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RUF has unveiled the Ehra, a 650bhp all-wheel-drive widebody supercar built on its carbon‑monocoque chassis and styled to resemble an old 911, but featuring modern aero and mechanicals: 3.6-litre twin‑turbo flat‑six producing 650hp and 664 lb-ft to all wheels, a seven‑speed manual, widened front and rear fenders, and a carbon pop‑up wing, with a restrained Liquid Silver finish and hand‑stitched brown leather interior.
A flight attendant union is calling for a federal mandate to add crew on widebody jets, arguing that increased staffing would improve safety and service, while the FAA maintains that current staffing levels do not pose a safety risk.
Chevrolet debuted the C8 Corvette Grand Sport at the 12 Hours of Sebring, showcasing a widebody kit and Admiral Blue paint with a central white stripe and red hash marks; photos fueling rumors of a new 6.7-liter V8 and a potential Grand Sport X hybrid, though official details remain unreleased.
Delta Air Lines placed a direct order with Boeing for up to 60 787 Dreamliners (30 firm with option for 30 more) to support long-haul international growth and modernize its widebody fleet, bringing its Boeing order book to 130 aircraft (alongside a separate order for 100 737-10s). The 787-10 can carry up to 336 passengers and uses about 25% less fuel than the aircraft it replaces, enabling expansion on transatlantic and South American routes and improving efficiency and passenger experience.
Acura has unveiled the 2024 Integra Type S, a widebody, turbocharged hatchback with a 320-horsepower, 2.0-liter VTEC K20C1 engine and six-speed manual transmission. The Type S features a more aggressive design with a bigger grille, vented hood, and larger intakes in the front bumper. It also has a wider track, adaptive dampers, and a MacPherson Strut dual-axis front suspension. The interior features leather accents and perforated ultrasuede seats with bigger and firmer bolsters. Pricing has not been announced, but the Integra Type S will go on sale in June.
Acura has revealed that the 2024 Integra Type S will have 320 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, exclusively available with a six-speed manual transmission. The car will also feature flared front and rear fenders, giving it a widebody appearance. The Integra Type S will share the same 2.0-liter VTEC turbo four-cylinder engine as the 2023 Civic Type R, but with 5 more horsepower. The car is set to be released in April.