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TABLE OF CONTENTS Essentials 6 SCHEDULE 24 VENDOR LISTING 26 FESTIVAL MAP 28 THINGS TO SEE & DO
About Drive Festival 8 STAFF LISTING 9 WELCOME 10 DREAMING UP DRIVE 14 DREAM CAR SPEED RUN 18 CONTINENTAL TIRE PERFORMANCE TEST TRACK 19 ACE-ONTARIO TECH UNIVERSITY INNOVATION ZONE 20 LINE-X OFF-ROAD TEST TRACK 23 PRO-SERIES MANUFACTURER TEST TRACK 50 SPONSORS DRIVE FESTIVAL 2021
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Features 32 HYUNDAI KONA N 36 NISSAN Z 40 MCLAREN ARTURA 45 PASMAG’S TUNING 365 SHOWCASE
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If the future is electric, then we are the future.
Experience some of the future right here at the Drive Festival. We look forward to showing you how Hyundai plans to continue to lead the way with the widest range of alternative powertrain vehicles in Canada▲. The KONA Electric was the first-ever all-electric sub-compact SUV in the country. The TUCSON, SANTA FE, SONATA and ELANTRA Hybrids offer Canadians the benefits of better fuel efficiency and lower emissions. The upcoming SANTA FE and TUCSON Plug-in Hybrids will provide the flexibility and confidence of electric when you want it and gasoline when you need it. The innovative, hydrogen-powered NEXO continues to turn heads while emitting only water vapour. And later this year, Hyundai will introduce the IONIQ 5 — helping to set a new standard for electric vehicles and providing more alternative powertrain vehicles for Canadians. Visit Hyundai at the Drive Festival, experience our vehicle lineup, and test drive one today.
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SCHEDULE
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Media Day, Displays, Activations and Test Drives. Open to General Admission
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Porsche and German Icons
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Pagani Huayra Roadster BC, McLarens, Porsche 935
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Exotics
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Break
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Race Cars
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Japan and American Muscle
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
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OF EVENTS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 TIME
SERIES
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10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Displays, Activations and Test Drives Open to General Admission
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Dream Car Speed Run
Japan and American Muscle
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Race Cars
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Exotics
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Pagani Huayra Roadster BC, McLarens, and Porsche 935.
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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Race Cars
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Ford vs Ferrari
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Porsche and German Icons
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Mix and Match
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Displays, Activations and Test Drives open to General Admission.
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Dream Car Speed Run
Japan and American Muscle
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Exotics
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Race Cars
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Pagani Huayra Roadster BC, McLarens, Porsche 935 and more.
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Break
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Ford vs Ferrari
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
Porsche and German Icons
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Dream Car Speed Run
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ing Exotics, Hyper Cars, Classic, Race, Muscle, Sports, and New Manufacturer Models on the Dream Car Speed Run. This is your best opportunity to watch iconic cars driven at speed. Drive Festival is truly meant to be an interactive experience for car lovers, with 3 test tracks:
the LINE-X Off-Road Test Track for the more adventurous car enthusiast, the Continental Tire Performance Test Track for performance vehicles and the ProSeries Manufacturer Test Track for those looking for the newest cars out there. Be sure to explore the Innovation Zone and try out the professional-grade racing simulators for a really spectacular day out. As car lover’s ourselves, we hope you enjoy your day as much as we have enjoyed putting it all together for you!
