A reliable power unit that rarely presented a problem, made Lewis Hamilton world champion six times and Nico Rosberg once. Mercedes wanted to take advantage of that engine, specifically from 2015, by implementing it in the Mercedes-AMG One street model.

The power generated by this part derives directly from the one used by the silver arrows seven seasons ago in Formula 1, where only Hamilton and Rosberg were contenders for the title, which in the end ended up in the hands of the Briton.

The engine adapted to the street model generates 1,063 hp with top speed of 352 km/h, and being a version drawn from a single power unit, so was its production, given that only 275 units are manufactured with a price tag of $2.75 million.

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Formula 1 Footprint and History

This model already knew the public light previously. During the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, a concept was revealed under the name Project One, which years later has become a reality with a twin-turbo V6 engine taken from Formula 1, with a lot of history under the hood.

The Mercedes-AMG One’s 1.6-liter turbo-hybrid V6 turbo-hybrid power unit has been taken from the Mercedes W06 of the 2015 Formula 1 season. It delivers 1,063 hp, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.9 seconds, while reaching 200 km/h in 7 seconds. Total speed is 352 km/h.

The power and thrust force is distributed as if it were a Formula 1 vehicle, i.e., distributed between V6 engine, MGU-K and MGU-H. On each front axle will be located an electric motor that will provide 163 hp each.

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The South African outlined plans for the electric car company that encompass trucks, vans, autonomous driving system and charging stations. In the vehicle section, the Tesla Cybertruck was able to win a space in the automotive segment despite not having made its official debut.

From the moment it was announced, it caused a sensation due to its physical and technical specifications. A rather peculiar design accompanied by electrified power were part of the features that were revealed at the time.

Knowing that it would be manufactured with space rocket materials (those used by SpaceX) also added a plus of curiosity and appeal towards the SUV. However, several events have consistently delayed its mass production.

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Inside the Cybertruck

Several prototypes have managed to overcome the obstacles to be put to the test. Precisely, one of them has been driven by Whole Mars Catalog, who a few months ago uploaded a small fragment to their official Twitter account showing part of the interior.

The Tesla Cybertruck was driven at the Texas Gigafactory facilities. The video is short, so you can only see the transparent glass roof and the information screen located next to the driver.

The production of the pickup truck will enter the production phase in mid-2023, although with so many problems that Tesla has gone through with this model, it is not surprising that new circumstances will delay Elon Musk’s plans.

In addition, the physical and technical specifications along with the previously known price of the Cybertruck will be modified, as stated by the company’s CEO a few weeks ago.

“A lot has changed since then, so the specs and pricing will be different. I hate to give some sort of bad news. But I think there’s no way to anticipate the inflation that we’ve seen and the various problems,” Musk said at the Cyber Roundup shareholder event.

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In partnership with Red Bull, Ford will return to the top category of world motorsport as the Austrian team’s engine supplier from the 2026 season, just where the series will make an important step towards sustainable transition with the introduction of new power units and clean fuels.

“Ford is returning to the pinnacle of the sport,” assures Jim Farley, CEO of the American manufacturer. Now, from the F1 side, Stefano Domenicali, president and CEO of the category, said, “We can’t wait to see the Ford logo running on Formula 1’s most iconic circuits”.

On the other hand, Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner was also pleased to partner with Ford for the team’s near future. “It will be a real strategic partnership; Ford will help with battery, hybrid technology and much more to keep the team ahead of the competition.”

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A Great One’s Return

Ford’s return to Formula 1 comes accompanied by four essential pillars that have been revealed via social networks: “innovation, sustainability, electrification and world stage”. In this way, the Americans will return to the premier category of motorsport, joining Audi as major brands that will arrive in F1 in 2026.

Although the entry will be in 2026, starting this year, Ford and Red Bull Powertrains, the team’s engine division, will work to develop a next-generation power unit to drive Red Bull Racing and Alpha Tauri until at least 2030.

Finally, it is worth noting that the new Grand Circus regulations will stipulate more electric power and 100% sustainable fuels, improving safety and reducing costs for manufacturers, in keeping with the demands of a more sustainable category for the future.

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Undoubtedly, this question is a “problem” for many brands dedicated to marketing sports cars, since the sound produced by internal combustion engines is the main reason for their elegance.

Faced with this scenario, Ferrari has covered its back, since according to Bloomberg (based on analysts from Oddo BHF), the Italians are planning to increase the engine noise for their electric supercars.

