New Bugatti Chiron Sport “110 ans Bugatti” Celebrates Anniversary

Bugatti have marked the 110^th anniversary of the company’s existence with an immaculate special edition of the Chiron Sport, labelled the “110 Ans Bugatti”.

A mere 20 units of this special edition Bugatti will be produced, making them extremely exclusive and highly sought-after among supercar enthusiasts!

Official images were revealed on February 7^th, showing off a beautiful matte Steel Blue model that unmistakably pays homage to Bugatti’s French roots and the luxury models from the 1920s.

With the mechanical performance of the incredible Bugatti Chiron Sport, a deluxe exterior and a striking interior to match, the “110 Ans Bugatti” is an excellent celebration of the 110^th birthday of the first ever Bugatti – the Type 10.

The History of Bugatti

The first car ever created by Ettore Bugatti was the Type 10, which made its debut way back in 1909 – hence the “110 Ans Bugatti” name of this special edition, which translates to “110 years of Bugatti”.

At the time, the purpose of the Type 10 was to be a light, powerful and nimble form of transport –not only to match the competition but to surpass it in every way, a goal that Ettore could accurately apply to today’s Bugatti models.

In terms of its appearance and being light and small – the Bugatti “110 Ans” is not necessarily similar to the legendary Type 10. The new special edition is hardly light and not very small at all, but it sure is powerful, generating a jaw-dropping 1,479bhp.

It may be unsustainable for such a powerful machine as the Bugatti Chiron “110 Ans” to maintain the ‘light and nimble’ characteristics obtained by its predecessors, but with engineering mastery, the power of this new special edition Bugatti certainly does the company’s creator justice.

Bugatti's French Connection

Bugatti’s new special edition Chiron Sport pays an obvious tribute to how proud the company is of its French heritage, with a blue theme throughout and the iconic Tricolour appearing all over the vehicle. 

Bugatti President Stephan Winkelmann referred to the importance of their roots in Molsheim, in the Alsace region of France, stating that France was not only a monumental part of the company’s past but also the planned location for their future.

It’s also worth noting that the luxurious two-tone colour scheme is a purposeful feature in reference to the pioneering models during the 1920s.

The Design of Bugatti's "110 Ans" Chiron Sport

Bugatti’s “110 Ans” special edition version of the Chiron Sport is distinctly representative of Bugatti as a company. Their newest model is beautifully sculpted, as we have come to expect as standard from the French manufacturer, with an added elegance provided by its matte Steel Blue paintwork.

The French Tricolour 

A prominent feature of the new Bugatti is the French tricolour, one of the most iconic symbols of any nation around the world, which appears numerous times on both the interior and exterior alongside the words “110 Ans Bugatti”.

The “Le Bleu-Blanc-Rouge” (blue, white and red) decorates the exterior side mirrors, fuel filler cap, and (most notably) the underside of the substantial rear wing.

The theme continues inside the car, with the tricolour visible on both headrests, the back of the front seats, and centrally at the top point of the steering wheel.

You would expect something so extraordinary and eye-catching to stand out awkwardly on most vehicles, but the tricolour seems to only complement the Bugatti Chiron. It just works.

What does the "110 Ans Bugatti" Chiron Sport Look Like?

The new Bugatti’s exterior is quite simply stunning to look at. Its body and front-end is matte Steel Blue carbon fibre, whereas the rear-end is overlaid with matte paintwork.

Its wheels are painted Nocturne matte black, with the bright contrast of the French Racing Blue brake callipers visible through the gaps in the alloys.

At the rear of the “110 Ans Bugatti”, a distinct diffuser is finished with gleaming Steel Blue carbon that juxtaposes with the dark, matte black exhaust system.

The sky view roof consists of two fixed glass panels above the driver and passenger’s seats, which is included as standard for these limited edition Bugatti models, but is an optional extra for standard Chiron examples.

Flashes of the previously mentioned French Racing Blue occasionally appear around the exterior – including a small Bugatti emblem at the centre of the alloy – but the supercar’s true vibrancy is more obvious as we step inside.

Bugatti Chiron Sport "110 Ans" Interior

The interior of the “110 Ans Bugatti” is especially striking, with the French Racing Blue covering the headrests and seatbelts, giving the inside of the vehicle an added edge.

As previously mentioned, the tricolour is expertly embroidered at the top of the steering wheel, and stretches centrally from the top of the headrest to the bottom of the seat. Bugatti certainly haven’t held back in displaying their commitment to their French roots.

Bugatti have utilised Alcantara for the trim, but the majority of the interior is immersed in blue leather, with elements of carbon fibre found throughout the car for adequate weight reduction.

Special Edition "110 Ans Bugatti" Performance

This limited edition Bugatti is pretty much identical to the standard Chiron Sport in terms of its performance, which isn’t necessarily a downfall.

