McLaren XE

This year has brought significant changes to McLaren. The first Arthur with a hybrid V6 engine, the abandonment of the Sport Series model, the entry of McLaren Racing into the Extreme E competition next year with the McLaren XE model, are just some of the news from McLaren.

McLaren posted a teaser on Instagram dated November 3, 2021. and the hashtag #McLarenXE, which definitely announces the arrival of a racing electric SUV for the Extreme E competition. The teaser hints at the look of the top half of the SUV, and muscular fenders are also visible, as well as cutouts for the headlights. The body points to a matte black color.

The bodywork obviously hides huge off-road tires. Also, McLaren has released a side profile teaser that reveals narrow windows as well as rear wheel arches that rise high. It is clear that the electric car has a large ground clearance. The racing XE could hint at what the future McLaren SUV will look like, provided it ever goes into series production.

There are no technical details yet. The Extreme E-SUV Odyssey 21 introduced in 2019 specifically for the Extreme E competition could be a guide to the new McLaren XE. The Odyssey 21 is powered by a 536 hp (400 kW) electric motor. Reaches 62 mph in 4.5 seconds.

Source: McLaren via instagram

1970 Dodge Charger Hellraiser with 1,000 hp

The Dodge Charger is in itself a special car, especially the second generation from the late 1960s. It is the dream car for all fans of the American sports car. Now it is being introduced into the new millennium by SpeedKore with the 1970 Dodge Charger Hellraiser.

The Dodge Charger Hellraiser is a car that combines retro elements with modern technology in the best way. It is made of carbon fiber with Gloss Clear Coat finish. It is equipped with a custom exhaust system, front grille and decorative aluminum parts with a titanium finish and upgraded suspension.

Inside, the Recaro GT Sportster seats are upholstered in contrasting red and black leather. There are also multi-point harnesses and a 14-point roll cage.

Under the hood is a 7.0-liter Hellephant 426 Hemi Crate engine with 1,000 hp (735 kW) and 950 lb-ft (1,288 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with an eight-speed ZF 8HP90 automatic transmission. It rides on 19-inch (front) and 20-inch (rear) wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 245/35-R19 (front) and 345/30-R20 (rear) tires.

For safe braking and stopping there are Brembo brakes with 6 piston calipers (front) and 4 piston calipers (rear).

Source: SpeedKore

The sustainability of electric vehicles is more than just switching to batteries

At the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26), Mercedes will use it to present the concept of an electric delivery van that improves the environment, the Mercedes Sustaineer model.

The van has particle filters in the front and in the chassis with which it purifies the air regardless of the speed of movement. It is equipped with ceramic-coated discs to reduce the amount of dust in the air and limit brake wear, as well as other environmentally friendly technology.

It is equipped with solar panels on the roof to reduce the need for plug-in charging and increase range, an energy-saving heating system, cameras that monitor road conditions, digital mirrors that offer a better view, as well as biologically active light that keeps the driver awake thanks to lighting similar to daylight.

Inside, the cabin compartment is made of natural straw. Mercedes has also reduced noise pollution thanks to quiet electric drive, low-resistance tires and muffled automatic doors.

The vehicle is currently in the form of a concept, whether it will enter the production phase is currently unknown.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

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