Startup EV manufacturer Drako Motors previewed today the follow-up to its $1.25 million Drako GTE: the 2,000-horsepower Drako Dragon Super-SUV. The San Jose, California-based automaker said the Dragon zips from 0 to 60 mph in 1.9 seconds using the company’s in-house DriveOS Quad Motor Powertrain, and DriveOS vehicle architecture. Individual torque control and a three-stage… Continue reading The Drako Motors 2,000-hp electric luxury SUV “feels more like a spaceship”
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McGovern Automotive Group Adds 20th Dealership in Just 5 Years
Automotive powerhouse approaches $2B in revenue with more than 1,100 employees BOSTON, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — McGovern Automotive Group, the New England auto powerhouse founded by industry veteran Matt McGovern, announces its acquisition of Lundgren CDJR: Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Dealer in Greenfield, MA. The landmark deal marks the group’s 20th dealership acquisition in just 5… Continue reading McGovern Automotive Group Adds 20th Dealership in Just 5 Years
Australia prioritizes reducing emissions and cheaper EVs
Australia‘s new government is putting climate change at the top of its legislative agenda when Parliament sits next month for the first time since the May 21 election, with bills to enshrine a cut in greenhouse gas emissions and make electric cars cheaper, a minister said on Wednesday. A bill will be introduced to commit… Continue reading Australia prioritizes reducing emissions and cheaper EVs
German Handelsblatt: Auto Union: How Audi got the four rings on the radiator grille004578
These shiny cabriolets make the hearts of many classic car fans beat faster: an Audi built in 1934 with 40 hp, a four-seater DKW F7, a Horch 830 BL with eight cylinders and a Wanderer W40 with a Porsche engine. In the Horch Museum in Zwickau, they each stand for one of the four rings… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Auto Union: How Audi got the four rings on the radiator grille004578
Global Hypercar Markets, 2016-2021, 2021-2026F, 2031F – Increasing Sales of Luxury Cars Driving Growth
DUBLIN, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The “Hypercar Global Market Report 2022” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global hypercar market is expected to grow from $18.34 billion in 2021 to $26.16 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 42.7%. The market is expected to grow to $94.99 billion in… Continue reading Global Hypercar Markets, 2016-2021, 2021-2026F, 2031F – Increasing Sales of Luxury Cars Driving Growth
Autocar notebook: Ferrari’s future plans
This week, we take a look at Audi’s newest EV and what the Rimac Nevera has beaten in a drag race. But first, here’s Ferrari’s take on the lifespan of its cars. Endurance challenge In addition to electrifying its line-up, Ferrari will seek to drastically cut emissions from operations, supply chain and fleet. At least it… Continue reading Autocar notebook: Ferrari’s future plans
Icons of Italian Automotive Style Struggle to Go Electric
SANT’AGATA BOLOGNESE, Italy — The boys spilling out of a grade school in an Italian village went silent as the Lamborghini approached, its throaty 12-cylinder engine trumpeting its presence. Then, as the wedge-shaped beast rumbled by the schoolyard, they broke into cheers, pumping their fists and leaping into the air. It was a spontaneous expression… Continue reading Icons of Italian Automotive Style Struggle to Go Electric
8 Cool Sports Cars That Use Boring Engines – HotCars
Many of the greatest sports cars ever made have some truly exotic engines. An exotic engine is one of the defining elements of a supercar. The Bugatti W16, Lexus V10, and Ferrari V12 are just a few iconic engines that are nothing short of flamboyant. Now imagine some of your favorite supercars being powered by… Continue reading 8 Cool Sports Cars That Use Boring Engines – HotCars
Delage D12 hybrid hypercar makes world debut at Goodwood – Autocar
The Delage D12, a new hybrid hypercar from a revived historic marque, made its world debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed over the weekend. The wildly styled two-seater combines an electric motor and a naturally aspirated 7.6-litre V12 engine, which spat flames as it screamed up the hillclimb. With a low, long, fighter jet-inspired body, it offers a… Continue reading Delage D12 hybrid hypercar makes world debut at Goodwood – Autocar
Delage D12: £1.7m hybrid hypercar to go for Nurburgring lap record – Autocar
The Delage D12, a new hybrid hypercar from a revived historic marque, made its world debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed over the weekend. The wildly styled two-seater combines an electric motor and a naturally aspirated 7.6-litre V12 engine, which spat flames as it screamed up the hillclimb. With a low, long, fighter jet-inspired body, it offers a… Continue reading Delage D12: £1.7m hybrid hypercar to go for Nurburgring lap record – Autocar