With the Chiron Sport setting a 0-62mph time of under 2.4 seconds and hitting a ridiculous top speed of 261mph, what more would you ask for? As a Sport version of the Chiron, the driver will experience stiffer suspension, modified steering, and torque vectoring, among other more advanced features.

The Chiron Sport’s power output peaks at 1,479bhp and 1,180lb-ft of torque thanks to its 8.0-litre W-16 engine.

Per reports, the Sport version is an astonishing five seconds faster than the standard Chiron around the track, demonstrating just how dynamic and breath-taking this model really is.

Our Verdict

Where some special edition supercars fail to leave a real mark on the industry, this Chiron Sport “110 Ans” will be remembered for all the right reasons, and seems to be receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback from motor enthusiasts across the world.

The model’s tribute to France is far from subtle, but the intrepid nature of the design successfully displays just how proud the company is of its French heritage.

Bugatti’s Chiron Sport “11 Ans” edition is everything a special edition supercar should be – aesthetically pleasing and exclusive, with an authentic and meaningful purpose.

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McLaren 600LT: Upholding the Lineage of the ‘Longtail’

The McLaren ‘Longtail’ lineage personifies the brand’s identity at its bravest, purest, and most extreme.

The newest, and certainly more than worthy, member of the McLaren ‘Longtail’ (or LT) family is the gripping McLaren 600LT.

Extreme weight reduction, flame spitting top-exit exhausts, and immaculate steering – the McLaren 600LT is deserved of the LT label, as brave and as bold as a track-focused, road-legal car can be. 

In over two decades of ‘Longtail’ existence, seldom has McLaren labelled its cars with the historic and prestigious LT tag. The 2018 McLaren 600LT is only the fourth car to sport the name and it 

encapsulates the expected performance-driven ethos of its predecessors.

All LT models are raw, thrilling and absolutely ground-breaking. Their shared focus consists of optimised aerodynamics, reduced weight, increased power and a track-centred connection with the driver.

The 600LT is no different, pushing engineering and design possibilities to their limits in order to provide an invigorating, intoxicating driving experience.

Heritage: The 'Longtail' Bloodline

The story began with the McLaren F1, which was ironically never designed with the intention of track racing. However, something quite spectacular happened when it did eventually take to the track. 

The McLaren F1 GTR dominated and won the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1995, with McLaren becoming the only manufacturer to win it at the first attempt. The F1 GTR then evolved into the iconic ‘Longtail’, which came about two years later.

From there, the ‘Longtail’ family continued to grow with the stunning achievements that are the McLaren 675LT Coupé and McLaren 675LT Spider in 2015-16.

Next up is the new McLaren 600LT – a real head-turner that has all the makings of a true ‘Longtail’.

McLaren 600LT Specs 

The 600LT maintains the agility and dynamism of McLaren’s Sports Series but has been injected with the spine-tingling, adrenaline-pumping nature of the ‘Longtail’.

McLaren have crafted the 600LT in carbon fibre, using extreme weight-saving measures – including the carbon fibre MonoCell II Chassis – to achieve a weight reduction of 96kg.

The bodywork is stiffer yet lighter, more aerodynamic and generates an incredible amount of downforce due to its many minute details.

Thanks to its twin-turbo V8 engine – which has a capacity of 3,799cc – the 600LT is the most powerful McLaren Sports Series vehicle ever, generating 592bhp and 620nm of torque.

The chassis is so sharp that you are able to dissect corners on your way in as if in slow motion, aided by the controlled and accurate steering that provides super clear feedback. 

McLaren 600LT Stats and Figures

• -          Top speed of 204mph
• -          0-62mph in 2.9 seconds
• -          0-124mph in 8.2 seconds
• -          Lightweight for a supercar at a mere 2,749lbs (1,247kg)
• -          Low priced for what it offers, starting at $240,000 (£185,500) when it was released

The McLaren 600LT Vs. The 675LT

The 600LT is no match for the 675LT in a straight line; however it does generally have the edge on the track due to its superior cornering speeds.

Priced at almost $330,000, the 675LT is relatively expensive for a supercar, whereas the 600LT starts at a far lower $240,000 for those who are fortunate enough to afford it. 

The McLaren 600LT Vs Ferrari 488 Pista and Ferrari 488 GTB

The 600LT’s value for money is demonstrated here once again, matching the $316,300 Ferrari488 Pista with a 0-62mph time of 2.9 seconds, despite not being direct rivals.

McLaren’s 600LT has a quicker 0-62mph and 0-124mph time than the more directly comparable (yet still more expensive) earlier model, the Ferrari 488 GTB. 

The McLaren 600LT Vs. The Porsche 911 GT2 RS 

The 600LT has a better 0-124mph time than the Porsche911 GT2 RS, measuring times of 8.2 and 8.3 seconds respectively.

