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SV Rover Hypertruck with 1,100 HP

After building the 911 SVSR Hoonipigasus in 2022 in cooperation with Porsche, California-based automotive design and manufacturing firm Scarbo Vintage presented the world’s first street-legal Hypertruck, the SV Rover.

SV Rover sets a new standard in extreme off-road performance. It is equipped with air-ride suspension with user-adjustable height control and valving that enables a pleasant ride, four-wheel steering (standard), Brembo 6-piston brake system with 400 mm carbon ceramic rotors, and 40-inch tires on 20-inch forged wheels.

“The SV Rover represents a new extreme in terms of off-road power, maneuverability and capability. We are thrilled to unveil this revolutionary vehicle, which combines the nostalgia of classic British design with modern American muscle and technology to deliver a driving experience beyond anything this side of a trophy truck,” said Joe Scarbo, CEO of Scarbo Performance.

Inside, the digital cockpit is equipped with a 12.3-inch gauge cluster and 12.8-inch multimedia display, sports seats covered in Alcantara and aluminum details, push-button start, climate controls, power door locks, power windows, and a large cargo area.

When it comes to the powertrain, buyers can choose between a supercharged V8 engine with 1,100 hp (820 kW) and a 750 kW EV powertrain. The V8 engine is paired with an 8-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission. The driver can choose between 2WD and 4WD, as well as front- and rear-locking differentials.

This SV Rover Hypertruck costs $1.5 million.

Source: Scarbo Vintage

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SV Rover Hypertruck with 1,100 HP
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The French government cut subsidies to 4,000 euros

In September 2023, in order to protect domestic vehicle manufacturers, the French government considered a new subsidy decree on subsidizing the purchase of new electric cars. Citizens with low incomes would have subsidies of up to 7,000 euros, while for others it would be 5,000 euros. However, the French government made a new decision that will cut subsidies to 4,000 euros for those with high incomes.

The original decision was changed because it was estimated that the budget of 1.5 billion euros would be insufficient. The new decision cut the subsidy for higher-income buyers by 20 percent to stay within budget and increase the number of electric vehicles on the road. Meanwhile, subsidies for the purchase of electric company cars are also being cut, as are bonuses for the purchase of new cars with internal combustion engines to replace older, more polluting vehicles.

Also, the government halted a new program to subsidize the purchase of leased electric cars for low-income people until the end of the year, after demand far exceeded initial plans. Bonuses for electric vehicles can vary from 2,250 to 9,000 euros, depending on the buyer’s income.

Source: Reuters

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Ferrari 296 GTS made of Lego bricks

In 1932, a Danish carpenter founded the Lego Group, which produced wooden toys. After the end of WWII (in 1947), Lego expanded its production to plastic toys, and two years later began the production of interlocking bricks. Until today, Lego produced interlocking bricks, from which many famous buildings and cars were assembled. Over the years, Lego model cars have become quite sophisticated, and there are more and more life-sized ones like this Ferrari 296 GTS.

A ten-member team took part in the assembly of the Ferrari 296 GTS Lego model, spending 1,850 working hours. Attention was paid to even the smallest details to make the car as realistic as possible. Functional front and rear lights, illuminated number plates, opening doors and the entire interior are all made from Lego bricks, except for the steering wheel that belongs to the real car. The dashboard is made in a combination of beige and black Lego bricks, and there are two deep seats. Even Ferrari’s V6 engine is made of Lego bricks.

It is not known how many Lego bricks were used in the assembly of the car, and it should be noted that this model weighs almost two tons, which is more than the original 296 GTS (1,540 kg).

This isn’t the first life-size car made out of Lego bricks. Earlier we could see Land Rover’s Defender, Ferrari F40, Volvo V70, Ford F-150 Lightning, and Fiat models.

The car is located in Legoland Florida and will be exhibited until March 8.

Source: Legoland Florida

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Ferrari 296 GTS made of Lego bricks