21 February 2013, 07:47 AM
It is official! McLaren P1 is going to deliver the staggering 903 horsepower! The model will have the combined force of two highly-efficient powerplants: a mid-mounted 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine and a highly effective electric motor.
Both will offer a combined output of 903 hp (664 kW) and a maximum torque figure of 900Nm (664 lb-ft), ensuring instantaneous throttle response through the rev range, more akin to a naturally aspirated engine.
Furthermore, the emissions here are rat
14 February 2013, 07:58 AM
The latest creation of the luxury tuner DMC is called DMC McLaren MP4 Velocita. It hasn’t been revealed fully yet, but instead the tuning team decided to tease our sense by releasing these new images.
We can’t conclude much from the photo, but what we can see is that this McLaren is definitely going to have more aggressive stance than its other siblings. Given that there are re-designed front-grill and front lip, presumably there will be a whole body package.
Having in mind the work of the
13 February 2013, 01:33 PM
Just ahead of its official debut at 2013 Geneva Motor Show, McLaren P1 is being “teased” in a very special way. Some amazing new photographs of the new model were just revealed, which were taken at the Bahrain International Circuit.
As a matter of fact, these images come not only ahead of Geneva, but also ahead of P1’s Middle East debut. Yesterday, McLaren officially revealed the first images of the interior of the car, which boasts good comfort and ergonomics.
The windscreen is deeper tha
12 February 2013, 06:44 PM
McLaren has revealed the interior of the P1. It is planned to be the best driver’s car in the world on road and track. In order to achieve this, performance and handling are key, but to extract the best from the aerodynamic bodyshape and the groundbreaking technology beneath the carbon fibre exterior, the driver has to feel comfortable and in control. The cabin of the McLaren P1 is fully focused on the driver, and is clear from clutter and distraction as these first images show.
The inter
07 February 2013, 08:33 AM
McLaren Automotive has confirmed that the global debut of the production-ready McLaren P1 will be at the 83rd Geneva Motor Show.
The manufacturer has released a short video revealing the awesome sound of the sports car. It will dopt a race-inspired digital dash readout, and gives further information relating to the levels of performance that can be expected with a highly-focused “Race” mode.
On selecting Race mode, the large double element adjustable ‘active’ rear wing extends, and the
04 February 2013, 02:57 PM
MTM has presented their tuning program for McLaren MP4-12C. The car received both styling and performance upgrades.
The MP4-12C is powered by a 3.8 liter twin-turbo V8 with 600HP (441 kW) and 601Nm (443 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 8.9 seconds and a top speed of 333 km/h (207 mph).
MTM boosted the engine to 680HP (500 kW) at 7,500RPM and 650Nm (481 lb-ft) at 3,100RPM. The result is thanks to a M-Cantronic system and a larger downpipe with freer flowing 200
01 February 2013, 01:00 PM
McLaren P1, which heading towards production, made a brief appearance at the McLaren Technology Centre. And it was driven by 2009 Formula 1 World Champion Jenson Button!
As a matter of fact, this formed part of the launch event for the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes 2013 Formula 1™ challenger, the MP4-28. In addition, Sergio ‘Checo’ Perez, who is the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes official driver came to the event in a stunning orange McLaren 12C Spider.
His team teammate followed him with the camou
29 January 2013, 02:20 PM
Mercedes-Benz McLaren SLR is powered by a hand-built 5.4 liter supercharged V8 – 626HP (460 kW) at 6,500RPM and 780Nm (580 lb-ft) at 3,250RPM. Renntech boosted the engine to whopping 750HP (551 kW) and 992Nm (735 lb-ft). The result is thanks to upgraded headers, exhaust, intercooler, and an ECU re-map.
Additionally, the tuned SLR comes with big brake system behind a set of ADV05 Deep Concave wheels – 9.5 J x 20”at the front and 10.5J x 21”| at the rear fitted with proper tires. The rims h
25 January 2013, 02:45 PM
McLaren P1 debuted as a Concept study at 2012 Paris Motor Show in September. Back then it provoked great interest and a eager anticipation for its official release. Since then, the development of the technology beneath the carbon fibre skin has continued in full speed.
McLaren Automotive is currently subjecting it under testing programme. The final aim of the brand is to create the best driver’s car in the world on road and track. Below is disclosed a short video which gives the most detailed
21 January 2013, 05:55 PM
McLaren is going to celebrate their 50th anniversary on September 2nd, this year.
The original name of the company is Bruce McLaren Motor Racing Ltd and it has been launched since 1963. For the celebration, McLaren will use a 50th anniversary logo on everything from their shirts to the new MP4-28 Formula 1 that will debut on January 31st. They also intend to host a lot of unique events and celebration throughout the year.
If we were to follow Bruce’s words to the letter, there’d be lit
18 January 2013, 01:13 PM
2013 McLaren 12C GT3 will compete in this years season and will continue to be raced by all active GT teams who competed in last year. In addition to this, several new teams have now taken delivery of the 2013 model.
Furthermore the specifications of the new McLaren have already been disclosed and show that there will be number of changes, all of which designed to improve drivability, reliability and efficiency, coupled with reduced complexity.
Some of the changes feature a revised aerodyn
17 January 2013, 05:00 PM
Hamann has announced the Blue MemoR McLaren MP4-12C coming with completely new body kit and nice baby blue paint.
The body kit includes a new big front splitter, a pair of redesigned side skirts, upper and side wheel arch ventilation inserts, a bigger rear wing and extended diffuser. There is also a roof air duct and custom rear fender from the rear window to the wheel arches. At the rear, we can see triple exhaust layout.
The interior boasts a new upholstery, which is a combination be