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PEUGEOT has prepared for the Dakar challenge: here’s the new sand warrior!

2016 PEUGEOT 3008 DKR Wehave expected this one: Team Peugeot Total and Red Bull have proudly revealed the fresh PEUGEOT 3008 DKR. Heir of one of the most successful machines from previous championships, this confident beast has a lot to demonstrate. So, let’s waste no more time and see what the key features are!

First of all, the new Dakar warrior is based on a new PEUGEOT SUV vehicle, yet to be revealed and at the same time stays true to some of brand’s successful concept ideas. Racers will still be dealing with a two-wheel drive system and many more familiar stuff, but they will also meet some sweet changes and additions.

Going directly to the drivetrain system, we first see a revised 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbodiesel power unit that is especially created to deliver greater torque levels at low revs. What might disappoint some of the fans and enthusiasts is that there is also a smaller restrictor in the engine that results on a loss of 20horse power (14kW). However, the engineering team decided to make this sacrifice in the name of more torque at low revs.

2016 PEUGEOT 3008 DKR

Further tweaks have been made onto the suspension system. Definitely a key component for success in the Dakar challenge, the vehicle now offers the aid of exclusive fine-tuned system, revised geometry and some damper improvement. Sweet.

And there is also one more important upgrade. The air conditioning. Maybe some of you think that this is a tool for the whining princess wanna-be girls, but you are wrong. When a crew spends up to 12 hours a day in a vehicle’s cabin in temperatures that easily excess 60 degrees, good air conditioning system is not a fad, but a must. And they got one. Exclusive, revised and improved. Cool.

2016 PEUGEOT 3008 DKR

Before the great Dakar challenge, Carloz Sainz himself will test the new PEUGEOT 3008 DKR against other competitors during Morocco’s Rally in October (3rd to 7th October).

We wish the very best of luck to PEUGEOT TEAM and we do hope that the team will have numerous occasions for celebrations!

Source: PEUGEOT

September 15, 2016

Peugeot Reveals the Definitive Combat Livery of 2008 DKR

Peugeot has shown the 2015 Peugeot 2008 DKR livery which will compete in the Dakar rally in more than a month. The event will start on 4^th of January. The car has traded its initial all-carbon finish for its official colour scheme and is fully prepared to take on its 4×4 rivals. The vehicle has a racier look based on a combination of blue, white and red. In fact, the part around the cockpit, which is white, is a perfect way to protect the people inside from the heat.

2008 DKR was revealed in April and it will be driven by Carlos Sainz and Cyril Despres during the competition that starts on January 4. It is powered by a V6 twin-turbodiesel engine which produces 340 horsepower (254 kW).

Recently, Peugeot 2008 DKR has covered thousands of kilometres in Morocco, thus showing results of the test programme that reveal that the technical concept is well founded. Carlos Sainz stands fully behind the Peugeot 2008 DKR’s technical concept. He says that the concept works well and the test programme has shown a very fast machine.

There are only 48 days to go until the start of January’s Dakar. This actually means that the team is currently facing a busy final countdown. On November 20, the service trucks which carry the necessary equipment and spares will be loaded onto the ship that will take them to Argentina. What follows is the build of three rally cars and a final test in Morocco at the beginning of December.

Source: Peugeot

November 18, 2014

McChip-DKR mc8xx Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG

McChip-DKR has unveiled their latest tuning project based on Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG. The name of the project is mc8xx and it includes styling and performance upgrades as well.

The 6.2 liter naturally aspirated V8 originally develops 457HP ((336 kW) and 600Nm (443 lb-ft). It is mated to a 7-speed SpeedShift MCT transmission. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, which is a bit faster than BMW M3 and the fuel consumption is 12.0 L/100 km. After a complete supercharger system, the engine produces whopping 830HP (610 kW) and over 900Nm (667 lb-ft) of torque. The result is thanks to a big oil cooler, XXL water cooler and a bigger water pump for the charge air system.