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OUR TEAM COULD NOT BE MORE EXCITED TO BE PRODUCING CANADA’S ONLY OUTDOOR AUTOMOTIVE FESTIVAL AND THE FIRST LARGE SCALE AUTOMOTIVE EVENT IN OVER 18 MONTHS! Drive Festival is designed based on the world’s most pre-eminent car events with the goal of bringing Canadian car lovers 3 days of automotive nirvana. We hope you take advantage of everything the Festival has to offer. Check out the wide variety of cars includ-
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THE INAUGURAL DRIVE FESTIVAL From dream to reality
BY L E E BA I L IE P H OTOS BY DRIV E FESTIVAL & G EORG E WEBSTER
A ADAM RUPPEL CO-FOUNDER, EVENT MANAGER
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fter four long years of hard work spent planning and organizing, the inaugural Drive Festival, hosted at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park is finally here. It’s been a challenge, but not even a global pandemic could keep Adam Ruppel, festival director and cofounder, and his team from turning this event from a concept into reality. Suffice
to say, the road to get here has been a long one and has taken some interesting turns along the way. In a recent phone conversation, Adam recounted some of the ups and downs of trying to create a new automotive event during a pandemic and how Drive Festival fits into the broader automotive cultural landscape in Canada. The interview has been edited for length and clarity.
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L Q: What is the Drive Festival? A: Basically, we’re doing an auto show but in a dynamic way. The event is movement – showing cars, test driving cars and showing them on our hill climb. We’re going to be running six cameras up the hill so people can see the action unfold on a Jumbotron all weekend. Q: How did the Drive Festival come to be? What was the inspiration? A: The main inspiration is the Goodwood Festival of
Speed in England. We have a hill climb which is the Dream Car Speed Run. Because nobody in Canada really knows what a hill climb is, we call it the Dream Car Speed Run. Ours is going to be a much smaller version than Goodwood, of course. We’re a first-year event, but we have some exciting cars that are partaking in the hill climb. We even have a Ford versus Ferrari, so we have an original (1966) GT40 and a 1967 206 Dino SP race car. So, we’ve got all these features lined up. Legendary Motor Cars is bringing vehicles, Pfaff is bringing a whole bunch of really cool stuff including the Pagani (Huayra Roadster BC) and McLarens. I also have a bunch of private owners bringing cars and some race teams are bringing
their race trailers and setting up in our racing area to showcase their setups. Q: What void does an event like the Drive Festival fill on the Canadian automotive calendar? A: This event is a bridge between motorsport and static car shows. The Goodwood Festival of Speed is less about the race than it is about getting a bunch of neat cars together and showcasing them in a dynamic way. That’s what we’re doing with our event. You can see these cars at the Toronto Auto Show, sitting behind ropes. The difference with our event is there’s going to be a pro driver or the owner, who are going to hop in them and do a two-kilometre sprint up a hill where you’re going to
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Q: Had the pandemic not happened would the Drive Festival have taken place in 2020? A: Yes, we had it scheduled; we had Manufacturers, Sponsors, Exhibitors and Attendees all committed and then COVID just shut it down in its tracks. Q: Was Canadian Tire Motorsport Park the preferred venue from the beginning? A: Overwhelmingly, YES! It’s the only place in Ontario where we could do something like this.
see some of the world’s most exciting cars driving. If you kind of liken these cars to pieces of art, well the piece of art, a car, just sitting there statically isn’t that exciting. The most they do at car shows usually is rev them out, which is okay and is better than nothing, but when you see the car driving and revving and going up a hill it’s a whole different experience. When are you going to see an original GT40? When are you going to see a Pagani? I just got a Jaguar XJ220 coming, and all kinds of cool cars, like a Ferrari 812 Superfast. I’ve got
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everything from the new stuff down to like regular GT3s and a Rothmans 944 Turbo Cup car. Q: How long has Drive Festival been in development? A: Since 2017, and by 2018 I started working on it and then it stalled out during the pandemic. Then last September I thought let’s kick the can and just lightly get it going again. The challenge with this event is that we had to put it together during COVID, which is a hard environment and last minute.
Q: How did your own experience factor into Drive Festival’s creation? A: I instruct there (at CTMP), and I’m an event promoter, so I produce mountain bike events and obstacle running live events and my business partner produces trade and consumer shows. I’m into cars, and I’ve usually had a Porsche and sometimes a race car, too. I have a race car, but it’s mothballed – that’s another story [laughs]. I’ve been instructing at the track for years. There are a lot of fragmented things in the (car) community. What isn’t covered is bringing people together for something that is different and special.
