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Rimac Nevera is ready for the European and U.S. market

Founder and owner of Rimac Automobili, Mate Rimac announced today that the long-running homologation process has finally been completed, and that Nevera is the first US & EU certified electric hypercar.

The last test, a side impact, was also attended by Matt Watson from the YouTube channel Carwow. He posted a video on his YouTube channel explaining the process of testing the $ 2 million car. Nevera showed more in testing than they predicted in Rimac Automobili.

After 45 crash tests and nine destroyed cars, Rimac said that the cars for Europe are ready and that delivery should start soon. Some smaller tests remain for the American market. All Rimac Nevera examples will be produced in a brand-new production facility on the new production line.

Also, Rimac did not hide his excitement that the cars will soon reach customers around the world.

Source: Carwow via YouTube / Mate Rimac via Facebook

News, Tuning

OPUS R777 GT R with 900 HP

After improving the performance of the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series last year, German tuner OPUS Automotive is now back with an improved version of the GT R called the R777 GT R.

The car is equipped with improved suspension that provides better stability in all driving situations, rear spoiler like the one used by AMG GT4 race cars which increases downforce, carbon front vents (which makes the front of the car look even more aggressive), improved brake cooling system, brake calipers high performance, and 19 inch and 20 inch wheels wrapped in Michelin Cup2 R tires.

The R777 GT is powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine with 777 hp (571 kW) and 625 lb-ft (847 Nm) of torque. This is a significant increase in power compared to the base model, which has 577 hp (424 kW) and 516 lb-ft (700 Nm) of torque. This has been achieved through the installation of improved turbochargers, sports catalysts, improved intercoolers and new engine and transmission software. Opus pointed out that torque is limited due to the durability of the drive.

If 777 hp is not enough for someone, the tuner offers a special equipment kit that increases power to more than 900 hp.

Source: Opus Automotive

News

2023 Porsche Macan T is coming soon

So far, Porsche has only offered the T version in combination with the 718 and 911. Now that will change, as Porsche has announced that from spring, the Macan will get its T (Touring) version, which will be positioned below the Macan S.

It is painted in Agate Gray Metallic, while the side windows, side blades and exhaust pipes are black, with a black Macan T inscription. Inside, the heated seats are upholstered in black leather with contrasting gray stitching and the Porsche logo on the headrest. It will share a lot with Macan and Macan S, inside and out.

The Macan T is powered by a 2.0-liter inline-four turbo petrol engine with 261 hp (192 kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic (PDK) transmission. Reaches 60 mph in 5.8 seconds with a top speed of 144 mph (232 km / h). It is mounted on 20 inch wheels instead of the 19 inch used by the base Macan.

It is unknown at this time how much the Macan T will cost. It will be introduced in the spring of this year as a 2023 model.

Source: Porsche