To be able to compete with and match some of these great hypercars is impressive, but the numbers were not necessarily at the forefront of the engineers’ minds when sculpting the 600LT.

They wanted to create the most engaging driving experience possible, and they did just that. There aren’t many, if any, supercars that provide the same unforgettable exhilaration as the 600LT.

Just to add to the excitement, this limited-edition model is expected to be succeeded by a Spider version in 2019, just as its older sibling, the 675LT, was.

Design and Aerodynamics 

The 600LT’s designers set out to lay a benchmark for sports cars and have done so emphatically.

Everything about the car has been included to prompt the most stimulating experience possible, including its extraordinary top-exit exhaust and its long, wide and low physical appearance.

The designers found inspiration in the 675LT and the original ‘Longtail’, building the 600LT with full intention of using it on the road and track. Though comfortable on the road, the track is where it comes to life.

The 600LT's Flame-Spitting Top-Exit Exhausts

Having a dominant presence and demonstrating a real sense of the wow-factor is what sets apart great supercars from good supercars. The McLaren 600LT is absolutely a great supercar.

Its most eye-catching and unique feature is the mesmerising top-exit exhaust system, which illustrates the bravery of McLaren to break boundaries with this new addition to the Sports Series. 

Staying true to their ‘form follows function’ mantra: the exhausts reduce the 600LT’s weight significantly, improve engine responses and provide better powertrain cooling. The exhausts also practically breathe down the neck of the driver, amplifying the roar inside the car.

Despite providing many practical benefits for the 600LT, the exhaust system’s most memorable characteristic is that it shoots flames upwards from the car – which looks seriously cool. The party trick is definitely worth a watch; you’d be missing out if you didn’t!

The exhausts perfectly encapsulate the need for exhilaration, demonstrating the extreme measures that McLaren have taken to offer the best driver experience possible.

The 600LT is certainly a showman as well as a finely tuned, well-balanced whippet on the track.

Aerodynamics 

McLaren have a knack for making great track-focused road cars with pioneering aerodynamic features, and the 600LT is no exception.

Some of the features that aid its aerodynamics are:

• -          A new front splitter and side splitter
• -          An extended rear diffuser
• -          A fixed rear wing
• -          Carbon fibre flooring with integrated break ducts

These features consequently make for increased downforce, with over 220lbs being produced at 155mph.

The 600LT is long (as you’d expect from a ‘Longtail’), wide and low, improving its control under pressure, agility at low speeds and stability at higher speeds. 

The longer rear of the car also enables the new fixed rear-wing to be pushed back further, once again maximising the aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle. McLaren really left no stone unturned with this one.

Its appearance is somewhat aggressive due to its dimensions, but is arguably easier on the eye than the McLaren Senna – which is purposely built for track performance.

A large portion of the 600LT’s features improve the aerodynamics, including the Carbon Fibre Aero Winglets that are located behind the front wheels, cooperating with the carbon fibre side skirts.

These are also included on the masterpiece that is the McLaren P1, but that car starts at a slightlyhigher $1.15 million - over six times the price of the 600LT.

The final characteristic that aids the 600LT’s aerodynamics is its “shrink-wrapped” bodywork design, which helps the fluidity of the ride as it gently guides the airflow over every panel.

McLaren 600LT Interior 

Due to its track-based focus, the interior is relatively basic in comparison with the high-tech gadgets and displays of today’s cars.

Its basic nature is not necessarily a downfall though, as the controls are perfectly aligned for a free-flowing ride and the steering wheel’s positioning and design provides great comfort whilst on the track and road.

Weight-reducing carbon fibre seats are fitted as the standard – identical to those first seen on the P1 and then the 675LT – saving a significant 46lbs whilst also offering a great driving position and a fully optimal view of the road ahead.

McLaren also offer the popular LT Super-Lightweight CF seats found in the Senna, which reduce an even more impressive 54lbs. It’s more about personal preference with the seats, so be sure to check your options if you are ever going to own or drive a 600LT. 

Another interesting feature of the interior is its use of delicate Alcantara – a microfibre material – throughout the cabin, which once again keeps weight to a minimum for maximum performance.

It honestly is stripped back to the basics. There is no carpet in the footwells or under the seats, and if you really want to reduce weight, you can even remove the air conditioning, audio system, and navigation system.

That, of course, is the car in its most bare form. All features mentioned above can be added as optional additions should you want them.

What is it like to drive the 600LT?

The McLaren 600LT maintains a constant connection with its driver, providing an engaging, thrilling experience while remaining incredibly accurate and precise. You stay in full control of the vehicle without fail and its handling is smooth and well-balanced.

Brilliant on corners, the car offers clear feedback and crisp steering. You will get a rush of energy knowing that you’ll ace the corner, with additional reassurance from the narrow – yet exceedingly grippy – Pirelli Trofeo tyres.