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he Dream Car Speed Run was conceived of as a way for guests to dynamically experience the world’s most exciting cars. Individual owners were invited to pilot their cars up a two-kilometer hill climb individually, allowing guests
to fully experience each car as it passes. In addition each car that participates in the speed run will be displayed across the festival, so guests can take a closer look. The speed runs will be completed by the cars’ owners who will have the freedom and safety to complete the two
kilometer course at a speed of their choice. Cars are given a window of time and most should be able to make several passes on the course. Drive festival is expecting to showcase approximately 100 outstanding super cars; some of the highlights are included below.
FERRARI F40 As the successor to the 288 GTO, the F40 was designed to celebrate Ferrari’s 40th anniversary and was the last Ferrari automobile personally approved by Enzo Ferrari. At the time it was Ferrari’s fastest, most powerful, and most expensive car for sale. The car debuted with a planned production total of 400 units and a factory suggested retail price of approximately US $400,000 (fivefold the price of its predecessor, the 288 GTO) in 1987 ($910,000 today). A total of 1,315 cars were manufactured with 213 units destined for the United States.
FORD GT The Ford GT is a mid-engine two-seater sports car manufactured and marketed by American automobile manufacturer Ford for the 2005 model year in conjunction with the company’s 2003 centenary. The second generation Ford GT became available for the 2017 model year. The GT recalls Ford’s historically significant GT40, a consecutive four-time winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans (1966–1969), including a 1-2-3 finish in 1966.
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MCLAREN 675LT McLaren only made 500 675LT Coupe (without counting the special editions such as the MSO HS). The 675LT can accelerate from 0–100 km/h (62 mph) in 2.9 seconds, 0.1 seconds faster than the 650S. 0–200 km/h (124 mph) in 7.9 seconds, 0–300 km/h (186 mph) in 25.9 seconds, 0–322 km/h (200 mph) in 31.2 seconds, and do the 1⁄4 mile (402 m) sprint in 10.3 seconds at 227.1 km/h (141.1 mph), continuing on to a claimed top speed of 330 km/h (205 mph).
FERRARI F8 The Ferrari F8 (Type F142MFL) is a midengine sports car produced by the Italian automobile manufacturer Ferrari. The car is the successor to the Ferrari 488, with notable exterior and performance changes. It was unveiled at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show
FORD GT40, 1966 ORIGINAL The GT40 effort was launched by Ford Motor Company to win long-distance sports car races against Ferrari, which won every 24 Hours of Le Mans race from 1960 to 1965. The GT40 broke Ferrari’s streak in 1966 and went on to win the next three annual races. The Mk II’s victory in 1966 was the first win for an American manufacturer in a major European race since Jimmy Murphy’s triumph with Duesenberg at the 1921 French Grand Prix. In 1967, the Mk IV became the only car designed and built entirely in the United States to achieve the overall win at Le Mans.
FERRARI DINO 206SP, 1967 Named after Enzo Ferrari’s son, who passed in 1956, the Dino is unique in its design, history and inspiration alike. This particular Dino was featured on the cover of Issue 182 of Cavallino, a magazine dedicated to Ferrari history, in 2011. It has been verified as authentic by Ferrari, and its original owner is traced back to the iconic racing team Scuderia Filipinetti. Originally 50 were slated to be built, but only 18 of these beautiful race cars were constructed due to civil unrest in Italy and labour problems. DRIVE FESTIVAL 2021
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PAGANI HUAYRA ROADSTER BC, 2021 Pagani’s newest model, the result of a continuous and meticulous improvement work that sees the light after years of study and development. Roadster BC embodies the quintessence of Pagani Automobili’s artistic and scientific research, combined with unprecedented research on every aspects of the design. A completely new engine that boasts 800 hp, with one of the best weight-power ratios in the category, the Pagani V12 features a set of innovations, including two new turbos, a revolutionary hydroformed manifold, twin throttle bodies and four water- air intercoolers. The Roadster also BC features new, exclusive composite technologies based on carbon fibre and carbon-titanium that offer an increase of 12% in torsional rigidity and 20% in flexional rigidity compared to Pagani Automobili’s state of the art technology.
