The all-new Shelby GT500–the pinnacle of any pony car ever engineered by Ford Performance–delivers on its heritage with more than 700 horsepower for the quickest street-legal acceleration and most high-performance technology to date ever offered in a Ford Mustang.Ford Ford has just released pricing for the brand-new 2020 Shelby GT500, the most powerful Mustang ever built, and it isnt cheap.The 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 costs $94,675 Canadian dollars a hell of a lot more than a Dodge Challenger Hellcat, or even a Chevy Camaro ZL1. The extra cash isnt just for another 150 added to the GT350, though; you get a whole lot of features that elevate it from mere muscle car to damn-near-supercar.The big news about the GT500 has always been the engine, and rightly so, because its a doozy. The 5.2-litre supercharged-V8 is the most torque-dense V8 ever, according to Ford. Basically, that just means its squeezed more power out of a smaller package with this drivetrain, in this case 760 horsepower and 625 lb.-ft. of torque.The engine is paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission as the only gearbox available, which can knock off shifts faster than your hand anyway.If you want more added to your ridiculous car, Ford will allow you to pay for the Carbon Fibre Track Package, which adds bare carbon-fibre 20-inch wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires; an adjustable GT4 track wing; adjustable strut-top mounts; and front splitters on each side. Fordll also keep the rear seats for itself when you check that box. If youre more budget-minded, you can spec the Handling Package, which adds a Gurney flap on the rear spoiler, as well as the front splitters. The Recaro seats can also be added separately from the Carbon Fibre Track Package.Finally, if you fancy a comfier ride, you can add the Technology Package, which includes a BO sound system, six-way power-adjustable driver seat, heated mirrors, Sync 3 with navigation and cross-traffic
Origin: The Shelby Mustang GT500 will cost almost $100k in Canada
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Porsche recalling almost 9,000 cars in Canada over rollaway risk
Almost 9,000 older Porsche sedans and SUVs are being recalled in Canada because a defect with their gear shifters may put them at risk of rolling away when their owners think theyve put them in PARK.Some 8,742 vehicles are affected in Canada, along with another 99,700 in the U.S., for a total of about 108,400.The specific models affected include Porsche Cayenne SUVs from 2004 through 2010; Cayenne S and Turbo SUVs from 2003 through 2006; and Cayenne Turbo S SUVs from the 2006 model year.Also affected are Porsche Panamera and Panamera 4 sedans from 2011 through 2016; Panamera S, 4 S and Turbo sedans from 2010 through 2016; and a wide variety of Turbo trims and 4 special editions from specific model years in the 2012 through 2016 range.In affected vehicles, a plastic bushing attached to the cable between the gear shifter and the gearbox may separate; even with the vehicle in PARK and the key removed, this means it may be possible for it to roll away.Porsche does not know of any injuries related to the defect, but has received numerous reports of the cables detaching. Porsche dealers will begin replacing the bushing in
Origin: Porsche recalling almost 9,000 cars in Canada over rollaway risk
Tesla Model S, Model X get a bump to almost 600 kilometres of range
Tesla has just updated its long-range Model S sedan and Model X SUV with even more range, growing ever closer to the fabled 400-mile EV. While the battery itself remains the same, the latest over-the-air software update helped Tesla squeeze out just a few more electrons in order to get you closer to the next charging station. The Model S’ 100 kWh battery pack will now take you up to 370 miles (595 kilometres) on a charge, calculated using the EPA test cycle — a big improvement over the previous 335-mile (540-kilometre) rating. According to Tesla, the improvements are the product of new drive-unit technological improvements, such as lubrication, cooling, bearings, and gear design in the motors, which boosts efficiency above 93 per cent. The Model X, on the other hand, now sees a range of up to 325 miles (523 kilometres), a healthy bump over the previous 295 miles. These range, power, and acceleration improvements will also trickle down to other battery sizes — which are now designated Standard Range, Long Range, and Performance. Dual-motor all-wheel-drive will also now be standard on the Model S and X. On top of the range improvements, fast-charging has also been made 50 per cent faster, with up to 200 kW achieved from Tesla’s proprietary V3 Superchargers and 145 kW on V2 Superchargers. Adaptive air suspension with predictive damping will also be standard on the Model S and X. As a final gift, Ludicrous Mode will now be a free upgrade for current owners looking to upgrade to the Performance line. Canadian pricing and availability have yet to be announced for the new
Origin: Tesla Model S, Model X get a bump to almost 600 kilometres of range
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