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The Drive
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Drive
Basic Is Back: Here Are the De Tomaso P72's Best Throwback Details
The latest car news, reviews, and features. De Tomaso is back with a new production-spec supercar called the P72. Pretty much everybody loves it, and for good reason—it's gorgeous. Not only that, but it's a staunchly old-school affair, rocking a 700-horsepower, 605 lb-ft supercharged 5.0-liter cross-plane Ford Coyote V8 that's been tuned by Roush and mated to a six-speed manual transmission. Officially billed as 'a tribute to an era when man and machine moved in perfect harmony,' this glorious, screen-free exercise in nostalgia is stubbornly analog in its details, too; you could almost call it basic. But, if you haven't heard, basic is cool again. Here are four refreshingly throwback touches on the P72 that deserve to make a comeback on performance cars that aren't Italian carbon unobtanium. The inclusion of a manual gearbox would be analog enough on its own, but De Tomaso went several steps further by blessing the P72 with a shifter linkage that's completely and beautifully exposed. De Tomaso Granted, that other boutique Italian supercar maker Pagani has been doing similar shifters for a while, but it doesn't make the P72's setup any less glorious. Also, there's something to be said about this one's swoopy, very extra, almost art deco brushed-bronze style that you don't get with the Paganis. Like pretty much every performance car post-S2000 and every car period post, like, 2012, the P72 appears to feature push-button start. Note the 'START' button in the center of the row of five located below the three analog dials (more on those later). Look to the left of this, however, is something many modern drivers have not seen in a while: a slot for a key. Top Gear got hands-on with this car and detailed the start-up process: Place the leather-lined key fob into the little triangular recessed section aft of the gear knob and press down. Remove the milled physical key into the steering-column slot and twist. Press the START button. Unnecessary? Yes. Convoluted? Sure, maybe a little. Cool as hell? You bet. De Tomaso As another wholly unnecessary but pointed design decision, the P72 dedicates a whole lot of dashboard real estate to three analog gauges measuring oil pressure, oil temperature, and battery voltage. It's a classic race car layout stemming from an era of mostly endurance racers in which keeping an eye on that stuff really mattered. It trickled into road-going performance cars around the '60s and stuck around for a while, but these days, its inclusion is mostly a nostalgia play. The old Datsun 240Z famously had a rendition of this, as did every Z car that followed, including the new one you can likely find at your local Nissan dealer. So, yeah, there's one thing the new Nissan Z has in common with the De Tomaso P72. Arguably popularized by the likes of BMW and later adopted by almost every new car available no matter how pedestrian, drive modes surprisingly aren't a thing with the P72. Granted, the push-rod suspension system features dampers that are manually adjustable, but that's it. No knobs or buttons that alter throttle response, steering weight, or how red your gauges are. You just get in it and drive. On specs and facts alone, De Tomaso's new baby sounds like it'll be a car you'll want to drive, too, 'cause it's built around a carbon unibody monocoque, the entire body is also carbon, and its Ford-sourced V8 is assembled by hand and is said to feature a header design inspired by the '60s. The six-speed manual's gear ratios were tuned for entertaining in-gear performance, not top speed. True to its name, only 72 of these things will ever be made, but between this and that one electric truck everybody won't stop talking about, basic is back and hopefully the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini will jump on the bandwagon soon. Got a tip or question for the author about the P72? You can reach him here: Chris Tsui is The Drive's Reviews Editor. He oversees the site's car reviews operation in addition to pitching in on industry news and writing his own evaluations of the latest rides. He lives in Toronto.
