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2025-02-11 20:07:50 from www.carscoops.com

CHEVY’S $175K CORVETTE ZR1 DESTROYS MCLAREN SENNA AND PORSCHE GT3 RS LAP RECORDS

Specifically, the ZR1 set the record on the Long Course there with a time of 1:52.7 and Bill Wise behind the wheel.

According to FastestLaps.com that’s almost 10 seconds quicker than the second-fastest time, set in a Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 of 1:56.30.Then, the ZR1 went on to smash the McLaren Senna’s lap record on the Grand Course with a time of 2:32.3.

Strap in and watch on-board videos of all five record-breaking laps https://www.carscoops.com/author/stephen-rivers/ February 11, 2025 at 13:14The Corvette ZR1 begins production later this year with five new lap records under its belt.They were set at Watkins Glen, Road America, Road Atlanta, and Virginia International Raceway.Four different drivers were used to set the records, with dashcam footage released for all.The Chevrolet C8 Corvette ZR1 isn’t even available at dealerships yet, but it’s already rewriting the record books.

This 1,064-horsepower American supercar has now shattered five track records, proving that its performance isn’t just marketing hype—it’s the real deal.

And if you weren’t already convinced, the dashcam footage from these record-setting laps will leave no doubt.General Motors didn’t break down when it set these lap times, but we’ll go in the order it mentioned starting with Watkins Glen.


#with #five #records #time #course #than #later #year #this #grand

Full article, reading time 2 minutes 20 seconds
https://www.carscoops.com/2025/02/chevys-175k-corvette-zr1-destroys-mclaren-senna-and-porsche-gt3-rs-lap-records/
2025-02-11 20:16:15 from news.dupontregistry.com

HONDA CELEBRATES THE GOLD WING’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY WITH NEW SPECIAL EDITION

Now, the Honda Gold Wing is celebrating its milestone 50th anniversary, and for the 2025 model year, commemorative touches are included with the Gold Wing that celebrate its half-century journey from 1975 to today.In addition to celebrating history, the new 2025 Honda Gold Wing offers innovative features, as well, like wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Audo, while aesthetic additions nod to the Gold Wing’s history, like special colors and badging for the anniversary model.

For the 2025 model year, Gold Wings are being offered with a free commemorative coffee table book, and a 1:12 scale model of the Gold Wing, with a 1975 Gold Wing on one side, and a 2025 Gold Wing on the other side.A special display and activities are planned by Honda to celebrate the Gold Wing’s 50th anniversary during Daytona Bike Week.

Available with a standard matte black color to highlight the 50th anniversary touches, the new 2025 Honda Gold Wing 50th Anniversary is available as a standard trunkless model, or a “Tour” model.


#gold #wing #honda #0 #with #model #50th #anniversary #wings #year

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https://news.dupontregistry.com/honda/honda-gold-wing-50th-anniversary/
2025-02-11 20:16:16 from news.dupontregistry.com

FERRARI OF CENTRAL NEW JERSEY DELIVERS A STUNNING TAILOR MADE DAYTONA SP3 HYPERCAR

Recently uploaded to the dealership’s Instagram (@ferraricentralnewjersey), the team documented the delivery with a heartfelt celebration, welcoming the new owner and his family for the special occasion.The new Ferrari hypercar will join a fleet of Italian prancing horses, including a LaFerrari Aperta, 296 GTS, and Roma that the owner recently purchased from Ferrari of Central New Jersey.

Uncovered alongside framed photos, Dom Perignon, a color-matched cake, and a flower bouquet, the Ferrari Daytona SP3 left everyone in its presence speechless with a stunning deep purple finish.

The breathtaking shade, courtesy of Ferrari’s Tailor Made department, even extends to its paint-matched center caps, grilles, and carbon engine covers.


