his tattoos and it all fits beautiful on the car's body. I'm going to be honest when I say this is one of the coolest art cars I've seen in a while. What do you guys think? Let me know in the comments below! see all lamborghinis for sale https://www.instagram.com/p/B0tyNknH2Lr/

By Andrew Nabors – August 05, 2019

Lamborghini Lounge Opens in Porto Cervo

When you hear someone mention an Italian island, Sicily is usually involved. But Italy has another island that is just as beautiful. Sardinia is one of the largest islands in the Mediterranean, and it enjoys perfect weather year-round. On the northern end lies a historic port, as it offers the shortest distance to the mainland. Because it is a playground for the fashion world and mega-yacht owners, the latest Lamborghini Lounge has opened in Porto Cervo. Much like their first lounge in Manhattan, it is a trendy yet informal exhibition of Haute Couture along with the latest Lamborghini models. Chief Marketing Officer Katia Bassi said: " The aim of this intimate and luxurious venue is to develop a vibrant bond between visitors and our brand, highlighting Lamborghini DNA and our new products. Following the Lounges created in New York, Los Angeles, Tokyo, Melbourne and Monterey, our Porto Cervo destination also fully interprets the key values of the brand, including Informal Luxury. Our customers love to enhance their leisure time in the spirit of informal style, yet without forgoing elegance and exclusiveness, which they will find here.” It is almost 6,460 square feet, and host to a new Huracan EVO Coupe & Spyder. The Aventador SVJ takes center-stage and the Urus is open for all to see. Clothing and accessories are on sale, and enthusiasts can become immersed in a 50th Anniversary Exhibition. We wish more manufacturers would follow their lead, but it is this level of dedication that keeps Lamborghini at the forefront of exotic car brands. Click the link below to experience the Huracan Evo, and stay with us for all your Lamborghini news. Browse Lamborghini Huracan For Sale " width="680">

By Andrew Nabors – July 31, 2019

Lamborghini Leads Huracán EVO Expedition into the Arctic

It is essential to have confidence in the abilities of your car. What good is a Swiss Army Knife if you don't know what its capable of? You will never approach the limits of a Lamborghini on public roads or even some of the world's best race tracks. That is why the Lamborghini Aventura series seeks out remote and scenic locations, places normal cars would fear to tread. To escape the summer heatwave, Lamborghini led a Huracan EVO expedition into the arctic. The Lofoten Islands are a scenic archipelago situated well above the Arctic Circle. As one of Norway's hidden treasures, this former Viking stronghold enjoys nice weather year-round thanks to the Gulf Stream. They are connected to the mainland by scenic bridges and deep underwater tunnels. This allowed the 7 new Huracan EVOs made stops at fishing villages and along the fjords. In total, they covered nearly 400 miles without any incidents or accidents, and we wish we were invited. To see what makes the Huracan EVO such a great traveling companion, click the link below and stay with us for all your Lamborghini news. Find Your Lamborghini Huracan Here! " width="680"> Related:

By Edward Jones – June 12, 2019

Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato is REAL and It Looks Amazing...

https://www.instagram.com/p/BynBJsHFgIs/ The Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato was announced as a concept vehicle. This usually leads people to believe that a working example of the car will never come to life. I hated thinking that I would never see the Huracan Sterrato in action, because, let's face it, a Huracan rally car is a dream car. Thankfully, Lamborghini actually has a working example of the Huracan Sterrato and yes, it can go off-roading. Don't believe me? Check out the Instagram images in this article from Mitja Borkert's Instagram account. He just happens to be the Head of Design at Lamborghini Centro Stile, Lamborghini's design center. There's also a video up above of the Huracan Sterrato in action. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bynk_s8C6dG/ In the images, we see that Lamborghini wasn't shy when it came to taking the Huracan Sterrato off-road. Mud. Dirt. Spinning tires. Sideways corners. It's all there. Now, where do we go from here? How about a Lamborghini rally racing series that pits these cars against each other. Think Super Trofeo series, but with a lot more dirt. I'll be the first to buy season tickets to watch that. See All Lamborghini Huracans For Sale https://www.instagram.com/p/BynFjmxCjdP/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BynEzwgiJ-U/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BynFYffiDh2/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BynlgyICAzS/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BynFLoqCdjc/ Images via Instagram/@mitjaborkert

By Edward Jones – June 04, 2019

Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato: The Lamborghini Rally Car W...

