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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 – April 16, 2024

Rezvani Retro Reveals The New $150K, 1-of-50 RR1

Nostalgic style and cutting-edge innovation collide. Rezvani is known for its head-turning style and ambitious automotive creations, like the sci-fi video-game-inspired Vengeance and Tank, however, the Beast supercar shows off a different, performance-focused aspect of Rezvani, and now, the new Rezvani Retro sub-brand seeks to evolve Rezvani even further as a manufacturer, showing off nostalgic and classic-inspired creations that combine old-school style with today’s state-of-the-art level of performance. The first Rezvani Retro creation is the new Rezvani Retro RR1, and it’s inspired by the iconic style and thrill of 70s race cars. However, its bespoke, nostalgic look is paired with the advanced performance and technology of the best present-day performance cars, eliminating the compromise that comes with owning a classic. The RR1 is available now, and the first 5 examples are being offered by Rezvani for an introductory price of $149,000, with clients providing the donor chassis: a 992-generation Porsche 911 Carerra S, GTS, GT3, or Turbo S. The total run of the RR1 will amount to 50 cars, with each example numbered. In addition, it will be available with a 6-speed or 7-speed manual transmission, or with a PDK transmission. In addition to the transmission options, three different powertrains are available as well: a 550-horsepower turbocharged engine, a 565-horsepower naturally-aspirated engine, or a 750-horsepower turbocharged engine. With a carbon fiber body that exudes nostalgic style, various available powertrains, and the latest and greatest in performance, tech, and features, the exclusive 50-car production run of the new Rezavni Retro RR1 is an opportunity to own a unique creation that combines the past and present of the automotive world. View All Rezvanis For Sale Image Source: Rezvani Motors

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 03, 2024

Rezvani Teases New Rezvani Retro Sub Brand, Debuting Apri...

Rezvani amps up the nostalgia factor. If you’re familiar with its models like the Tank, Hercules, or Vengeance, you might know Rezvani Motors as a purveyor of futuristic and sci-fi video game-inspired vehicles with unforgettable looks, undeniable presence, and unfazed capabilities. However, the recent introduction of the new 2024 Rezvani Beast shows off a different side to Rezvani, as a 1,000-horsepower V8-powered supercar. However, Rezvani refuses to stop there and is now teasing not just a new model, but an entirely new facet to its brand. The sub-brand is called Rezvani Retro, and it is a new design house, dedicated to delivering designs inspired by automotive icons of the past. The goal is to create cars that express the best of both worlds: combining modern platforms and technology with a classic look, feel, and ethos, Rezvani Retro cars evoke the nostalgia of decades past without compromise. The first model, set to be revealed on April 16, is called the Rezvani Retro RR1. As the countdown starts for the reveal of this new chapter in Rezvani’s history, reservations for the new Rezvani Retro RR1 are available for a fully refundable $500. In less than two weeks time, Rezvani will open a new chapter in its history as a manufacturer, and that new chapter will celebrate past and present alike. View All Rezvanis For Sale

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 14, 2024

Rezvani Reveals The New 1,000HP 2024 Beast

The highly-anticipated, game-changing, all-American supercar is finally here. Rezvani has earned an iconic reputation for creating otherworldly, sci-fi inspired vehicles that are prepared for just about any situation, and certainly look the part. Whether it’s the Hercules truck, the Tank SUV, or the Vengeance which can seat 7, Rezvani vehicles with their video game-like inspiration turn heads and take on any challenge at the same time. However, what has always been anticipated, especially for being much different than the other vehicles in Rezvani’s lineup. That car is Rezvani’s elusive hypercar: the 2024 Beast, and it’s finally here. Arriving in time to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the 2014 Rezvani Beast, the 2024 model is a true American hypercar. It’s designed and manufactured in the States, and with a carbon-fiber body and a 1,000-horsepower twin-turbocharged V8 engine, it’s able to get from 0-60 in just 2.5 seconds. Despite being unlike the rest of the manufacturer’s lineup, the Beast’s design language evokes Rezvani signatures, with low-set headlights and side detailing that matches the Tank. Ferris Rezvani, CEO of Rezvani Motors, says that the new Beast is inspired by his childhood growing up at the Lackland Air Force Base in Texas, and seeing military jets and vehicles, especially the F-4 Phantom, flown by his father. Completely designed and built in the USA with incredible innovation and performance, the new 2024 Rezvani Beast is limited to just 20 examples, each priced starting at $485,000. Clients are now able to customize their dream 2024 Beast on Rezvani’s website, and come one step closer to owning the latest all-American hypercar that is destined to shake up the automotive world. View All Rezvanis For Sale Image Source: Rezvani Motors

