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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By Jordan Aquistapace – November 08, 2022

Check Out A$ASP Rocky's Custom Mercedes-Benz 190E From Ne...

Showcasing a true one-of-one build and design, the motorsport-inspired Mercedes makes an appearance on real life and virtual roads. With iconic automotive-inspired video games making their triumph return, most car enthusiasts are reliving their past and most likely the reason for their fueled obsession. One of the most anticipated video game releases of the year is Need For Speed Unbound, a modern take on a classic that now includes inspiration from celebrity car collectors and industry-leading streetwear brands. While the fashion specialists at Palace began its partnership with the video game franchise, American rapper A$AP Rocky is also featured in the game along with a virtual version of his DTM-inspired Mercedes-Benz 190E. MUST-READ: The New Need For Speed Unbound Game Launches December 2 With A$AP Rocky And Palace Skateboards Collaborations Accurately depicting his one-of-a-kind German classic, the game reimagines its split-colored black and white finish. The build also showcases bright yellow gold exterior trim components, a favorite for A$AP Rocky as his lyrics and songs countlessly reference the precious metal. Each door reads “If not now then when” and “Always strive and prosper” as a nod to Rocky’s A$AP music family. Its rather traditional styling achieves its aggressive look with an aftermarket air suspension that lowers the 190E beneath the custom motorsport wheels. Check out A$AP Rocky’s Mercedes-Benz 190E in the new Need For Speed Unbound video by pre-ordering your copy from the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming celebrity car news and gear releases. Pre-Order Need For Speed Unbound View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mark Riccioni (@mark_scenemedia) Source: Mark Riccioni (@mark_scenemedia IG)

By Tyler Rampersaud – November 02, 2022

The New All-Electric Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan Starts At $7...

Mercedes-Benz announces what its newest all-electric model will cost. The new Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan is the luxury brand’s latest all-electric offering, with all the timeless Mercedes-Benz luxury we as car enthusiasts know and love, paired with the efficiency, technology and innovation of the new all-electric EQ architecture. The new model promises up to 305 miles of driving range, and the brand has also announced that prices for the model will start at $74,900. MUST READ: Ultra-Rare 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 500 Cabriolet Listed for Sale Like its EQS sibling, the new EQE will be offered in 3 trim levels, Premium, Exclusive, and Pinnacle, and the lineup features the EQE 350+, EQE 350 4MATIC, and the EQE 500 4MATIC. All trim levels feature amazing technology like the MBUX infotainment system with Electric Intelligence integrated into the navigation to tailor driving routes to electric vehicles, a power-tilt and sliding panoramic roof, Burmester sound system, 64-color ambient lighting, and the EQE 500 4MATIC adds leather upholstery and rear-axle steering to the mix. Optional features include augmented reality navigation, four-zone climate control, and a head-up display. The EQE is expected to arrive at U.S. Mercedes-Benz dealerships this fall as a formidable entrant in the luxury electric arena. View All Mercedes-Benz For Sale Source: Mercedes-Benz

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 17, 2022

Mercedes-Benz Reveals The New EQE SUV and Mercedes-AMG EQ...

