Which car manufacturers need a performance brand? – Jalopnik

Which car manufacturers need a performance brand? – Jalopnik





While most of us can’t afford a hypercar, a performance trim is a much more accessible way to get your hands on a performance vehicle. From Mercedes-AMG to Madzaspeed, there are several options when considering performance models that go beyond the conventional sports car. There are hot hatches, sports sedans and even performance SUVs. Although the upgrades are expensive, it is much more affordable than a Bugatti or Ferrari.

Which automaker should launch its own performance brand if it doesn’t already have one? There is certainly room for improvement for American automakers. Detroit’s Big Three fall under performance brands to some extent. Stellantis North America still has street and racing technology. However, SRT currently only offers two models: the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and the Jeep Wrangler 392. Ford Racing has its line of Raptor off-roaders and the Explorer ST. Last but not least, General Motors has the Cadillac V-Series and Chevrolet Performance parts brands.

A brand that can be as hot as lava

Fortunately, my favorite choice is no longer an option. Genesis is the latest automaker to throw its hat into the ring of performance brands. Hyundai’s luxury offshoot launched its Magma performance program last year when it unveiled the GV60 Magma Concept at the New York Auto Show. The electric crossover now goes into production as the first official Magma model. To forge an image for the lava-colored brand, Genesis launched a factory Le Mans Hypercar team that will compete in the French endurance classic for the first time next year. The icing on the cake is a mid-engine V8 hypercar in the works, which will eventually spawn its own GT3 racing program.

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