autoevolution 19 Apr 2021, 10:24 UTC ·
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With electrification taking over the automotive industry at an accelerated pace, the time has come for Maserati to release its second gas-electric model, namely the 2021 Levante Hybrid. Having arrived as part of the 2021MY update at the ongoing Auto Shanghai 2021 event, the electrified version of the SUV follows the 48V footsteps of the mild-hybrid Ghibli sedan introduced last summer. 38 photos
The powertrain borrowed from the sedan involves a turbo-four 2.0-liter gasoline unit that also works with an electric supercharger. With 325 hp (330 PS) at 5,750 rpm, the output has remained unchanged, but the 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque now arrives at 2,250 rpm instead of 4,000 rpm.
autoevolution 19 Apr 2021, 6:24 UTC ·
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It was the summer of 1969 when Chrysler came up with the full eye candy bar known as the High Impact Colors. And, out of all the optional hues offered back then, there was one that stood out in particular fashion: wearing the FM3 codename, this was labeled as Moulin Rouge for Plymouths and Cryslers, while using the Panther Pink moniker when covering Dodges. So, how about a virtual Plymouth AAR Cuda revival rocking the said shade? 7 photos
While the Plymouth brand was two decades ago, the rumor mill has been talking about a Cuda revival for quite a few years now, with most unofficial chat of the sort being focused on the nameplate returning as a convertible based on the contemporary Challenger.
autoevolution 19 Apr 2021, 7:25 UTC ·
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Representing America, this Z06 is still reigning: sure, it s not in production anymore, but we won t see the C8 Corvette Z06 until later this year.
The supercharged 6.2-liter V8 powering the Chevrolet comes with 650 hp in standard trim. And this LT4 unit is mostly stock, only packing a cold air intake. Nevertheless, the Vette packs the optional eight-speed automatic, which is obviously quicker than the manual and therefore the proper choice for engaging in competitive sprinting.
As for Japan s entry, we re dealing with a 2JZ monster that has left its factory twin-turbo hardware behind in favor of a single unit, namely a Precision 6766 turbocharger. With this delivering 21 lbs of boost for the race, the 3.0-liter straight-six of the Supra delivers around 600 horsepower to the rear wheels, making for a crankshaft number of approximately 700 horses.
autoevolution 18 Apr 2021, 19:55 UTC ·
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Do you know that feeling when a certain music video pushes all the right buttons for you and yet, as an aficionado, you can t stop but imagine all the vehicles you d like the clip to feature? Quite a few of us have experienced such a feeling, but not too many enthusiasts could say they ve done something about it. Well, digital artist Timothy Adry Emmanuel is definitely one of the exceptions, with the Buick GSX shown in this rendering being part of such a story. 9 photos
The 1970 Buick GSX parked on our screens right now makes for a memorable digital build, but, before we zoom in on its custom bits and pieces, we need to discuss its genesis.
autoevolution 16 Apr 2021, 15:28 UTC ·
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Have you ever felt like the Hellcat 6.2-liter V8 has too little weight to carry around in the Dodge Charger and Challenger, or even in the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk? No problem, the Mopar people have you covered with the scale destroyers that are the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX and the Dodge Durango Hellcat. 6 photos
When it comes to a drag race between the super-truck and the uber-SUV, the only question that needs to be asked is why not? . After all, these slabs of America pack in excess of 1,400 hp combined.
Then again, we re here to deliver some answers, as a Durango Hellcat and a T-Rex recently got together for a spicy night of competitive sprinting. Speaking of which, please remember to steer clear of such street fights and head over to the drag strip when you feel like racing.