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Rimac Focusing on Reducing Weight in Future Cars and Exploring Track Specials

Rimac Automobili, fresh off its record-breaking performance at the Nurburgring with the Nevera, is looking for ways to further improve its performance. One area of focus is reducing weight in its future electric supercars, especially if Rimac wants to enter the racing scene.

During a celebration of the Nevera Time Attack special edition at The Quail, Chief Technology Officer Emilio Scervo discussed the possibility of a track version of the Nevera. He stated that the company should focus on making it lighter and explore other tweaks to enhance its stiffness and driver connection.

While Scervo did not confirm the development of track-only sports cars like the Maserati MCXtrema, he acknowledged the potential areas for improvement in the Nevera. Lighter-weight electrical components and a battery that resists range degradation during full-acceleration moments could contribute to reducing the car’s weight further.

The current weight of the Nevera is 5,071 pounds, but despite its heft, it remains one of the fastest vehicles available. A test drive during last year’s Monterey Car Week demonstrated the car’s incredible acceleration, reaching 60 mph in just 1.9 seconds. The Nevera also impressed with its exceptional grip and responsive handling, enabling higher cornering speeds than initially expected.

The Nevera’s performance at the Nurburgring validated its capabilities, setting a new lap record for production EVs. It completed a lap in 7 minutes and 5.298 seconds, surpassing the previous record held by the Tesla Model S Plaid with the Track package. Scervo’s comments suggest that there is still potential for even greater performance from the Nevera.

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Lamborghini Celebrates 60 Years at Salon Privé

Lamborghini is celebrating its 60th anniversary at Salon Privé by showcasing the Revuelto, the brand’s first super sports V12 hybrid plug-in High-Performance Electrified Vehicle (HPEV). This event, starting on August 30, will be an exciting experience for car enthusiasts and industry experts.

The Lamborghini Revuelto boasts a powerful 1,001 horsepower, thanks to its innovative combination of a 6.5-liter V12 engine, three electric motors, and a double-clutch gearbox. This all-wheel-drive vehicle offers 13 drive modes, including a fully electric mode that reduces CO2 emissions by 30%. Not only is the Revuelto sustainable, but it also delivers outstanding performance, with the best weight-to-power ratio in Lamborghini’s history. It can accelerate from 0-60mph in just 2.5 seconds and reach top speeds over 217mph.

In addition to the Revuelto, Lamborghini Birmingham will exhibit models from their renowned Huracan and Urus ranges at Salon Privé. The Salon Privé Club Trophy by Lockton on Supercar Saturday will showcase over 70 classic V12 Lamborghinis as well as displays of V8 and V10 models.

Lamborghini’s presence at Salon Privé is a celebration of 60 years of automotive excellence, innovation, and the pursuit of perfection. David Bagley, co-founder and director of Salon Privé, expressed excitement about being part of this year-long celebration. The display of the Lamborghini Revuelto and over 70 classic V12 Lamborghinis highlights the brand’s rich history and promising future.

The Lamborghini 60th anniversary celebrations will be the highlight of Salon Privé Week from August 30 to September 2. The event includes Salon Privé Concours presented by Aviva, Salon Privé Ladies’ Day presented by Boodles, and Salon Privé Supercar Saturday & Club Trophy presented by Lockton. Whether you’re a Lamborghini enthusiast, a technology lover, or someone captivated by luxury cars, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

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McLaren Celebrates 20 Years of Mercedes SLR McLaren with Rare Car Exhibit

In honor of the 20th anniversary of the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, McLaren organized a series of events at its McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) in Woking, UK. These events paid tribute to the car itself as well as the people who played a role in its creation, including several original team members who are still part of the automaker. It’s worth noting that the SLR McLaren was the very first car to be assembled at the MTC.

During the event, visitors had the opportunity to see four outstanding examples of this grand tourer on display. These included the SLR Stirling Moss, SLR by MSO, SLR HDK, and the SLR 722 GT Prototype. These cars were showcased along the MTC Boulevard, accompanied by artifacts that highlighted the car’s development journey. Members of the SLR Club, a global association of Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren owners, were also in attendance, connecting with McLaren team members who played a part in shaping the car’s legacy.


