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McLaren 788HS: 777-HP Limited Sendoff for the 720S Family
automotive13 hours ago

McLaren 788HS: 777-HP Limited Sendoff for the 720S Family

McLaren introduces the 788HS as a 777-hp High Sport limited to 100 Coupes and 100 Spiders, capping the era of the 720S/765LT/750S lineup. It features aero upgrades that deliver about 10% more downforce, a stiffer front end, and an optional full carbon-fiber body. Weighing 1,265 kg in coupe form for an exceptional power-to-weight ratio, it accelerates from 0-62 mph in 2.8 seconds, hits 0-124 mph in 7 seconds, and tops at 205 mph, with carbon-ceramic brakes on forged wheels and MSO customization for all 200 units. McLaren hints at future developments—potential successors or even an SUV—while keeping details under wraps until summer.

via Motor1.com|
#aerodynamics#automotive#carbon-fiber-body
McLaren’s 788HS: Aero-forward finale to the 720S lineage
automotive1 day ago

McLaren’s 788HS: Aero-forward finale to the 720S lineage

McLaren unveils the 788HS, the brand’s first new model in nearly two years, a limited-run (100 coupes and 100 Spider) finale to the 720S lineage that adds significant aero and a light weight for a 1,265 kg dry mass; with 788 hp (777 bhp), 0–62 mph in 2.7 seconds and 205 mph, it features bespoke MSO options and a price around £450k as McLaren gears up for a broader corporate revamp.

via Top Gear|
#750s#788hs#aerodynamics
China’s EV push fuels 80% June rise in passenger-car exports as domestic demand weakens
world1 day ago

China’s EV push fuels 80% June rise in passenger-car exports as domestic demand weakens

China’s passenger-car exports surged 80% year-on-year in June, driven by strong demand for electric vehicles, while domestic sales declined about 26%. For the first half of 2026, exports jumped 72% to over 4.4 million vehicles, with June exports around 905,000 cars (up from 809,000 in May). Analysts say the domestic market remains under pressure from price wars and a sluggish property sector, compounded by cutbacks in EV subsidies; meanwhile Chinese automakers like BYD are expanding overseas. Some forecasts suggest 2026 exports could reach around 10 million vehicles, though domestic demand may stay soft.

via Yahoo|
#automotive#china#domestic-sales
Porsche 911 GT3 S/C: The Open-Top GT3 That Plays Like a Touring Racer
automotive3 days ago

Porsche 911 GT3 S/C: The Open-Top GT3 That Plays Like a Touring Racer

The Porsche 911 GT3 S/C is a lightweight open-top variant of the GT3 that preserves the core GT3 experience with carbon-fiber components, a 4.0L naturally aspirated flat-six producing 502 hp, and a 12-second roof operation. Weighing about 3322 lb, it stays close to the GT3 Touring suspension, pairs a manual gearbox (the only option) with precise, effortless shifts, and delivers roughly 0–60 mph in 3.7 seconds and a top speed near 194 mph (roof up). Priced around $275,000 and expected to be limited in production, the S/C is arguably the purest open-top GT3—potentially the last of the era for internal-combustion GT3s.

via Road & Track|
#911-gt3-sc#automotive#convertible
Fiat Topolino Enters the U.S. Market as a $14,985 Tiny City EV
automotive3 days ago

Fiat Topolino Enters the U.S. Market as a $14,985 Tiny City EV

Fiat's Topolino hits the U.S. market at $14,985 (destination included), offering two seats, 46 miles of range, and a 19 mph top speed; not street-legal yet, but a late-summer conversion kit will raise top speed to 25 mph for on-road use as a Low Speed Vehicle, with limited initial units and a Dolce Vita edition featuring a sliding convertible top, plus bespoke customization via Motori & Customs.

via Road & Track|
#automotive#ev#fiat
Porsche's Purist 911 GT3 S/C Delivers Wind-Through-Performance in Convertible Form
automotive3 days ago

Porsche's Purist 911 GT3 S/C Delivers Wind-Through-Performance in Convertible Form

