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ArabGT
a day ago
- Automotive
- ArabGT
Bugatti Masterpieces and Speed Battles Dominate This Week's Auto Headlines
The automotive world is buzzing with excitement this week, blending luxury, innovation, and raw power in stories that will be remembered for years to come. From Bugatti's one-off multimillion-dollar masterpiece to Ford's multibillion-dollar bet on affordable EVs, from Mercedes' fiery warnings to European lawmakers, to Dodge's bold revival of muscle car spirit, and Koenigsegg's jaw-dropping world record… it's clear that the industry never stops surprising us. Bugatti 'Bruyer' — A $30 Million One-Off Masterpiece Bugatti is no stranger to jaw-dropping debuts, but its latest creation redefines exclusivity. At the prestigious The Quail event, the French marque unveiled the Bruyer, a one-of-one hypercar crafted for a single customer. Under the hood lies an 8.0-liter quad-turbo W16 engine delivering a staggering 1,578 horsepower. With a fixed glass roof and a hand-built interior, the car exudes bespoke craftsmanship. The price? Rumored to exceed $30 million. More than a car, the Bruyer is a bold statement that Bugatti has moved beyond limited-series production into the realm of true one-off artistry. Ford's 'Model T' EV Moment Ford's CEO Jim Farley described it as nothing less than a revolution: a new Model T moment — this time for electric vehicles. Speaking in Kentucky, Farley announced a $5 billion investment to modernize the Louisville Assembly Plant and build a new battery facility in Michigan. At the core of this plan is a mid-size electric pickup with a target starting price of just $30,000, slated for 2027. But the real breakthrough isn't only in affordability — it's in a radically new assembly process designed to echo the spirit of the original Model T, which once transformed the industry. While some models have been pushed back to 2028, Ford is betting that mass-market, practical, and affordable EVs will put it back at the center of the electric revolution. Mercedes Warns: A 2035 Ban Could Trigger Market Collapse Ole Källenius, Mercedes-Benz CEO, sent shockwaves through the industry with his blunt criticism of the EU's plan to ban new internal combustion engine sales by 2035. He warned that the market simply isn't ready for a forced all-EV future. Calling for a 'reality check,' Källenius cautioned that enforcing such a mandate could 'collapse' Europe's car market, citing weak EV demand and fierce competition from China. Instead, he urged lawmakers to focus on tax incentives and cheaper charging costs to encourage adoption at a sustainable pace. His remarks, coinciding with Brussels' review of the 2035 plan, reflect growing concern that climate goals are racing ahead of market realities. 2026 Dodge Durango: All V8, No Compromise In an era where most brands are downsizing or going hybrid, Dodge is doubling down on muscle. The upcoming 2026 Durango will ditch the V6 entirely, offering only V8 engines across the lineup — from the GT trim all the way up to the 710-hp Hellcat. Even the entry-level GT will come standard with a HEMI V8, starting at $44,500, about $4,000 more than the outgoing V6 model. It's not just a technical update — it's Dodge sending a loud message: the muscle SUV is alive and well, even as the rest of the industry pivots to electrification. Koenigsegg vs. Rimac: The Battle for Speed Supremacy The race for ultimate speed has a new champion. With the Jesko Absolut, Koenigsegg shattered the 0–400–0 km/h record, stopping the clock at just 25.21 seconds, beating the Rimac Nevera R's previous best of 25.79 seconds. What's remarkable is that Koenigsegg didn't rely on mechanical upgrades, but on advanced software optimizations that fine-tuned transmission response and torque delivery. The result? A breathtaking sprint to 400 km/h — and back to zero — faster than any car in history. Rimac's founder, Mate Rimac, quickly fired back, promising to reclaim the crown soon. The stage is now set for another thrilling round in one of the greatest supercar rivalries the world has ever seen.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut Regains Hypercar Acceleration-Braking Record from Rimac
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector Koenigsegg has reclaimed a key performance record in the hypercar world, edging out Croatian rival Rimac by less than a second after refining its Jesko Absolut with updated software. The Swedish manufacturer announced that its twin-turbocharged, 1,600-horsepower V8-powered Jesko Absolut completed the 0-249-0 mph run in 25.21 seconds, surpassing the Rimac Nevera R's previous mark of 25.79 seconds. The Jesko also set a 0-250-0 mph time of 25.67 seconds, again topping the electric hypercar by roughly half a second. 12 Secret Products Serious Collectors Swear By The achievement came after Koenigsegg engineers recalibrated the car's Light Speed Transmission and engine management system while adding a new torque control program that improves traction. Dubbed 'Absolut Overdrive,' the update will be available to existing customers. 