The report from the aforementioned media outlet claims that Ferrari’s electric supercars will feature a unique and distinctive engine noise crafted from an amplification system following the filing of a patent filed by the Maranello-based company covering a “reproduction device for the realization of a sound that can be associated with an electric motor.”

In this way, Ferrari will be able to increase the surround sound and move it towards one or more electric motors, which could see it implemented in its first electrified production supercar to hit the automotive market in 2025.

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Electrification Roadmap

The transition to electrification of the automotive market is a reality for everyone. In the case of Ferrari, it has taken a while to arrive, as only in 2025 will it launch its first 100% electric vehicle, which is one of the most eagerly awaited models by many in the industry, due to the brand’s relevance in the sector.

During a meeting for investors held in Maranello in June 2022, the Prancing Horse revealed that 15 new vehicles will arrive between then and 2026, of which there will be up to three different propulsion systems.

However, it is expected that by 2026, 60% of the brand will have electrified models, either hybrid or 100% battery-powered, while the remaining 40% will be gasoline-powered.

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As a premium mid-size sedan, the German manufacturer presented the next generation that will top the list of electric vehicles, where little by little VW is positioning itself as one of the most solid globally, where in 2021 it took over 11% of the market.

With almost 5 meters long, being still a concept, Volkswagen delved into the aerodynamic section intensely after drawing deep and continuous lines that begin at the front grille and slide over the entire structure to finish at the rear, achieving a coefficient of 0.23.

The windshield provides a racing look, as if it were an airplane cockpit or futuristic vehicle, strengthening the concept of “next level” with respect to electric cars. This sensation can be appreciated from the front, since from the side the design resembles a car much more than an aircraft.

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Another Step Toward Full Electrification

Aesthetically, it will sport 22-inch wheels flush with the wheel arches, with a paint for the entire bodywork called Polar Light Blue Metallic. In addition, one of the most striking details is the replacement of the door handles with tactile surfaces, increasing the futuristic feel and contributing to a lower resistance to the wind flow.

Volkswagen claims that this vehicle will be global in scale, available for the Chinese, European and U.S. markets, representing the German brand as a worthy successor to the ID.4 in terms of popularity and global reach.

The ID.AERO will have a range of more than 600 kilometers thanks to a powerful 77 kWh battery, and is expected to reach the market in 2023, as part of Volkswagen’s offensive to position itself in the market as a benchmark in electric models.

Finally, a vehicle of these characteristics will strengthen the zero emission plans established as mandatory for 2050, being sustainable, elegant and powerful, where these features are ideally combined to seduce potential customers.

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Musk has already combined the potential of both companies to create a single product: Tesla Cybertruck, an electrified pickup truck with plenty of power in its powertrain and great cargo and towing capabilities that uses the same materials used in SpaceX rockets for its body.

At the moment, this is the only officially known technology “crossover” between Tesla and SpaceX. However, all the ingenuity and creativity of a German designer has revealed what a Tesla car powered by space rockets would look like.

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Mixing technologies

This (unofficial) concept is called Tesla SpaceX Model R, authored by Maximilian Schneider, a designer who has worked for several well-known companies such as Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Mitsubishi and HiPhi. At first glance, the vehicle shares an aggressive shape to facilitate aerodynamics, with pronounced curves and in the central part that divert airflow to various parts of the body.

A unique cockpit would facilitate adaptation at high speeds, as would the shape of the sides, like a sort of extended pontoon (similar to a 2022 Formula 1) that elongates at the rear. This concept would only work with an electrified propulsion system accompanied by liquid hydrogen propellant rockets to deliver 2,600 horsepower with top speed of 467 km/h (290 mph) in standard mode.

Yes, Schneider’s creativity has given two versions of the Tesla SpaceX Model R, where the second would deliver 2,950 horsepower and accelerate to 526 km/h (327 mph). There is no doubt that this is a totally daring design, although unlikely to happen, but when it comes to Elon Musk, anything can be.

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Indeed, the U.S. Police will now have the all-electric 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning as part of its fleet of vehicles, which has been specially designed for these functions, according to the manufacturer.

“We are proud to offer the first U.S. police electric pickup truck to local government customers who can use the innovative technology in it to help improve their productivity,” says Nate Oscarson, Ford Pro National Government Sales Manager.

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Features

The truck has the features a police officer needs to be on patrol: comfortable, roomy and with the pertinent elements of the job. The cloth seats are rugged police-grade with reduced bolsters that help officers get in and out of the vehicle quickly. Also, the front seats feature steel intrusion plates built into the seatbacks.

