Bruno Senna stares intensely

Is Bruno Senna good at Forza?

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Watch Bruno Senna Put His Skills to the Test in Forza Horizon 4

A lot of us here at McLaren Chicago are big fans of Forza; the game is simply a great way to experience all the supercars you don’t get a chance to drive in real life. Sure, it’s nothing like the real thing, but it’s still a blast. The attention to detail is thoroughly impressive, and there are certainly worse ways to wile away the long Chicago winters.

Sometimes we wonder, though: how much do Forza skills correspond to real-life racing ability? Bruno Senna, as you probably know, is a pretty darn skilled racer in the real world. How does he fare at Forza?

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McLaren Artura driving on racetrack

What’s the best seating position for driving at high speeds?

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Sitting Safely When Driving on the Track

Here at McLaren Chicago, our models tend to be made for fast driving around the track. It’s not enough, however, to simply take a powerful vehicle out to a track and let ‘er rip. There are a lot of pointers to follow to ensure your high-speed fun is done in a safe and optimized manner.

One of the biggest mistakes that new drivers make at the racetrack is sitting incorrectly. How should one position the driver’s seat for the optimal and safest high-speed driving experience?

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2021 McLaren 720S cruising down a curved pavement

Why are speeds electronically limited?

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Reasons for Electronic Speed Limiting in Vehicles

Here at McLaren Chicago, we deal in fast cars. Very fast. As speedy as they are, however, many of the vehicles on our lot could go faster than they do if not for a little thing called electronic speed limiting.

It’s not just supercars, either. Lots of vehicles out there in the world have their speeds electronically limited by their makers and have for some time. Why are the top speeds of vehicles electronically limited?

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McLaren 765LT Spider being driven on a curved road

What is understeer?

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Understeer Definition, Causes and How to Deal with It  

Most drivers, at some time or another, have experienced a phenomenon called understeer. It happens a lot in the racing world, which is why customers come in to visit us here at McLaren Chicago and smack us with questions like the following: what exactly is understeer? How and why does it occur? How should one deal with it when it does?

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McLaren Artura light green exterior driving on a street

What warranty coverage comes with the McLaren Artura?

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2022 McLaren Artura Warranty Coverage

The 2022 McLaren Artura was just revealed in February 2021, and we’ve already received a lot of inquiries about it here at McLaren Chicago. This vehicle is the first series-production High-Performance Hybrid from our favorite automaker; it’s the product of more than half a century of racing and road-car experience and expertise.

One important factor to consider when buying any new vehicle is warranty coverage. This holds as true when hopping behind the wheel of a supercar as would with any other type of ride. That’s why we’re here to take a look at the occasionally pondered query: what warranty coverage will McLaren provide on the 2022 Artura?

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McLaren Artura with white exterior driving on a street

How quickly does the McLaren Artura go from zero to 60?

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2022 McLaren Artura 0 – 60 Acceleration Time

The all-new McLaren Artura is extremely exciting for many reasons. This high-performance hybrid supercar boasts an all-new, ultra-compact 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 petrol engine paired to a lightweight, compact Axial Flux E-motor and compact hybrid battery. How fast does this whole setup get the Artura from zero to 60 miles-per-hour?

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Black McLaren Speedtail in a futuristic void

Which McLaren is the fastest?

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Fastest McLaren Models by Top Speed

It’s no secret that McLaren produces incredibly fast vehicles. No matter which model you’re driving, you can expect impressive speeds. A common question we hear at McLaren Chicago is: which McLaren is the fastest of them all? We’re here to answer that question. Also, those interested in a new McLaren can view our online inventory and car financing options at McLaren Chicago in Chicago, IL.

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Red McLaren 650S on a modern concrete structures

Which McLaren does Tyler, the Creator drive?

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A Look at Tyler, the Creator’s Special Relationship with McLaren

Tyler, the Creator is many things. One of those things that may be less known than others is that he’s quite the automotive enthusiast. Among the brands that especially delight the rapper, fashion designer, and Odd Future leader is McLaren. So much does McLaren delight Tyler that he seems to own one for himself. Curious fans sometimes give us a ring here at McLaren Chicago and ask: what McLaren model does Tyler, the Creator have?

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McLaren 12C on road

What does PS mean in terms of horsepower?

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PS Power Measurement Unit Meaning and Origins

If you’ve been researching European vehicles like McLaren, you may have encountered the term “PS” when discussing a car’s power, similar to horsepower. However, the exact meaning of PS isn’t always clear. This often leads people to ask us at McLaren Chicago: What is PS, and how does it compare to horsepower? Let’s find out.

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McLaren 720S cruising up a curved road

Where can I turn in my leased McLaren in Chicago, IL?

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Turn In Your McLaren Lease in the Windy City

Leasing a McLaren is a great way to get a top-tier supercar experience without having to shell out the full lofty purchase price. However, all things, both good and bad, must eventually come to an end. Sadly, the McLaren lease falls into this mortal category as well.

If you’ve found yourself in the Chicago area with a McLaren lease on your hands that’s reaching its conclusion, you’re probably looking for a place to turn it in. Where can drivers turn in their leased McLaren vehicle in Chicago, IL?

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