The exterior boasts a complete wide body kit of the corresponding special model of Black Series. It includes aggressive front and rear bumpers, a new front hood, a pair of side skirts and several wings. All parts are manufactured from carbon fiber including flaps, side mirrors, front splitters and the rear diffusor. Other highlights include front and rear lamps from the W204-Facelift model.

The sports car is fitted with OZ-Racing Superleggera rims – 10J x 19“ at the front and 11J x 19“ at the rear fitted with adequate performance tires. A KW Clubsport chassis is also present as well as high performance brake discs and stopping pads. Last, but not least is an LSD (limited slip differential) by Drexler.

The mc8xx package comes with MOT-certificate and is now available to order.

Source: McChip-DKR

July 31, 2014

Peugeot 2008 DKR – Technical Specs

Peugeot 2008 DKR is going to compete in the world’s most tough motorsport challenge – 2015 Dakar Rally. A lot of obstacles await for the 2008 DKR – dunes, mountains, dry river beds, canyons, furnace-like temperatures, salt deserts, rough terrain, sand and many more. To tackle this tremendous challenge, Team Peugeot-Total has followed a very daring technical path.

“Much like we did at the Le Mans 24 Hours by electing to run a closed-cockpit car, we decided to adopt an innovative concept,” explained Peugeot Sport Director Bruno Famin.

“When it comes to cross-country rallying, the biggest question is whether to run with four-wheel-drive or just two. After a detailed study of the question, we decided to go for two-wheel drive transmission which presents a number of interesting benefits.”, he added.

This bold decision will enable the team to try to become the first to win the Dakar with two-wheel drive and diesel engine.

Peugeot 2008 DKR is powered by a V6 twin-turbo diesel mid-rear engine – 340HP (250 kW).

“Fitting all of the vital assemblies into such a small space gave us quite a headache!”, admitted Technical project manager Jean-Christophe Pallier.

“Small cars tend to perform more comfortably over twisty WRC-type stages, so this arrangement increases the potential of two-wheel drive cars in situations where the 4x4s tend to have the edge.”, he added.

Beyond the conviction – expressed by Red Bull for the last two years – that two-wheel-drive vehicles possess attractive qualities that shine through even across the most inhospitable of terrains.

Technical data – 2008 DKR:

ENGINE
Type Cubic capacity Number of valves Position Number of cylinders Maximum power Torque Maximum revs Top speed Lubricant	V6 bi-turbo diesel 2,993cc 24 Mid-rear V6 (‘vee’ angle = 60°) 340hp 800 Nm 5,000rpm 200kph TOTAL QUARTZ 10 W 50
TRANSMISSION
Type Gearbox Lubricant	Two-wheel drive Longitudinally mounted six-speed manual sequential gearbox TOTAL 755 HPX 80 W 140
CHASSIS
Type Bodywork	Tubular steel Carbon
SUSPENSION / BRAKES / STEERING
Suspension Springs Dampers Travel Anti-roll bars Steering and brakes Discs Rims Tyres	Double wishbones Coil springs (two per wheel) Adjustable (two per wheel) 460mm Front and rear Hydraulic power steering Hydraulic dual circuit, one-piece light alloy four-piston callipers Front and rear vented discs front and rear Front discs (diameter): 355mm Rear discs (diameter): 355mm Aluminium two-piece wheels (17 x 8.5) Michelin 37/12,5×17

DIMENSIONS
Length Width Height Front overhang Rear overhang Wheelbase Fuel tank capacity	4,099mm 2,033mm 1,912mm 641mm 658mm 2,800mm 400 litres

Source: Peugeot

July 4, 2014

Peugeot 2008 DKR for 2015 Dakar Rally

Peugeot has unveiled the 2008 DKR Race Car, which will compete in the world’s most tough challenge – 2015 Dakar Rally. The extremely muscular vehicle will be driven by Carlos Sainz and Cyril Despres, who will defend the colours of Team Peugeot Total on next January’s Dakar.

The French manufacturer makes a return after 25 years with a 2008-based racer, which looks quite aggressive. It rolls enormous 37” (94 cm) off-road Michelin tires and has received a large rear wing while the rear doors were removed. There is also a short front overhang to allow a high approach angle.