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Kawasaki Motors Is Celebrating 70 Years Of Motorcycle Manufacturing In 2023

Kawasaki Motors is set to commemorate a significant milestone in 2023, the celebration of 70 years of manufacturing motorcycles. The journey began in 1953, just after World War II when Kawasaki Machine Works started producing motorcycle engines.

To mark this achievement, Kawasaki will be hosting special exhibitions in the US and Japan. The US exhibition will take place at the Kawasaki USA Heritage Hall in Foothill Ranch, California, while the Japanese exhibition will be held at the Kawasaki Good Times World in Kobe.

Kawasaki recognizes the importance of the US market, and the exhibition in the US will focus on the history of Kawasaki motorcycles within this market. The brand’s journey in the US began in 1953 with the introduction of the single-cylinder KE-1 motorcycle engine, which faced initial sales challenges.


1953 Kawasaki KE-1 Engine

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In 1966, Kawasaki made a significant move by establishing American Kawasaki Motors, a subsidiary in the US under the leadership of Yoji Hamawaki. Starting with only 10 employees, Hamawaki became the first president of American Kawasaki. Recognizing the unique market in the US, the subsidiary focused on developing models specifically for this market, such as the A1 Samurai 250, H1 500 Mach III, and the iconic Z1 900.

In 1974, Kawasaki made history by building a manufacturing plant in Lincoln, Nebraska, making it the first Japanese manufacturer to build a manufacturing plant in the US for any type of vehicle. Although the plant now produces Kawasaki Jet Skis and side-by-sides instead of motorcycles, it remains an essential part of Kawasaki’s and America’s motorcycle history.

As Kawasaki celebrates 70 years of motorcycle manufacturing, it stands as a testament to the challenges faced by new companies in the industry. Looking ahead, the brand’s integration of new technologies such as electric and hydrogen projects will undoubtedly be fascinating to witness.

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Roland Sands and Royal Enfield Unveils Custom Super Meteor 650 at Sturgis

The annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, celebrating its 83rd anniversary this year, officially began on August 4, 2023, and will continue until August 13, 2023. One of the highlights of the Sturgis festival is the Motorcycles as Art exhibit at the Buffalo Chip. It was at this exhibit that Royal Enfield and Roland Sands Design introduced the very first Super Meteor 650 custom build ever showcased anywhere in the world.

The unveiling of the Royal Enfield x RSD chopper was quite dramatic, as shown in the Instagram video shared by both Enfield and RSD on social media. The bike was concealed in a large wooden crate featuring the Royal Enfield logo. Without any fancy light show or smoke, Roland Sands opted for a burnout to forcefully break open the crate and reveal the bike. The front wall of the crate fell off, while the remaining three walls formed a backdrop for Sands to showcase the bike and pose for photos.

The custom Super Meteor 650 built by Roland Sands showcases a striking black and gold color scheme, with several hand-built components crafted by the RSD workshop. The bike stands out with its custom engine covers, foot controls, bar risers, and more. While an official release date for the US market has not been announced as of August 7, 2023, the Super Meteor 650 is already available in other global markets, including India and the UK.

The bike features an Öhlins front fork and rear shock setup, no front brake, and a predominantly matte finish on the paintwork. The frame and the top of the tank surrounding the gas cap have a glossy black finish, while the engine cases, side covers, tail piece, and bar risers are all matte black. Matte gold pinstriping and flames add a touch of style to the design, with a small gold pinstripe design beneath a glossy clearcoat finish on the top of the tank.

If you’re attending Sturgis 2023, you can get a close-up look at this bike by visiting the Motorcycles as Art exhibition at the Buffalo Chip. The exhibit opened on August 5 and will be open until August 10, 2023, from 3 p.m. to midnight every day. Don’t miss the opportunity to see this custom Super Meteor 650 and other exceptional motorcycle art if you’re in the area.

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Tata Tiago Has Achieved 500,000 Sales


Tata Tiago, the popular hatchback from Tata Motors, has reached an impressive milestone of crossing the 500,000 unit sales mark. This makes it the second Tata car to achieve this feat.