It responds instantaneously so that you are able to correct mistakes easily, as the car adjusts with great clarity.

A natural on the circuit, this is where the 600LT comes to life – accelerating effortlessly whilst remaining in touch with the driver’s commands.

McLaren have succeeded in personifying the identity of the Sports Series through the 600LT, and its balanced and controlled nature does not deter it from offering an enthralling experience to match the best hypercars.

The 600LT (pictured) is currently for sale with InternationalCollectibles, with many special features including the Senna’s lightweight seats and the unusual amethyst paint, giving it an extra unique look.

Our Summary and Verdict 

The McLaren 600LT is a raw representation of the company at its most extreme, existing purely to deliver the most heart-pounding, adrenaline-pumping sensation possible from a road-legal car.

At first glance, it will catch your eye – especially with that exceptional top-exit exhaust – but actually driving it is what seems to make its users fall in love with it.

It is a product of brave engineering and intrepid design, sculpted for thrill-seekers to enjoy and for petrol heads to be in awe of.

The 600LT lives up to the expectations put in place by its predecessors, and even offers something different through its brilliant control on the track and its unique design quirks.

The McLaren 600LT preserves – and perhaps even strengthens – the legendary tale of the ‘Longtail’.

[Photo Credit: Freddy Atkins – Instagram account @TFJJ]

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Supercar Insurance | How much it cost, Types of Insurance

After reviewing four supercars, Tesla Roadster, 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 S NART Spider, Lamborghini Urus, 2018 Mercedes AMG GT-R,  I've got a lot of questions about car insurance. How much it cost to insure a supercar? What factors determine its price?... Well, today I am going to answer these questions.

What is Car Insurance?

Car insurance is literally a contract between a car owner and an insurance provider that clearly says the latter is protecting the car against financial loss in case of an accident, natural calamity or theft. A monthly or yearly payment is made (usually decided by the insurance company). The cost of the insurance depends on various factors, which we will be covered further in this blog. 

One misunderstanding that people often have is that insurance also covers mechanical expenses also, but no, this is not true. No insurance company in this world would cover your mechanical expenses. Even if you never got into an accident or you have enough money to repair your damaged car, you need to insure your car as it is a law in every country. The only decision you can make is what type of insurance you will want your car to have.

Types of Insurance

Liability Coverage

Liability coverage covers only the car and the driver which you have hit, not you and your car. It will compensate the third party for bodily injury and property damage. 

Uninsured or Underinsured Coverage

Uninsured coverage insures you when the at-fault driver does not have liability coverage. Underinsured coverage covers you when the at-fault driver's liability coverage is too low to cover your damage or medical expenses.

Comprehensive Coverage

Comprehensive coverage is a must-have for many car owners out there. It covers your car from damage caused by theft, fire, vandalism, falling objects, animal damage, hurricane, flood, etc. This type of insurance is not required by law but it might be a good option to go for if the value of the car is high.

Collision Coverage 

Collision coverage, as the name itself says, helps to repair or replace your car in case of an accident with another vehicle or with an object (tree, fence, etc). Usually, this insurance type is required if you're leasing your car.

NOTE: There are many other types of insurance but here I'm covering only those which are mostly used or required by law.

Factors that affect the price of Insurance

Make and Model

The amount of insurance you will need to pay depends on the make and model of your car. A Lamborghini Aventador will cost much more to insure than a Toyota Prius. The reason behind that is that it costs more to repair the Aventador than the Prius. In other words, the higher the value of the car, the more it will cost to insure.

Driving History

If your driving history is clean, then expect to pay less for insurance than one that has a lot of tickets and penalties on the list. This is because the insurance company is sure that the one whose driving history is clean, will be having fewer accidents and thus will claim less from the insurance. 

Age and Gender

Age and gender play a crucial role in the amount of insurance you will need to pay. For instance, it will cost more for an 18 years old boy to insure a Ferrari F12 than a 40 years old man who already has two Ferraris and a Lamborghini in his garage. The 18 years old boy will tend to be less careful on the road and might end up in accidents quite often that the 40 years old man. (This might not be the case for every 18 years old boy as they know the road better and they can handle a Lamborghini better than a 40 years old man nowadays, but this is the way insurance company thinks and we cannot do anything about it).

Annual Mileage

The amount of insurance you will need to pay depends heavily on how much you gonna drive the car. The lesser you drive the car, the lesser you will pay for insurance. Also, the day and time of the day the car will be on the road play a crucial part. A Maserati GranCabrio which will be on the road during peak hours on weekdays will cost more than a McLaren 650s which will be on the road only during weekends. That is because accidents are more likely to happen on a busy road than on a desert road.

How much it cost to insure a supercar?