MCLAREN ARTURA, 2021 Underpinned by the McLaren philosophy of super-lightweight engineering, the all-new Artura is the distillation of every attribute inherent in a McLaren – distinctive design, unrivalled performance, dynamic excellence and engineering innovation – with electrification now bringing the additional benefits of even faster throttle response, lower emissions and being able to run in pure EV mode for emissions-free journeys of up to 30km. Exhilarating off-the-line’ performance sees the Artura achieve 0-100km/h in just 3.0 seconds, with 0-200km/h taking 8.3 seconds and 0-300km/h just 21.5 seconds.
MCLAREN M8E/F, 1972 The Canadian American Challenge Cup series was a unique experiment in almost complete freedom of design. So often in motorsports, strict limitations are imposed, but in the case of Can Am, just about anything went. Engines could be any displacement or design, with forced induction, outlandish aerodynamic aids, and even four-wheel drive permitted. The resulting cars. were very wild, and very fast, faster than even the contemporary Formula One cars, in fact McLaren`s own efforts were very successful in the series, amassing more victories than any other manufacturer (43) by the time the series ended in 1974. Their tremendous success began with their first monocoque car, the M6A of 1967. This car evolved into the M8A with the addition of a big block motor for 1968, and the M8B and M8D with further refinements for 1969 and 1970 respectively. The M8F was the ultimate development (aside from a pair of M20`s which were factory cars only and not available to the public) of McLaren`s successful Can Am cars, and featured a lengthened and strengthened chassis, 17 inch wide rear wheels, and revised aerodynamics. The intake stacks were staggered to smooth out the power delivery, and the combined effect of the 1520 pound curb weight and 8.3 liter engine were nothing short of spectacular, earning the moniker of “the ultimate laxative” as coined by the folks at Trojan Cars.
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MERCEDES GULLWING, 1956 The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL (W198) was the first iteration of the SL-Class grand tourer and the. fastest production car of its day. Introduced in 1954 as a two-seat coupe with distinctive gull-wing doors, it was later offered as an open roadster. Built by Daimler-Benz AG, the direct fuel injected production model was based on the company’s highly successful yet somewhat less powerful carbureted overhead camstraight 6 1952 racer, the W194. In its enclosed aerodynamic coupe form, the Le Mans-winning 300 SL could only be entered from the top, requiring the innovative doors that were immediately christened “Gullwing.”
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Porsche and German Icons
Porsche GT3RS, 993 Turbo, 930 Turbo, GT4, 911 Long Nose, Audi R8,
1 pm - 2 pm
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Pfaff - Pagani, McLaren, 935
Pagani, 935 Race Car, McLaren 765LT, Pfaff Reserve, Pfaff Reserve
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Ferrari 512TR, Detomaso Pantera
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Break
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Race Cars
Hyundai TCR, Radical, Aerial Atom, McLaren Can Am, Porsche GT3 Cup, Porsche 944 Turbo
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Japan and American Muscle
Shelby GT500, GT350R
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Mix Match - Vintage, Exotic, Race, Muscle
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A - Saturday
Japan and American Muscle
R32 Nissan GTR, RX-17, Nissan 250Z, Acura NSX, Mustang GT500
11 am - 12 pm
B - Saturday
Race Cars
Hyundai TCR, Radical, Aerial Atom, McLaren Can Am, Porsche GT3 Cup, Porsche 944 Turbo
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Exotics
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Pfaff - Pagani, McLaren, 935
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Ford vs Ferrari
Ford GT, Ferrari Dino SP, Ferrari F40, GT500, SF90
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Porsche and German Icons
Porsche, BMW and the like.
