McLaren’s most powerful car has a familiar Australian name
British supercar specialist McLaren has unveiled its most powerful road vehicle ever, which shares its name with the Australian automotive icon. McLaren's latest performance hero, the W1, is the brand's third supercar to receive the '1' designation, following the legendary F1 and more recently the P1. Although prices start at around £2 million (AU$3.86 million), only 399 will be built and all have been completed. Hundreds of new car deals available via car expert Now. Get the experts on your side and get big rewards. Browse now. If the W1 nameplate sounds familiar, that's because it is - Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) created the GTSR W1 back in 2017, a carbon fiber bespoke supercharged version of the GTS sedan that made Australian-made high-performance The car shines. Only 275 were produced, all powered by a 6.2-litre supercharged V8 engine producing 474kW of power and 815Nm of torque. In addition to the W1 nameplate, both the McLaren supercar and the HSV special…
F1: McLaren’s Piastri to support Norris and
Oscar Piastri has confirmed he is ready to support teammate Lando Norris and McLaren in their challenge for the 2024 Formula 1 title against Red Bull and Max Verstappen. McLaren have confirmed that they will prioritise Lando Norris over Oscar Piastri for the remainder of the 2024 Formula 1 season in a bid to boost their title chances. The decision comes in response to Norris' strong performances and McLaren's recent pace of development, which has narrowed their championship lead over Max Verstappen. Verstappen's 62-point lead now looks more tenuous following Red Bull's disappointing performance at the Monza Grand Prix. With eight races remaining, McLaren are determined to use this opportunity to mount a title challenge against Verstappen. Until now, McLaren has treated both Norris and Piastri the same, allowing them to race freely. However, the team's strategic shift suggests they believe focusing on Norris can deliver better results in their pursuit of the title. Also read: F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix:…
F1: McLaren’s Oscar Piastri says Lance Stroll ‘drives
Oscar Piastri was not shy in criticizing Lance Stroll's driving at the Italian Grand Prix. Piastri finished second behind Charles Leclerc, who he described as a rookie's driving style. He was frustrated by the time he lost while overtaking slower cars, including Stroll. Piastri was closing in on Leclerc with a strong two-stop strategy, but the slower drivers hampered his progress. He believes these delays cost him the win, as he was unable to maintain momentum and challenge Leclerc effectively. Piastri also pointed out that the time he took to overtake Stroll in the closing stages while chasing Leclerc ultimately prevented him from closing the gap. Despite Leclerc's efforts, he won by 2.6 seconds. Oscar Piastri said: "I basically asked myself what pace I needed to catch Charles. The speed I needed was basically the speed I was driving in the first few laps. At that time, I was very optimistic. You know, I was a lot behind Carlos. Stroll…
F1: McLaren’s Oscar Piastri reveals X-rays of fractured ribs
Oscar Piastri won his first Formula One title at the Hungarian Grand Prix and now he has revealed he did it despite suffering broken ribs, which made it even more impressive. Oscar Piastri shocked the Formula 1 world when he revealed he raced through an injury that occurred during the British Grand Prix. The news heightened admiration for his impressive performances, including his maiden Formula 1 victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Piastri's tenacity and skill have further cemented his reputation as a rising star in the sport. Piastri has quickly become a formidable challenger to reigning world champion Max Verstappen and constructors champions Red Bull Racing. In 14 races this season, Piastri has finished on the podium four times, including a breakthrough win at the Hungarian Grand Prix, showing he has the potential to disrupt Formula 1's current dominance. "The first part of the season is over. First Grand Prix win. First broken bone. Riboud is enjoying this break,"…
F1: Zak Brown admits surprise at McLaren’s strong position
Zak Brown admits that McLaren's rapid rise to the championship in 2024 has exceeded expectations. Currently, the team is only 42 points behind Red Bull in the constructors' standings, and its progress is indeed remarkable. Zak Brown is excited about McLaren's meteoric rise during the 2024 Formula 1 season. The team's leap from midfield to title contender has surprised even Brown, who had expected such success by 2025. McLaren's comeback over the past two seasons has been one of the most talked-about stories in the sport. From finishing fourth in the Constructors' Championship in 2023, they now mount a serious challenge to Red Bull's dominance. Brilliant performances from Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have closed the gap to just 42 points behind the championship leader. To overtake Red Bull, McLaren will need everything to go perfectly - race wins, second places and fastest laps - as well as rare mistakes from its rivals. While it's a tall order, Brown is…
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