Well, the exact amount is not possible to know as it depends on all the factors mentioned above, but we can still get an approximate amount. The country in which you are insuring the supercar also will have its effect on the price. After some researches, I've found out that the cheapest place is to insure a supercar is none other than the United Arab Emirates. Yes, you read that well. UAE in some ways is considered as one of the most expensive countries to live in but who knew that to insure a supercar there, it costs only 0.5% to 3% of the value of the car. Usually, convertible supercar pays about 3% of the value and is more expensive to insure than a non-convertible supercar. A less known fact about Dubai is that it is more expensive to insure older 4x4 that is to insure a supercar. A 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero insurance will be 10% of the original car value.

Here are some supercars and how much will it cost to insure them:

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport

The Bugatti Veyron Super Sport is a quad-turbo 8.0L W16 producing 1200 hp and 1100 lb-ft of torque. It has a top speed of 253 mph. 0-60 mph happens in just 2.4s. Its price is around $2M (if you go for complete naked carbon fibre body, that will add another whopping $400,000 to the price). To get this beast insured, it will cost you approximately $40,000 per year.

Lamborghini Aventador

A 6.5L V12 powers the 7-speed automated manual transmission and all-wheel drive Lamborghini Aventador which produces 740 hp and 509 lb-ft of torque. A top speed of 217 mph is recorded and it will do 0-60 mph in 2.7s. The Aventador starts at $450,000. It will set you back approximately $10,000 per year to keep it on the road.

Maserati GranCabrio 

The Maserati GranCabrio is powered by a 4.7L V8 making 434 hp and 361 lb-ft of torque. 0-60 mph will happen in about 5.2s and it has a top speed of 183 mph. The GranCabrio price starts at $123,200. Getting your Maserati insured will cost you approximately $4000 per year.

There you go, how much will it cost to insure a supercar. Let me know in the comments section below your thoughts about supercar insurance and if you are willing to get a supercar after taking into consideration all the costs. 

Mercedes AMG GTR | Review, Specifications, Price and Competitors

Overview

Superior performance, exquisite style, cutting-edge technology... This is what comes to our mind whenever we hear Mercedes. And once again, we are right with the 2018 Mercedes AMG GT-R. A supercar which has all the latest technology and luxury has but at the same time, a lot of raw power to push back to your seat. In fact, Mercedes-AMG has never put so much motorsport technology in a production car before. 

The new Mercedes AMG GT-R is the latest addition to the GT series. The first Mercedes AMG GT was released back in 2014 followed by the Mercedes AMG GT-C. The Mercedes AMG GT replaced its predecessor the Mercedes SLS AMG, produced from 2010 to 2014. 

The new Mercedes AMG GT-R has better aerodynamics and downforce compared to the AMG GT and AMG GT-C. The front fender is also a completely new one (more of that in the designs section below).

Specifications

Designs

The Mercedes AMG GT-R's design is from the original AMG GT but with some updates to it. The lightweight high-strength aluminium body makes the GT-R agiler on the road as well as around the corners. The fixed carbon fibre rear spoiler helps in the aerodynamics of the car, eliminating unnecessary lifts during acceleration. There are two types of carbon fibre package which you can choose from when ordering your GT-R. Active air intakes on the sides of the car, on the front and back also improves the active aerodynamics of the car. Apart from the sleek body, the new AMG Panamericana grille strikes the most attention. The 15 chrome-plated vertical fins definitely make the car look more aggressive and menacing. The car is often referred to as 'The Beast of The Green Hell' as it has spent most of its development time in the 'Green Hell' of the Nürburgring racetrack and it has conquered the track with ease.

Engine

Under the hood of the Mercedes AMG GT-R is a 4.0L Biturbo V8 (3982cc) producing 577 horsepower at 6250 rpm and 516 lb-ft of torque at 5500 rpm. Its power is slightly more than the AMG GT and the AMG GT-C. The rear wheel drive (RWD) AMG GT-R has a seven-speed AMG Speedshift DCT. The car will do 0-60 mph in just 3.5 seconds and a quarter mile in 11.2 seconds.  The beast makes use of electronic steering actuators to move each wheel independently up to 1.5 degrees in each direction. The Mercedes AMG GT-R has a top speed of 198 mph.

Fuel Consumption

Apart from being a supercar and a luxury car at the same time, the Mercedes AMG GT-R is also good at fuel consumption. In the city, the car will do 15 miles per gallon and on the highway, it should usually do 20 miles per gallon. These figures look very good, considering the AMG GT-R to be a luxury car for the racetrack with a big V8 under the hood.  

Interior

Inside the Mercedes AMG GT-R, there is no compromise on luxury or technology. You will find leather, Alcantara and carbon fibre mostly everywhere. There is no cheap plastic anywhere at all. The car is packed with a lot of technology, from collision prevention assist plus to heated power folding mirrors with logo projectors (optional), the AMG GT-R has it all. Even though it is a two-seater supercar, it has a surprisingly high amount of airbags, eight in total. The car is equipped with the AMG Drive unit with E-select. You can control virtually everything on the 8.4-inch display with the touchpad controller in the centre console. The AMG GT-R is primarily equipped with a lightweight 4-speaker sound system but you can upgrade that to a Burmester High-End sound system.