Still there, are no further details except that the vehicle will have a two-wheel drive layout and all the necessary improvements to comply with Dakar’s regulations. The 2008 DKR’s breath-taking forms are sure to cause a stir even before the new car starts to kick up dust as it begins to be put through its paces in the colours of Red Bull and Total.

Peugeot 2008 DKR will be exhibited at the 2014 Beijing Motor Show.

“We provided Peugeot’s Style Centre with a very precise brief,” commented the Project Leader at Peugeot Sport, Jean-Christophe Pailler.

“We supplied them with the basic key dimensions, as well as other information such as the cabin space we required, plus the wheel size and the suspension travel. They also had aerodynamic data resulting from our early simulation work.”, he added.

Source: Peugeot

April 15, 2014

McChip DKR Audi RS5 Kopressor

McChip DKR has announced their latest project based on Audi RS5 4.2 FSI V8. The stylish coupe received sensational performance upgrade – a compressor kit named MC5XX.

The 4.2 liter FSI V8 originally delivers 450HP (331 kW) and 430Nm (319 lb-ft) of torque.

Stage I boosts the engine to 550HP (404 kW) and 550Nm (407 lb-ft) of torque. The result is thanks to a compressor kit including intercooler and software for the serial exhaust. The price for Stage I is €19,999.

Stage II boosts the engine to 580HP (426 kW) and 565Nm (419 lb-ft). The additional upgrade here are the sports catalysts and Stage II software. The price bumps to €23,999.

Stage III leads to the performance Olympus (as well the price) – 600HP (441 kW) and 590Nm (437 lb-ft). The price for this upgrade is to €26,999.

The top speed is electronically limited at 322 km/h (200 mph) in all three versions.

Source: McChip DKR

October 15, 2013

mcchip-dkr Audi TT RS Sport

Mcchip-dkr is going to work together with the company Raeder Clubsport in the divisions “motor sport” and “club sport”

For the upcoming racing season, the Mcchip-dkr will be in charge for the customer sports sector from Raeder Clubsport with software optimization and customized software solutions for individual customer needs at the site in Meuspath.

The set-up work on the cars can be carried out on one of the most advanced four-wheeln dyno in Germany. In the field of motor sports, it will be exciting for both companies because mcchip-dkr.com´s CEO Danny Kubasik will pilot the Raeder Audi TT-RS on selected races at the Nurburgring endurance championship (VLN).

Together with Elmar Deegner (Keiper/Recaro), Jurgen Wohlfarth (KW) and Christoph Breuer (Raeder Motorsport) a strong team for the SP3T car was found.

They will also dispute the legendary 24-hours race at the Nurburgring. Not just the fun is focussed: For Danny Kubasik the driver’s seat on the TTRS means software development, analysis and self-experimentation.

Source: mcchip-dkr

April 3, 2013

Mcchip-DKR Porsche 993 GT2 Turbo Widebody MC600

Mcchip-DKR has presented the highly tuned Porsche 993 GT2 Turbo 3.6 Widebody MC600. Behind this long name there is a hell of a car. Of course, the last number means the amount of power under the rear hood.

The 3.6 liter bi-turbo flat-six engine has a new engine block and rebuilt K26 turbochargers developed by PUTZ Motorsport. The result is 612HP (450 kW) and 847Nm (625 lb-ft) of torque. The power is put on the road through the rear wheels with the help of a Drexler LSD (limited-slip differential). CARGRAPHIC provided the full exhaust system including sport catalysts.

The widened Porsche rolls enormous 10J x 18” front wheels and 13J x 18” rear ones fitted with high-performance tires. The suspension comes from KW – Competition Variant 3.

The interior boasts Recaro bucket seats, safety roll-cage and some panels from carbon fiber. There are also a fire extinguisher, a STACK display with video system and data recording capabilities, along with a shift-throw reduction to the shifter.

The complete conversion costs whopping €200,000.

Source: mcchip-dkr

December 27, 2012

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