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Mix and Match - Vintage, Exotic, Race, Muscle
Everything under the sun
10 am - 11 am
A - Sunday
Japan and American Muscle
11 am - 12 pm
B - Sunday
Exotics
12 pm - 1 pm
C - Sunday
Race Cars
1 pm - 2 pm
D - Sunday
Pfaff - Pagani, McLaren, 935
2 pm - 3 pm
Break
3 pm - 4 pm
E - Sunday
Ford vs Ferrari
4 pm - 5 pm
F - Sunday
Porsche and German Icons
5 pm - 6 pm
G - Sunday
Mix and Match - Vintage, Exotic, Race
Parade Cars up the Hill
SATURDAY
Pagani, 935 Race Car, McLaren 765LT, Pfaff Reserve, Pfaff Reserve Parade Cars up the Hill
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structor will remain in the vehicle to help participants get the most of their laps. To sign up for the Supercar Experiences, guests will need to visit the Monza pavilion and must hold a valid G-license. Laps start at $119 for the Supercar Experiences. In addition, the performance track will also be hosting test for the Hyundai N Line models.
Guests wishing to put those vehicles through the 18-corner course will need to check for opportunities and restrictions with the manufacturer.
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his area showcases the latest automotive innovations happening right here in Ontario, with the Ontario Tech University’s representatives on hand to talk about the exciting research the school is pursuing. The Ontario Tech Student Race Team will be on site, with their Ontario Tech University sponsored Radical Race Car, an EV race car that competes in the Emzone Radical Cup Canada Series. There will also be a display on Project Arrow,
the first Canadian sourced and built zero-emissions vehicle (ZEV), to inspire you. Finally if you have questions about EV charging or costs, you can speak
with FLO representatives or someone from the Plug ‘n Drive team who can help you better understand how EV cars are cheaper to operate and maintain.
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LINE-X OFF-ROAD TEST TRACK BY I G N I T I O N STA F F P H OTOS BY H Y U N DA I CANADA, NISSAN CANADA, AND JEEP CANADA
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his forested off-road trail invites guests to explore the wild in brand new 4WD and AWD vehicles. The rugged terrain necessitates a slow speed, on closed loops set up specifically for each vehicle type. Vehicles by Jeep, Nissan, and Hyundai will be on site for participants to explore. Visit the manufacturer’s areas to check on off-road opportunities and restrictions; remember, a manufacturer representative will remain in the vehicle, so masks are mandatory, and all participants must hold a valid G-license.
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vehicle, and other restrictions may apply. Both Hyundai and Nissan will have a range of vehicles available for testing, including some EV options. Brand new SUVs will also be on site to explore. To sign up, see a manufacturer representative in the Le Mans Pavillion who will be able to help with registration opportunities, and who may have further information on restrictions.
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ACE Ontario Tech University Advanced SIM The Auto Loft Batman & Batmobile Bruno's Cars (Sat ONLY) C17 Media Cranberry Village Driverless Delivery (Fri & Sat ONLY) DriveTeq Durham Harley Davidson Faraz Auto Sales Fast Eddie Reacewear FLO Hagerty HIP Motorsports Infinity Garage Solutions KalTire Leprechon Rim Repair Centre Line-X Protective Coatings Majestic Maple Miata Car Club Ontario Z Owners Club Plug 'n Drive RevTV RideAlike Silverwax Sports Car Boutique Supercar Experiences SuperSonic Road Race School Toronto Triumph Car Club Vintage Motorcycles Wayfarer Insurance
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In addition to multiple test tracks, where guests may be able to try their hand at everything from off-road to performance turns to piloting a Super Car, the inaugural Drive festival has no shortage of excitement to keep guests of all ages engaged! Here are some highlights: BY I G N I T I O N STA F F / PHOTOS BY DRIV E FESTIVAL
SHOW AND SHINE A wide range of manufacturers and generations are represented in the Drive Festival Show and Shine. Remember to use your best car show etiquette, as ask the owner before touching the vehicle. AVIVA-OVATION PADDOCK After watching them in action on the track, swing by the Dream Car Speed Run Paddock to get a closer look at the beautiful and rare vehicles. The owners will be on hand to answer questions and provide insight into these amazing machines!
