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| ===== Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk1 ===== | ===== Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk1 ===== |
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| The 1975 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk1 was the start of the hot hatch craze. The GTI, which stands for ‘gran turismo iniezione [injection]', had a simple recipe: take a small, light family car and give it more power. The engine's output was increased from 75 to 108 bhp as a result of the changes. [([[https://www.evo.co.uk/volkswagen/golf/11531/birth-of-an-icon-volkswagen-golf-gti-mk1|Evo]])] | The 1975 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk1 was the start of the hot hatch craze. The GTI, which stands for ‘gran turismo iniezione [injection]', had a simple recipe: take a small, light family car and give it more power. The engine's output increased from 75 to 108 bhp as a result of the changes. [([[https://www.evo.co.uk/volkswagen/golf/11531/birth-of-an-icon-volkswagen-golf-gti-mk1|Evo]])] |
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| ===== Lamborghini Miura ===== | ===== Lamborghini Miura ===== |
| ===== Mercedes S-Class ===== | ===== Mercedes S-Class ===== |
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| Crumple zones debuted in 1957, an electronic anti-lock braking system debuted in 1978, SRS airbags, three-point seatbelts, and the first mass-produced turbocharged diesel engines debuted on the Mercedes flagship over the years. Back in 1995, the S-Class had traction and stability control, and it has remained a pioneer in autonomous safety systems including Brake Assist, Lane-Keep Assist, and the use of infrared to detect pedestrians at night. [([[https://media.mbusa.com/releases/release-34b22cdf3837beba024634fab141b727-generations-of-innovation-the-mercedes-benz-s-class|MB USA]])] | Mercedes's flagship car, the S-Class, was the first to include several features found in modern cars. Crumple zones debuted in 1957, an electronic anti-lock braking system debuted in 1978 and SRS airbags, three-point seatbelts and the first mass-produced turbocharged diesel engines all debuted on the S-Class over the years. Back in 1995, the S-Class had traction and stability control, and it has remained a pioneer in autonomous safety systems including Brake Assist, Lane-Keep Assist and the use of infrared to detect pedestrians at night. [([[https://media.mbusa.com/releases/release-34b22cdf3837beba024634fab141b727-generations-of-innovation-the-mercedes-benz-s-class|MB USA]])] |
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| ===== Porsche 959 ===== | ===== Porsche 959 ===== |
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| Although the Ferrari F40 is the purist's option for an 80s supercar, the Porsche 959 is the most revolutionary. It was the first supercar to feature all-wheel drive, active hydraulic suspension, and an automatically lowered ride height to increase high-speed stability. The 959 had the world's first electronic tyre pressure control system, as well as some of the world's first run-flat tyres. This car also impressed with its ability to combine efficiency and daily conveniences, nearly matching the Ferrari F40's speed while also including luxuries like leather seats and air conditioning. [([[https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/news/a18694/porsche-959-the-future-is-now/|Road & Track]])] | Although the Ferrari F40 is the purist's option for an 80s supercar, the Porsche 959 is the most revolutionary. It was the first supercar to feature all-wheel drive, active hydraulic suspension and an automatically lowered ride height to increase high-speed stability. The 959 had the world's first electronic tire pressure control system, as well as some of the world's first run-flat tires. This car also impressed with its ability to combine efficiency and daily conveniences, nearly matching the Ferrari F40's speed while also including luxuries like leather seats and air conditioning. [([[https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/news/a18694/porsche-959-the-future-is-now/|Road & Track]])] |
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| ===== McLaren F1 ===== | ===== McLaren F1 ===== |