The Mercedes AMG GT-R also comes with attention assist, LED daytime running lights, adaptive highbeam assist, Parktronic, rearview camera, adaptive braking, ABS, brake Assist (BAS), Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Smartkey, Distronic plus (optional), blind spot assist (optional), included in the base price.

Let's take a moment to look at the cargo space of the car. The AMG GT-R has a 10.1 cu ft of trunk capacity, bear in mind that it is a supercar. 

Price

The Mercedes AMG-GTR price starts at $157,000 (MSRP*). Personally, I think the Mercedes AMG GT-R is a great bargain for that price. Let's wait and see how much I will be worth after some years. 

Competitors

2018 Porsche 911 GT3 

The best competitor to the Mercedes AMG GT-R is none other than the Porsche 911 GT3. A lightweight supercar which is very nimble around corners and on the racetrack. It has a 4.0L direct fuel injection (DFI) flat-six producing 500 hp at 8250 rpm and  339 lb-ft of torque. The GT3 will do 0-60 mph in just 3.2 seconds (PDK) and around 3.8 seconds (manual). Both an automatic (PDK) and manual transmission will be available for the new generation Porsche GT3. The PDK will go up to 197 mph whereas the manual's top speed will reach 198 mph.

The Porsche 911 GT3 is much more about the corners and driving fun than in a straight-line acceleration. Come on, who will want to buy a supercar that is very fast in acceleration but around corners, it can easily kill you. Porsche is all about the fun during the journey. The rear-wheel steering system has been kept the same as in the 2014 GT3. You can upgrade to the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) for around $8000 (If you do, you won't regret it). As every Porsche, there are lots of options available because they want to reduce the base price. Rear view camera, parking sensors, satellite navigation among others are all options on the Porsche 911 GT3.

The interior of the Porsche 911 GT3 is quite boring compared to the Mercedes AMG GT-R. The AMG GT-R is all above the luxury, comfort and technology whereas the 911 GT3 is all about weight saving and performance.

The base price of the 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 is around $144,650. It might be less than its rival but the AMG GT-R is equipped with much more at base price than the GT3. In the end, we need to see how much these cars will depreciate in value over the years.

There you have it the new Mercedes AMG GT-R in its full glory. Let me know in the comments section below your thoughts about the AMG GT-R and which car you will prefer to own.

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF: 5 Important Feature You Should Know About This Car

Mazda isn’t going to build a coupe version of its iconic MX-5 Miata roadster, so please stop asking. What it will do is try to dip back into the nearly 50/50 split it had on the previous-generation Miata between soft-top and power-retractable hardtop models by way of the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF. Those two letters stand for ‘retractable fastback,’ and signal to buyers that this unique take on open-air motoring is as close to a fixed-roof Miata as you’ll find in the automaker’s current showroom.

Not quite a coupe and certainly not a traditional convertible, is the RF charming enough to attract the same level of interest from Miata buyers as the now-departed PRHT did? Check out these 5 things you need to know about the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF. 

1. Stunning Looks, With The Top Up

The only Miata ‘coupe’ to ever leave the factory was based on the second-generation NB version of the car, a concept vehicle that most recently made the rounds of the show circuit in a bid to drum up excitement for the RF’ launch. Without a doubt, the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF is a far better looking automobile from almost every angle – as long as the top is in place. The flying buttress design of the car’s rear pillars, its deeply-inset rear glass, and the smooth curve of its roofline work perfectly with the rising rear fenders and the curled-lip of a deck lid (no surprise given that the retractable fastback concept was in the mix from the very beginning of the latest Miata’s development). My Club model also rode on distinctive BBS rims hiding red Brembo calipers, both of which played nice with the car’s Machine Gray Metallic paint.

With the top open the esthetic gets a bit more muddled. Seen head on or from the back the car makes a decent enough impression, although the glass wind-breaker sitting under the roof arch is somewhat busy. In profile, however, the MX-5 Miata RF looks stubby somehow, almost unfinished. Short-wheelbase targa-style designs like this one always remind me of the Honda Del Sol or the Fiat X1/9, vehicles whose proportions just didn’t feel like a good match for the two feet of open air above the cockpit. It’s not an ugly car with the roof open by any means, but the difference in grace and form between coupe and convertible modes is noticeable.