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ADVANCED SIMRACING Advanced SimRacing will be presenting two complete professional-grade racing simulators equipped with FIA-licensed D-BOX haptic & motion system. Hosting a hot lap contest in iRacing using the Porsche 911 GT3 on the official Canadian Tire Motorsport Park Grand Prix Circuit, the simulator will feature a replica wheel and button plate from the actual Porsche 911 GT3 Cup. The competition will be divided in 2 categories : Pro & Amateur. At the end of the event, a participation prize will be awarded among all participants and prizes will be awarded to the top 3 finishers of both categories.
"The simulator will feature a replica wheel and button plate from the actual Porsche 911 GT3 Cup.”
MOTORCYCLE DISPLAY A range of motorcycles from different makers and generations will be on display, for your viewing pleasure.
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SUPER SONIC ROAD RACE SCHOOL The mini motorcycles allow us to operate at lower speeds, a lower centre of gravity and a high level of fun. This all combined makes our courses highly attractive to a broad group of people. Bikes and training available on site for a fee.
"The mini motorcycles allow us to operate at lower speeds, a lower centre of gravity and a high level of fun. ”
MEET BRAMPTON BATMAN! Come by for a photo with the Brampton Batman! The batmobile is sure to be a highlight, especially if you have children in your party.
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A TRUE HOT SUV
Hyundai expands its high-performance lineup with the all-new 2022 Kona N STO RY A N D P H OTOS BY HY U NDAI CANADA
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With technology inspired by motorsports, the N brand excels at delivering driving en-
thusiasm by providing racetrack capabilities and ‘corner rascal’ ride and handling in everyday sports cars. Kona N is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged GDI engine with an 8-speed wet dual clutch transmission (N DCT). N DCT is the enhanced version of Hyundai’s in-house developed 8DCT, an eight-speed wet-type dual-clutch transmission. To make it suitable for N models, the 8DCT received improvements in durability, allowing it to handle the demands of high-performance vehicles. With the 2.0-litre T-GDI engine, it gives the best performance
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(NTS) — that maximize driving exhilaration. The powertrain delivers a maximum output of 276 horsepower, and with N Grin Shift, which can provide overboost for up to 20 seconds, the power is enhanced to 286 horsepower, maximizing driving fun. The engine offers flat power that ensures high responsiveness and improved acceleration for even more fun on the road or on the racetrack, thereby utilizing more of the engine’s potential. KONA N has a
maximum speed of 240 km/h and can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds, when Launch Control is activated. Hyundai Motor implemented N Corner Carving Differential, an electronic limited slip differential (E-LSD) on Kona N for control of torque distribution to driving wheels, delivering maximized fun when carving corners. Kona N also is equipped with 19-inch wheels with high-performance brakes and Pirelli P Zero summer tires.
by applying unique gear ratios. The transmission control unit is calibrated for N, resulting in faster shifting and enabling a range of exclusive driving features — including N Grin Shift (NGS), N Power Shift (NPS) and N Track Sense Shift
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The Kona N comes with Launch Control, Variable Exhaust System and most notably N Grin Control System, offering the same driving fun at all levels. N Grin Control System offers customers a high level of customization, with five distinct drive modes: Eco, Normal, Sport, N and Custom. These drive modes change the character of the all-new Kona N by adjusting the operating parameters of the engine, Electronic Stability Control, exhaust sound, and steering to optimise them for a variety of driving conditions. The body’s extra welding points, improved strut ring structure and reinforced skeleton enhance rigidity to minimize body roll during manoeuvres.
