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Richard Hammond Loves The Turbo Lag In His 530-HP WRX STI

It’s been a minute since Clarkson, Hammond, and May visited the snowy north of their Scandi Flick Grand Tour special. Those who caught the journey will bear in mind Richard Hammond’s blue Subaru WRX STI. For the remainder of you, Hammond drove a blue Subaru WRX STI for the journey. Shocking stuff, this.

It seems, he favored the automobile. He favored it a lot that he had it shipped again to England after filming was full then despatched it out for just a few upgrades. The result’s the automobile we see right here on this new Drivetribe video, fitted with a stiff suspension, gold wheels, and a turbocharged flat-four that now makes 530 horsepower. It appears like a recipe for enjoyable, and based mostly on Hammond’s expression behind the wheel, we might say that recipe is confirmed to be 100% pleasant.

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We aren’t given particulars of the upgrades, although at one level he leans over to flip a change within the Subie’s glove field. It apparently prompts a extra aggressive tune, one that features an anti-lag system to assist maintain the turbo on boil. Curiously, he says “turbo lag is the best thing ever invented” earlier within the clip, however hey, he is having enjoyable.

He additionally has fairly a bit to say. On that entrance, this is a possible ingesting recreation for all the parents on the market. Every time Hammond says “utilitarian,” “personality”, or “analog,” throughout this seven-minute Subaru overview, effectively, you already know what to do.

These are traits he assigns to his newly modified WRX, and we suspect Subaru homeowners (of which your creator is one) can relate. Generally talking, the WRX has all the time delivered some measure of utilitarian performance as an all-wheel-drive car with house for 5 folks and some issues. This technology not less than is actually analog with its three-pedal handbook gearbox and few driver assists. And in fact the WRX has character. Well, we’re not so sure about the current-generation model. But step again just a few years to a modded STI and you will find character to spare.

What is Hammond’s plan for this Subie? That’s unknown, although we suspect do not crash it’s close to the highest of his listing.

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Clarkson, Hammond, And May Have Filmed Their Last Grand Tour Episode

Exciting news for fans: The iconic trio of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May are set to return in 2024 with a special episode of The Grand Tour in Zimbabwe. However, reports from the BBC suggest that this episode may mark the end of the show with these three hosts.

But don’t lose hope just yet. According to the BBC, there are discussions in progress about the possibility of a new version of the show. So, while this may be the last episode with Clarkson, Hammond, and May, it might not be the end of The Grand Tour altogether.


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Mercedes-AMG SLS Black Series Reaches 190 MPH on Autobahn

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, released in 2010, was praised by Jeremy Clarkson as “the greatest car in the world.” However, it was known for being a little tricky to handle around corners as the rear would often slide out. In 2013, Mercedes introduced the SLS AMG Black Series, which Clarkson described as a “serious car” with no sense of humor.

The Black Series is equipped with a 6.2-liter V8 engine that produces 622 horsepower and 468 pound-feet of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch sports transmission. The transmission is mounted lower than in the standard SLS AMG for improved center of gravity.

Weight reduction was achieved through the use of carbon fiber in the body panels, mechanical components, and space frame. The Black Series weighs 3,415 pounds, which is 154 pounds lighter than the standard model. Other weight-saving measures include a titanium exhaust and a lithium-ion starter battery.

The specifications claim a 0-62 mph time of 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 196 mph. To see if these numbers hold up, there is a video embedded at the top of the page where a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series is tested on the unrestricted Autobahn by AutoTopNL.

Car enthusiasts will find the video exhilarating. Feel free to watch it and share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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The Grand Tour Praises The New Praga Bohema Hypercar

Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May, known for their car expertise and strong opinions, have featured the new Praga Bohema hypercar on their show, The Grand Tour: Eurocrash. James May had the opportunity to test drive the Bohema and described its acceleration and power as “enormous,” its steering as “incredible,” and overall referred to it as a “wonderful” car. Clarkson also praised the Bohema, calling it a “very impressive piece of engineering.”

The production of roadgoing Bohema hypercars is about to begin, with a price tag of approximately $1.4 million and a limited production run of only 89 units. With its remarkable performance, design, and engineering, the Praga Bohema is expected to create a sensation in the automotive world.

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