Top Gear
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Top Gear
The stunning €1.6m DeTomaso P72 is finally ready for production
First Look Revived Italian supercar with 700bhp supercharged heart lands with customers by Christmas Skip 16 photos in the image carousel and continue reading The DeTomaso P72 is determined not to be supercar vapourware. Remember the voluptuously styled stunner that graced the 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed, slathered in rose-gold? It's been ominously quiet. You might've presumed the whole project was dead in the water. But despite the pandemic and political upheaval creating some gale-force headwinds, the P72 is ready. has been granted exclusive access to the finished car, ahead of first deliveries with patient owners by Christmas 2025. Advertisement - Page continues below Although prototype P72s stoked engine rumours by borrowing the V12 from the Apollo Intensa Emozione also spearheaded by DeTomaso boss Norman Choi, the production cars will stay true to DeTomaso's American-powered roots. 700bhp and 590lb ft – plenty for pushing along around 1,400kg – comes courtesy of a 5.0-litre Roush-honed Ford V8 with forged pistons and crank, boosted by a bespoke supercharger specified to create as little whine as possible, because Choi prefers a naturally aspirated sound. No confirmed performance numbers yet, because Norman doesn't seem bothered about a 0-60 time or a top speed. Photography: Mark Riccioni You might like The mid-mounted powerplant lies in a carbon cradle, beneath a clamshell cover lined in gold foil, as prescribed in Gordon Murray's supercar bible. It's dry-sump lubricated and the ceramic-coated exhaust exits (via the suspension wishbones, in an intricate loop) directly out the top of the rear deck. Though the car you're looking at has been equipped with enormous silencers to meet European drive-by noise laws, DeTomaso is working on pipes with a more relaxed attitude to noise pollution. Advertisement - Page continues below While the concept P72 used a sequential gearbox, the finished car stays true to the original promise to deploy a six-speed manual with a clutch pedal and a gorgeous Pagani-esque exposed linkage. Alongside the GMA T.50, Aston Martin Valiant and Pagani Utopia, the age of the stick-shift hypercar really does appear to be upon us. 'Stick' doesn't really do this one justice. The gear lever is one of 179 pieces of milled aluminium in the P72's phenomenally ornate cabin – 19 more than the Bugatti Tourbillon, which uses the same metalwork supplier, we're told. The knurled brightwork and switchgear is available in three finishes and endless colours, and there are endless details to drool over. The Roman numeral-engraved rev-counter that spins to IX (9). The triplet of oil pressure, temperature and coolant gauges in the centre. There is no infotainment system, no Apple CarPlay, not even a radio. The only 'screen' inside is the mirror which doubles as a display for the rear-view camera, a necessity specified by the company boss who's owned a multitude of supercars and finds manoeuvring in narrow Hong Kong parking garages a trifle stressful. If you'd prefer to do without the virtual mirror, it's a delete-option. Since we saw the P72 at Goodwood, DeTomaso has reworked the LMP1-spec carbon monocoque for a lower sill to ease entry, and fixed the seats to the tub itself for improved cabin space. The steering wheel and pedals adjust to suit each driver, who'll park their wealthy backside on bespoke seat cushions. Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox. The driving position is pure racecar: low, with backside on the deck and heels raised to meet the floor-hinged pedals. The cabin is snug, but airy thanks to glass-topped doors that onlookers will appreciate as much as occupants. Who wouldn't want to gawp at that interior? DeTomaso says the P72 is a GT car – hence its generous 100-litre fuel tank – as opposed to the track-spec Apollo from the related stable. But you're going to be travelling light: twin luggage bins aft of the engine are big enough for a crash helmet and a change of underwear for both occupants, but you'll be packing light into the fitted luggage. If this is the first you're hearing of the P72 and you made a mint selling hand-sanitiser during covid, you'll probably want one, even at €1.6m a pop. Plus taxes. Bad news: all 72 are sold. Have been for years, and there's a lengthy waiting list in case someone drops out of the queue. TG's spidey-sense is that DeTomaso isn't going to have gone to the trouble of dreaming up this new supercar for just one production run, so stay tuned for the P900 track-only version, and perhaps another version in the coming years. P72 Roadster anyone? 16 minutes 56 seconds
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Memorial Day parade and event scheduled in Mazeppa
MAZEPPA — A long-standing Memorial Day tradition will kick off in Union County on May 25. The Mazeppa Union Church at 3200 Johnson Mill Road will host the annual Memorial Day Parade at 6 p.m. May 25. It will be followed by a ceremony in the church cemetery with special guest speaker Don Turner. "This is a great community event," church secretary/treasurer Hazel Roush said. "It draws the people together. They sit on their porches all through Mazeppa. It's a great community gathering to honor those who sacrificed everything for us." The parade forms in the area of Thomas' Garage, 2499 Johnson Mill Road, and travels through Mazeppa toward the Union Church cemetery. Fire companies, residents and community organizations are part of the parade, Roush said. Turner, a veteran from Mazeppa who served in the U.S. Army during Operation Desert Storm, will speak during the ceremony, she said. The event has special music and a 22-gun salute by the American Legion. The ceremony is followed by an ice cream social in the community center sponsored by the Good Time 4-H Club, Roush said. Doug Walter, of the nonprofit Union County Veterans Foundation, is a former organizer of the event. The parade and ceremony remind Walter of Mayberry, a fictional community that was the setting of the television sitcom "The Andy Griffith Show" in the 1960s. "It's hometown America the way it should be and small-town America at its best," Walter said. "It's small and simple, and that's what makes it special."
