All articles tagged with #race car
Modern F1 steering wheels are highly complex, featuring numerous buttons and controls for various functions like DRS, pit-lane speed, and energy management, evolved from simple wheels of the past to advanced, customized electronic interfaces tailored to each driver and team, reflecting technological advancements and safety considerations in racing.
Porsche is finalizing the new 911 GT3 Cup, featuring improved aerodynamics and an upgraded 503 hp engine, set to debut this summer and compete in the 2026 Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup, with significant enhancements in safety, electronics, and handling.
Porsche is developing a new 911 Cup race car based on the 992.2 generation, set to debut in the 2026 season's Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup and Carrera Cup series. The car features aerodynamic, safety, electronic, and engine improvements, and is tested using sustainable eFuel with a significant CO₂ reduction, emphasizing Porsche's commitment to high performance and environmental responsibility.
Porsche has unveiled the second-generation Type-992 911 GT3 Cup car, which is set to debut this summer and will be used in various racing series including Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup and Carrera Cup, with production starting in fall 2024 and a rollout planned for 2025-2026.
Porsche has unveiled the 963 RSP, a one-off race car inspired by the historic Porsche 917, featuring bespoke design elements, a modified interior, and a hybrid V8 powertrain, debuting on the streets near Le Mans to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the original 917's road debut.
A YouTuber known as MotorJeff has purchased a wrecked Ferrari race car and plans to document its transformation on his channel, despite expressing doubts about completing the project. He highlights the car's potential for modification and jokes about potential illegal activities, while also acknowledging the missing and expensive parts. The YouTuber also mentions previous projects and solicits support for his Patreon page, ending with a humorous remark about selling feet pictures.
Aston Martin has unveiled the new Vantage GT4, featuring updates from the previous model and sharing 80 percent of the road car's components. Sold as a turn-key race car, it incorporates the 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine and transmission, with improvements made to electronics, chassis, and suspension. The company anticipates building over 40 cars this year, aiming to deepen connections with partner teams and fans.
Aston Martin unveils the 2024 Vantage GT3, developed in collaboration with Aston Martin Racing, with plans to deliver 30 cars to customers by the end of the year. The car aims to address previous model's shortcomings in drivability and serviceability, featuring changes in suspension geometry, aero, controls, brakes, and more. Priced at £575,000, it will race in IMSA's GTD classes and FIA WEC LMGT3 program, with a focus on wider setup window for pro/am market and representing road car drivability.
Aston Martin officially unveils the new Vantage GT3, a heavily modified version of the Vantage designed for endurance racing with a bonded aluminum chassis, carbon fiber body panels, and detuned engine producing 500-600 horsepower. The company expects 30 cars to race globally by the end of 2024, with improved handling characteristics and participation in various racing series including IMSA, WEC, ELMS, and NLS.
Audi is releasing a special edition RS6 GT, inspired by the 1989 Audi 90 Quattro IMSA GTO race car, featuring a new front bumper, carbon fiber hood, 22-inch wheels, and unique rear diffuser design. The interior boasts black leather and microfiber with red and copper stitching, while the car retains the twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine with 621 hp and 627 pound-feet of torque. Only 660 RS6 GTs will be built, with 85 coming to the U.S., and pricing is expected to be significantly higher than the base RS6. Additionally, Audi's next-generation lineup will include the fully electric A6 E-Tron and an internal-combustion A7.
Acura's IMSA GTP hybrid prototype, the ARX-06, powered by a 2.4-liter twin-turbocharged V6 gasoline engine paired with an electric motor, produces funky noises that sound like Chewbacca from Star Wars. The complex interaction between the combustion engine, electric motor generator, and traction control system is explained in a video, likening the driving experience to a horse-jumping analogy.
The Ford Mustang GT3, belonging to the Italian racing team Dinamic GT, was spotted testing at the Misano Adriatico circuit in preparation for the 2024 GT World Challenge Europe season. Powered by a bored 5.4-liter Coyote V8 engine, the race-spec Mustang unleashed its ferocious sound on the track. While the performance figures are unknown, GT3 cars typically run between 500-600 horsepower. The shakedown allowed the team to fine-tune the car's balance and setup for optimal performance.
Ford has released photos of the 2025 Mustang GTD, a roadgoing version of the Mustang GT3 race car. Powered by a supercharged 5.2-liter V-8 engine producing around 800 horsepower, the GTD features an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and a modified rear end to accommodate the transaxle. With a nearly 50/50 front-rear weight balance, the GTD boasts a massive wheel and tire package and utilizes Multimatic's adaptive spool-valve dampers. Only 1000 to 2000 units will be built, with an estimated price of $300,000.
Ford has unveiled the 2025 Mustang GTD, a race car for the road with over 800 horsepower and a sub-7-minute Nurburgring lap time. Hand-assembled at Multimatic's facilities in Canada, the GTD features a carbon fiber exterior, a hydraulically controlled rear wing, and an optional carbon fiber underbody aero package. It is powered by an improved 5.2-liter supercharged V8 engine, equipped with a new dry-sump oil system, and paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch rear transaxle. The GTD also boasts a unique suspension system with adaptive spool valve dampers and hydraulic control.
Swedish automaker Koenigsegg is auctioning off its only race car, the 2007 CCGT GT1 Competition Coupé, at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Developed for GT racing, the car features a five-liter V8 engine producing up to 600 hp and comes with race-ready modifications. Despite never racing due to changes in regulations, the car is fully certified to run in certain historic racing series. It is expected to sell for between $3.8 million and $5 million.