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The Ferrari F80 is the most powerful Ferrari ever

The Ferrari F80 is a new supercar from the Maranello-based company that will be produced from the end of 2025 to 2027, and the price of each of the 799 examples is 3.6 million euros.

The F80 was created at the Ferrari Styling Center in Maranello and features retro headlights inspired by the Daytona model, rear wheel arches reminiscent of the F40, an asymmetric monocoque chassis made of carbon fiber and composite materials, while the roof is completely carbon. It is slightly lower than the LaFerrari and has active aerodynamics that make its rear unique.

Most of the aerodynamic solutions are taken from Formula 1. At the front, there are S-Duct channels that create 450 kg of downforce only on the front axle at a speed of 250 km/h. Thanks to an active wing and a massive 180 cm diffuser, the F80 creates 590 kg of downforce back, which is more than 1,000 kg in total at a speed of 250 km/h.

Inside, it has a traditional two-seat configuration and a driver-focused cockpit, which Ferrari says is the “1+” configuration. The control panel faces the driver, and he sits in a bright red sports adjustable seat, while the passenger’s seat is fixed.

Ferrari also offers active safety equipment such as automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, automatic high beams and a traffic sign recognition system.

The powertrain has undergone the biggest change. The V12 engine is no longer an option. It was replaced by a V6 twin-turbo engine paired with three electric motors with a total power of 1,200 hp (882 kW). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 2.15 seconds with a top speed of more than 350 km/h (217 mph). Ignition and injection timing were modified and combustion chamber pressure was increased by 20 percent compared to the 296. Thanks to that, the V6 engine spins at a maximum of 9,000 rpm. The engine was mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, which was specially calibrated to handle the additional pressure. The car sits on 20″ and 21″ wheels wrapped in 285/30 R20 front and 345/30 R21 rear Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 or Pilot Sport Cup 2R tires.

There are two electric motors plus an inverter and an integrated cooling system on the front axle, while the third motor is located at the back. The two front motors enable torque distribution and can send up to 210 kW back to the front axle via regenerative braking. The rear-mounted electric motor powers the gasoline engine, recovering energy and adding torque when needed. It also provides more than 80 hp and can recover 70 kW of energy in regeneration mode. All three electric motors are connected to an 800-volt lithium-cell 2.3 kWh battery, and produce a total power of 330 hp.

The driver can choose between three modes: Hybrid, Performance and Qualify. There is no fully electric mode, but hybrid prioritizes energy recovery and battery charging, while Performance mode consumes more energy by keeping the battery at 70 percent charge. The Qualify mod unleashes the full power of the F80. There is also a new Boost Optimization technology that can be used in Performance and Qualify modes. After a test lap, Boost Optimization will recognize certain areas of the track where it can provide more power, and distribute the power in an optimal way.

The F80 has an active Multimatica suspension that ensures a stable aerodynamic platform. The CCM-R Plus brake technology, developed in cooperation with the Brembo company, is in charge of stopping. Advanced carbon brakes use longer fibers that improve mechanical strength over traditional carbon brakes by 100 percent, while improving thermal connectivity by 300 percent.

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2025 McLaren W1 Limited Edition

Recently, McLaren unveiled its new super sports car, the McLaren W1. It is a super powerful successor to the F1 and McLaren P1 supercars.

McLaren W1 is the British brand’s most powerful car powered by a new 4-liter biturbo engine (MPH-8) with 929 hp (683 kW) at 9,200 rpm combined with an electric motor with a power of 347 hp (255 kW). Total power is 1,276 hp (938 kW) and 988 lb-ft (1,340 Nm) of torque, which is enough to push the car from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 2.8 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 350 km /h (217 mph). Power is sent to the rear wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission with an electronic differential lock.

The car is equipped with an adaptive suspension with three work programs (Comfort, Sport and Race) that provide unforgettable fun, adaptive body components with which the level of grip can be changed. The McLaren W1 weighs 1,399 kg, which means that it is only 4 kg heavier than the P1 model, and thanks to the high-capacity carbon-ceramic brakes, it only takes 29 meters to stop from 100 km/h.

McLaren will produce only 399 units of this supercar, and each car costs 1.95 million euros. All cars are already reserved.

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2025 Bentley Flying Spur Speed

In 2005, Bentley began production of its full-size car, the Flying Spur. Almost two decades later, the fourth generation of this model arrived on the market as the ultra-luxury sedan Bentley Flying Spur Speed.

At first glance, many will say that this generation is identical to the previous one. However, the Speed ​​is still different from the previous model. It is equipped with Bentley Performance Active chassis, four-wheel steering system, Bentley Dynamic Ride suspension, active torque distribution system and electronically controlled limited slip differential. All this allows for better handling in aggressive driving, but also significantly improved comfort when cruising, and the driver can choose between Comfort, Bentley or Sport mode.

Bentley offers many different configurations, colors and shade combinations, 700 leather combinations, wood choices and much more. Passengers can now enjoy front seats with an integrated Active Bat Transducers system, Wellness Seating Specification for all four seats, which ensures passengers stay relaxed and refreshed. This function together with body position adjustment and automatic seat climate ensures maximum comfort by optimizing body temperature and also adjusts the pressure on the muscles to eliminate fatigue during long drives. There is also a Naim system with 19 speakers and a power of 2,200W, an air conditioning system with air ionizers, a particle filter and smart integration with the navigation system. Over-the-air upgrades will bring new features including a “green light prediction” system to help the driver navigate urban environments more easily.

When it comes to the powertrain, Bentley ditched the 600 hp 6.0-liter W12 engine and replaced it with a new plug-in hybrid 4.0-L V8 twin-turbo engine with 600 hp (441 kW) and a single electric motor (190 hp/140 kW) with a total output of 782 hp (575 kW) and 737 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque. That’s enough to accelerate the Speed ​​from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, which is 0.3 seconds slower than the old model. It is equipped with a 25.9 kWh battery that enables a range of 76 kilometers. The battery can be fully charged in 2 hours and 45 minutes.

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