ArabGT
29-04-2025
- Automotive
- ArabGT
Roush Nightmare Is the Truck Ford Wouldn't Dare Build
The Roush Nightmare has earned a bold reputation, often described as 'the truck Ford is afraid to build.' This statement likely reflects the Nightmare's aggressive styling and street-focused performance, areas Ford's production models haven't explored in recent years. What is the Roush Nightmare? Roush Performance, a long-time Ford collaborator known for enhancing its vehicles, has transformed the F-150 into a true street machine with the Nightmare edition. Built off the XL or XLT trims, the 2025 Roush Nightmare focuses on on-road performance. It features a significantly lowered suspension — dropping three inches at the front and five inches at the rear — thanks to a system of upgraded shocks, spindles, and stabilizer bars. This setup allows the truck to achieve over 1.0 G of lateral grip, an extraordinary figure for a full-size pickup. Performance upgrades don't stop there. Larger slotted brake discs, a quad exhaust setup, and 22-inch gloss black wheels wrapped in General Tire G-MAX AS07 rubber sharpen both braking and cornering capabilities. For those craving even more power, Roush offers an optional TVS R2650 supercharger fitted to the 5.0-liter V8, boosting output to between 695 and 705 horsepower, alongside 650 lb-ft of torque — far beyond the standard F-150's 400 hp. Visually, the Nightmare stands out with a blacked-out grille featuring amber lighting, hood vents, exclusive body graphics, and an interior trimmed with black and red leather details, blending aggression with luxury. Why the Talk About Fear? The idea that Ford 'fears' building a truck like the Nightmare likely stems from strategic choices rather than actual hesitation. Ford once dabbled in high-performance street trucks with the iconic SVT Lightning, a 380-horsepower supercharged pickup capable of hitting 60 mph in just over five seconds. Since then, the company has shifted focus toward off-road dominance (F-150 Raptor) and luxury (King Ranch, Platinum models) instead of street-focused performance. Several factors explain Ford's reluctance to launch a truck like the Nightmare: Changing market dynamics: Buyers now prioritize off-road capability and upscale features over pure street performance, pushing factory-built street trucks into niche territory. Regulatory challenges: A supercharged V8 delivering over 650 horsepower would struggle to align with tightening fuel economy and emissions standards, especially as Ford emphasizes electrification through vehicles like the F-150 Lightning EV. Economic considerations: The Nightmare package adds nearly $20,000 to the base truck, with an additional $8,650 for the supercharger — costs that might limit mainstream appeal. Partnering with Roush allows Ford to serve performance enthusiasts without bearing the risks directly. Warranty and dealership support: Since Roush-modified trucks are sold through Ford dealers and carry a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty, Ford benefits from maintaining a connection to this performance niche without formally expanding its own product line. Real-world performance: While Roush boasts about creating the 'world's fastest truck,' these claims are based on track-prepared conditions. Whether it can outperform rivals like the 702-hp Ram 1500 TRX, which clocks a 0–60 mph time of 4.1 seconds, remains to be seen outside controlled environments. In essence, the Roush Nightmare revives the spirit of the old SVT Lightning, delivering supercar-rivaling acceleration, bold looks, and serious track capabilities. Ford's decision not to build a direct equivalent speaks less to fear and more to adapting to current market demands, regulatory pressures, and long-term strategic goals.
