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McLaren MP4-20 Launched For 2014 Season

The McLaren MP4-20 was introduced amid an exceptional change within the team itself, according to a recent motorsport.com report The aspirated engine has been replaced with a 1.6-liter V6 engine that integrates turbo-compounding and turbo-charging, a remarkable energy recovery system and fuel-flow restrictions. These modifications allow teams to take advantage of conventional internal combustion and electric engines. It also highlights the relevance of Formula 1 as a trailblazer in vehicle tech. In addition to the changes to its latest Formula 1 offering, McLaren has incorporated numerous adjustments due to new regulations while developing better and stimulating potential partnerships. The team implemented practical modifications to its approach to technical challenges following… Continue Reading »

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Office-K Modifies Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is an impressive supercar featuring a hand-built super-charged V8 engine producing 617HP of power at 6,500 RPM along with 575 lb-ft of torque. Its chassis and body shell composed of durable carbon fiber composites. Its swing-wing doors swing upward and forward at a wide angle. It also features an arrow-shaped nose that was inspired by Formula 1 cars along with a twin-fin front spoiler. The four-position Airbrake of the SLR McLaren offers an enhanced braking power while maintaining stability as it brakes at high speeds. The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is a joint project of McLaren Automotive and Mercedes-Benz. The vehicle was developed during the time when… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz McLaren SLR 722S Available In The Market

The 5.4-liter all-aluminum super-charged V8 engine of an average Mercedes-Benz McLaren SLR offers a total power of 617HP and torque of 580 lb-ft. This may be more than enough for a good number of people. However, others may feel the need for speed and power. The luxury vehicle manufacturer later offered the Mercedes-Benz McLaren SLR 722 Edition. The supercar came with an upgraded version of the engine, which featured a power output of 640HP and toque of 600 lb-ft for only 4000 rpm. This is similar to what is offered by the Lamborghini Murcielago LP 640. The 722S was later offered by the company. The 722S is considered an enhanced… Continue Reading »

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Aston Martin Introduces the CC100 During Its Centennial Celebration

As part of the centennial celebration of Aston Martin, the company unveiled its CC100 Speedster concept last May 19 at the Nordschliefe. According to Autoblog, the two-seater concept car is packed with a 6.0-liter V12 engine with six-speed sequential manual paddleshift gearbox. It is capable of going from zero to 60mph in just a span of four seconds. Then, its top speed is limited to 180mph. On the other hand, the armor of the car is made up of carbon fiber materials. However, the design of the car is very much similar to the Mercedes-Benz McLaren SLR Stirling Moss which was launched in 2009. Well, it’s no surprise anyway since… Continue Reading »

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A Chance To Get Close and Personal With Mercedes-McLaren

The McLaren channel has recently posted a video inviting the public to enter a competition where the prize will be a complete access tour to the team’s pit at the 2013 U.S. Grand Prix. To be held on the weekend of November 15, the race will be at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin. The attached video is a whimsical look at how close and personal you can get to the team. Coming home from work, the main character is met by a hive of activity, from a pretty girl holding a pit board to mechanics assembling an engine on the dining table, and the team’s chef preparing dinner…. Continue Reading »

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F1: Lewis Hamilton and His Malaysian GP Pit Stop Gaffe

Lewis Hamilton scored his first podium finish for the Mercedes AMG Petronas team on Sunday at the 2013 Malaysian Grand Prix, incidentally the team’s home race. While the newcomer had a great race overall, he did have one funny moment on the circuit. On his first pit stop, a tire change in Lap 8, the former McLaren driver actually went into the McLaren pit stop box, which many of course found amusing. The gaffe prompted these tweets from McLaren’s official Twitter account: Smiles in the garage after a well-worked double pitstop with an unexpected twist. #F1 — McLaren (@TheFifthDriver) March 24, 2013 Feel free to pop in and say “hi”… Continue Reading »

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Mika Hakkinen: Mercedes Will Not Likely Come On Top

According to BBC, two-time Formula 1 Champion Mika Hakkinen stated that Mercedes-Benz will unlikely come on top this season. He said that the speed of their car is not enough to catapult them to the peak of the rankings. The 1998 and 1999 champ added that McLaren seems to be in its great form this year so they will definitely get the top position. David Coulthard does not share his former teammate’s view though. He thinks that the Mercedes-Benz has a great engine plus a lot of talented people. So, if the team will get to perfect their car’s aero package, Lewis Hamilton will have a great chance of winning… Continue Reading »

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