Mercedes-Benz’s latest addition to its SUV lineup is shocking. Mercedes-Benz has been steadily rolling out new electric vehicles with a new all-electric EQ platform, and all of them have shown off high-tech luxury, innovation, efficiency, and style. The fourth model to be introduced based on the EQ platform is the new EQE SUV, which like its EQE sedan counterpart, is smaller and nimble than its EQS siblings, while still offering lots of luxury, power, style, and efficiency. The new EQE SUV features lots of amazing technology, boasting a 342-mile range, a Dolby Atmos-equipped Burmester sound system, over-the-air updates including for the battery management software to ensure optimal efficiency throughout the vehicle’s lifetime, and a new “Serene Breeze” soundscape, which takes full advantage of the change from combustion engines to electric power with an audible reminder of the technology at the driver’s fingertips. MUST READ: Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Over 87,000 Sales For Q3 2022 Simultaneously introduced with the EQE SUV is the Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV, Affalterbach’s performance-ready rendition of the all-electric luxury SUV. It’s Mercedes-AMG’s first all-electric SUV, and Mercedes-Benz says that it’s the “most versatile electric vehicle” that AMG offers. With high performance and luxury along with ample space for passengers and luggage, the new Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV is quite the dynamic vehicle. The exterior features a sportier design, with AMG signatures like the iconic vertical grille, of course as a panel in the front fascia of the all-electric model, as well as AMG-specific wheels and other touches throughout. The interior follows the same brief, with a flat-bottomed leather-wrapped steering wheel, sports pedals, AMG-specific floor mats, and other small touches. However, the bite of this electric luxury performance SUV matches its bark. A total of 677 horsepower, when the vehicle is equipped with the AMG DYNAMIC PLUS package with Boost function, coming from the dual-motor drivetrain ensures staggering performance, and AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive makes sure that that power gets onto the road in the most clever, efficient, and easy-to-enjoy way possible. The MBUX Hyperscreen in the new Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV offers AMG-specific functions, like access to AMG DYNAMIC SELECT driving programs for a more exhilarating experience at your fingertips. With other features like active damping in the suspension, rear-axle steering, active roll stabilization, and more, the new Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV makes it possible to say the words “luxury,” “performance,” “electric,” “practical,” and “SUV” all in the same sentence. View All Mercedes-Benz For Sale Source: Mercedes-Benz

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 11, 2022

Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Over 87,000 Sales For Q3 2022

A jolt of electricity is changing Mercedes-Benz’s lineup and sales. The third quarter of 2022 is over for Mercedes-Benz USA, and the results include sales of a total of 87,682 vehicles for the quarter, combining passenger cars and vans. Currently, Mercedes-Benz USA’s total year-to-date sales come in at 262,456, which is an increase of 3.5% over 2021. This quarter, we saw the introduction of the EQB and US-built EQS SUV to United States Mercedes-Benz dealers, and still to come is the EQE sedan before the year comes to a close. MUST READ: The Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series And New Mercedes-AMG ONE Hypercar Do A 1-KM Drag Race Congruent with current automotive trends, the most popular sellers for Mercedes-Benz were the GLC, GLE, and C-Class models. Nearly 20,000 GLC-Class vehicles were sold this quarter, with nearly 14,000 GLEs following along with nearly 9,000 C-Classes. The all-electric EQ models sold 2,717 total units, with the number for AMG models totaling 9.021 for the quarter, which is an incredible increase of 25.6% over last year’s third quarter. With success in the third quarter, Mercedes-Benz USA hopes to finish strong this year. View All Mercedes-Benz For Sale Source: Mercedes-Benz

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 10, 2022

The Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series And New Mercedes-AMG ONE...

Mercedes-AMG puts its greatest performance heroes to the test… against each other. The pinnacle of the Mercedes-AMG lineup is represented by two legendary cars, the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series, and the Mercedes-AMG ONE, two cars that are absolutely incredible for their innovation and engineering with no corners cut when it comes to performance. In one of the most epic displays of performance imaginable for both of these cars, Mercedes-AMG pitted them against each other, with AMG Performance driver Nico Bastian at the wheel of the ONE, and five-time DTM champion Bernd Schneider at the wheel of the GT Black Series. With a kilometer (0.62 miles) ahead of them, the two cars duked it out. MUST READ: The Best Mercedes’ You Can Buy Today Unsurprisingly, the Mercedes-AMG ONE came out ahead, but the GT Black Series isn’t to be discounted for its performance, approaching speeds of 170 mph as it traveled the short distance. The Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series is an incredible car, but with the Formula-1 derived powertrain and engineering throughout the Mercedes-AMG ONE, a new era of hypercar performance is shown. With its straight-line performance proven, all that’s left to see is what the Mercedes-AMG ONE is capable of on the track. View All Mercedes-AMG GTs For Sale Source: YouTube/Mercedes-AMG

By Tyler Rampersaud – September 21, 2022

The New Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE Has The World's...