#central #ferrari #jersey #daytona #that #owner #racecars #special #hypercar #with

Full article, reading time 1 minutes 30 seconds
https://news.dupontregistry.com/dealer-news/ferrari-of-central-new-jersey-delivers-tailor-made-daytona-sp3/
2025-02-11 20:27:07 from jalopnik.com

GOLD CYBERTRUCK OWNER SAYS HE CAN'T HANDLE ALL THE HATE BUT TESLA WON'T TAKE THE TRUCK BACK

The man’s had enough, but it looks like Tesla’s not taking the truck back.In a now deleted post on the Tesla Cybertruck Enthusiasts group on Facebook, Kuwait Jaroje, a physician out of Worcester, Massachusetts, said he and his family have faced all sorts of harassment since he purchased a Tesla Cybertruck, Torque News reports.Jaroje said other drivers often yell obscenities at him and cut him off.

Keep in mind, this man went and purchased a Cybertruck and then had it wrapped in bright gold–he was definitely looking for attention.

Jaroje said he put his order in five years ago, well past when we knew Elon Musk sucked.


#tesla #cybertruck #said #that #post #jaroje #purchased #family #trade #attention

Full article, reading time 3 minutes 52 seconds
https://jalopnik.com/gold-cybertruck-owner-says-he-cant-handle-all-the-hate-1851759818
2025-02-11 21:06:04 from jalopnik.com

TESLA DRIVERS OFFICIALLY PASS RAM AS WORST IN COUNTRY

The frothing rage is a given, really, it’s just a matter of whether or not people act on it.It’s interesting that two of the top three worst-driven automakers — Tesla and Subaru — make a lot of noise about how safe their vehicles are.

Maybe they trust their cars more, or, perhaps, the reasons are entirely divergent: Maybe Tesla owners really are just relying on “Full Self Driving,” and Subaru drivers are just distracted by all those dogs in the car.h/t InsideEVs


#tesla #drivers #worst #owners #whether #automakers #subaru #cars #their #just

Full article, reading time 2 minutes 48 seconds
https://jalopnik.com/tesla-drivers-officially-pass-ram-as-worst-in-country-1851760578
2025-02-11 21:19:54 from www.carscoops.com

GM VOIDS WARRANTY ON CUSTOM SOFLO GMC HUMMER EV

Evidently, the dealer has tried to fix these issues since May of 2024.Related: Dodge Denies Warranty Coverage For Hellcat Jailbreak Over PCM Tampering, Leaves Owner With $36K Repair BillAccording to Broom, the GM dealer initially told him the problem was related to a faulty module that needed repair.

An owner says that GMC initially worked with him on an issue and then suddenly voided the warranty on his Hummer EV https://www.carscoops.com/author/stephen-rivers/ February 11, 2025 at 14:41The owner of a SoFlo Custom Hummer EV claims his local dealer just voided his entire warranty.He says the dealer initially worked with him on an issue that had nothing to do with the mods.Now, he’s sworn off of ever buying another GM product and hoping to somehow get justice.Dustin Broom says that after suffering a heart attack in April 2024, his outlook on life changed.

He decided to trade in his Dodge Hellcat and Audi R8 for the custom GMC Hummer EV you see here—modified by the folks at SoFlo Customs.

The truck, he tells Carscoops, “checked all the boxes.” But now, less than a year later, his local dealer has voided his warranty, citing the modifications.Shortly after purchasing the truck from SoFlo customs, Broom took the SUV to his local dealer for work on the MyMode switch.


#warranty #voided #says #broom #that #dealer #soflo #with #customs #initially

Full article, reading time 3 minutes 3 seconds
https://www.carscoops.com/2025/02/gm-refuses-to-honor-warranty-on-custom-soflo-hummer-ev/
2025-02-11 21:22:16 from www.bmwblog.com

BMW DELAYS DIRECT SALES IN THE UK, BUT MINI STILL ON TRACK FOR MARCH 2025

The focus remains on ensuring operational excellence and integrating key learnings from the MINI transition to optimize processes across all sales channels.”What is the Agency Model and Direct Sales?The agency model represents a shift from the traditional dealership model, where independent retailers purchase cars from manufacturers and sell them to customers with their own pricing strategies.

