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  • Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG [video]

    Mercedes-Benz AMG has published a nice video with Lewis Hamilton testing the high-performance A45 AMG.

    The hot hatchback is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 360HP (265 kW) at 6,000RPM and 450Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque at 2,250RPM.  0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (electronically limited). The engine is mated to an AMG SPEED SHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission with three driving programs, double-declutching function and Race Start.

    Hamilton is really impressed by the smallest AMG saying that the throttle response is as sensitive like in a Formula 1 car. This is may be true, but the acceleration, handling and everything else is far away from an F1 car.

    Enjoy the video!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gp-cVyiRbTA

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    Source: Mercedes-Benz

  • 2010 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – Results

    Sebastian Vettel is the new F1 world champion. He has 1st crossed the finish line in Abu Dhabi and won 25 points, which ensured his top position for this season.

    Vettel had even more luck, when his opponent for the title – Fernando Alonso was stuck on 7th place and won just 6 points. The main reason was Vitaly Petrov in a Renault and after the finish Alonso let his emotions as he gesticulated angrily at Russian Petrov after the chequered flag.

    Mark Webber finished just 8th and in the championship 3rd. (more…)

  • 2010 Brazilian Grand Prix – Results

    Red Bull made it, they finally managed to secure their first place in constructors world championship, after this Sunday at Interlagos.

    “To do this after six seasons is great,” commented team boss Christian Horner on BBC.

    Mark Webber finished second in Brazil and he is 8 points behind Fernando Alonso. Remember, that there is only one race to go – Abu Dhabi finale.

    Sebastian Vettel stole the first position and now he is 15 points behind the leader and Lewis Hamilton finished in 4th place, so he is 24 points behind. (more…)

  • 2010 Korean Grand Prix – results and comments

    The Korean Grand Prix was extremely interesting. The leader Mark Webber lost his 14-point lead with a crash on the wet track and his Red Bull teammate Sebastian Vettel failed, too. He had a major problem with the engine of the Renault.

    “Totally my mistake,” commented Mark Webber after his crash, which also took out Nico Rosberg.

    The new championship leader is Fernando Alonso, who went 11 points ahead of Webber with two races to go.

    The third in the championship is Lewis Hamilton, who has finished second in Korea. He is 21 points behind. (more…)

  • 2010 Singapore Grand Prix – “… and the winner is Fernando Alonso”

    Fernando Alonso won Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday night. His teammate – Sebastian Vettel went on second place and third is Mark Webber, who extended his lead to 11 points.

    Mark Webber’s closest challenger is now Fernando Alonso, who has won the last two races from pole position.

    Hamilton’s MP4-25 came off worse, and he came close to writing off his title chances after retiring at mid-distance. “Let’s just hope myself or Jenson can do it,” said the 2008 world champion, who remains five points ahead of teammate Jenson Button’s sister car. ” (more…)

  • McLaren MP4-12C at Goodwood Festival of Speed

    McLaren MP4-12C is may be the most eagerly expected car in the world. It will be presented for the first time to a public audience at Goodwood Festival of Speed. The event takes place from Thursday 1- Sunday 4 July 2010.

    Current Formula 1 World Champion – Jenson Button and 2008 Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton will drive the MP4-12C up Goodwood Hill on Saturday and Sunday respectively in the Supercar Run.

    The prototype was tested at Goodwood Motor Circuit in March this year. The VP9 Validation Prototype car, which will be driven by Jenson and Lewis is finished in traditional McLaren Orange. (more…)

  • Lagonda V12 Prototype gets the gold at Double Twelve

    The inaugural Brooklands Motoring Festival: The Double Twelve, which took place over 28/29 June, was a resounding success with almost 15,000 visitors attending over the weekend. (more…)