The performance version of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class just got more serious than ever. While it’s always been a desirable, luxurious, and powerful luxury performance car, the Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE completely changes its approach to performance with a new powertrain that uses half as many cylinders but produces more power than the model has ever seen before. The new car retires the predecessor’s twin-turbocharged V8 engine and instead opts for a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine paired with electric motors for a hybrid setup, but by no means is that 4-cylinder engine sluggish. Good for as much as 476 horsepower on its own, the longitudinally-installed engine is a version of the famous M139 four-cylinder engine that yet again reaffirms its title as the world’s most powerful 4-cylinder engine in a roadgoing production car with an incredible 238 horsepower per liter. Of course, this incredible number comes even before the electric system is accounted for. MUST READ: The Best Mercedes’ You Can Buy Today The electric motor at the rear axle is capable of 204 horsepower, and with an electrically-shifted two-speed gearbox it joins with the engine to create what is known as a P3 hybrid system. With a total system output of an incredible 680 horsepower along with a total system torque of over 752 lb/ft, the new Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE is clever, smart, and unprecedentedly powerful. That power is delivered with incredible intelligence thanks to AMG Performance 4MATIC+ and rear-axle steering, as well as the AMG Ride Control suspension with Active Damping seen previously in the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series. Also featured is the electric exhaust gas turbocharger, which uses F1-derived technology to cleverly combat turbo lag and deliver an uncompromised driving experience. With a 0-60 time under 3.4 seconds, a luxurious, yet performance-oriented interior, and a MBUX system tailored to the hybrid powertrain, the new Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE is driving into a new chapter for AMG, faster than ever before. View All Mercedes-Benz C-Class For Sale Source: Mercedes-Benz

By Tyler Rampersaud – September 20, 2022

The New Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE Will Be Reveale...

A shocking change is about to take place in the AMG lineup. Mercedes-AMG turns 55 this year, but it’s always been at the highest echelon of performance, and even though it’s been over half a century, that is far from changing and instead more true than ever. With a new premiere coming very soon, AMG performance is about to enter a whole new era with an electrifying change. AMG is announcing that on September 21, it will be introducing fans and enthusiasts to “Next level E PERFORMANCE” with the premiere of the new Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE, which promises to take advantage of technology derived from Mercedes-AMG’s success in Formula 1 to bring incredible racing-caliber performance to the road and blend it with Mercedes-Benz luxury and style. MUST READ: This Mercedes-Benz G 500 Cabriolet For Sale Is Ultra-Rare and Ultra-Cool The new Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE will bridge the gap between the brand’s F1 racing innovation and that of the brand’s road cars. The existing E PERFORMANCE AMG car, the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE boasts 843 horsepower, second only to the Mercedes-AMG ONE hypercar in terms of power, and with the E PERFORMANCE systems permeating through more of the AMG line, things for the German performance name are about to get better, faster, and smarter than ever before. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mercedes-AMG (@mercedesamg) Source: Mercedes-Benz

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By Tyler Rampersaud – September 16, 2022

This Mercedes-Benz G 500 Cabriolet For Sale Is Ultra-Rare...

