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2023 McLaren 720S GT3 Evo

In 2018, McLaren unveiled its new racing car, the McLaren 720S GT3. Now comes a better version of this model with better aerodynamics and durability called McLaren 720S GT3 Evo.

The car was homologated for the new season, the race car received a new front bumper and splitter allowing teams to quickly change parts. By installing new body parts, additional downforce and stability of the vehicle on the track was created. There is also a new hood, the auxiliary lights have been moved to allow better visibility during night races. At the back, the rear wing is placed slightly higher to further increase downforce.

The McLaren 720S GT3 Evo is fitted with adjustable TTX40 Ohlins shock absorbers, while engineers have made additional changes to the front and rear upper arms, and there are more durable brake discs. When it comes to the powertrain, there is no information for now.

When it comes to other models, McLaren will soon present the new road-going 750S, which is expected to be a coupe in a convertible version. It will be powered by a 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engine with 740 hp, which is 30 hp more than its predecessor, the McLaren 720S. The starting price will be $342,000.

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2023 McLaren 720S GT3 Evo

Source: McLaren

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Mini Cooper SE Convertible limited edition

Last year, the British company Mini presented the Mini Cooper SE Convertible prototype, and now comes the news that this electric car is entering production. Obviously, the first reactions were positive, so the British car manufacturer decided to produce 999 units of this car.

This unique and fully functional electric concept car is powered by an electric motor with 184 hp (135 kW) and 199 lb-ft (270 Nm) of torque. That’s just enough to get the Cooper SE Convertible to 62 mph in 7.3 seconds, and when it comes to range, the convertible has an estimated range of 125 miles / 201 km (WLTP).

“At the moment, every fifth produced Mini is powered by an electric motor only, which was an additional motivation to introduce the electric Cooper SE Convertible into the story from April, which will be offered in a small series only to customers in Europe,” said Stefani Wurst Head of the MINI brand at BMW Group.

The car also has a folding roof that can be retracted up to a speed of 30 km/h. It also shares several body components with the electric “hatchback” Cooper SE and has 17-inch rims that are only available with Mini electric cars.

Last year, the company announced that it is seriously considering a new generation of electric Mini Cooper that will be completely different from the current model. Rumors say that Mini will also offer an electric crossover to the market. Whether that will happen remains to be seen.

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Mini Cooper SE Convertible limited edition

Source: Mini

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Fenix Camaro based on the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Car designer Sean Smith who is known for designing cars for the “Fast and Furious” film franchise and even Rockstar Games, the creator of the game “Grand Theft Auto”. He was recently commissioned to modify an old 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. The result is a masterpiece, the Fenix Camaro.

The car Inspired by Aston Martin, Bentley and Porsche cars, it was ordered by Michael Shields, who agreed with Smith for a sporty GT concept, as well as a drastic increase in power. In the construction, some parts were borrowed from the Corvette model, while a modified RS Fast Track suspension, a unique front and rear part, a special grille, a splitter, a rear diffuser, a rear spoiler made using a 3D printer, 355 mm brake discs with six-piston calipers, and two-piece HRE wheels.

Inside, a complete reconstruction was done thanks to 3D scanning for the needs of creating the dashboard, door panels, center console, and everything is covered in leather.

When it comes to the powertrain, the Fenix Camaro is powered by a 1,180 hp (868 kW) supercharged 7.0L LS V8 engine, tuned by Wegner Motorsports. The engine is paired with a 6-speed Tremac gearbox.

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Fenix Camaro based on the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Source: Sean Smith

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