Tata Tiago

Tata Motors introduced the Tiago in 2016. Built on Tata’s X0 platform, the Tiago offered a range of in-house engines. It is manufactured at Tata’s Sanand facility in Gujarat, India. The Tiago also brought about a shift in Tata’s design philosophy, leading to the development of their current design language. Interestingly, the last 100,000 units were sold in just 15 months.

Tata Tiago NRG

In 2020, Tata launched a facelifted version of the Tiago with visual updates and compliance with the updated BS6 emission norms. Later, in 2021, Tata introduced the Tiago NRG, a crossover variant with additional features like external cladding, increased ground clearance, a new front bumper, and dual exhaust pipes. Responding to market demands, Tata further expanded the Tiago range in 2022 with the introduction of the Tiago iCNG and in 2023 with the launch of the Tiago EV, offering modern powertrain options and alternative fuel choices.

Tata Tiago EV

The Tiago’s growing popularity is reflected in the increasing number of customers opting for this hatchback. According to Tata, the average Tiago buyer is 35 years old, and the urban-rural split in sales is 60:40. Women customers are also showing a preference for the Tiago, accounting for 10 percent of the total buyers. Additionally, 71 percent of Tiago buyers in FY 2023 are purchasing their first car.

Tata Tiago Cabin

The Tiago offers a host of features, including projector headlamps, LED DRLs, 15-inch dual-tone alloys, a 7-inch touchscreen by Harman with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an 8-speaker sound system, and a digital instrument cluster.

In terms of safety, the Tata Tiago is considered the safest hatchback in its segment. It achieved a 4-star rating in crash tests conducted by the Global New Car Assessment Program under the Safer Cars for India initiative. The Tiago comes with dual airbags, parking camera with guidelines, tyre pressure monitoring system, ABS with EBD and corner stability control, and speed-sensitive door locks.

Tata Tiago Engine

Powering the Tiago is a 1.2-litre petrol engine that produces 86 PS @ 6,000 rpm and 113 Nm @ 3,300 rpm. With a manual transmission, Tata claims a fuel economy of 20.01 km/l, whereas the 5-speed AMT variant achieves 19.43 km/l. The Tiago also offers a CNG fuel option, providing a mileage of 26.49 km/kg. The Tiago iCNG is the most powerful CNG car in its segment and boasts segment-first features such as ‘Direct Start in CNG Mode’ and a single ECU to ensure minimal power loss when switching between petrol and CNG modes. It also includes features like Autofuel Switch Over, Thermal & Leak detection, and a Microswitch to prevent starting with an open fuel lid.

Tata Tiago Rear

The Tata Tiago’s popularity can be attributed to its updated design, well-equipped interiors, various powertrain options, and most importantly, its 4-star safety rating from GNCAP, making it one of the safest hatchbacks in India!

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Lamborghini’s 60-Year History Is Celebrated In A New Book

Celebrating the milestone of six decades in the super sports car industry, Automobili Lamborghini and renowned publishing house Rizzoli have collaborated on a book called “Lamborghini”. This comprehensive photographic history book, authored by Antonio Ghini, was unveiled on July 18th, 2023. It chronicles the fascinating evolution of Lamborghini’s super sports cars from 1963 to the present, serving as an important educational resource for car enthusiasts, collectors, and historians.

The book provides insights into the legendary carmaker’s legacy, exploring not only its most iconic car models but also lesser-known aspects of its history. “Lamborghini” features unique chapters on never-completed Formula 1 projects and the development of offshore engines, shedding light on the brand’s experimentation and innovation.

Antonio Ghini meticulously delves into the lives and contributions of the visionary designers behind the most famous Lamborghini models, showcasing their creativity, prowess, and commitment to pushing boundaries. Additionally, a newly introduced section explores Lamborghini’s “Direzione Cor Tauri” program. This program marks the auto giant’s pathway to sustainability, encompassing the progressive electrification of its models through hybrid technologies and the introduction of a full electric model.