No roof? No road? No problem. As a vehicle equipped for both adventuring and luxury, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV is virtually unparalleled. For decades, the vehicle has been a staple of the brand and in all those years the formula has remained much the same, and it has been a winning formula for all that time, with celebrities and luxury car lovers fawning over the 4x4 even more as the years go by. One of the most interesting and less common versions of the G-Class SUV is the Cabriolet version. Now discontinued and never made for the United States market, the G-Class Cabriolet is a rare and sought-after automotive gem because of the way it combines luxury, power, off-road capability, and simple fun. MUST READ: This Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG Black Series Tuned By Renntech For Sale Is A Unique German Performance Beast This stunning 2007 example features sleek black paintwork, as well as a black soft top for a beautifully uninterrupted look when the roof is up. On the inside, you’ll see an interior with proper Mercedes-Benz luxury and quality, with dark wood trim and black leather throughout. The vehicle is a stunning combination of luxury, style, and rugged capability, and especially when you’re driving off-road, behind the wheel, you’ll be in a luxury oasis. Under the hood, you’ll find a 5.0-liter V8 engine with 292 horsepower and 336 lb/ft of torque, making for plenty of muscle to get the large vehicle moving. This beautifully pristine, unique, and incredibly rare Mercedes-Benz G 500 Cabriolet for sale at Grand Prix Motors in Portland, Oregon is one of the greatest examples of the legendary G-Class SUV and has the potential to be the halo piece of any luxury or off-road enthusiast’s car collection. If you want this car in your garage, check out the price and listing by clicking below. View Price And Listing

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By Tyler Rampersaud – September 15, 2022

This Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG Black Series Tuned By Rennte...

It rarely gets more special than this. In its time, the Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG was the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz grand tourers, boasting power coming from a twin-turbocharged V12 engine with classic and irresistible two-door proportions. However, AMG upped the ante even further with the rare and exclusive Black Series rendition of the SL 65, which was treated with lots of exposed carbon fiber, reduced weight, and even more ferocious performance. The SL 65 AMG Black Series is a legendary performance car on its own, but this example for sale at Driving Emotions in Lake Park, Florida was tuned even further by famed Mercedes-Benz tuner Renntech. MUST READ: Mercedes-Benz Will Continue To Make V8 Engines Past 2030 The striking Diamond White color serves as a beautiful contrast to the black exposed carbon fiber elements throughout the exterior, and the bright wheels add a touch of Mercedes-Benz elegance to this fearsome high-performance vehicle. Also contrasted against the white exterior is the all-black interior, which features more black carbon fiber and black leather throughout, appropriate to the Black Series name. This extra-special Black Series AMG car is sure to sell as fast as it drives, as it’s part of a dying breed of performance cars and is one of Mercedes-Benz and AMG’s most iconic creations. If you want it to be yours, check out the listing and price by clicking below. VIEW PRICE AND LISTING

By Tyler Rampersaud – September 12, 2022

Mercedes-Benz Will Continue To Make V8 Engines Past 2030

In an automotive world full of change, some things will remain. It’s no secret that we are at a crossroads in the automotive world. As more focus begins to be placed on environmental sustainability by brands, electrification has become a bigger priority for many, and in the race to carbon neutrality, it seems many brands are making the switch even quicker than previously imagined. Add to that the incredible performance of electric cars, and what you have is a sweeping change that seems to be quickly taking over the automotive landscape. However, regardless of how fast, easy, or environmentally friendly electric cars are, it will be tough to say goodbye to the gasoline-powered cars we have known and loved for so long, but apparently, at least in the case of Mercedes-Benz, we might not have to for a little longer than we thought. MUST READ: Mercedes-Benz And Rivian Announce A New Partnership For Electric Vans Many brands are setting goals for carbon neutrality to happen by 2030, which for lots of them means that their portfolio will no longer include gasoline-powered cars. While this includes Mercedes-Benz, the V8 engine might not completely go away. Even in the future, some market conditions and regions may still be able to enjoy the classic driving experience of a V8-powered car, perhaps in applications where electric power is somehow impractical. Joerg Bartels, Vice President for vehicle development at Mercedes-Benz said to CarSales, "if there's still a customer demand... why should we stop it?" when asked about the V8 engine. Either way, it’s good to hear that the V8 engine won’t be forced into obsoletion because while the innovation electric cars have introduced is amazing, there’s something to be said about the classic joy of a combustion engine. View All Mercedes-Benz For Sale Source: CarSales

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