Instead, under the agency model, the manufacturer sells vehicles directly to customers at a fixed price, with dealerships acting as intermediaries that facilitate the transaction, handle test drives, deliveries, and service while earning a commission.This approach is designed to improve price transparency, ensuring that customers pay the same price regardless of the dealership they visit.

It also gives manufacturers greater control over inventory management and customer relationships.


#agency #model #dealership #shift #with #manufacturers #traditional #transition #customers #minis

Full article, reading time 2 minutes 12 seconds
https://www.bmwblog.com/2025/02/11/bmw-agency-model-delay-uk-2026/
2025-02-11 21:33:46 from bikeshedtimes.com

1948 TRIUMPH SPEED TWIN – $13,500

With a genuine relaxed 70mph cruising speed, the Speed Twin was a big step up from the big singles that preceded it.

In fact, so many old bikes have been rescued that it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find vintage bikes that have not been restored.

And whether you want an old bike to make like-new again, or an old bike to leave old but make functional, here’s a beauty.

The Speed Twin was the backbone of Triumph for many years and was pretty much the bike that created the parallel twin as the mainstream engine format.


#bike #that #have #speed #with #bikes #twin #make #its #been

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https://bikeshedtimes.com/1948-triumph-speed-twin-13500/
2025-02-11 21:33:46 from bikeshedtimes.com

1952 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD 6T – $15,750 NEG.

I have calibrated the timing digitally, so starts first kick with no kickback … youch!

Even the AMP meter works, which Norton owners, who apparently have a problem with this, refer to it as only useful to fill up the hole in the nacelle!

So one day he came across this motel in Florence, South Carolina, named after a mythical, supernatural bird — and so the Triumph Thunderbird was born!

So the movie was made with a bunch of Triumphs, with Brando himself aboard a Thunderbird.

Yes, Americans loved their Harleys.

But they really liked Marlon Brando too, and his bad-boy character in The Wild One, atop the Thunderbird, helped Triumph break into the American market just as much as Turner’s designing and marketing genius.


#with #triumph #this #thunderbird #brando #problem #made #have #bunch #mileage

Full article, reading time 3 minutes 37 seconds
https://bikeshedtimes.com/1952-triumph-thunderbird-6t-15750-neg/
2025-02-11 21:35:53 from www.automotiveaddicts.com

2025 CORVETTE ZR1 SHATTERS FIVE U.S. LAP RECORDS, SHOWCASING UNRIVALED PERFORMANCE

This track tour, conducted with a ZR1 equipped with the optional ZTK Performance Package, reinforces the model’s standing as the ultimate expression of Corvette performance.The Lap Records: Corvette ZR1’s DominanceThe ZR1’s record-breaking tour saw it rewriting lap time history at five renowned U.S.

These records were set by engineers, not professional race car drivers—showcasing how accessible the ZR1’s performance is to enthusiasts.The ZTK Performance Package: The Secret Behind the SpeedThe pre-production ZR1 used for these record runs was outfitted with the ZTK Performance Package, an optional upgrade that takes the car’s aerodynamic and handling capabilities to new heights.

Key highlights of the package include:High-downforce aerodynamics – A massive carbon fiber rear wing, front dive planes, and underbody strakes to improve stability at high speeds.Track-focused suspension – Stiffer springs and enhanced tuning for sharper responses in corners.Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R ZP tires – Extreme-performance rubber that maximizes grip and lap time consistency.Combined with the ZR1’s 1,064-horsepower, twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter LT7 V8, this package transforms the Corvette into a track weapon capable of rivaling hypercars that cost several times more.Driver Experience: The People Behind the WheelThe engineers responsible for these record-setting laps aren’t just desk-bound designers—they’re seasoned performance drivers with a collective 65 years of GM Level 6 driving experience.

Each of them has earned Nürburgring Industry Pool certification, a testament to their ability to push performance cars to their limits.


