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  • 2021 Dodge Durango Hellcat, Ford Bronco 6×6, 2021 Toyota Supra: The Week In Reverse

    The 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat became less rare, a Ford Bronco 6×6 was announced, and we drove the 2021 Toyota Supra. It’s the Week in Reverse, right here at Motor Authority.

    News broke that production of the 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat has been increased. Originally the automaker said only 2,000 units of the supercharged three-row crossover SUV would be produced, but the winds shifted and now the automaker will fill every order that was placed.

    The Mercedes-Benz AMG One hypecar was spotted undergoing high-speed testing on the Nürburgring. Spied in production form, the car was covered in light camouflage, but the front fender gills, massive rear wing, and race car-like aerodynamic components were all clearly visible.

    It was only a matter of time, but now it’s happened: a Ford Bronco 6×6 has been announced. The news didn’t come from the Blue Oval, but rather from vehicle customizer Maxlider Brothers Customs. Deliveries are set to begin this summer and each will cost an insane $399,000.

    The 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS electric luxury hatchback was finally revealed in full. This flagship will have more than 400 miles of range, an interior that sets new standards for luxury and technology, rear- or all-wheel drive, and up to 516 hp when it arrives this fall.

    We spent time behind the wheel of the 2021 Toyota Supra. It still lives up to the promise of being fun and powerful, but its flaws include stubby proportions, no manual transmission, and some high-speed instability.

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  • Porsche dealers compete in restoration challenge

    You don’t have to go all the way to Stuttgart, or even to company-owned facilities in Atlanta for restoration of your classic Porsche. To underscore that fact, the 2021 Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge involves 40 dealership service departments across the United States, each restoring a car for the company-sponsored contest.

    “The entries run the gamut from the 1950s to the 2000s, from 75 to 612 horsepower, and from rear- to mid- and front-engine layout,” Porsche notes in its announcement of the challenge.

    “The years and the miles have written individual histories for each car, but now a common chapter is about to tie their journeys together: the 2021 Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge.”

    Previously, the challenge has been based in Europe. However, “The U.S. is home to more classic Porsche sports cars than any other market. After decades on the road, some will inevitably be in need of a little extra care. Enter the Restoration Challenge, where Porsche Classic has encouraged U.S. dealerships to acquire a car that is due for some expert technical attention to ensure many more years of driving pleasure.”

    Porsche reports that multiple 356 models, some dating from 1956, as well as five generations of 911, transaxle cars including the 944 and 928, as well as “modern classics” including the first-generation Boxster, are undergoing restoration work.

    “Each vehicle will undergo restoration in the best possible hands: Porsche-trained technicians who will have a portfolio of more than 60,000 unique Porsche Classic Genuine Parts at their disposal,” Porsche notes.

    Nine of the participating dealerships already have been designated Porsche Classic Partners “who every day go above and beyond in their commitment to keeping vintage cars on the road and driving just as well as the moment they left the factory,” Porsche adds.

    Porsche also has a company-owned restoration shop at its US headquarters in Atlanta

    Porsche also has a company-owned restoration shop at its US headquarters in Atlanta

    ]The challenge runs until mid-August when winners will be chosen from three regions — East, South-Central, and West. Those cars will advance to the challenge finals in September, when the winner will be selected based not only on the restoration itself but on documentation.

    For more information, visit the Porsche Classic website.

    This article, written by Larry Edsall, was originally published on ClassicCars.com, an editorial partner of Motor Authority.

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  • Edd China begins work on a neglected 1982 Range Rover in “Workshop Diaries” episode 2

    Former “Wheeler Dealers” co-host Edd China is back with a new YouTube show called “Edd China’s Workshop Diaries,” where he tackles projects at his home garage. For the second episode, China begins work on a friend’s 1982 Land Rover Range Rover.

    Powered by the 3.5-liter V-8, this Range Rover saw plenty of off-road use, but was then parked for about 10 years. China is tasked with getting it running again.

    The first step is simply getting into the Range Rover, which requires a bit of penetrating fluid on the doors hinges, and getting the hood unstuck. This is why it’s not a good idea to leave a car sitting for so long.

    Edd China works on a 1982 Land Rover Range Rover

    Edd China works on a 1982 Land Rover Range Rover

    China then sets about diagnosing problems with the V-8, which won’t start. Because the Range Rover had been sitting for so long, China charges the battery and drains the fuel tank before even attempting to start it. Batteries won’t hold their charge indefinitely, after all, and gasoline will break down after awhile.

    With the battery charged and fresh gasoline in the tank, China tries firing up the engine. But while the V-8 turns over with no problems, he doesn’t get ignition. He can’t hear the fuel pump turn on, providing a clue about the problem. However, we’ll have to wait until a future episode to see if a faulty fuel pump is the issue.

    Midway through the episode, China takes his customary break for tea, and uses the time for a new segment in which he answers viewer questions. His car knowledge and engineering expertise come into play here with some smart answers, though there isn’t that much China can do remotely to help diagnose problems and come up with hands-on solutions.

    This is China’s third attempt at a YouTube show after leaving “Wheeler Dealers” over creative differences. Basically, he disagreed with new producer Discovery’s plan to skip the nerdier details in order to appeal to a more general audience. Those details are exactly what China is focusing in “Workshop Diaries,” so if you’re really into the nuts and bolts (no pun intended) of car restoration, give it a watch.

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