CEO Stephan Winkelmann emphasizes the relevance of this book, stating that it offers a snapshot of the company’s past, present, and future. The resource takes readers on a journey through the company’s history, highlighting Lamborghini’s distinct identity in the automotive world and its forward-thinking approach towards a sustainable future.

A special highlight of “Lamborghini” is its exclusive coverage of the new Lamborghini Revuelto, the brand’s first V12 coupé with hybrid propulsion and over 1,000 horsepower. This showcases Lamborghini’s commitment to blending traditional high-performance with sustainable practices.

This updated edition of the book features high-quality images of past and present models, integrating unpublished texts and images that showcase the latest models from Lamborghini’s innovative lineup. The book is already available in Italian and will be released in English in over 70 countries on October 10th, 2023.

“Lamborghini” invites readers to discover the company’s core values: courage, ambition, resilience, and a passion for excellence. With each page, readers are drawn deeper into Lamborghini’s world, celebrating its milestones and looking forward to a future where innovation meets sustainability. It is an essential read for all automobile enthusiasts and a testament to Lamborghini’s indomitable spirit.

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Porsche Design Unveils $11,000 Watch to Commemorate 75 Years of Porsche

Porsche Design, the sister brand of Porsche, is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the iconic automaker. In honor of this milestone, the luxury accessory maker has introduced the Chronograph 1 – 75 Years Porsche Edition timepiece for enthusiasts to wear. The watch, which is limited to 475 pieces, became available for purchase on July 15 for $11,000.

The Chronograph 1 – 75 Years Porsche Edition features the impressive Porsche Design Werk 01.140 caliber movement with COSC certification, ensuring accurate timekeeping. The dial is equipped with various functions, such as a running second display at 9 o’clock, a 30-minute counter at 12 o’clock, a 12-hour counter at 6 o’clock, a prominent red chronograph second hand, and a day and date window at 3 o’clock.


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Past And Present MotoGP Icons Grace The 2023 Goodwood Festival Of Speed

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is an annual motorsports event that celebrates the rich legacy of motor racing while embracing the modern era. The festival showcases historic vehicles and pays homage to the passion and camaraderie that define the world of motorsports.

The 2023 festival featured the presence of past and present MotoGP icons, adding excitement to the otherwise serene atmosphere of the Goodwood Estate in West Sussex, England. The sound of classic and modern race bikes reverberated throughout the festival, captivating the attention of spectators.

Past And Present MotoGP Icons Grace The 2023 Goodwood Festival Of Speed
Past And Present MotoGP Icons Grace The 2023 Goodwood Festival Of Speed

Despite the wet weather, both past and present MotoGP icons showcased their skills on the track. Pol Espargaro, Michele Pirro, Mika Kallio, and Lorenzo Savadori were among the riders who displayed the 2023 lineup of race bikes, representing GasGas Factory Racing, Ducati Lenovo Racing Team, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, and Aprilia Racing, respectively.

The following day focused on the legends and icons who have shaped MotoGP. The highlight was the appearance of Casey Stoner, who rode his iconic Ducati Desmosedici GP with the Number 1 livery from the 2008 season. Stoner’s presence evoked nostalgia and reminded fans of the excitement during the peak of MotoGP. Other notable icons who joined the event included Kevin Schwants, Wayne Gardner, Randy Mamola, and Kenny Roberts Jr.

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Aston Martin Celebrates 110th Anniversary and Opens New F1 HQ at Silverstone

Aston Martin, the famous automaker, is marking its 110th anniversary in the year 2023. To commemorate this milestone, the company organized a grand display of 110 Astons at the Silverstone Circuit during the British Grand Prix weekend. In addition, Aston Martin proudly announced the inauguration of its new Formula One headquarters at the Silverstone track.

The parade of cars showcased the brand’s rich history spanning over 11 decades. It brought together Aston Martin vehicles from the past, present, and future. Among the illustrious lineup was the newly unveiled DB12, featuring a powerful 671-horsepower V8 engine sourced from Mercedes-AMG. This cutting-edge model joined the ranks of classic Aston Martins, including the A3, which happens to be the oldest surviving car from the brand, over a century old.