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Here’s Why Everyone At McLaren Loves The 750S’ Exhaust

McLaren’s 2024 750S, as the successor to the impressive 720S, has a lot to live up to. The car maker has made significant updates to ensure that the new supercar is even more thrilling than its predecessor. One important feature is its high-mounted, stainless steel exhaust, which is lighter and produces better sounds than the 720S’ system.

Understanding why the new exhaust is better requires technical knowledge of harmonics. Essentially, engineers have fine-tuned the exhaust to minimize certain sounds that can be undesirable for everyday driving. The new exhaust emphasizes a just-right frequency for a satisfying sound experience, with an added intense sound for spirited driving. Additionally, the new exhaust is smaller and has a revised construction, resulting in a weight saving of 4.8 pounds.


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McLaren 750S Spectrum By MSO Debuts With Vibrant Color Gradient Paint

The McLaren 750S Spectrum Theme by MSO showcases the innovative painting techniques of the brand’s personalization division. One of its latest creations features blue wave designs along the sides of the supercar. Pricing for this unique color option has not been announced.

The Spectrum Theme introduces a captivating gradient effect by using seven different shades of paint and applying stripes to the car’s body. In addition to the blue tones, McLaren plans to offer orange and gray versions of this eye-catching design. The company has developed new paints that combine light and dark tones to achieve the desired color shift.


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McLaren 750S Makes its American Debut by Reaching 204 MPH on Public Road

Former McLaren and Ferrari F1 driver Stefan Johansson recently had the opportunity to drive a McLaren 750S on a beautiful road in Idaho. However, it wasn’t just a leisurely drive through the mountains. Johansson managed to reach speeds over 200 mph on a two-lane highway.

This impressive feat was McLaren’s way of announcing the official arrival of the 750S in North America. It’s worth noting that the road used for this speed demonstration was closed for the occasion. McLaren chose to showcase the car during the 2023 Sun Valley Tour de Force event, where a 3.2-mile stretch of asphalt in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area in Idaho is designated for unrestricted speed runs. In the past, a Bugatti Chiron managed to reach a top speed of 253 mph on the same road. Although Johansson didn’t quite match that level of insanity, he did manage to briefly bring the McLaren 750S to a speed of 204 mph – quite an achievement for the new supercar.


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New McLaren 750S: More Power and Enhanced Chassis

The McLaren 750S is the updated version of the popular 720S, offering improved performance and a redesigned chassis. Available in both hard-top and Spider models, this supercar aims to set a new benchmark in its segment, providing better usability and increased enjoyment for drivers.

As the name suggests, the 750S boasts a power increase over its predecessor, delivering 750PS (740bhp). With a weight reduction of 30kg, bringing it down to 1277kg dry, the car achieves a segment-leading power-to-weight ratio of 579bhp per tonne. The closest competitor, the Ferrari 296 GTB plug-in hybrid, claims a ratio of 552bhp per tonne.

Additionally, the McLaren 750S is the lightest road car produced by McLaren, weighing just 79kg more than the track-focused Senna hypercar without fluids.

The weight-saving measures include carbon fibre-shelled alloys that save 13.8kg, 17.5kg lighter carbon-shelled race seats, and a trimmed instrument cluster that contributes a 1.6kg reduction.

The car’s enhanced performance, combined with a shorter final drive ratio, allows for 10% faster acceleration compared to the 720S. It can go from 0-62mph in 2.8 seconds and reach 186mph in only 4.4 seconds. However, the top speed is slightly lower at 206mph.

The twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 engine has undergone subtle yet effective improvements. It features a new triple-layer head gasket, new twin fuel pumps, higher-pressure turbos, and lighter pistons. Additionally, a standard sports exhaust system, exiting through the center of the rear deck like the P1 hypercar, reduces weight by 2.2kg and produces a new and distinct sound.

To enhance the driver’s connection and engagement, the engine mounts have been modified, providing a heightened sense of connection. Furthermore, the car offers an optional glass decklid that allows a view of the engine.