By Tyler Rampersaud – January 09, 2024

Rezvani Teases & Opens Reservations For The 1,000HP 2024 ...

For Rezvani, 2024 is the year of the beast. Rezvani is known for its incredible trucks and SUVs, which are inspired by video games, evoking a science-fiction sense of ruggedness, capability, adventure, and preparedness for just about any situation. With their immense stature, intimidating looks, and high-tech features from bumper to bumper, they’re unique vehicles with an evident ethos. However, the upcoming 2024 Rezvani Beast is a supercar that seems to answer a different brief: it’s mid-engined, with a fully carbon fiber body, and it’s slated to sport a twin-turbocharged engine with over 1,000 horsepower. Rezvani Motors has been building the hype for the upcoming supercar for quite some time now, but the clock is ticking and the countdown is reaching its end, as the car is set to come in early 2024. Ringing in the new year and the quickly approaching full reveal of the new Rezvani Beast, the manufacturer recently posted a new teaser for the supercar, and it shows some close-up shots of the new car. However, the more exciting news for fans is that reservations for the new 2024 Rezvani beast are now available. For a refundable $500, customers can lock in their spot in line to get their hands on Rezvani’s new and highly anticipated take on an innovative supercar. Click below to reserve a 2024 Rezvani Beast of your own. Reserve The 2024 Rezvani Beast

By Tyler Rampersaud – November 01, 2023

Shark Tank's Daymond John Takes Delivery Of A New Rezvani...

The bespoke masterpiece is called the Rezvani Vengeance 7777. If you're a fan of the intersection between cutting-edge automotive engineering and celebrity ownership, you're in for a treat. Rezvani Motors has just announced that Daymond John, a successful entrepreneur and co-star of Shark Tank, is the new owner of a new bespoke Rezvani Vengeance #7777 Military Edition. It's a sleek machine designed to look as if it drove straight out of a science fiction video game and into your driveway. So, what makes the Rezvani Vengeance #7777 so special? For starters, the exterior design is an ode to military aesthetics, complete with angled armored plates and a unique build number etched onto the side of the hood. With its toughness, footprint, presence, and safety features, it's a fortress on wheels. The Vengeance comes standard with 22-inch wheels and is shod in 35-inch off-road tires, giving it a muscular, imposing stance. But it's not just about the exterior. Daymond John opted for a Metallic Black satin finish with eye-catching Shark Blue touches, reflecting his unique style and attention to detail. As the founder of The Shark Group, John ensured that his Vengeance #7777 would stand out in a crowd, mirroring the personalization that's key to his brand identity. This armored beast is equipped with a laundry list of defensive features to protect its occupants. From bulletproof glass and body armor to underside explosive protection and a smoke screen, this car is designed to handle just about anything. Other noteworthy features include thermal night vision, electromagnetic pulse protection, and even optional explosive device detection. Rezvani Motors CEO Ferris Rezvani's goal was clear: to transform what we usually see in video games or action movies into a tangible, drivable experience. Utilizing cutting-edge 3D printing and modeling technology, the Rezvani team successfully made this virtual vehicle a reality. Ferris notes, "The vision was to offer a fresh design inspired by armored vehicle concepts not typically seen on the road. The goal was a daily drivable vehicle that is purpose-built, rugged, off-road capable with a design that is muscular, and well proportioned; as exciting to the eyes as it is to drive." In an automotive world where looks, luxury, utility, capability, and safety don't often combine, the new Rezvani Vengeance #7777 breaks the mold. It's a head-turning, awe-inspiring vehicle that promises not only unparalleled aesthetic appeal but also an unparalleled level of personal security. View Rezvani Vengeance For Sale Image Source: Rezvani

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 18, 2022

How To Build Your Own New Rezvani Vengeance With The New ...