'That we achieve this level of performance with a production car utilizing a combustion engine with rear-wheel drive only — beating all four-wheel-drive electric cars in a straight line — is almost magical,' said company founder Christian von Koenigsegg. 10 Must-Have Tools and Gear for the Modern Car Collector (Amazon Edition) The record run took place August 7 at Sweden's Örebro airfield with factory test driver Markus Lundh behind the wheel. The Jesko used was the same example that set Koenigsegg's earlier record in 2024, underscoring the impact of the software improvements. While the Rimac Nevera R produces a staggering 2,107 horsepower from its quad-motor electric drivetrain, the Jesko Absolut's lighter weight and optimized aerodynamics give it a different kind of performance edge. The direct competition between the two highlights the evolving rivalry between high-performance electric vehicles and traditional combustion-engine hypercars. Daily Driven Collectibles: The Best Upgrades That Don't Hurt Resale Koenigsegg's latest achievement not only reclaims bragging rights in a tightly contested performance category but also reinforces its reputation for pushing engineering boundaries without abandoning its signature rear-wheel-drive, combustion-powered formula. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut achieves 0 to 400 to 0 run in 25.21s, breaks world record
Koenigsegg has reclaimed the 0 to 400 to 0 kmph world record for homologated road cars, achieving the feat on August 7, 2025, at Orebro Airfield in Sweden. Behind the wheel was factory test driver Markus Lundh, who completed the run in an astonishing 25.21 seconds. This time beats both Koenigsegg's own previous record from June 2024 and every other contender to date. The improvement came thanks to a set of new software refinements known as 'Absolut Overdrive," applied to the same Jesko Absolut used in last year's run. These upgrades, which will be rolled out to customer cars, enhance drivetrain communication, transmission control, and torque management, allowing the car to put down power more effectively in less-than-ideal conditions. Also check these Cars Find more Cars Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 2999.0 cc 2999.0 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 1.02 Cr Compare View Offers Lamborghini Urus Performante 3996 cc 3996 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 4.22 Cr Compare View Offers McLaren Artura 2993 cc 2993 cc Multiple Multiple ₹ 5.10 Cr Compare View Offers UPCOMING Honda Elevate EV ₹ 18 Lakhs Alert Me When Launched UPCOMING Audi New A3 1998.0 cc 1998.0 cc Petrol Petrol ₹ 39 - 45 Lakhs Alert Me When Launched UPCOMING Mahindra e20 NXT 15 kWh 15 kWh 140 km 140 km ₹ 6 - 8 Lakhs Alert Me When Launched Koenigsegg founder and CEO Christian von Koenigsegg praised the achievement, describing it as the result of 'synergies between our engineering and development teams, our cutting-edge software architecture, and class-leading mechanical solutions." What challenges did the team face? Lundh had to contend with a drying tarmac after earlier rainfall, a factor that made both acceleration and braking more challenging. Even under these sub-optimal conditions, the Jesko Absolut's combination of a low drag coefficient, sophisticated traction control, and immense engine performance delivered outstanding results. The verified figures highlight the achievement: zero to four hundred to zero kilometres per hour in 25.21 seconds, zero to four hundred kilometres per hour in 16.77 seconds, and four hundred to zero in just 8.44 seconds. In imperial units, the car went from zero to 250 mph and back to zero in 25.67 seconds. These times shaved over two and a half seconds from the Jesko Absolut's record of 27.83 seconds set in 2024. Christian von Koenigsegg noted that achieving such results with a rear-wheel-drive combustion car, while surpassing several four-wheel-drive electric hypercars in straight-line tests, challenges conventional assumptions about performance technology. What makes the Jesko Absolut capable of this performance? The Jesko Absolut is a purpose-built, road-legal hypercar introduced in 2020 as the speed-oriented version of the Jesko. Its design focuses on aerodynamic efficiency rather than cornering grip, making it distinct from the track-focused Jesko Attack. The massive fixed rear wing is replaced by an elongated tail section with twin vertical fins, and the bodywork is refined through thousands of hours of computational fluid dynamics testing. The result is a drag coefficient of just 0.278 and significantly reduced downforce, around 150 kilograms compared with the Attack's 1,400 kilograms. At its core is a 5.