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The Czinger 21C might be the wildest car we drive all year
Ars Technica • • business
Key Points:
- The Czinger 21C is a hybrid hypercar featuring a bespoke 2.88-liter twin-turbo V8 paired with a three-motor electric system, delivering a combined 1,250 hp and accelerating from 0-60 mph in 1.92 seconds, with a top speed of 253 mph.
- Unlike traditional automotive design, the 21C is developed using Divergent Technologies' generative design software and additive manufacturing, optimizing components for structural efficiency and producing complex, lightweight parts through metal 3D printing.
- The car's unique design includes a central driving position with a tandem passenger seat, a carbon-fiber safety cell, and advanced suspension and braking systems, reflecting a focus on track performance and innovative engineering.
- Despite its extreme performance, the 21C offers multiple driving modes for various conditions, with a surprisingly compliant ride in Street mode and sharp, race-inspired handling in Track and Track+ modes.
- Beyond its performance, the Czinger 21C represents a pioneering manufacturing approach that could revolutionize vehicle production by enabling rapid, flexible, and highly optimized builds across different car models and brands.
