Sports cars

Honda Shares First Information on the New NSX Type S, the Final Model of the Second-generation NSX Supercar

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Motor vehicles, Cars, Engines, Sports cars, NSX, Honda, Honda NSX

The new NSX Type S will be the final model of the second-generation NSX, and the development team pursued enhancements to performance and design with the goal to create a model that goes beyond all NSX models that came before.

Key Points: 
  • The new NSX Type S will be the final model of the second-generation NSX, and the development team pursued enhancements to performance and design with the goal to create a model that goes beyond all NSX models that came before.
  • Initial information on the NSX Type S released today is available at the following URL.
  • The history of the second-generation NSX will conclude in December 2022 when the final NSX Type S is produced.
  • Finally, Honda would like to express its sincere gratitude to all customers and fans who have enjoyed and loved NSX.

Toyota to Reproduce Spare Parts for the Land Cruiser

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Companies, Motor vehicles, Cars, Toyota, Toyota Gazoo Racing, Land cruiser, Hatchbacks, Sports cars, Toyota dealerships

Toyota City, Japan, Aug 2, 2021 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing has announced that it will reproduce spare parts for the Land Cruiser in celebration of its 70th anniversary today, August 1.

Key Points: 
  • Toyota City, Japan, Aug 2, 2021 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing has announced that it will reproduce spare parts for the Land Cruiser in celebration of its 70th anniversary today, August 1.
  • The parts will be reproduced for the 40 Series Land Cruiser, which was produced between 1960 and 1984, as part of the GR Heritage Parts Project.
  • However, recent years have seen a shortage of spare parts, with Land Cruiser owners expressing fears they will no longer be able to drive their vehicles.
  • TOYOTA GAZOO Racing has previously supplied heritage parts for the A70 and A80 Supra, and the 2000GT, but this will be the first time it has reproduced spare parts for the Land Cruiser.

Limited Run Acura NSX Type S to Debut at Monterey Car Week, Celebrates Supercar's Final Model Year

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Cars, Car classifications, Motor vehicles, Sports cars, Coupés, Acura, Honda, Honda NSX, SH-AWD, Flagship vehicles, Acura TLX

NSX Type S Teaser Video: https://acura.us/NSXTypeSisComing

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  • NSX Type S Teaser Video: https://acura.us/NSXTypeSisComing
    Every 2022 Acura NSX produced at the Performance Manufacturing Center in Ohio will be a limited-edition Type S model powered by an enhanced version of the supercar's twin-turbo V6 and Sport Hybrid SH-AWDsystem.
  • While the NSX is celebrating its final year of production, Acura will continue to pursue sports cars in the electrified era.
  • NSX Type S is the third Type S variant Acura has debuted this year, joining the new TLX Type S sport sedan and the upcoming MDX Type S three-row SUV, as the brand pushes the performance of its products to new heights.
  • More information on the limited production 2022 NSX Type S, including full photography, specs and pricing, will be available at Acura.com/NSX beginning August 12.

Limited Run Acura NSX Type S to Debut at Monterey Car Week, Celebrates Supercar's Final Model Year

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Cars, Car classifications, Motor vehicles, Sports cars, Acura, Coupés, Honda, SH-AWD, Honda NSX, Flagship vehicles, Acura TLX, Acura MDX

Every 2022 Acura NSX produced at the Performance Manufacturing Center will be a limited-edition Type S model powered by enhanced version of the supercar's twin-turbo V6 and Sport Hybrid SH-AWDsystem.

Key Points: 
  • Every 2022 Acura NSX produced at the Performance Manufacturing Center will be a limited-edition Type S model powered by enhanced version of the supercar's twin-turbo V6 and Sport Hybrid SH-AWDsystem.
  • In celebration of the final yearof NSX production, just 350 of these exclusive supercars will be available worldwide, with only 15 offered in Canada, marking the first time a NSX Type S has been sold outside of Japan.
  • The limited run supercar will be available for online customer orders beginning August 18 at www.acura.ca .
  • NSX Type S is the third Type S variant Acura has debuted this year, joining the new TLX Type S sport sedan and the upcoming MDX Type S three-row SUV, as the brand pushes the performance of its products to new heights.

Ferrari N.v. Places Eur 150 Million in Bonds With U.s. Private Investors, Due 2032

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Cars, Auto racing, Motor vehicles, Ferrari, Maranello, Sports cars, Pininfarina

Maranello (Italy), 29 July 2021 Ferrari N.V. (NYSE/MTA: RACE) (Ferrari or the Company) today announced that it has completed a private placement to certain US institutional investors of EUR 150 million aggregate principal amount of 0.91% senior notes due 2032 (the Notes).

Key Points: 
  • Maranello (Italy), 29 July 2021 Ferrari N.V. (NYSE/MTA: RACE) (Ferrari or the Company) today announced that it has completed a private placement to certain US institutional investors of EUR 150 million aggregate principal amount of 0.91% senior notes due 2032 (the Notes).
  • The net proceeds from the offering will be used towards general corporate purposes.

