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The first McLaren SUV could arrive soon

There has been talk for many years about the SUV model at McLaren, and late last year a car teaser was released that could point to something like that. Months later, it turned out to be an electric off-road vehicle that will never be on sale. However, it looks like McLaren will join Ferrari, Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin, and Lamborghini.

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McLaren has been in a financial crisis for a long time, so the production of SUV models, which are becoming more and more popular, could be the solution. It is the electric off-road car that is proof that McLaren has taken this path in small steps. The electric off-road racing vehicle can provide significant insight into energy management and delivery, and given that the Artura hybrid has been delayed for a long time, this information could be valuable for SUVs in the electric future. The question remains, whether the McLaren SUV will be a hybrid or an all-electric car.

Recently, McLaren got a new director, Michael Leiters. He replaced MIke Flewitt who went to Ferrari late last year. Leiters was involved in the development of the Porsche Cayenne and Macan, so his experience could play a key role.

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There is no official information from McLaren about the SUV model, but according to Autocar, the will for such a thing exists. This would bring McLaren closer to the competition by the end of the decade.

Source: Autocar

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McLaren 765LT In Pink

When it comes to money, car manufacturers are ready to fulfill even the craziest customer request. So, one client asked the Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) department to do his new McLaren 765LT in pink.

McLaren 765LT In Pink

The McLaren 765LT is one of the most powerful cars of this company. It is not known how much the special edition, which has already been delivered to its owner, cost. The owner is Jeffree Star, an American youtuber, entertainer, makeup artist, former singer and songwriter and owner of Jeffree Star Cosmetics.

Sure, this unique 765LT wasn’t cheap, but it wasn’t a problem for multimillionaire Jeffree Star, whose property was estemated at $ 200 million.

Whether there was an engine upgrade is not known. The base McLaren 765LT is powered by a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine with 755 hp (555 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a seven-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 62 mph in just 2.8 seconds with a top speed of 205 mph (330 km / h). It is mounted on forged aluminum 19″ and 20″ wheels wrapped in 245 / 35YR19 (front) and 305 / 30YR20 (rear) Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tires.

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Is Audi taking over McLaren?

According to some reports, Audi is taking over McLaren, including the F1 team. This means that Audi could enter the world of the most prestigious car competition, Formula 1.

The news was published by Autocar, and fresh capital would be a good financial injection for McLaren. If Audi did take over the British company, it would own the entire group. That wouldn’t include the McLaren Applied Technology division that was sold last August to another investor. This would give Audi access to advanced technologies and motorsport, while McLaren would solve financial problems.

In an official statement, McLaren dismissed the information, saying: “McLaren’s technology strategy has always included talks and collaborations with relevant partners and suppliers, including other car manufacturers. But there is no change in the ownership structure of the McLaren Group.”

Audi has not yet commented on this announcement.

Source: Autocar