The instrument panel comes with a special tray to hold all the necessary equipment, and of course, the roof features police LED warning lights (red/blue, amber/white). The mechanical section provides the necessary power for chases and grip on asphalt. The power unit delivers 452 hp with 775 lb-ft of torque, towing capacity of 7,700 pounds and maximum payload of 2,235 pounds.

Another variant offers 580 hp, 775 lb-ft of torque 5 and towing capacity of 10,000 pounds, both accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in just 4 seconds.
Fully equipped to perform, the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning represents a new step in the electrification of the automotive sector, where over time we are facing more and more vehicles of this type for public services for the protection of citizens.

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However, it is again stressed that it is necessary for the planet in order to reverse the consequences of climate change, although the market manufacturers know firsthand that the sound is one of the main attractions that can make or break a purchase.

Precisely, this factor is combined with the need to provide a loud sound to electrified cars, because beyond aesthetics, it has become an obligation, since driving without emitting an audible signal increases the risk of an accident.

Therefore, Dodge has taken advantage of this rule to include a quite attractive engine sound in the new electric Charger Daytona SRT, a car that looks amazing and fully equipped with technology to satisfy lovers of the brand.

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The Electric Motor Sound

Dodge‘s press release included a video to explain in detail the technological and mechanical functions of the electric Charger Daytona SRT.

From 1:53 to 1:56 minutes, the sound that has been added to the car’s functionality can be clearly heard. Of course, it will not be like the one emitted by a fossil fuel-powered engine, but it is certainly close enough to the original tune.

Finally, the vehicle will begin a new era of the Charger after adopting electrification as a mainstay, so both Dodge and the Stellantis Group expect it to be well received by the brand’s enthusiasts despite the significant.

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“The pinnacle of electric performance,” is how the company catalogs its Sapphire model, which figures to be the world’s first fully electrified luxury supercar sedan.

“Today, with the introduction of the Sapphire line, we take the next logical step forward. Lucid Air Sapphire, being the first Lucid product to carry the Sapphire name, builds on our technical prowess to take high electric performance to the next level,” said Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO of Lucid Group.

The mechanical section enjoys tremendous power, as it is capable of reaching 1,200 horsepower thanks to three state-of-the-art motors manufactured by the company itself.

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Speed and Luxury

The power units bring with them the brand’s microjet stator cooling system and corrugated winding, while the dual rear-drive unit features new technology: heat exchanger and higher coolant flow rate.

All this makes the Lucid Air Sapphire 2023 accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than 2 seconds, while 100 mph is reached in less than 4 seconds. Undoubtedly, an absolute force of power that the company has wanted to keep in incognito, because although it claims it will exceed 1,200 hp, it does not reveal the exact figure.

Aerodynamically it looks simple, but it is not. An oval or curved design shows off from the hood to the rear. The front grille has been aggressively structured with airflow deflecting parts located in the lower area.

Also, the wind flow runs along the car’s silhouette to achieve a desired lift effect, as well as being necessary due to the speed and power that the Lucid Air Sapphire 2023 can achieve.

Production of the car will begin in the first half of next year, although Lucid announces that production will be limited with deliveries expected in the U.S. and Canada at a cost of $249,000 dollars ($325,000 Canadian dollars).

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As the years go by, the Asian manufacturer will be producing more and more electric cars, as part of the sustainable commitment it has acquired with the planet, in addition to being sealed in the Paris Agreement where it is stipulated to reduce carbon emissions to zero by the year 2050.

Impeccable aerodynamic lines define, first, the Hyundai IONIQ 6. They run from the bumper and then split to generate lift across the windshield, roof and sides of the car.

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More than a Vehicle

Now, after surprising just by revealing its design in virtual form, it now did the same in physical form when SangYup Lee, Hyundai’s executive vice president and chief design officer, revealed features that go far beyond driving, serving as a complete technology suite that transcends the concepts of mobility and transportation.

“A cocoon-like personal space,” Lee defined the IONIQ 6, which can be taken anywhere and transformed into a personal office or sleeping center.
The center console has been designed to accommodate a laptop computer, as well as an integrated notes application on one of the car’s two 12-inch screens. USB-C and USB-A ports can power multiple devices to maximize the work or relaxation experience.

Also, you can work outside the vehicle by powering the laptop through the V2L adapter, serving as a great charger that can also provide power to other devices, such as appliances.

Finally, its creators describe it as an ideal car for people looking for more technology, who are company professionals, while the IONIQ 5 is aimed more at a family vehicle.

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