An American Muscle Car Collab With... McDonalds?? 🍔

[Hypedrive] February 09, 2024 Weekly Digest 🍔 McDonald’s Unveils Custom 1970 Plymouth Barracuda: The Burgercuda TLDR: In perhaps the most random-yet-intriguing collaboration of the year so far, McDonald's has applied its aesthetic and vibe onto a classic American muscle car: the Plymouth Barracuda.⁠Why It Matters: The classic Plymouth has actually been revamped by McDonald's' villianous mascot, the Hamburglar, to create the "Burgercuda." The custom 1970s classic is decked out in the character’s signature black-and-white stripes, red accents and features a variety of burger-themed modifications. Other notable details of the vehicle include “McDonald’s” branding at the grille of the car, an “RBL RBL” license plate in red letters, a burger heating center console, a Micky D’s yellow shift knob and a McDonald’s Arch logo embossed on the steering wheel. The notorious burger thief has set out on a coast-to-coast spree and spotting him and his Burgercuda comes with rewards, including a chance to win free McDonald’s burgers for a year.⁠⁠Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- ‍💨 Audi Unveils Limited Edition RS 6 Avant GT TLDR: Audi is introducing the RS 6 Avant GT – perhaps the coolest sports wagon we've seen in a very, very long time.⁠⁠Why It Matters: Distinctive by design, the RS 6 Avant GT features a variety of bespoke elements, including a pass-through roof edge spoiler, 22-inch wheels and a redefined diffuser that elevates its sporty appearance. Inside the cabin, the interior boasts high-quality bucket seats finished in a unique color scheme, individual numbering and an exclusive RS design package. Additionally, the vehicle incorporates materials like carbon fiber for the hood and fenders. And at the heart of the RS 6 Avant GT is a 4.0L V8 biturbo TFSI engine, delivering a formidable 630 hp and 626 lb-ft of torque. Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 🧐 Tesla Recalls Over Two Million EVs Due to the Warning Light Text Being Too Small TLDR: Tesla has yet again launched another massive recall of its electric vehicles, this time due to non-compliance with federal guidelines from the NHTSA for font size.⁠⁠⁠Why It Matters: According to the NHTSA, the right font size is imperative for warning lights and as such, Tesla appears to have violated to guideline, forcing them to recall almost 2.2 million EVS, which is almost all the cars the company has sold in the U.S. The problem was noted during a routine NHTSA check last month when it found that the text on the park, brake and antilock brake warning lights were far smaller than what was listed by the federal rules. Due to its hard to read nature, it could potentially cause increased crashes. Fortunately for Tesla and its customers however, this can be changed with a simple update and will not require drivers to bring their EVs into a repair shop or dealership.⁠⁠Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 🐉 Rolls-Royce Announces Year of the Dragon Bespoke Commissions TLDR: Rolls-Royce has unveiled its “Year of the Dragon” Bespoke builds of its decadent vehicles for the upcoming Lunar New Year. ⁠⁠Why It Matters: The collection is comprised of three Phantom Extended models and one Cullinan model, each integrating the dragon’s symbolic properties of power, prosperity and success. The Rolls-Royce Bespoke Collective, a team of skilled artisans, has reimagined the dragon motif to offer a unique, contemporary expression of this iconic symbol, while still honoring its roots. The artistic centerpiece of each vehicle is a hand-painted dragon on the front passenger panels, brought to life through a meticulous process that spans over two weeks. The artwork utilizes a layered technique to create a three-dimensional effect, achieved by applying multiple hues of red, each meticulously lacquered to perfection. Interior details further accentuate the theme, with dynamic dragon embroidery on the headrests, comprising 5,449 stitches and taking more than 20 hours to complete.⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- ⚡ Porsche Unveils Three Revamped Variants of the Taycan TLDR: Porsche continues its expansion into the EV market, this time with three revamped variations of the Taycan that focuses on power, performance and range.⁠Why It Matters: Without changing too much of the formula, the new crop of Taycans will all have increased performance and range, with little in terms of aesthetic upgrades. Let's cover performance first – the base Taycan is now .6 seconds faster, thus breaking the 5-second barrier and accomplishing 0-60 in 4.5 seconds. The Taycan Turbo S is even more impressive, tackling the speed in as little as 2.3 seconds. For reference, the Porsche 911 Turbo S w/ Sport Chrono is 2.6 secs, making the new electric "Turbo" the fastest production car Porsche has ever offered. The Taycan Turbo S in fact produces the equivalent of 938 horsepower.⁠⁠Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- [Hypebeast] [Download the Hypebeast App]( On iOS & Android Devices [hypebeast instagram]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Manage Subscriptions]( Policy]( You are subscribed to Hypebeast’s marketing emails with the address: {EMAIL} Contact [subscription@hypebeast.com](mailto: subscription@hypebeast.com) for assistance on any enquiries. 2023 Hypebeast Limited. 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