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A New Chapter in Hypercar Performance Begins in 2025

A Glimpse into the Year Ahead
MOUNT KISCO, NEW YORK
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February 20, 2025

SSC North America is poised to captivate the automotive world as the SSC Tuatara and the Tuatara Striker embark on a groundbreaking record tour in 2025. Exclusively available through HK Motorcars—the sole dealer for SSC worldwide—this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a legacy of speed and innovation. In what promises to be a history-making moment, the Tuatara will push the boundaries of aerodynamics and power on one of the world’s longest and flattest airstrips, aiming to shatter its own record. This milestone is just the first chapter of an exhilarating journey, as SSC transitions from straight-line speed to track dominance later in 2025 with a fastest lap record attempt for the Tuatara Striker.

What sets the Tuatara power plant apart is its flawless integration of power, aerodynamics, and safety. The design of the Striker’s body is a triumph of engineering, crafted to move through the air with unprecedented ease. This meticulous attention to detail generates a staggering 1,100 lbs of downforce at 160 mph, achieved through features like its high-downforce fixed wing, active rear wing, vertical stabilizer, and augmented rear diffuser. The car’s balance is equally exceptional, with precise downforce distribution of 45.4% at the front axle and 54.6% at the rear, providing unmatched stability and predictability at high speeds.

At its core, the Tuatara series hypercars boast a bespoke flat plane crank twin-turbo V8 engine developed in partnership with Nelson Racing Engines. This powerhouse was built exclusively for the Tuatara and Tuatara Striker, delivering extraordinary performance that thrills drivers and defies hypercar conventions with 1750 horsepower. The car’s robotized 7-speed transmission integrates a state-of-the-art Automac AMT system, ensuring rapid, precise gear shifts within milliseconds. Together, the engine and transmission create an unrelenting force of speed and precision, and a unique unmatched exotic tone.

Safety and innovation merge seamlessly in the Tuatara model series carbon fiber monocoque. This lightweight yet robust structure is engineered to provide uncompromising protection, while its stunning exposed carbon fiber details elevate the car’s aesthetic appeal. Dynamic handling completes the package, with track-level performance and three selectable driving modes that adapt effortlessly to street cruising, straight-line speed runs, or aggressive cornering on the track.

"The SSC Tuatara Striker is more than a car—it’s a revolution in motion," said Jerod Shelby, CEO of SSC North America. "With HK Motorcars as our exclusive global partner, we’re excited to connect with a select group of discerning buyers who share our passion for performance and innovation. The 2025 record tour is the beginning of a thrilling new chapter for the Tuatara Striker and its legacy."

As excitement builds, collectors and enthusiasts are invited to secure their place in automotive history. With limited availability, the SSC Tuatara and Tuatara Striker represent a rare opportunity to own a hypercar that not only performs at the highest level but also tells a story of human ingenuity and ambition.

To inquire, please contact Nat Mundy at nat@hkmotorcars.com or (914) 282-0714.

About 
HK Motorcars

HK Motorcars is an authorized dealer specializing in procuring icons of motorsport.  With a strong focus on innovation, they are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of racing and bringing world-class competition to fans worldwide.  HK Motorcars is also the sole United States purveyor for specialized brands such as Glickenhaus, SSC North America, Kimera Automobili, Nardone Automotive, Touring Superleggera, Zagato, and more. For more information, please visit www.hkmotorcars.com.

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SSC North America Communications