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Donkervoort P24 RS: The Dash-to-Axle Showstopper
automotive26 days ago

Donkervoort P24 RS: The Dash-to-Axle Showstopper

A playful look at Donkervoort’s P24 RS, a two-seat roadster that exaggerates dash-to-axle proportions to comic levels. It weighs about 1,720 lb dry, offers an aero option adding ~200 lb downforce at speed, uses a 3.5L twin‑turbo V6 behind a long hood with 5 speeds, and claims 0–124 mph in 7.4 seconds and 2.3 g of cornering. The engine’s 3D-printed intercoolers and headers showcase its tech-forward approach, and the $354k price tag is paired with a specialized US registration process. Overall, it’s absurd yet brilliantly appealing to fans of extreme automotive design.

via Jalopnik|
#aero-package#automotive#car-design
"Aston Martin Unveils 656-Horsepower Vantage F1 Safety Car for Saudi Arabian GP"
automotive2 years ago

"Aston Martin Unveils 656-Horsepower Vantage F1 Safety Car for Saudi Arabian GP"

Aston Martin has unveiled a new 656-horsepower Vantage F1 safety car to address complaints about the previous model's pace, with improved aero, Recaro Pole Position bucket seats, and a digital rear-view mirror display. The powertrain, cooling package, and brakes remain unchanged from the standard Vantage street car, and early feedback from Formula One safety car driver Bernd Mayländer has been positive. While it may not outpace the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series safety car, the updated Vantage is expected to narrow the gap and will be seen on FIA Grade 1 circuits this year.

via The Autopian|
#aero-package#aston-martin#automotive
"Indy 500 Practice: O'Ward Criticizes Aero Package, Ericsson Leads, and Overrated Drivers Identified"
motorsports2 years ago

"Indy 500 Practice: O'Ward Criticizes Aero Package, Ericsson Leads, and Overrated Drivers Identified"

IndyCar's new aero package for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway has been criticized by drivers for not improving racing. The package, which includes additional underwing wickers and a new rear wing main plane pillar, has created a 'DRS train' effect where cars run nose-to-tail behind the leaders. Drivers have said that only the first two lead cars can overtake each other, and running in traffic is still a challenge. However, some drivers have praised the new parts for giving teams more options to run more downforce in their cars.

via Motorsport.com|
#aero-package#indianapolis-motor-speedway#indycar