Mazda Production and Sales Results for June 2021 and for January through June 2021

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Cars, Motor vehicles, Car classifications, Sedans, Hatchbacks, Mazda, Sumitomo Group, Toyota Group, Sports cars, Mazda6

Mazda's domestic production volume in June 2021 increased 111.7% year on year due to increased production of passenger vehicles.

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  • Mazda's domestic production volume in June 2021 increased 111.7% year on year due to increased production of passenger vehicles.
  • Mazda's total domestic production volume in the period from January through June 2021 increased 43.3% year on year due to increased production of passenger vehicles.
  • Mazda's domestic sales volume in the period from January through June 2021 increased 1.3% year on year due to increased sales of passenger vehicles.
  • Mazda's global sales volume in June 2021 increased 8.2% year on year due to increased sales in the U.S., Europe and other regions.

Arcimoto Demonstrates First Driverless FUV, Debuts Production Roadster and Arcimoto Flatbed at FUV and Friends Summer Showcase

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Automotive Manufacturing, Manufacturing, General Automotive, Automotive, Motor vehicles, Cars, Transport, Arcimoto, FUV, Steering, Torque vectoring, Roadsters, Sports cars, Coupés

From the very first ride, I knew the Roadster would deliver a ride like no other machine on the road.

Key Points: 
  • From the very first ride, I knew the Roadster would deliver a ride like no other machine on the road.
  • The Roadster is an extension of your will to move, and we are very excited to bring it into the world, said Frohnmayer.
  • Stafl Systems, founded by brilliant electrical engineer and Arcimoto alum Erik Stafl, demonstrated a new torque vectoring technology that dramatically improves steering at low speeds.
  • Arcimoto (NASDAQ: FUV) develops and manufactures ultra-efficient and affordable electric vehicles to help the world shift to a sustainable transportation system.

The McLaren 765LT Spider: extreme performance and new heights of driver engagement from McLaren's most powerful-ever convertible supercar

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Cars, Motor vehicles, Sports cars, McLaren Automotive, Coupés, McLaren Group, McLaren, Supercar, Robert Melville, McLaren 720S

Complementing the 765LT 'Longtail' coupe unveiled last year all of which are sold the new Spider is McLaren's most powerful-ever convertible supercar and brings highest-ever levels of driver engagement to the McLaren LT experience.

Key Points: 
  • Complementing the 765LT 'Longtail' coupe unveiled last year all of which are sold the new Spider is McLaren's most powerful-ever convertible supercar and brings highest-ever levels of driver engagement to the McLaren LT experience.
  • "A McLaren 'Longtail' is engineered to deliver not only incredible performance but also the highest levels of driver engagement.
  • McLaren Automotive also chooses to partner with like-minded, world-leadingcompanies and organisations who push the boundaries in their respective fields.
  • The McLaren Group is a global leader in luxury automotive and technology and comprises three businesses: Automotive, Racing and Applied.

Lamborghini Charlotte has welcomed the all-new Lamborghini Huracan STO

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Cars, Car classifications, Motor vehicles, Sports cars, Coupés, Roadsters, Lamborghini Huracán, Lamborghini

CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Racing and supercar enthusiasts in the Charlotte area can now take a closer look at the all-new Lamborghini Huracan STO at the Lamborghini Charlotte dealership.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Racing and supercar enthusiasts in the Charlotte area can now take a closer look at the all-new Lamborghini Huracan STO at the Lamborghini Charlotte dealership.
  • The Lamborghini Huracan STO comes in three driving modes, namely STO, Trofeo, and Pioggia.
  • Potential customers who would like to learn more about the Lamborghini Huracan STO can visit the dealership website https://www.lamborghiniclt.com/ .
  • Finally, Lamborghini Charlotte is available at 6500 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC, for further inquiries.

Electric Motor Technology Company YASA Acquired by Mercedes-Benz

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Professional services, Hardware, Electronic design automation, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, General Automotive, Technology, Automotive, Environment, Engineering, Automotive Manufacturing, Finance, Manufacturing, Car classifications, Cars, Motor vehicles, Mercedes-Benz, Electric vehicle, YASA Limited, Sports cars, Grand tourers, Battery electric vehicles

YASA will help to develop pioneering best-in-class electric drive innovations to give Mercedes-Benz exceptional performance in a new electric era.

Key Points: 
  • YASA will help to develop pioneering best-in-class electric drive innovations to give Mercedes-Benz exceptional performance in a new electric era.
  • Founded in 2009, YASAs proprietary axial-flux electric motor is a step-change from the legacy radial electric motor technology.
  • YASA will provide electric motors for Mercedes-Benzs AMG.EA electric-only platform, while also acting as an innovation partner pioneering new electric drive technology for the Group.
  • Together, we have the opportunity to make YASA the premier mark of excellence in electric motor technology, accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles and resetting the bar for electric driving experiences.