#performance #with #package #zr1s #corvette #0 #that #optional #enthusiaststhe #records

Full article, reading time 3 minutes 49 seconds
https://www.automotiveaddicts.com/104834/2025-corvette-zr1-shatters-five-us-lap-records
2025-02-11 21:38:28 from abcardrive.blogspot.com

SCOUT EXTENDED-RANGE PHEV TECH, PLATFORM COULD BE SCALED TO OTHER VEHICLES

EV version offers 350 miles; bigger battery would be detrimental EREV system will go 150 miles on battery, then 350 miles on gasoline Promises full system performance whether on battery or range extender Rivian-based architecture promises to keep electric trucks “fresh” It’s been nearly two years since Volkswagen’s Scout...


#miles #battery #bigger #then #will #gasoline #whether #would #system #promises

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https://abcardrive.blogspot.com/2025/02/scout-extended-range-phev-tech-platform.html
2025-02-11 21:38:28 from abcardrive.blogspot.com

MERCEDES-BENZ EQB RECALLED DUE TO POTENTIAL BATTERY FIRE

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 7,362 EQB electric SUVs due to a battery issue that could lead to fires, and it's asking customers to avoid fully charging until a remedy is implemented.

The recall covers certain 2022-2024 Mercedes EQB models that received battery cells from an early-production batch.

These cells could be more vulnerable to internal...


#could #cells #battery #that #issue #received #more #from #suvs #lead

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https://abcardrive.blogspot.com/2025/02/mercedes-benz-eqb-recalled-due-to.html
2025-02-11 22:01:51 from www.bmwblog.com

CAN A SPORTS CAR BEAT A SUPERCAR? BMW M4 CS VS. LAMBORGHINI HURACAN STERRATO

Two all-wheel-drive machines, but with completely different philosophies.Engines fire up, the G82 M4 CS with its S58 3.0-liter twin-turbo straight-six, delivering 551 horsepower and 650Nm of torque, while the Sterrato’s 5.2-liter naturally aspirated V10 screams with 610 horsepower and 560Nm.

10.9 seconds for the M4 CS, 11.2 seconds for the Sterrato.But what happens in a rolling race?  Here the Sterrato has the advantage of the lower weight and more power finishing by a car length ahead of the M4 CS.


#with #lamborghini #down #horsepower #against #power #completely #more #here #rolling

Full article, reading time 1 minutes 21 seconds
https://www.bmwblog.com/2025/02/11/bmw-m4-cs-vs-lamborghini-huracan-sterrato-drag-race/
2025-02-11 22:13:41 from www.automotiveworld.com

SUPERIOR TOWING VEHICLES – TIGUAN, TAYRON AND PASSAT WITH ALL-WHEEL DRIVE AND NEW POWERFUL TURBOCHARGED PETROL ENGINES

High-output turbocharged petrol engines expand the range of drive systems in addition to the already available powerful turbodieselVolkswagen is expanding the drive range of the best-selling Tiguan and Passat as well as the new Tayron with the most powerful turbocharged petrol engines (TSI).

The turbocharged petrol engines complement the most powerful TDI engine with 142 kW (193 PS).The new engines and the 4MOTION all-wheel drive equipped as standard on the Tiguan, Tayron and Passat can provide added safety and driving stability in all weather and road conditions.

They are also superior towing vehicles.

The all-wheel drive of all three models uses a 4MOTION clutch for power transmission to the rear axle, which is characterised by intelligent energy management.


