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2021 FORD MUSTANG MACH 1 ON SALE IN EUROPE

The latest iteration of the Ford Mustang, the 2021 Mach 1, is now on sale in Europe and starts from £55,185, with deliveries beginning in the summer.

Powered by an uprated V8 producing 454bhp and 390lb ft, the new Mustang Mach 1 is Ford’s fastest ever production Mustang offered to the European market around a track, according to the marque. To make that power, it gets a new intake manifold, oil cooler and oil filter adaptor from the Shelby GT500, as well as an 87mm throttle body.

The new Mach 1 bridges the gap between the base V8 model, now the only engine offered in Europe after Ford dropped the 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine, and the highly-tuned Shelby GT500. It effectively replaces the GT350, which was taken off sale last year.

Alongside the power increases, the Ford Mustang Mach 1 also comes with aerodynamic tweaks, the most obvious of which is the shark-nosed front end including a 3D grille, fake retro lights and new air intakes. Alongside a bigger underbody chassis tray, a total of 22% more downforce is generated by the Mach 1 over the Performance Pack-optioned Mustang GT.

Elsewhere in the looks department, the 2021 Mach 1 gets Magnum 500-inspired 19-inch aluminium wheels.

Thankfully for purists, the Mustang Mach 1 gets a six-speed manual gearbox from Shelby as standard, which includes rev-matching. A 10-speed auto is available as an option for £2000.

As standard, the Mach 1 comes with Ford MagneRide adjustable dampers, which are uniquely tuned to this car, as well as stiffer front springs and anti-roll bars, alongside retuned power steering.

For those wanting more of a track experience, an optional Handling Package is available, which comes with wider 10.5 inch wheels (9.5in standard option), as well as a larger front splitter, reshaped front wheel lip mouldings, a Gurney flap and tyre spats. This all helps to deliver an impressive 128% more downforce over the regular Mustang GT.

On sale now from £55,185, 2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1 deliveries begin in the summer.

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March 15, 2021
The Alpha Wolf EV pickup is the electric truck we want

Shortly after electric-vehicle startup Canoo unveiled a pickup truck, a rival startup in the space, Alpha Motors, revealed renderings of its own electric truck.

Just as the Canoo pickup is based on the same “skateboard” platform used by the company’s minivan and delivery van, the Alpha Wolf is based on the startup’s other two proposed models—the Ace coupe and Jax crossover coupe. That means the Wolf gets retro styling which, in this case, is vaguely reminiscent of old Japanese compact pickups.

However, the Wolf is about two feet longer than the Ace. That still makes it fairly compact by modern pickup standards, though. It’s about two feet shorter than a Ford Ranger SuperCrew, for example.

The bed measures 65 inches long, 59 wide, and 16 deep. Alpha doesn’t quote payload capacity, although it does mention a 3,000-pound towing capacity. The Wolf also features a “frunk,” and images from Alpha’s website show an available solar bed cover.

Alpha Motors Wolf

As with the Jax, Alpha plans to offer the Wolf in single-motor, front-wheel-drive and dual-motor, all-wheel-drive configurations. Alpha estimates 250-275 miles of range, and 0-60 mph acceleration in 6.2 seconds.

While several other companies are planning electric trucks, Alpha and Canoo stand out by going with truly compact models, potentially reviving a market segment that disappeared from the United States years ago. Canoo is quoting similar range for its truck, but with 600 hp from its dual-motor, all-wheel-drive powertrain.

Canoo has also shown working prototypes of its skateboard chassis and its first production EV, a minivan the company plans to offer exclusively through a subscription service. Alpha has only shown static images so far.

Nonetheless, Alpha is taking reservations for the Wolf. Full pricing is expected to run between $36,000 and $46,000. Deliveries are promised to start in 2023.

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March 14, 2021
2023 Audi Q9, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer, 2021 Ram 1500 TRX: This Week’s Top Photos

An early tester for what’s likely to be a full-size SUV from Audi was spotted this week. Such a vehicle is likely to be called the Q9 and target the likes of the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class, as well as the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator.

2023 Honda Pilot spy shots – Photo credit: S. Baldauf/SB-Medien

Another SUV spotted testing this week was the next-generation Honda Pilot. The fourth-generation Honda eight-seater is set to feature a more rugged design, a new platform, and more space inside for passengers.

2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer

Jeep finally unveiled its modern Wagoneer, which is being offered for the 2022 model year in regular and upmarket Grand Wagoneer grades. The big SUVs go on sale this summer and priced to start less than $60,000.

Canoo pickup truck

Electric-vehicle startup Canoo revealed a battery-electric pickup truck. It’s promised for delivery in early 2023 and should appeal to both buyers looking for a lifestyle truck or serious workhorse.

2021 Ram 1500 TRX

If you prefer your pickup trucks with V-8 power, the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX is a top option… if you can afford its price tag. Find out what it’s like in our latest review.

Ford GT Mk II – Photo credit: Mecum

This week we learned that one of only 45 Ford GT Mk II supercars destined to be built is headed for auction. This is the lighter, more powerful track-only version of Ford’s GT supercar, which was unveiled in 2019 with a starting price of $1.2 million.

1967 Shelby Cobra 427 S/C bearing chassis no. CSX3042 – Photo credit: Mecum

Another rare car up for grabs is an original 1967 Shelby Cobra 427 S/C, one of just 31 ever made. No price has been mentioned but anyone interested will probably need close to $3 million to call it their own. It last traded hands for almost $2.9 million.

Jaguar E-Type 60 Collection

And finally, Jaguar unveiled the first of its “reborn” E-Types honoring the original coupe and convertible used for the nameplate’s 1961 launch in Geneva, Switzerland. The cars are based on donor E-Types and are being sold as pairs.

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March 13, 2021