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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
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
automotive4 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
McLaren W1: The Hypercar That Feels Like a Natural Sports Car
automotive11 days ago

McLaren W1: The Hypercar That Feels Like a Natural Sports Car

McLaren’s W1 packs a 916-hp twin‑turbo V-8 plus a 1.4-kWh electric motor for a total of 1,258 hp in a light, carbon‑fiber package that shuns AWD, electric steering, and fully active suspension. It uses active aero to generate up to ~2,200 lb of downforce, yet remains intuitive, predictable, and road‑friendly enough to feel like a refined sports car rather than a spaceship. On Mugello’s track it delivers blistering pace (potentially near 200 mph with the right push) while on public roads it remains composed, well‑balanced, and easy to modulate brakes. In direct comparison to the Ferrari F80, the W1 emphasizes driver involvement and usability, and McLaren itself still leans on the “supercar” label—though this car has earned the hypercar badge in practice.

via Road & Track|
#automotive#hybrid-powertrain#hypercar
Ortega shifts to 155 after weight-cut scare at UFC Shanghai
sports12 days ago

Ortega shifts to 155 after weight-cut scare at UFC Shanghai

Brian Ortega recounts a frightening weight-cut incident before UFC Shanghai that left him passing out and entering an emergency room, prompting a move from featherweight to lightweight (155) for his next fight and a shift in focus toward training and camp discipline. He’s open to a rematch with Renato Moicano if the opportunity arises, but emphasizes prioritizing conditioning over cutting.

via MMA Fighting|
#brian-ortega#lightweight#mma
Gaethje doubles down: Topuria won’t get a rematch after UFC White House stoppage
mma19 days ago

Gaethje doubles down: Topuria won’t get a rematch after UFC White House stoppage

Justin Gaethje says Ilia Topuria shouldn’t earn a rematch after his corner-stoppage TKO loss in the UFC White House main event, noting he “stopped him twice” and that Topuria appeared finished as the fight ended. Gaethje teased staying active but has no definite next opponent yet, explicitly stating Topuria won’t get a rematch and suggesting he should fight someone like Paddy Pimblett instead.

via MMA Fighting|
#gaethje#ilia-topuria#lightweight
Gaethje signals slim odds of fighting again this year after back-to-back fights
sports22 days ago

Gaethje signals slim odds of fighting again this year after back-to-back fights

Justin Gaethje says there’s a very small chance he fights again this year after two grueling bouts, including his undisputed lightweight title win over Ilia Topuria. With potential rematches against Topuria or a fight with Charles Oliveira in play, his comeback is uncertain, and he’s under a 180-day medical suspension pending MRI clearance for a right wrist and left knee, making another 2026 appearance unlikely.

via Bloody Elbow|
#justin-gaethje#lightweight#mma
Capricorn Zagato 01 Unveils Ultra-Light Ford V8 Hypercar
technology1 month ago

Capricorn Zagato 01 Unveils Ultra-Light Ford V8 Hypercar

Capricorn of Germany and Zagato reveal the Zagato 01, a mid‑engine, rear‑wheel‑drive hypercar powered by Ford’s 5.2L supercharged V8 tuned to about 888 hp, weighing under 1,200 kg, with a five‑speed dogleg manual, 0–100 km/h in under 3 seconds and a 360 km/h top speed. Only 19 units will be built, priced at €2.95 million, featuring aerodynamically focused “sci‑fi” styling, a carbon‑titanium interior, and a lightweight design aimed at true driving enthusiasts.

via Ford Authority|
#capricorn-germany#ford-5-2l-v8#hypercar
Pimblett vs Saint Denis booked for UFC 329 showdown
sports2 months ago

Pimblett vs Saint Denis booked for UFC 329 showdown

Paddy Pimblett and Benoit Saint Denis are officially booked to fight at UFC 329 during International Fight Week. Pimblett, coming off an interim title loss to Justin Gaethje, previously ran off seven straight wins, while Saint Denis has won four straight and just defeated Dan Hooker to re-enter the lightweight top five. The clash could influence the division’s title picture, with the winner potentially moving toward a title shot or facing other top contenders.

via MMA Mania|
#benoit-saint-denis#lightweight#mma
Epic 9 Sets Sights on XC's Lightest Full-Suspension Frame
technology2 months ago

Epic 9 Sets Sights on XC's Lightest Full-Suspension Frame

Specialized says the Epic 9 is the lightest full-suspension XC race frame at about 1,589g for a medium, with a 110g lighter front triangle and no internal frame storage. It features an 11% reduction in suspension friction thanks to a new top-tube mounted link driving the shock, 120mm travel, and a three-position damper, while geometry remains largely unchanged from the Epic 8. The bike aims for peak efficiency across kinematics, damping and chassis, with top builds around 8.66kg claimed; pricing isn’t disclosed and there’s no XS size option.

via BikeRadar|
#cross-country#epic-9#lightweight
Porsche’s 2027 911 GT3 S/C Drops the Top on a 9000-RPM Dream
automotive2 months ago

Porsche’s 2027 911 GT3 S/C Drops the Top on a 9000-RPM Dream

Porsche reveals the 2027 911 GT3 S/C, the first series-production GT3 convertible, pairing a 4.0L naturally aspirated flat-six with 502 hp to a rear-wheel‑drive, six‑speed manual, sprinting from 0–60 mph in 3.7 seconds and hitting a 194 mph top speed. The two‑seat cabriolet features a power-folding roof that opens in 12 seconds, carbon-fiber body parts, standard carbon-ceramic brakes, magnesium wheels, and a bespoke interior with options like Exclusive Manufaktur’s Street Style Package. A rear storage box adds 2.8 cu ft of cargo space, and the model starts at $275,350 with several weight-saving and performance upgrades included in the price.

via Road & Track|
#911-gt3-sc#automotive#convertible
Porsche 911 GT3 S/C: open-top, manual, high-revving NA thrill
technology2 months ago

Porsche 911 GT3 S/C: open-top, manual, high-revving NA thrill

Porsche unveils the 911 GT3 S/C, an open-top two-seater that blends the lightweight chassis of the 911 S/T with the 4.0-litre naturally aspirated flat-six of the GT3, delivering 510 PS at 9,000 rpm and mated exclusively to a short-gear six-speed manual; it weighs about 1,497 kg thanks to carbon fibre and magnesium components, accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 3.9 s and tops at 313 km/h, and features a fully automatic magnesium-reinforced roof with a two-second wind deflector deployment, plus optional Street Style Package for personalization.

via Porsche Newsroom|
#911-gt3-sc#lightweight#manual-transmission