McLaren discontinues the 12C in light of the success of the 650S
13 Apr 2014|3,508 views
Last month, McLaren Automotive presented the latest addition to its range - the McLaren 650S.
Utilising advancements made during the development of the McLaren P1 hybrid supercar, the 650S, according to the British marque, provides an unparalleled combination of performance and refinement.
Due to the success of the 650S, McLaren has decided to cease production of the 12C. After three years of 12C production, this represents a natural evolution of the marque's model lineup. Yet, true to the McLaren ethos, the benefits of such progress are not limited to its new models.
The marque wants to share these developments with its current consumer base consumers - via a free Technology Upgrade available from June. This package of upgrades will offer new Active Aero software and will allow the 12C's existing Airbrake to 'sense' different driving scenarios and deploy it to improve stability when lifting off the throttle or cresting a hill - this is in addition to the usual Airbrake position under heavy braking.
Similar to Formula One, the new system also includes a Drag Reduction System (DRS) mode which lowers the wing when driving fast in a straight line, improving high-speed aerodynamics.
The Technology Upgrade also includes improvements to functionality and usability of the Android-based IRIS system. Newer 12C models (with door buttons) will further benefit from an external control to lower the windows, to aid easier access in confined spaces.
In addition to this free upgrade, McLaren is also offering a special price on two new features introduced with the 650S - the reverse camera and DAB radio. These cost options have been specially priced for 12C owners, in a bid to allow them to take advantage of the latest technology.
Last month, McLaren Automotive presented the latest addition to its range - the McLaren 650S.
Utilising advancements made during the development of the McLaren P1 hybrid supercar, the 650S, according to the British marque, provides an unparalleled combination of performance and refinement.
Due to the success of the 650S, McLaren has decided to cease production of the 12C. After three years of 12C production, this represents a natural evolution of the marque's model lineup. Yet, true to the McLaren ethos, the benefits of such progress are not limited to its new models.
The marque wants to share these developments with its current consumer base consumers - via a free Technology Upgrade available from June. This package of upgrades will offer new Active Aero software and will allow the 12C's existing Airbrake to 'sense' different driving scenarios and deploy it to improve stability when lifting off the throttle or cresting a hill - this is in addition to the usual Airbrake position under heavy braking.
Similar to Formula One, the new system also includes a Drag Reduction System (DRS) mode which lowers the wing when driving fast in a straight line, improving high-speed aerodynamics.
The Technology Upgrade also includes improvements to functionality and usability of the Android-based IRIS system. Newer 12C models (with door buttons) will further benefit from an external control to lower the windows, to aid easier access in confined spaces.
In addition to this free upgrade, McLaren is also offering a special price on two new features introduced with the 650S - the reverse camera and DAB radio. These cost options have been specially priced for 12C owners, in a bid to allow them to take advantage of the latest technology.
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