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 producing 1,600 brake horsepower when running on E85 fuel. The engine uses a lightweight flat-plane crankshaft weighing only 12.5 kilograms and can rev to 8,500 rpm. Power is delivered through Koenigsegg's nine-speed Light Speed Transmission, which employs multiple clutches to shift almost instantaneously without disrupting acceleration. The car's chassis and suspension are designed to remain stable at extreme speeds, while advanced electronic aids such as adjustable traction control and torque vectoring help manage the immense power through the rear wheels. These systems work alongside carbon-ceramic brakes capable of dissipating the enormous heat generated during high-speed stops. Why is this record significant? By outpacing all-electric hypercars in this specific acceleration and deceleration test, it demonstrates that rear-wheel-drive petrol-powered machines still have a place in the conversation about ultimate speed. With only 125 units planned across both Absolut and Attack versions, the Jesko Absolut remains an exclusive example of what can be achieved when aerodynamics, mechanical engineering, and software development are all pushed to their limits. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date:
TimesLIVE
6 days ago
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Koenigsegg reclaims 0–400–0km/h record from Rimac
Koenigsegg has snatched back the 0–400–0km/h record for a road legal car a month after losing it to Croatia's Rimac Nevera R. The Swedish hypercar maker set the new mark on August 7 at Örebro Airfield, where factory driver Markus Lundh piloted a Jesko Absolut from standstill to 400km/h and back to zero in 25.21 seconds. That's 0.58 seconds quicker than the Nevera R managed on July 9, and faster than Koenigsegg's previous best set in June last year. The latest run used the same Jesko Absolut as in 2024, but with fresh software upgrades the company has labelled Absolut Overdrive. Koenigsegg said the changes will be offered to all owners, promising real-world gains rather than one-off record tricks. 'The run demonstrated the power of cross functional teamwork and exceptional communication between our in-house developed drivetrain systems,' said Christian von Koenigsegg, founder and CEO. 'It's a testament to the synergies between our engineering and development teams, our cutting-edge software architecture and avant garde class leading mechanical solutions.' Conditions on the day weren't perfect. Earlier rain left the tarmac patchy and drying in places, making grip unpredictable at high speeds. Even so, the Absolut's 1,193kW twin-turbo 5.0l V8, slippery aerodynamics and revised traction control kept it hooked up. The car also posted a 0–250–0mp/h time of 25.67 seconds, trimming more than 2.5 seconds from last year's 0–400–0 run of 27.83 seconds in the same vehicle. 'Our software engineers have been tweaking and adjusting the light speed transmission and engine management system and have introduced a new torque control system which manages the grip of the Absolut like never before,' Von Koenigsegg said. 'That we achieve the level of performance with a production car using a combustion engine with rear wheel drive only, beating all four-wheel drive electric cars in a straight line, is almost magical and shows 'truths' can be rewritten.' If history is any guide, Rimac won't leave the challenge unanswered.
Motor 1
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Koenigsegg Just Reclaimed a Very Important Hypercar Speed Record
All it took for Koenigsegg to reclaim the 0-249-0 mph record from Rimac was a few software tweaks to the Jesko Absolut. The company's software engineers recalibrated the Light Speed Transmission and engine management system while introducing a new torque control system that now allows the Absolut to manage traction 'like never before.' The changes, which Koenigsegg calls Absolut Overdrive, will be rolled out to existing customers. The Jesko completed the 0-249-0 mph run in 25.21 seconds and the 0-250-0 challenge in 25.67 seconds, beating the Rimac Nevera R by half a second. Here's how the two compare: Record Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut Rimac Nevera R Difference 0-400-0 kph (249 mph) 25.21 seconds 25.79 seconds 0.58 seconds 0-400 kph 16.77 seconds 17.35 seconds 0.58 seconds 400-0 kph 8.44 seconds N/A N/A 0-250-0 mph 25.67 seconds 26.20 seconds 0.53 seconds 0-250 mph 17.18 seconds N/A N/A 250-0 mph 8.49 seconds N/A N/A The Rimac is a 2,107-horsepower electric menace to society, while the Koenigsegg packs an unruly twin-turbocharged 5.0-liter V-8 that produces 1,600 hp. The two couldn't be more different, and yet only half a second separates the pair. 'That we achieve this level of performance with a production car utilizing a combustion engine with rear wheel drive only—beating all 4-wheel drive electric cars in a straight line is almost magical and show that 'truths' can be re-written,' said company founder Christian von Koenigsegg Koenigsegg broke Rimac's record on August 7 at the Örebro airfield with factory test driver Markus Lundh behind the wheel, and it's the same Jesko that set Koenigsegg's previous record in 2024 . Record-Setting Runs: 'Game On:' Ford CEO Responds to the Corvette's Nürburgring Record The Koenigsegg Jesko Just Broke Even More World Records Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Photo by: Koenigsegg Source: Koenigsegg Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