2. Just As Exciting To Drive As The Soft-Top Miata

The Mazda MX-5 Miata is one of the most fun-to-drive automobiles on the market, and the RF does nothing to appreciably dilute this reputation in a street setting. With a lightweight design (just over 2,400 lbs as tested), a 155 horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, and a friendly chassis, the MX-5 Miata RF can be run through its six forward gears with relative abandon, generating thrills while staying within legal speed limits. My tester came with a manual transmission, but there’s a six-speed automatic also available for those who want to enjoy a more relaxed Miata experience. You’re looking at 60-mph from a standing start in just a tick over six seconds, but you owe it to yourself to unleash the RF on curving secondary roads rather than just blast around in a straight line. The new hardtop model features improved electric power steering tuning (my biggest complaint with 2016’s soft top) and slightly revised suspension tuning to deal with what I’m about to discuss in the next section. 

3. Heavier And More Complex

Why did Mazda update the MX-5 Miata RF’s swaybars and rear springs? Because it’s heavier. Not monstrously so, of course – 113 lbs – but all of it can be found in the vehicle’s retractable roof panel mechanism, which operates automatically at the touch of a button. There was a weight difference between the soft top and power-retractable hardtop Miatas from the previous generation too, albeit a more modest (77 lbs) one, so this isn’t new territory for Mazda or its customers (and in fact the new roof mechanism borrows substantially from the PRHT).

Still, it gives me pause. Part of the fun of the Miata has always been its vociferous dedication to remaining lighter than almost any other roadster on the market, a trend that continues in 2017 with the astonishing sub-2,300 lbs curb weight of the base MX-5 roadster. The RF is a step in the other direction, its roof a conceit that is not only significantly more complicated in its operation than the unclip-and-toss-back manual soft top, but one that adds weight in pursuit of style and, perhaps, some foul weather fortitude. Despite driving nearly the same, spiritually, the overall RF design decision feels somewhat un-Miata to my sensibilities.

4. RF Design Accentuates Tight Cockpit Feel

One last weird bit of a disparity between roadster and the RF is something I hadn’t anticipated. With the roof up, the MX-5 Miata RF’s cabin feels reasonably-sized, at least for my 5’9″ frame (and it offers the same 4.9 cubic feet of trunk space as the soft-top). Once the roof panel has been auto-magically stowed, however, I couldn’t help but feel hemmed in by the buttresses towering directly above me. The sensation was a strange one that had the net effect of shrinking the cockpit around me and making me acutely aware of its dimensional limitations, in direct contrast to the free and open vibes found in the standard Miata.

5. Is It Worth The $6,640 Price Boost?

The most affordable version of the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF starts at $31,555, which works out to roughly $6,640 more than what you’d pay for the entry-level version of the soft-top. It’s not an apples-to-apples comparison, however, because the RF starts at Club trim, which actually represents the mid-tier version of the standard roadster. Club versus Club, you’re still paying a premium, but it’s a more manageable $2,755.

Still, you’re going to have to shell out more for the RF model, which means you’ll really have to want it to justify spending the extra cash on a car that’s heavier and offers a somewhat more restrictive cabin than its across-the-showroom-floor sibling. Yes, the car looks amazing with the top up, and sure, it adds an extra degree of winter capability to the Miata that’s perhaps missing from the soft-top, but spiritually it’s a lot farther from the power-retractable hardtop model that it would at first seem. It remains to be seen whether the PRHT crowd will flock to the RF, or if will attract a new breed of Miata customers.

Were it my money, I’m split: the RF’s top-up charisma is undeniable, but once it’s down I vastly prefer the open feel of the original roadster design.

The New Audi S5 Sportback Review

The new Audi S5 Sportback combines emotional design and functionality with the road performance of a sports car. It accomplishes the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 4.7 seconds. Its newly developed, turbocharged V6 engine produces 260 kW (354 hp) and consumes just 7.3 liters of fuel per 100 km (32.2 US mpg). With an unladen weight of 1,660 kilograms (3,659.7 lb), the five-door sports coupé is 85 kilograms (187.4 lb) lighter than its predecessor. The sharper exterior design and the numerous S-specific details in the interior underscore its dynamic character.

The 3.0 TFSI
The pulsating heart of the new Audi S5 Sportback is a fundamentally new 3.0 TFSI engine. The direct gasoline injection engine with turbocharging has an output of 260 kW (354 hp) and produces a hefty torque of 500 Nm (368.8 lb-ft) from 1,370 to 4,500 rpm. In terms of power and torque it surpasses the previous model, while its weight and fuel consumption are considerably lower. 


The turbo V6 engine accelerates it from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 4.7 seconds, and on up to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155.3 mph). In the NEDC cycle, the Audi S5 Sportback only consumes 7.3 liters of fuel per 100 km (32.2 US mpg), which equates to 166 grams CO2 per kilometer (267.2 g/mi).

Handling
In the new Audi S5, a fast and smoothly shifting eight-speed tiptronic handles power transmission. The lower gears have short, sporty ratios, while the upper gears are long to reduce revs and fuel consumption. When the driver releases the accelerator pedal at a speed between 55 and 160 km/h (34.2 and 99.4 mph) the automatic transmission switches over to an efficient freewheeling mode.