#tayron #passat #tiguan #allwheel #4motion #with #engine #drive #from #powerful

Full article, reading time 3 minutes 25 seconds
https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/superior-towing-vehicles-tiguan-tayron-and-passat-with-all-wheel-drive-and-new-powerful-turbocharged-petrol-engines/
2025-02-11 22:22:54 from ijustwant2ride.com

STRANGE MOTORCYCLES OF 2024: A LOOK AT THE WEIRD & WONDERFUL

Posted: February 11, 2025 in custom motorcycle, Motorcycle, motorcycle showTags: custom motorcycle, Harley, Harley Davidson, Motorcycle, motorcycle blog, Motorcycle Ride, motorcycle riding, motorcycle safety, motorcycle touring, sport bike, Sportbike, strange motorcycle, strange motorcycles of 2024, weird motorcycleComments


#motorcycle #strange #custom #riding #blog #safety #ride #harley #davidson #showtags

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https://ijustwant2ride.com/2025/02/11/strange-motorcycles-of-2024-a-look-at-the-weird-wonderful/
2025-02-11 23:02:19 from www.motor1.com

WHOOPS: GM RECALLS THE GMC SIERRA BECAUSE GRILLE PIECES COULD FLY OFF

General Motors has a small problem with grilles on the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 pickup truck.

An initial investigation was opened in early 2024 but closed approximately one month later because "no defect trend was identified." In May 2024 a Reddit thread was posted describing the exact issue, with several other 2022 GMC Sierra owners chiming in.

Parts flying off vehicles obviously creates a safety issue, which prompted a recall of 70,768 trucks.Specifically, the problem affects the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 equipped with chrome grilles.

According to recall documents from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there could be defects in the fasteners that hold this section of the grille in place.

There are eight attachment points, all of which could fracture.


#sierra #0 #1 #owners #grilles #problem #with #time #safety #other

Full article, reading time 2 minutes 47 seconds
https://www.motor1.com/news/750391/gmc-recalls-sierra-1500-grile-parts-fly-off/
2025-02-11 23:02:19 from www.motor1.com

TOYOTA'S NEW TRADEMARK FILING HINTS AT A HIGH-PERFORMANCE CELICA

A trademark filing from Toyota in Brazil features the Celica name with two critical letters in front of it: GR.The GR Celica trademark is very recent, dated January 15, 2025, and published in early February.

But such filings—if they exist—haven't yet been published.Photo by: Brasil.govThat said, Toyota has recently trademarked Celica all over the globe.

Lastly, a report from Best Car claims Toyota Chief Technology Officer Hiroki Nakajima straight-up said "We will make the Celica."To be clear, Toyota hasn't officially confirmed anything regarding a Celica reboot.

Furthermore, the company isn't commenting on rumors or trademark filings.

Automakers constantly refile and renew trademarks simply to protect the name, oftentimes with no imminent plans to use it.


#celica #toyota #trademark #reboot #rumors #hasnt #name #said #trademarked #from

Full article, reading time 2 minutes 45 seconds
https://www.motor1.com/news/750374/toyota-gr-celica-trademark/
2025-02-11 23:02:19 from www.motor1.com

YOUR TOYOTA TACOMA MIGHT HAVE PROBLEMS IF IT GETS TOO MUDDY

It also learned that the brake hose routing on the 16-inch brakes differed from the 17-inch brakes, positioning the hose outside the rear caliper profile.Photo by: Andrew Link | Motor1Toyota replicated the mud and dirt build-up issue on trucks with four-wheel drive, 16-inch brakes, and 17-inch wheels.

It affects 106,061 trucks—ones with four-wheel drive, 16-inch brakes, and 17-inch wheels.According to the recall notice, mud and dirt build-up on the interior of the rear wheels can come into contact with the rear brake hoses, and, over time, may damage the hoses and wear a hole in them.

If this happens, the vehicle could experience reduced braking power, increasing the risk of an accident.Photo by: Andrew Link | Motor1Toyota began investigating the issue after receiving dealer reports regarding rear brake hose leaks last summer.

The automaker didn’t find any problems in the manufacturing process, so it began to review the rear brake design.The automaker discovered that the clearance between the 16-inch brakes and 17-inch wheels is less than other combinations.


#brake #rear #brakes #17inch #16inch #with #hoses #wheels #hose #buildup

Full article, reading time 1 minutes 17 seconds
https://www.motor1.com/news/750371/toyota-tacoma-brake-leak-recall/