with its winning combination of everyday sports cars and its rapid rise in rally and customer racing. Together with its Motorsport division, N brand has logged victories at multiple races, including the FIA World Rally Championship, the TCR International Series, Pirelli World Challenge and Nürburgring 24-hour endurance race. Every high-performance N model — including i30 N, i30 Fastback N, Veloster N, i20 N, Kona N and
Elantra N — is designed by passionate experts and engineered at the Hyundai Motor Namyang R&D Center. Throughout the development, they go to the Nürburgring in Germany, one of the world’s most demanding racetracks, to undergo rigorous testing and validation. Through this painstaking process, N technology has been refined and born. N brand takes its name from Namyang and Nürburgring. Hyundai Motor is expanding its N and N Line lineup to 18 models globally through 2022, seven of which will be sold in Canada. The flow of new N and N Line models will include variants in each major vehicle segment, suiting the needs of all types of car enthusiasts. The 2022 Kona N will arrive at Canadian Hyundai dealers in late 2021.
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NISSAN Z:
AN ICON REBORN STO RY A N D I M AG ES BY NISSAN CANADA
In 1969, a revolutionary Japanese two-door sports car made its North American debut in New York City – the Datsun 240Z. In 2021, an all-new, just as revolutionary, seventhgeneration version makes its global debut also in New York. This time, the nameplate simply reads “Z.”
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hen the Z was introduced in 1969, it was a revolution. Since then, for more than 50 years, Nissan has brought style, speed, reliability and so much more to millions of enthusiasts around the world. While the six previous generations of Nissan’s iconic sports car all offered numeric designations, the long-awaited redesign will be known in Canada and North America overall simply by just one letter – Z. "The Z represents the joy of driving in its purest form and has helped shape Nissan's DNA as a passionate, innovative challenger," said Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida. "Ever since the first generation, it has captured the hearts of car enthusiasts all over the world."
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"Simply put, our goal is to make this the best Z yet, period. With each generation, we raise the bar, pushing the limits of Z and continuing to tap into the human instinct for that next thrilling journey”
THE ALL-NEW 2023 Z: THE REBIRTH OF AN ICON. The original 240Z was built to bring the joy and excitement of sports car ownership to as many people as possible – a car built for enthusiasts, by
enthusiasts. That spirit and heritage continues today with the launch of the latest reincarnation of Z. All 2023 Nissan Z models are equipped with a 400-horsepower 3.0-litre V6 twin turbo engine and
choice of 6-speed manual transmission with motorsports-inspired EXEDY® high-performance clutch, or a 9-speed automatic transmission with aluminum paddle shifters. With an increase of 68 horsepower and a 30 percent increase in torque, the engine is designed to deliver a sharp, yet smooth response to the driver’s input, along with an estimated 15 percent improvement in 0 to 60 mph acceleration. “Simply put, our goal is to make this the best Z yet, period. With each generation, we raise the bar, pushing the limits of Z and continuing to tap into the human instinct for that next thrilling journey,” said Hiroshi Tamura, chief product specialist of the new Z. “More than just powerful and agile, the 2023 Z is designed to be one with the driver for all kinds of on-road adventures.”
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One of the defining traits of Z has always been its bond between the car and the driver – a physical and visceral connection, no matter the road ahead. That human-machine bond dominates the new Z, especially in the presence of the standard, 6-speed manual transmission. From a design standpoint, the all-new 2023 Z offers a sleek, attractive exterior with a silhouette that shows respect to its lineage. Its long hood and short deck are fundamentally Z, with a fresh look that is “love at first sight.” The design theme for the exterior and interior of the new Z was “tradition with modern technology.” Inside, the driver-centric cockpit includes a 12.3-inch customizable racing-inspired TFT metre display, available leather-appointed sports seats and an 8-speaker Bose® Audio system. "Inspired by the voices of thousands of Z owners and Z lovers, and ignited by internal conversations around the six generations of Z that have come before, we found ourselves gravitating towards the sketches that touched the high points of certain decades while remaining true to
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with a special Proto Spec edition, which will be available in limited quantity. The all-new, seventhgeneration 2023 Z, which drops its numerical prefix in North America for the first time, is scheduled to go on sale at Canada’s Nissan dealers in the first half of 2022.