Want to know what the world needs? A Lamborghini rally car. Thankfully, the Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato has been introduced, which fulfills that need. This new off-road supercar is a concept developed by Lamborghini based on the V10 Huracan. For power, it relies on the same 5.2-liter V10 engine that the Huracan EVO uses, meaning it has 640 horsepower on tap. The Huracan Sterrato also borrows the Huracan EVO's LDVI (Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo Integrata), four-wheel drive an more. Unlike the Huracan EVO, the Huracan Sterrato has everything optimized for off-road use. See All Lamborghini Huracans For Sale As you can see from the images, this car is clearly built for rough use off of the beaten path. Lamborghini increased its ground clearance by 1.85-inches and its wheel track by 1.18-inches. Thanks to these adjustments, larger 20-inch wheels with off-road tires could be fitted. Underneath, Lamborghini added aluminum reinforcements for when the terrain is just too rugged. There's also an aluminum skid plate and side skirts. For the bodywork, Lamborghini made sure that the composites were tough enough to deflect any errant stones. As with any off-road vehicle, the Huracan Sterrato has mudguards and an LED off-road light package. In the package is a roof-mounted LED light bar and LED bumper lights. “The Huracán Sterrato illustrates Lamborghini’s commitment to being a future shaper: a super sports car with off-road capabilities, the Sterrato demonstrates the Huracán’s versatility and opens the door to yet another benchmark of driving emotion and performance,” said Maurizio Reggiani, Chief Technical Officer of Automobili Lamborghini. “Lamborghini’s R&D and design teams are constantly exploring new opportunities and delivering the unexpected as a core characteristic of our DNA, challenging possibilities while inspired by Lamborghini brand heritage.” For now, the Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato is simply a concept car, but I wouldn't be surprised if this came to life in some fashion. With Lamborghini pushing further off-road, thanks to the Urus, an off-road supercar built for something like rally racing isn't too far-fetched. See All Lamborghinis For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – May 02, 2019

2019 Huracan Season: Be Prepared

California has fires and earthquakes. Here on the east coast, we have a bit of a wetter problem. You see, Florida has a tendency to get beat up by tropical storms. Now, in the month of May, we have less than a month until Hurricane Season starts (June 1-November 30). But maybe you don't need food or water to prepare yourself. Maybe you just need a V10 powered Lamborghini Huracan. Are you ready for Huracan Season? The Lamborghini Huracan is the Spanish translation for the strongest storms ever recorded. But since they come with different shapes and intensities, we decided to clear things up for you. Many people ask us what's the difference in Lamborghini Huracan models? Well hang on an hunker down, were heading for the eyewall. To surpass its predecessor, Lamborghini took a clean-sheet approach to replace the Gallardo. After a decade on the market, no less than 14,022 examples were sold. So the Huracan needed to blow everyone away. To make it stronger and lighter, it was decided to cooperate with Audi to share the chassis with a new R8. This is nothing new, as the Lamborghini Gallardo and the 1st generation Audi R8 share a majority of parts. They devised an aluminum spaceframe with areas of high-strength steel and composites. You must take this into consideration, sometimes drivers prefer the Audi R8 for sale due to the relaxed handling when compared to its Italian cousin. If you can handle your neighborhood being obliterated, there are 8 versions of the Lamborghini Huracan for sale. To give you potent purchasing power, let's start with what they have in common. Every Lamborghini Huracan engine is a 5.2L naturally aspirated V10. Their output ranges between 580 to 640 horsepower, and they have proven to be very reliable. If you are curious of the Lamborghini Huracan transmission, they are all 7-speed dual clutch gearboxes. Lamborghini Huracan LP 610-4 (2014-2018) The first production models arrived in 2014 with 610 metric horsepower and all wheel drive. It was their first model to have all-LED lighting and GM's MagneRide suspension. This allowed the car to instantly adapt to changes in grip, and it offers incredible comfort in Street mode. They will reach 62 mph in 3.2 seconds with a top speed of 201 mph. Weight is competitive, at 3,424 lbs Lamborghini Huracan LP 610-4 Spyder (2016-2018) In order to remove the roof, engineers had to make several reinforcements to the chassis. The engine and transmission were unchanged, but the car gained 265 lbs in the process. This makes it 0.2 seconds slower to 62 mph. The car is just as composed as the coupe, and the top is well insulated. Browse Huracan Spyder For Sale Lamborghini Huracan 580-2 (2016-Present) Some people just don't like All Wheel Drive. That's why Lamborghini removed the front differential, axles, and the transfer case. Losing them cut over 400 lbs, slimming down to 3,062 lbs. Because the rear axles get all the power, the engine was dialed back to 580 horsepower. Subtle styling changes set it apart from the AWD cars. This allowed it to offer nearly identical performance because the power-to-weight ratio was very close to the AWD cars. A convertible version followed soon after, but the Huracan LP 580-2 Spyder gained weight. Their major appeal was a Lamborghini Huracan MSRP that was 40,000 cheaper than the AWD models. Lamborghini chose to update their styling in 2019, changing the name to Huracan RWD Coupe & Spyder Lamborghini Huracan LP 640-4 Performante (2017-Present) The most powerful storm is a Category 5. They destroy everything and leave you without power or water. It hit us without warning. Nobody knew Lamborghini was building a monster. Spending countless hours in a wind tunnel, they patented their "ALA" or active aerodynamic system. It allowed them to break the production car lap record at the Nurburgring, knocking the Porsche 918 out of 1st place. Squeezing every ounce of power from the V10, it makes 631 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. The chassis was stiffened for more grip, and the springs are 10 % stiffer. It reaches 60 mph in 2.8 seconds and has a top speed of 218 mph. Keeping with tradition, the Lamborghini Huracan Performante Spyder arrived in 2018. Like the other Spyders, it is 276 lbs heavier. Top speed is 202 mph, and it is one-tenth slower in acceleration tests. Browse Huracan Performante For Sale 2019 Lamborghini Huracan Evo Taking lessons learned on the Performante, the Huracan Evo is the first example of the 2nd generation. Lamborghini revised so many aspects of the car, it is essentially a new model. It uses the engine and driveline from the Performante, and the interior is all-new. You won't believe it, but it also has a Spyder! Sure the styling and interior are new, but the real secret is in the programming. Instead of separate computers for handling, traction control and rear-steering, every command comes from one processor. Not only does the car respond faster, you now have torque vectoring . No matter what model you choose, you will be making a great decision. Don't let the weather bother you, you can leave the storm behind with peace of mind. View All Lamborghini Huracan For Sale " width="680">