The quattro permanent all-wheel drive makes a large contribution to the sporty handling. In normal driving, it distributes engine forces with a slight emphasis on the rear wheels - if necessary the bulk of the forces can be directed to the axle with better traction.

Wheel-selective torque control optimizes handling and stability in fast cornering with minimal brake interventions. The optional sport differential actively distributes torque between the rear wheels.

The five-link front and rear suspensions enable significant comfort gains with emphatically sporty response. An alternative to electromechanical power steering is dynamic steering which varies its steering gear ratio according to the driving speed. 18‑inch wheels with size 245/40 tires are standard. Audi Sport also offers 19‑inch wheels. At the front wheels, the ventilated brake discs are 350 mm (13.8 in) in diameter. They are gripped by black (or optionally red) painted six-piston fixed calipers with S lettering.

The Audi S5 Sportback is fitted with newly developed S sport suspension. It features five-link suspension at both front and rear. The axle principle enables optimal absorption of longitudinal and transverse forces. The Audi drive select handling system integrates what is referred to as adaptive CDC (continuous damping control) dampers along with the engine, steering, tiptronic and optional sport differential. This lets the driver control the characteristics of the engine and suspension over several modes.

Truly impressive: infotainment and Audi connect
The infotainment system in the new sports coupé is bang up to date. MMI navigation plus with MMI touch and an 8.3‑inch monitor top the infotainment range. MMI touch has a touchpad for zooming and scrolling and for entering characters. The system integrates the Audi connect hardware component, which connects the new S5 Sportback to the internet via LTE.


One highlight is the optional Audi virtual cockpit. It displays all key information in razor-sharp graphics on its 12.3-inch monitor. Views available to the driver include a sport mode centered around the tachometer.

The Audi phone box, another optional feature, connects smartphones to the on-board antenna by near-field coupling and simultaneously charges them inductively using the Qi standard. The Audi tablet serves as a flexible Rear Seat Entertainment device. For very discerning hi-fi fans, the Bang & Olufsen Sound System with its new 3D sound is available. The Audi smartphone interface brings Apple CarPlay and Android Auto into the car.

Leading role: driver assistance systems
The new Audi S5 Sportback is at the forefront of its segment with a wide range of driver assistance systems. The systems come from the premium class. Their intelligent interplay represents another step on the road to piloted driving. Audi offers the same systems for the S5 Sportback and for the A5 Sportback.

Sporty understatement: exterior design
The appearance of the new S5 Sportback is sporty but not ostentatious. The bumper, air inlets and side sills feature distinctive contours. Many of the add-on parts are painted in graduated tones of matt gray. Aluminum inlays accentuate the design. The exterior mirror housings shine in an aluminum look. The rear bumper integrates a black honeycomb grille, aluminum diffuser trim and four tailpipes. A spoiler lip in body color adorns the separating edge of the luggage compartment lid.

Equipment
The new Audi S5 Sportback will be available on the European market from the start of 2017. Its extensive list of standard equipment includes LED headlights, 18-inch cast aluminum wheels, an eight-speed tiptronic and quattro all-wheel drive. The price is EUR 62,500.

Tesla's Much-Awaited, Lower-Priced Model 3 Will Officially Debuts On 7th July

The first-ever mass-market Tesla should roll out of the factory this week.

CEO Elon Musk tweeted late Sunday that the company's Model 3 car "passed all regulatory requirements for production two weeks ahead of schedule. Expecting to complete SN1 on Friday," using an abbreviation for serial number one. 

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Musk also tweeted that production would increase "exponentially," with 100 cars in August, more than 1,500 in September and 20,000 per month in December. Musk also announced a July 28 "handover party" for the first thirty buyers of the Model 3.

As we has reported, the fully-electric Model 3 is expected to cover a range of 215 miles on one charge and, most notably, sell at a sticker price of $35,000 (or $27,500 after federal electric car tax credits). Until now, Tesla has only sold luxury cars at luxury prices, beginning — on the low end — at roughly double the Model 3's price.

A successful rollout of the Model 3 is crucial for Tesla, not only for Musk's so-called "master plan" of moving consumers to sustainable energy sources, but also for the company's financial future.

Excitement about the Model 3 has driven Tesla's stock price up 67% during 2017, and as we've reported, Tesla recently surpassed Ford in market value. But Tesla has also lost $2.3 billion in the past five years. In fact, the company made news last October, as NPR's Sonari Glinton reported, for posting only the second ever profitable quarter in its 14 year history. (The company continued to post losses in fourth quarter of 2016 and the first quarter of 2017.)

One of the more formidable challenges Tesla faces will be scaling up production. Musk set a goal of producing 500,000 vehicles a year in 2018, or more than 40,000 per month. For scale, that is about 15,000 more than it produced in the entire first quarter of this year.