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and powertrain, but also an all-new platform, the McLaren Carbon Fibre Lightweight Architecture (MCLA). This high-strength, yet lightweight monocoque tub weighs just 82 kg (181 pounds) and is made from four types of carbon
fibre, with a new resin system and a new core material for that produces industry-leading strength and stiffness, according to McLaren. To that end, the Artura has a dry weight (no passengers or fluids) of 1,395 kg (3,075 pounds), and a curb weight of 1,498 kg (3,303 pounds).
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The Artura’s hybrid powertrain is comprised of an all-new 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged V6 engine that puts 577 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque to the ground through the rear wheels via McLaren’s 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that includes
steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. Working in tandem with the gas powerplant is an axial-flux electric motor that weighs just 15 kg (33 pounds) yet produces 94 horsepower. Combined output is rated at 671 horsepower and 531 lb-ft. of torque. As for the
battery pack, the Artura is equipped with a 7.4 kWh lithium-ion unit that can achieve an 80 percent charge in just 2.5 hours. On the chassis front, the Artura sports new suspension geometry that doubles the stiffness of the old system, while also adding hundreds of kilograms of downforce, according to McLaren. The suspension itself features aluminum double wishbones up front, with an upper wishbone and lower multi-link set-up in the rear, along with independent adaptive dampers. Drivers can tune the ride to their preference via comfort, sport and track driving modes. Another interesting piece of new tech being
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rolled out in the Artura is McLaren’s first-ever electronic differential, which controls torque delivery across the rear axle. The new e-unit is smaller and lighter than the mechanical version and is being used in the Artura for better control when drifting and for improved traction while accelerating out of corners. In terms of design, the Artura’s lines are all-new, yet are also signature McLaren. “Low and lean. Minimal and powerful,” as the company puts it in their marketing materials. The Artura is a new interpretation of McLaren design language that is crisp and handsome, yet also functional. Airflow and heat management have been incorporated into the Artura’s bodywork, as has a low centre of gravity.
In the cabin, the Artura has a driver-oriented cockpit where powertrain and handling controls have been placed within fingertip reach of the driver. This has been done to create minimal distraction so the driver can keep their hands on the wheel and eyes focused on the road ahead. Speaking of steering, the Artura utilizes an electro-hydraulic
system to provide more precise feedback. Other cabin touches include new HD touchscreens, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. But here’s what you really need to know: while it is a plug-in hybrid, the Artura is still McLaren fast. 0-100 km/h in three seconds flat with a top track speed of 330 km/h. Enough said.
The 2022 McLaren Artura will arrive in Canada in late 2021 / early 2022.
2022 MCLAREN ARTURA PRICE FINAL ASSEMBLY ENGINE HORSEPOWER TORQUE CURB WEIGHT CONFIGURATION TRANSMISSION
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TUNING365 COMES HOME After a successful test event for the Tuning 365 Tour in 2020, as well as an awesome series of shows alongside Formula DRIFT, PASMAG is excited to bring the Tuning 365 Tour to the Drive Festival! STO RY A N D I M AG ES BY IG NITION STAFF
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from across the continent. Our test show in St Louis last year showed us the full potential of the Tuning 365 show concept to provide simple and engaging entertainment with the audience of the event, complementing the action of any event. We can’t wait to bring the fun to Drive Festival! Also on site for Drive Festival will be our own competition, Tuner
Battlegrounds Live! Rather than PASMAG selecting the competition winners as judges, this responsibility falls on the automotive enthusiast - the audience, fans, show-goers and friends and family of the competitors or events. With a click of a button (Facebook-enabled voting) or creating a new post with a designated hashtag (Instagram, Twitter), the audience will be able to vote
and select their favorite competitor(s) from stage to stage. Keep an eye out for #TBGLIVE competitors and be sure to vote for your favorites!
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