motoring news Bahrainthismonth.com September 2023 51 MCLAREN COLLABORATES WITH EMERGING GERMAN ARTIST British luxury supercar maker McLaren Automotive has revealed an exclusive collaboration with acclaimed German artist, Cevin Parker, in the form of a unique design for the McLaren Artura hybrid supercar. The Artura represents a fusion of art and future technology as McLaren’s first series production, high-performance hybrid supercar. The Artura name is a combination of ‘art’ and ‘future’, reflecting the seamless integration of cutting-edge technology and stunning design. With instant torque from its electric motor and a powerful V6 engine, the Artura delivers an exhilarating driving experience. The car’s sleek, aerodynamic silhouette is inspired by modern art, making it the perfect canvas for the signature collaboration between McLaren and Cevin Parker. A contemporary self-taught abstract artist, Berlin-based Parker is rapidly gaining a following and has recently exhibited his work at the IncubARTor exhibition in Hamburg. Parker’s abstract art beautifully complements McLaren’s bold and contemporary design language, while his innovative thinking and use of the latest technologies – including augmented reality – perfectly align with McLaren’s ethos. THE NEW PORSCHE 911 S/T MARKS 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE 911 The engineers in Weissach, Germany have designed the 911 S/T - a highly purist sports car dedicated to sheer driving enjoyment - to mark the 60th anniversary of the iconic 911 sports car. Unlike the 911 GT3 RS, the focus of the development of the 911 S/T has been not on track use, but rather for journeys on public roads. In a limited run of just 1,963 examples, the Porsche 911 S/T offers lightweight design and a purist driving experience. In addition, and for the first time, the 386 kW (525 PS) high-revving engine from the 911 GT3 RS delivers its power to the road via a manual gearbox and lightweight clutch. The 911 S/T weighs just 1,380 kilograms (DIN kerb weight, incl. all fluids), making it the lightest model of the 992 generation. The exclusive anniversary model unites the strengths of the 911 GT3 with Touring Package and the 911 GT3 RS and delivers a unique combination of agility and driving dynamics. It combines the naturally aspirated, 386 kW (525 PS) 4.0-litre boxer engine from the 911 GT3 RS with a shortratio manual transmission. The optional Heritage Design Package draws inspiration from the racing version of the 911 S from the late 1960s and early 1970s. The British-born car brand MG Motor has launched a new, updated version of its mostpopular fully electric SUV for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, the New 2024 MG ZS EV. The New 2024 MG ZS EV is equipped with a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor, with two battery options of 51 KW and 77 KW delivering a maximum power output of 176.75 PS and a torque of 280 Nm. The range of the vehicle is 280 KM with 51 KW battery pack and 385 kilometres from 77 KW battery pack, allowing for longer distances without charging. Its motor accelerates the car from 0 to 50 km/h in just 3.6 seconds. When it comes to charging the vehicle, with the rapid charging option, the vehicle can be charged up to 80 percent in just 40 minutes and from a standard charging point, the estimated time takes around nine hours. The arrival of the New MG ZS EV follows the recent introduction of the brand’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle, the MG HS PHEV, and represents yet another significant milestone for MG Motor as it expands its New Energy Vehicles (NEV) portfolio. MG MOTOR INTRODUCES THE NEW 2024 MG ZS EV
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