Fox News
22-04-2025
- Automotive
- Fox News
Discover the world's first hydrogen outboard engine-powered boat
Imagine powering your boat not with gasoline but with clean hydrogen fuel. That's exactly what Yamaha, together with Roush Industries and Regulator Marine, is working on right now. They're developing the world's first hydrogen-combustion outboard engine, aiming to make boating greener and more sustainable. This is part of Yamaha's big plan to reach carbon neutrality by 2050, using a mix of electric, alternative fuels and now hydrogen technology. To reach their goal, a specially modified Regulator Marine 26XO boat was taken to a hydrogen fueling station. The team filled its tanks with hydrogen for the very first time, which was a huge milestone. This 26-foot boat runs on a tweaked version of Yamaha's powerful 450hp XTO outboard engine, but instead of gasoline, it's fueled by gaseous hydrogen. Matt Van Benschoten from Roush, who's been deeply involved in the project, called it "a big moment." He handled the tricky job of designing and integrating the hydrogen fuel system, making sure everything was safe and worked smoothly. Yamaha started with their largest offshore outboard, the XTO 450, and made some smart changes to handle hydrogen. They adjusted parts like the cylinder heads, fuel lines and injectors to work with hydrogen's unique properties. But most of the engine is still the same as the gasoline version. The boat itself was modified to fit three high-pressure hydrogen tanks, each holding fuel at 700 bar (that's super-high pressure). These tanks are designed to expand as they fill up, so Yamaha's engineers had to come up with clever mounting solutions that let the tanks move a bit without causing problems. Though Yamaha hasn't disclosed the gasoline equivalency of the hydrogen tanks, they are striving to achieve optimal capacity for marine industry applications. Safety is a huge focus here. The boat uses a standard hydrogen refueling connector and follows strict protocols to make sure filling up is safe and efficient. There's even tank monitoring feedback between the boat and the fueling station that monitors tank conditions and can stop refueling if things get too hot. Inside the boat, multiple hydrogen detectors keep an eye on gas levels. If hydrogen starts to build up, the system alerts the captain. If it gets too high, the engine shuts down and vents the gas safely. Plus, Roush designed a special ventilation system to make sure any leaked hydrogen escapes from the highest points on the boat, since hydrogen is lighter than air and rises. Yamaha first showed off this hydrogen outboard at the Miami Boat Show, then took it to the SEMA Show in Las Vegas to get the automotive and marine industries talking about hydrogen infrastructure. They've built two boats so far: one for display and one for real-world testing. Now, the team is focused on fine-tuning the system, running safety tests and figuring out how far the boat can go on a tank of hydrogen. They're also working on making refueling faster and more convenient. Right now, the tanks are cylindrical and take up a lot of space, limiting how much hydrogen the boat can carry. However, in the future, Yamaha hopes to use other tank alternatives to integrate more efficiently and fit better inside the boat hull. Finding the right parts for these super-high-pressure hydrogen systems isn't easy either; the supply chain is still catching up. However, with partners like Roush and Regulator Marine, Yamaha is pushing through these challenges. And it's not stopping there. Yamaha recently acquired electric outboard maker Torqeedo, showing they're serious about exploring all kinds of clean marine propulsion technologies. Ben Speciale, president of Yamaha's U.S. Marine Business Unit, tells Cyberguy, "Our hydrogen outboard concept is on the water now, and we're learning more about how to optimize its performance every day. We believe a multiple-technology solution is the best way to achieve cleaner products on the water, and hydrogen represents one of those pathways within our product line. We're optimistic about the future of hydrogen in the marine industry, and we look forward to sharing specific performance data as it becomes available." Yamaha's hydrogen outboard project is about rethinking how we power our boats in a way that's safe, practical and sustainable. While there's still work to do, this collaboration is making real progress toward cleaner waters and greener adventures. If hydrogen can take off in boating, it could change the game for the entire marine industry. Do you think hydrogen-powered outboard engines are the real future of boating or just an idea that still has a long way to go? Let us know by writing us at For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Follow Kurt on his social channels: Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions: New from Kurt: Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
