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McLaren Automotive

McLaren Automotive
Company nameMcLaren Automotive
Company typePrivate
IndustryAutomotive
Founded1989
Founder(s)Ron Dennis
HeadquartersWoking, Surrey, United Kingdom
Key peopleRon Dennis, (Chairman)
Martin Whitmarsh, (Deputy Chairman)
ProductsSports cars
Employees1500

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McLaren Automotive, commonly referred to as McLaren, is a British automotive manufacturer of high performance vehicles. The company was established as McLaren Cars in 1989 as a producer of road cars based on Formula One technology. It works closely with McLaren Racing, the successful Formula One constructor, and is a spinoff of McLaren Group.

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This short film features appearances from Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button, the 2008 and 2009 FIA Formula 1 Drivers' World Champions. Both have enjoyed testing prototype 12Cs and continue to feed back their thoughts on the car's development. The video also captures visitors' reactions to the 12C at its debut events. Brand new footage reveals McLaren Automotive's Chief Test Driver Chris Goodwin taking the car winter testing at Dunsfold Aerodrome -- also known as the BBC Top Gear test track -- as he assesses ESP calibration on Winter settings as part of the 12C's variable Proactive Chassis Control system. For everything McLaren please register at www.mclarenautomotive.com
3.43 min. | 4.86 user rating		 At a press conference in the McLaren Technology Centre based in Woking, UK, Chairman Ron Dennis confirmed McLaren Automotive's ambition to compete head-to-head with the world's best high-performance sports car brands. The MP4-12C is the first model in this range of lightweight, high-quality, mid-engined two-seat sports cars, and will be produced at the new £40 million McLaren Production Centre. Up to 1000 12Cs will be produced in 2011 and will be distributed through a global network of dedicated McLaren retailers in all major markets.
4.68 min. | 4.81 user rating		 Take a sneak peek inside the McLaren factory to watch the development process of McLaren's all-new supercar, the MP4-12C.
4.23 min. | 4.84 user rating		 The new McLaren MP4-12C was given its public world debut at the 2010 Goodwood Festival of Speed, with current Formula 1 World Champion Jenson Button and 2008 Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton behind the wheel. Footage courtesy of McLaren Automotive.
3.07 min. | 4.95 user rating		 McLaren Special Operations , a division of new sports car manufacturer McLaren Automotive, was officially launched at the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. This short film captures a very special version of the new MP4-12C sports car, created specifically for the launch event. For everything McLaren please register at www.mclarenautomotive.com
2.73 min. | 4.88 user rating
On this video I will be giving a walkthrough and a tour of one of the most exotic super car ever built the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 772 S Roadster. This is a special edition roadster built in a joint venture between British racing house McLaren and German auto gaint Mercedes. Only 150 examples of the 2009 Roadster 722 S SLR Roadster was made. Making it one of the rarest Super Car in recent memories. I got lucky chance to do a full tour of the vehicle at my local Mercedes dealership in Downtown Toronto. Much more than just a pretty face, the SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S may just hold the title of world's fastest true convertible ever built. Please see below for specs. Sources say that one of the first production version was given to Lewis Hamilton by McLaren. This was the final model of the new generation Benz - McLaren SLR, now McLaren Automotive has been formed making their first car since the debut of the McLaren F1. The new McLaren MP4-12C will be less expensive then the original McLaren F1 only costing 250 thousand. Also don't forget to SUBSCRIBE! Thanks for all the support. Please Rate, Comment and Subscribe! Peace! Follow me on Twitter: twitter.com/thetigertek 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S Specifications Drivetrain LayoutFront Engine, RWD Transmission5 Speed High Torque-Capable Automatic BrakesCarbon Fiber/Ceramic Brake Disc Engine: Engine TypeSupercharged V8, Handbuilt by AMG Displacement5.5 liters Horsepower650 bhp Torque605 lb-ft. Exterior <b>...</b>
6.15 min. | 5.0 user rating		 The first MP4-12C production car entered the McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) General Assembly Hall in Woking, England. A new £40m manufacturing facility, the McLaren Production Centre (MPC) is currently under construction adjacent to the MTC site, and will open in spring 2011. McLaren Automotive will transfer production of the 12C from the existing MTC assembly line to the MPC in April. A range of premium carbon-based high-performance sports cars from components that are bespoke, innovative and unique, will then start to be distributed to a dedicated network of 35 retailers in 19 countries around the world. With the new McLaren Production Centre fully operational, it is anticipated that McLaren will build up to 4000 cars across its model range annually by the middle of the decade, a figure that will account for between three and four percent of the annual global market for premium sports cars.