The 2027 Porsche 911 GT3 S/C is the open-top evolution of the GT3, pairing a 4.0L naturally aspirated flat-six with a six-speed manual, 502 hp, and a 3,322 lb curb weight achieved through carbon fiber and magnesium components. The roof folds in 12 seconds at up to 37 mph, maintaining agility and a pure driving experience that emphasizes engagement over luxury. With a starting price of $275,350 (nearly $296k as tested) and notable options like the Street Style Package, Porsche positions the S/C as a modern homage to the S/T lineage and a driver-focused, high-rev purist’s dream rather than a comfort-first GT3.

via The Drive|
#911-gt3-sc#automotive#lightweight
Porsche 911 GT3 S/C: a cabriolet track weapon with road manners
automotive3 days ago

Porsche 911 GT3 S/C: a cabriolet track weapon with road manners

Porsche’s 911 GT3 S/C takes a Carrera Cabriolet and grafts in lightweight, race-honed bits from the GT3/S/T line: carbon panels, magnesium wheels, carbon-ceramic brakes and a carbon shear plate, weighing about 1,497 kg. It uses a 4.0-litre naturally aspirated flat‑six that revs to 9,000 rpm, producing 503 hp and 332 lb‑ft, with a 0–62 mph time of 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 194 mph. The car keeps a six‑speed manual and the roof can be lowered in 12 seconds up to 31 mph, while the double-wishbone front suspension and GT3 Touring–inspired setup deliver minimal body roll and sharp, communicative handling. It starts at £200,500, but optioning up (including the £24k Street Style Pack) can push prices well beyond £260k. Porsche says demand has exceeded expectations, and while some see the cabriolet approach as controversial, the S/C offers a road-focused alternative that still feels like a proper GT3 on every bend.

via Top Gear|
#automotive#cabriolet#gt3sc
Ferrari debuts by-wire 'manual' gearbox for the 12Cilindri, blending feel with automation
automotive4 days ago

Ferrari debuts by-wire 'manual' gearbox for the 12Cilindri, blending feel with automation

Ferrari patents a by-wire system that mimics a manual for the V12 12Cilindri, delivering a gated shifter and three pedals while the gearbox remains electronically controlled; manual mode uses gears 1–6 and is slower than automatic; 830-hp V12, 1,499 units, about $700k, deliveries begin in 2027, and the model is effectively sold out.

via supercarblondie.com|
#12cilindri#automotive#by-wire
Six 1970s Automotive Giants That Belong Back on Modern Showrooms
automotive5 days ago

Six 1970s Automotive Giants That Belong Back on Modern Showrooms

A nostalgic look at six iconic 1970s machines—the Plymouth Superbird, Chevy K5 Blazer, International Harvester Scout II, Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, Chevy El Camino SS, and Cadillac Eldorado—arguing that their bold designs, big engines, and cultural impact define the era and deserve a place back on today’s showroom floors, with notes on specs and current collector value.

via SlashGear|
#automotive#automotive-history#car-culture
DIN Car Stereos Were Simpler—and the Upgrade Isn’t Better
technology6 days ago

DIN Car Stereos Were Simpler—and the Upgrade Isn’t Better

A Jalopnik columnist argues that the old DIN and double-DIN standards for car stereos enabled cheaper, DIY-friendly upgrades and simpler, more reliable audio in dashboards, while modern integrated infotainment systems are slower, uglier, and harder to upgrade; the piece laments the industry shift away from standardized head units and suggests keeping or returning to DIN-like solutions for true customization and easier repairs.

via Jalopnik|
#aftermarket#automotive#car-audio
Steer Clear: Silverado Engines With The Most Reliability Risks
automotive6 days ago

Steer Clear: Silverado Engines With The Most Reliability Risks

The article flags three Silverado engines as the ones to avoid: the 2014–2018 5.3L V8 with AFM, linked to excessive fuel use and lifter failures; the 2019–2024 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management, tied to crankshaft failures and rod issues and a broad recall; and the 2007–2013 5.3L V8, which also suffered oil consumption and cam/lifter problems. It notes that AFM/DFM systems often cause issues and recommends disabling AFM/DFM if these engines are kept, otherwise avoid them.

via SlashGear|
#53l-afm-issues-2014-2018#62l-crankshaft-recall-2019-2024#automotive