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2023 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe

The second generation Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe is currently in the testing phase. The new photos show a test model on the Nürburgring Nordschleife that was brought in a truck in order to hide the design of the new model as much as possible.

The car is covered with camouflage, so it is difficult to see the exact details. It is assumed that the design will be reminiscent of the SL Roadster, which Mercedes revived under AMG in late 2021, but with some revolutionary design details. Anyway, it is certain that each model will have its own audience that will enjoy the driving experience, claims Mercedes.

When it comes to the drivetrain, there is no accurate information. The entry GT 53 should be powered by a 4.0L biturbo V8 engine with 470 hp (350 kW) and 512 lb-ft (694 Nm) of torque, like the Mercedes-AMG SL, which is enough to accelerate to 62 mph in 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 183 mph (295 km / h). The more powerful version of the GT 63 should have 577 hp (430 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque, which is enough to reach 62 mph in 3.6 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph (315 km / h).

Recently, spy photos from the snowy roads of the north were published where the capabilities of the new Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe were tested.

Source: Automedia

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Toyota GR Corolla

After GR Yaris, Toyota and Gazoo Racing used the same recipe and created the long-awaited GR Corolla that will delight fans of pure C-segment sports cars.

The car is equipped with aluminum doors and bonnet. With the Circuit Edition package comes a carbon roof, but also Torsen differentials with a mechanically limited lock. Price and performance data have not yet been released, and the first copies should arrive in showrooms in the second half of the year. Unfortunately, the car will not be offered in Europe.

Under the hood will be an upgraded 1.6-liter three-cylinder turbo petrol engine (G16E-GTS) with 300 hp (221 kW) @ 6,500 rpm and 273 lb-ft (370 Nm) of torque. The same Gazoo Racing engine premiered at GR Yaris. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission with a ‘rev-matching’ function. It is mounted on lightweight reinforced 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 235/40 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires.

For efficient braking and stopping, there are brakes with 356 mm discs (front) and 297 mm discs (rear).

Source: Toyota

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Koenigsegg and Rimac are working together on a new hypercar

The news that Koenigsegg and Rimac Automobili will work together on a new electric hypercar surprised many. Earlier, Koenigsegg CEO Christian von Koenigsegg said the company did not want to produce an electric car. However, his opinion seems to have changed after the news that Koenigsegg will work with Rimac Automobili to develop “Project Spöke.”

For now, there are no photos of the still unnamed electric hypercar. Koenigsegg seems to want everyone to know that Project Spöke is coming. The car will be powered by Koenigsegg’s electric motors. Those who are better acquainted with the events in Koenigsegg are familiar with the company’s inverter David and the electric motor Quark from the Gemer model equipped with Rimac batteries.

With the new car, Koenigsegg wants to improve its current offering. The hypercar will be equipped with a Rimac battery, and it is the same technology used for the Rimac Nevera and Pininfarina Batista models. The combination is perfect, and the 800-volt technology provides an impressive charging speed. Unofficially, the hypercar could easily develop 2,000 hp.

More information about the car is expected by April next year, and potential confidential buyers have already received teasers.

Source: Koenigsegg