3.00 min. | 5.0 user rating		 At Vodafone McLaren Mercedes, we prepare for the future in everything we do. Every aspect of our business is analysed, refined and improved -- not only in the quest for greater performance, but also for greater efficiency. And that's why we firmly believe that the ethos of Formula 1 -- both on and off the racetrack -- means it not only occupies a place within sustainable culture, but, uniquely for a world sport, can actually provide steps to improve it. Whether it's via the equipment in our race team, our production centres or our operational headquarters or by refining our methods of operational deployment, we are constantly pioneering future technologies, developing new methodologies and relentlessly innovating in order to improve the automotive and technological processes that, one day, will power our homes, vehicles and appliances. Check out our video which will give you an insight into everything we do to become more efficient here at McLaren.
4.48 min. | 4.95 user rating		 For everything McLaren please register at www.mclarenautomotive.com
3.15 min. | 4.94 user rating		 Season: 1 Episode: 3 Manufacturer: McLaren Automotive McLaren Automotive was founded in 1989. The current chairman of McLaren is Ron Dennis. McLaren Automotive works closely with McLaren Racing, and also has worked with design students from Istituto Europeo di Design. McLaren Automotve and McLaren Racing are spin-off's of McLaren Group. The company is named after Bruce McLaren. Bruce McLaren was born on August 30, 1937. He raced from 1958 to his death on June 2, 1970. On a good note though, he died doing what he loved, racing. His Can-Am car crashed on the Lavant Straight on the Goodwood Circuit in England on June 2, 1970. His Can-Am car, the McLaren M8D, lost some of the rear end, causing the car to lose downforce and take to the air and into some bunkers, killing him instantly. Bruce was born in New Zealand. In 2006, the Istituto Europeo di Design revealed their concepts. In 2009, Matt Williams' LM5 concept was unveiled. McLaren Automotive is said to be working on the convertible version of the MP4-12C and the "Baby McLaren(P13)". McLaren Automotive, mclarenautomotive.com The Supercar Concept Chronicles, http WR Films 2, wrfilmshd.yolasite.com
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McLaren Sets New Standard With MP4-12C's Transmission - autoevolution Tweet this news
autoevolution--We worked closely with -McLaren Automotive's- engineers to develop a new transmission that would help them meet these targets.” A DCT unit has become the weapon of choice for any respectable supercar maker as it can combine smoothnes - Date : Tue, 10 May 2011 15:05:25 GMT+00:00
The McLaren MP4-12C Named Car of The Year - carpages Tweet this news
carpages--Juror, Matt Davis, said: "What technical director Dick Glover and his team at -McLaren Automotive- have pulled off on the MP4-12C is nothing short of inspirational. The dynamics in this case involve not just the innovative adoption of t - Date : Mon, 18 Apr 2011 11:32:42 GMT+00:00
Eclectic Selection Makes up 400 Entries at Second Annual Sonoma Historic ... - WhoWon.com Tweet this news
WhoWon.com--Today, the McLaren Group, headquartered in Woking, Surrey, England, is comprised of the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes F1 Racing Team and -McLaren Automotive-. In 2011, the company will introduce its new road car, the McLaren MP4-12C. ... - Date : Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:54:24 GMT+00:00
McLaren's supercar stands alone on the playground - The National Tweet this news
The National--The new -McLaren Automotive- didn't have to build the 12C around an existing engine or engineering philosophy or factory. This is simply the very best car it could make. And when the famously detail-obsessed, uber-perfectionist Dennis s - Date : Fri, 08 Apr 2011 17:05:09 GMT+00:00
McLaren MD at SMMT summit - Car Dealer Magazine Tweet this news
Car Dealer Magazine--Antony Sheriff, -McLaren Automotive- MD, will be one of the headline speakers at the SMMT's 2011 summit. At the 2011 SMMT International Automotive Summit, Sheriff will speak on the plenary panel, 'The changing face of car re - Date : Thu, 31 Mar 2011 06:29:32 GMT+00:00
McLaren does what it said on the box - Arab News Tweet this news
Arab News--That makes it even quicker than the legendary McLaren F1 road car, acknowledged by many experts as the best car ever built. The unique new M838T power unit is a 3.8-liter twin turbo V8 unit, -McLaren Automotive--developed engine. ... - Date : Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:31:28 GMT+00:00
Specialized bikes has teamed up with McLaren Automotive to create the S-Works ... - Gizmag Tweet this news
Gizmag--This time around, it's America's Specialized, that has joined forces with the UK's -McLaren- Applied Technologies. Together, the two have created what is being promoted as “the fastest complete performance bike in the world” - t - Date : Fri, 25 Mar 2011 22:08:44 GMT+00:00
McLaren MP4-12C makes its Southern California debut - Examiner.com Tweet this news
Examiner.com--I spent time over lunch, Tuesday, interviewing my new best friend, Frank Stephenson - Design Director for -McLaren Automotive- Limited. The silver McLaren MP4-12C was flown from London to the Orange County Art Museum to be debuted to select - Date : Thu, 10 Mar 2011 16:29:37 GMT+00:00
McLaren Tests MP4-12C GT3 Racecar - Inside Line Tweet this news
Inside Line---McLaren Automotive- has completed initial shakedown tests on a new GT3 racing version of its MP4-12C supercar at the Silverstone circuit and at the MIRA proving ground. | March 11, 2011 | McLaren CRS Racing teams with -McLaren Automotive- to - Date : Fri, 11 Mar 2011 22:38:58 GMT+00:00
McLaren team principal Ron Dennis banned from driving for 6 months - Formula 1 ... - bettor.com (blog) Tweet this news
bettor.com (blog)--The 63-year-old is the executive chairman of the McLaren Group and -McLaren Automotive-, and holds a major part of the shares in both companies. He was the team principal for the group's Formula One team since 1981. However, he ann - Date : Sat, 12 Mar 2011 08:19:00 GMT+00:00



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