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Abarth reveals retro sports activities coupe based mostly on Alfa Romeo 4C

Abarth has revealed a retro two-seat sports activities coupé to have fun its seventy fifth anniversary.

Called the Abarth Classiche 1300 OT, it is based mostly on the Alfa Romeo 4C and is described as a ‘fashionable reinterpretation’ of the 1965 Fiat-Abarth OT 1300 race automobile, which claimed high-profile victories on the Nürburgring, Monza and Mugello in interval.

The 1300 OT follows the equally conceived 1000 SP particular version from 2021, additionally based mostly on the 4C.

As with that automobile, which “sold out in record time”, based on Abarth, simply 5 examples of the 1300 OT will probably be produced, with manufacturing set to start quickly following the revealing of a scale mannequin at father or mother firm Stellantis’s Heritage Hub in Turin this weekend.

Orders are open now, however Abarth has not given any indication of pricing. 

Abarth says the brand new particular version “retains the essence of an authentic Abarth”, with its bespoke carbonfibre bodywork carrying a retro race livery and adorned with varied Nineteen Sixties-inspired cues, just like the roof-mounted ‘periscope’ consumption and louvred rear window.

One of essentially the most notable options is the full-width engine cooling vent on the rear, adorned with giant Abarth lettering, in a bid to “emphasise the bond with the historic design”. 

The engine in query is the 240bhp 1.7-litre turbo-four which despatched the 4C from 0-62mph in 4.5 seconds and on to a high pace of 160mph. 

Abarth has not given any indication of the OT’s efficiency potential, nor has it detailed any revisions to the chassis. 

The 75-year-old model lately revealed its second electrical automobile and first SUV, the Abarth 600e, and is because of give full technical specs within the coming weeks.

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Small Sports Car SC-01 to debut later this year with 429bhp

The Chinese start-up Small Sports Car (SSC) has unveiled an electric two-seat coupé, positioning it as a “national sports car” for China.

Known as the SC-01, this sleek and compact electric vehicle (EV) will hit the market later this year at a price of approximately ¥300,000 (around £39,000 in the UK).

Measuring 4085mm long, 1820mm wide, and 1162mm high, the SC-01 is similar in size to popular petrol-powered sports cars like the Alpine A110 and Audi TT.

Equipped with a mid-mounted battery located behind the driver’s cabin and electric motors both at the front and rear, the SC-01 boasts a total power output of 429bhp. This allows it to accelerate from 0-62mph in just 3.9 seconds, promising an unparalleled driving experience.

According to SSC, this battery placement enhances weight distribution, lowers the car’s height, reduces wind resistance, and brings the driver closer to the ground.

SSC SC01

The SC-01 claims a range of 310 miles (500km) based on the NEDC test cycle, while figures using the more conservative WLTP system have not been disclosed yet.

Beneath its sleek exterior, the SC-01 features a spaceframe chassis with horizontal, pushrod-driven shock absorbers. SSC asserts that this configuration enhances rigidity without sacrificing overall compactness.

Although the interior has not been showcased, it is described as “minimalist” with controls operated through traditional switches and buttons, omitting an infotainment screen.

SSC SC01

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Rolls-Royce Drop Tail: A Limited Edition Two-Seat Roadster

The Rolls-Royce Drop Tail is a modern two-seat roadster that pays homage to the coachbuilt drop-tops that solidified the brand’s position as a luxury leader a century ago.

This ultra-exclusive vehicle is the result of a four-year collaboration between Rolls-Royce and four clients. It is considered the pinnacle of the company’s in-house coachbuilding capabilities, joining the ranks of the highly sought-after Sweptail (2017) and Boat Tail (2021) as part of a series of multi-million-pound bespoke vehicles.

While Rolls-Royce does not disclose the prices for these coachbuilt specials, it is known that each of the four Drop Tails cost their respective owners more than the £20 million Boat Tail.

Unlike a simple redesign of the retired Dawn convertible, the Drop Tail features an entirely new monocoque chassis made from steel, aluminium, and carbon fibre. This marks a first for Rolls-Royce’s Coachbuild division, as previous bespoke models were based on the Architecture of Luxury platform, which also underpins the Cullinan, Ghost, and Phantom.

Powering the Drop Tail is a specially tuned, twin-turbocharged 6.75-litre V12 engine. It delivers 593bhp and 620lb ft of torque – an increase of 30bhp in power compared to the Phantom, but a decrease of 44lb ft in torque. While performance figures have not been released, it is expected that the Drop Tail will closely match the V12-powered Dawn, featuring a sub-5.0-second 0-62mph time and a top speed limited to 155mph.

Rolls-Royce Drop Tail La Rose Noir rear quarter

According to Rolls-Royce design director Anders Warming, the V12 engine was chosen over an electric powertrain because the brand wanted to celebrate the roadster and the V12 powertrain, which will be a focal point for the next few years. Warming also mentioned that electric coachbuilds may come into play in the future.

Measuring 5.3m in length and 2.0m in width, the Drop Tail is smaller than the electric Spectre. Its distinctive silhouette is characterized by a low coupe-like roofline inspired by “chop-top” hot rods, giving the vehicle a more sporty character compared to other mainstream Rolls-Royce models. Additional design elements include blade-shaped haunches and a large carbon fibre rear diffuser, finished in semi-clear lacquer to accentuate its prominent position on the painted body.