By Andrew Nabors – March 25, 2019

Lamborghini Huracan Performante vs Oak Tree

No matter how strong your car is, trees usually win. Such was the unfortunate case this weekend as multiple spectators witnessed a Lamborghini Huracan Performante vs an oak tree. HR Owen is an exotic car dealer that organized a supercar meet, and typical tomfoolery ensued. YouTube channels Supercars on the streets and F1 YMS caught this action from multiple angles. What we see is a Lamborghini Huracan Performante vs an oak tree. After lining up next to another Performante, the driver chooses to launch headlong into a sweeping corner. The drop in elevation probably hid a concrete divider for the turn lane. An old-fashioned over-correction transformed this masterpiece into a pile of parts. As you might know, lifting off throttle in an evasive turn will put your car on spin cycle, so perhaps this was a laundry pod challenge. Aside from some missing bark, the tree seems ok. As always, don't be stupid on the street, keep it at the track. Needless to say, Lamborghini is running extra shifts to keep up with demand, so click the link below to find a new one for yourself. Shop Lamborghini Huracan " width="680"> Related: Top Crashes of 2018 Story of a Crashed Rental Huracan

By Andrew Nabors – March 25, 2019

Stock Lamborghini Huracan LP580-2 Top Speed Run

If you need to push your car to its limits, our friend Johnny Bohmer has 2.7 miles of the world's flattest surface. After proving to NASA he would take good care of the Shuttle Landing Facility, manufacturers and aftermarket companies recognize the Johnny Bohmer Proving Grounds as the best location for high-speed testing. Although the runway is 3 miles long, the timing lights are 2.5 miles apart to give the driver a long shutdown area. On December 1st, the invited a few Bugatti Chiron, a McLaren P1, Lamborghini Aventador SV, and a Huracan LP610-4. Although AWD Huracans had been tested there before, this was the first stock Lamborghini Huracan LP580-2 top speed Run. As the most affordable Lamborghini, the 5.2L V10 is detuned from 610 horsepower to 572, with 339 lb-ft of torque. Without the center transfer case or the front axles it is still rated to reach 62 mph in 3.4 seconds, 124 mph in 10.1 seconds, and a top speed of 199 mph. All this with an MSRP of $201,100 is a bargain in the supercar world. Is the Huracan fast enough for you, tell us in the comments below and stay with us for all your Johnny Bohmer uploads. Shop Lamborghini Huracan Related: High Speed Aerodynamic Testing with Johnny Bohmer Astronauts Hit Top Speed at Johnny Bohmer Proving Ground

By Andrew Nabors – March 22, 2019

Lamborghini Huracan vs Modded BMW M5

It's going to be a great weekend for racing here in Florida. So keep it at the track and never judge your opponent before the end of the 1/4 mile. Our friend Brooks from Dragtimes knows this all too well, as he has a knack for filming unlikely races. In his latest upload, we see a Lamborghini Huracan vs a modded BMW M5. At first glance, the Italian would seem to have an advantage in both weight and power. The Bavarian opponent looks stock, but it has been treated to a pile of new parts along with a custom tune to take full advantage of them. But the BMW is heavier by 800 lbs, and the rule of thumb is 100 lbs is worth 0.1 seconds in the quarter mile. Once you see who wins, it is easy to guesstimate how much power it is making. Tell us which one you would choose in the comments below, and keep the racing at the track! Shop Huracans For Sale Related: Koenigsegg Jesko Already Soldout Hennessey McLaren 720S HPE900 Dyno Tuning

By Edward Jones – March 07, 2019

Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo Collector 2019 Revealed

Lamborghini Squadra Corse has just unveiled the new Huracan Super Trofeo Eco Collector 2019 car. This new model is a special edition of the car used in the Lamborghini championships. Its exterior is finished in a black and gold livery that was designed by Lamborghini Centro Stile. On the roof is a depiction of the movement found in the Roger Dubuis Excalibur Performante, which was revealed recently. It's fitting that this car was unveiled during at the Roger Dubuis Manufacture in Geneva during an event. Check it out in the images below! see all lamborghini huracan performantes for sale

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