Despite its sci-fi looks, the Rezvani Vengeance is not only real but also able to make your own. The new Rezvani Vengeance is the brand’s most capable and intense vehicle yet, and while it looks like something straight out of a video game, it’s not only very real, but also packed with features that are sure to give its owners video-game levels of performance, security, and technology. In addition, Rezvani offers a high level of customization to the new Vengeance, and to prove it, you can configure your own. MUST READ: Rezvani Vengeance Arrives As A V8-Powered Bulletproof Seven-Seater SUV How do I configure a Rezvani Vengeance? It’s as easy as visiting Rezvani’s website, where you’ll be able to get a 360-degree view of the new Vengeance as you specify the different features and finishes you’d equip your dream Rezvani Vengeance with. It starts with the exterior, where you can choose from a range of satin or gloss colors, including the option of bespoke paintwork. After that, you’ll be able to choose whether you want to equip a range of exterior options, like a winch, a custom Shinedown logo that displays when the front doors are opened, and a roof-mounted LED light bar. What are the Rezvani Vengeance's interior options? Once you’ve finished customizing the exterior of your Vengeance, you can choose interior options, which include a 7-seat or 8-seat configuration, and the option of a Black or Ivory interior with either gloss black or brushed silver trim. An amazing option available for the Vengeance is Executive seating, turning the rear area into a world-class lounge with two reclining, massaging, heated and ventilated seats, a TV, partition, iPads, and the choice of a “starry night” headliner or an overhead light. Custom embroidery is also available as an option. What is the Rezvani Vengeance's powertrain? A range of engines is available, from a 6.2-liter V8 to a 3.0-liter diesel straight-six engine, to a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 with an incredible 682 horsepower and 653 lb/ft of torque. Another option is a performance exhaust system. Once you’ve specified that, you’ll be introduced to the various packages that Rezvani offers for the Vengeance, like the Military package, as well as various accessories that add even more capability, convenience, and luxury to Rezvani Vengeance ownership. After that, you’ll be able to view your price summary, which will undoubtedly be high as the Vengeance starts at $249,000, but that’s for one of the most unique and capable SUVs ever. View All Rezvanis For Sale Source: Rezvani

By Gabriel Vega – October 11, 2022

duPont REGISTRY Exclusive: Rezvani Vengeance Arrives As A...

You can spot a Rezvani from miles away. Whether it be the Tank SUV or six-wheeled Hercules truck, their vehicles are some of the most striking machines on public roads. The brand takes great pride in this, going as far as stating that these vehicles "helped reinvent the boring SUV space." With such a portfolio under its belt, where does Rezvani go from here? The answer, unsurprisingly, involves a bulletproof seven-seater SUV powered by a supercharged V8. It's called the Vengeance, and if it looks like something more at home in the original installment of Halo than at your local Whole Foods, that's intentional. According to Rezvani, the Vengeance's primary purpose is to make its owner feel like they're driving something straight out of a video game. To accomplish this, they hired Milen Ivanov, a digital artist, and video game developer, to style it. The result comes across as a sort of futuristic military vehicle, complete with plenty of LEDs, an abundance of angular body lines, and a prominent light bar in its rear. 22inch wheels come standard wrapped in 35-inch off-road tires. Armored versions of the Vengeance offer optional extras such as bulletproof glass, underside explosive protection, military run-flat tires, thermal night vision cameras, and electrified door handles, to name a few. A supercharged V8 under the Vengeance's hood delivers a 690 horsepower and 673 foot-pound output. A naturally aspirated V8 and turbodiesel V6 will join the lineup in the future, although Rezvani has yet to announce their power and torque figures. Inside, the Vengeance offers three rows of seats with comfortable seating for seven, although Rezvani claims it can carry up to eight passengers. Its second row is available as either a three-seat bench or two captain's chairs. Its front bucket seats offer heating and cooling functionality, complemented by a heated steering wheel. On the tech front, the Vengeance features a curved OLED digital dashboard complete with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Rezvani's first seven-seater SUV officially goes on sale today with a starting price of $249,000. If the Tank and Hercules are anything to go by, this base figure is likely for the non-armored version. Adding all those combat-ready optional extras will likely balloon that to a much more substantial sum. Although we have yet to see it in the metal, the Vengeance seems to be the brand's most ambitious project to date. It takes the theme of futuristic sci-fi-inspired design and runs with it, creating yet another striking vehicle to fit nicely into the brand's portfolio. Visit RezvaniMotors.com Source: Rezvani Motors

