Maserati's most powerful performance vehicle
makes its North American track debut with a
special first customer delivery at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna
Seca
MONTEREY, Calif., Aug. 18,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a historic moment at Laguna
Seca during the illustrious Monterey Car Week, Italian luxury
performance brand Maserati delivered the first customer
MCXtrema, its most powerful track-only super sports car, as
part of a curated experience during the brand's Car Week
activities. This milestone moment marked the first time MCXtrema
has graced North American soil.
Maserati MCXtrema: A New Chapter in Performance
Excellence
The Maserati MCXtrema, the Trident's 730-horsepower 'beast,' has
returned to Monterey, this time on
track for its final stop during the Monterey Car Week tour.
Intended to break the mold, the MCXtrema embodies Maserati DNA and
the performance that defines every creation from the iconic Italian
brand. With only 62 units produced globally, this limited-edition
spectacle blends exquisite design with unparalleled racing
dynamics.
This special occasion at Laguna Seca served as the V6 3.0L
twin-turbo Nettuno race engine's debut in North America, where it was heard roaring to
life and racing around the track for the first time. The MCXtrema
underwent a series of rigorous tests, culminating with this
delivery of the premier example in late summer 2024. Given its
track-only nature, it was fitting that the first customer delivery
occurred at one of the most famous circuits in the world during
Monterey Car Week.
A Grand Debut During Monterey Car Week
Following its presence on the Maserati stand at The Quail, A
Motorsports Gathering, this delivery moment was highlighted by
the presence of Maserati Chief test driver Andrea Bertolini, renowned for his success in
the GT class with four world titles aboard the legendary Maserati
MC12. Bertolini took the MCXtrema on its inaugural laps on
the iconic Laguna Seca track, displaying the car's capabilities
with its new owner beside him before handing over the keys for the
first time. This ceremonial handover celebrated the car's
remarkable journey from concept to reality, with Bertolini's
pivotal role in its development through rigorous simulation
testing.
"Seeing the MCXtrema come to life has been a rewarding
journey. Maserati unveiled the concept here in Monterey just a year ago, and now, we're
delivering the first one at Laguna Seca," said Giovanni Sgro, Head of Maserati Corse. "It's
been a labor of love, with countless hours of hard work and
dedication from our team. This car truly embodies the spirit of
Maserati, combining the most advanced technology with our signature
Italian craftsmanship. It's an honor to be part of this milestone
and to share it with our passionate customers. Very much out of
respect for our customers, confirming the ownership of the MCXtrema
continues to be an exclusive selection process – from beginning to
end. When we decided to develop one of the most powerful track only
cars in Maserati's long history, we also wanted to identify the 62
unique individuals not as owners, but as custodians of a rich
legacy."
Crafted for Excellence
The Maserati MCXtrema showcases the pinnacle of automotive
innovation, blending Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge
technology. This track-only masterpiece is one of Maserati's most
powerful performance cars, developed with extensive virtual
analysis to ensure optimal performance. Approximately 200 hours
were spent in the Maserati dynamic simulator, complemented by 1,000
hours of detailed virtual analysis across various simulations.
Built on four years of MC20 development and subsequent engine
advancements, the Maserati MCXtrema excels in track performance.
Designed by Maserati Centro Stile and 100% made in Italy, it merges beauty with functionality for
superior aerodynamics and handling.
For more information, visit
www.media.maserati.com/models/mcxtrema.
Maserati S.p.A.
Maserati produces a complete range of unique cars, immediately
recognizable for their extraordinary personality. Thanks to their
style, technology, and innately exclusive character, they delight
the most discerning, demanding tastes and have always been a
benchmark for the global automotive industry. A tradition of
successful cars, each of them redefining what makes an Italian
sports car in terms of design, performance, comfort, elegance, and
safety, currently available in more than 70 markets
internationally. Maserati line-up includes the Grecale, the
"everyday exceptional" SUV, the GranTurismo, the iconic Italian
grand tourer, and the GranCabrio, the new convertible of the
Trident; all models characterized by the use of the highest quality
materials and excellent technical solutions. A range equipped with
4-cylinder hybrid powertrains – available for Grecale – and V6
petrol, with rear-wheel and four-wheel drive, embodying the
performance DNA of the Trident brand. The top of the range is made
up of the MC20 super sports car and the MC20 Cielo spyder, powered
by the ground-breaking 100% Maserati Nettuno V6 engine, which
incorporates F1-derived technologies into the power unit of a
standard production car for the first time. The GranTurismo is
available with both the high-performance V6 petrol engine, derived
from the Nettuno, and a 100% electric version: the GranTurismo
Folgore, the first car in the Modena-based brand's history to adopt
this solution. Today the full-electric range includes also the
Grecale Folgore, Maserati's first full-electric SUV, and the latest
addition, GranCabrio Folgore. By 2025, all Maserati models will
also be available in a full-electric version, and the entire
Maserati range will run on electricity alone by 2028.
For further information:
MASERATI
Roberta
Marchetti – Maserati Corse Communications Manager –
roberta.marchetti@maserati.com
Matt Rindone – Head of PR & Communications,
Maserati North America – matthew.rindone@maserati.com
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