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 20, 2022

The New 2023 Vengeance Will Be Rezvani's Most Capable Veh...

Rezvani has announced plans to shake up the SUV world. Known for its seemingly unstoppable Tank and Hercules SUVs and trucks, and its upcoming Beast hypercar, Rezvani has proven its ability to make vehicles that shock, impress, and set high bars for excellence in their segments. Now, the brand has announced that it plans to do so, and when Rezvani says it’s back with a vengeance, that’s exactly what they mean, as the brand’s new SUV is going to be named the 2023 Vengeance. The new Vengeance is what Rezvani says will be its most capable and luxurious vehicle yet. MUST READ: The New Apocalypse Juggernaut Is Apocalypse’s Biggest 6×6 Hyper-Truck Yet This new SUV promises luxurious appointments for up to 7 passengers, and Rezvani’s focus on personal security in their vehicles remains, as the Military Edition trim of the new Rezvani Vengeance is said to have ballistics armor, as well as more than 20 security features. If anything is to be gathered from the examples that the Rezvani Tank and Rezvani Hercules have set before, the Rezvani Vengeance Military Edition is bound to be quite the secure and safe vehicle, on top of being luxurious and ready for just about anything. The styling has only been teased, but Rezvani promises that it’s going to be like nothing else on the road, and that it is going to be purpose-built for practicality and luxury anywhere. The debut of the 2023 Rezvani Vengeance is set for this summer, and interested buyers can make a refundable $500 deposit now. Source: Rezvani

By Tyler Rampersaud – May 09, 2022

The Rezvani Hercules 6x6 Military Edition Is The Ultimate...

The ultimate strength, power, and luxury all come together in the Rezvani Hercules 6x6 Military Edition. The vehicles that Rezvani creates are known for otherworldly levels of luxury, power, security, and strength. The brand’s SUVs and trucks have a commanding presence, an intimidating look, and power, features, and appointments to match. A Rezvani is ready for just about anything, and with six wheels and six-wheel-drive, blinding lights, bulletproofing, run-flat tires, and many more features, the Rezvani Hercules 6x6 Military Edition is one of the greatest examples of this. MUST-READ: All-New 2023 Rezvani Beast Announced This video explains how the six-wheel-drive works. This requires unique engineering, especially when compared to front-wheel-drive, rear-wheel-drive, or even four-wheel-drive. With a selectable transfer case and another driveshaft, power goes to six wheels instead of only four. With up to 1300 horsepower available for the Hercules, however, careful engineering of the entire structure and suspension is required to make sure that as much of that power can be translated to the road as possible. With a massive footprint and as many features as the Hercules can have, it still weighs around 8000 pounds, despite every effort to make it as light as possible. Even still, the painstaking effort taken into engineering the vehicle translates to impressive and confident performance despite the Hercules being an immense, 6-wheeled vehicle. Source: Rezvani

By Edward Jones – May 03, 2022

All-New 2023 Rezvani Beast Announced

More powerful than ever before. It's time to rejoice as the all-new 2023 Rezvani Beast has been announced and it promises to be more exciting than the previous generation. Now, the Beast will be packing over 1,000 horsepower thanks to a twin-turbocharged engine that's placed in a mid-engine layout. The new Rezvani Beast will have a carbon fiber body and "exotic doors." Those facts, along with the teaser image found above, are all we know for now. If you're someone interested in getting behind the wheel of the new 2023 Rezvani Beast, you can drop a $240 refundable deposit now on their website. The deposit will reserve your build and allow you to be the first to receive new details as they come along. See All Rezvanis For Sale

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