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  • Global Touring Cars Launches New Motorsport Series

    Global-Touring-Cars-Ford-Focus-THUMBGlobal Touring Cars is launching new motorsport series that are promised to provide competitive racing and fierce competition, exhilarating 500 horsepower (368 kW) from a V8 powertrain, proven and clearly defined package.

    With the series, the brand wants to bring the focus back on serious affordable racing. The GTC cars will offer performance, looks or build quality for the mid-sized saloon car bodies. The 500 hp V8-powered spaceframed race cars are designed by Australian-based Paul Ceprnich.

    They are equipped with sequential-shift gearboxes, while the bodyshell and the spaceframe has been designed to accept Original Equipment body panels based on versions of most saloon or hatchback-sized vehicles. In this way, eight-cylinder and rear-wheel drive versions of everyday cars becomes reality.

    What is specific here is that the cars will be mechanically identical and its design is created in such way to fit a variety of body panels, such as the presented Ford Focus here. Global Touring Car Series will have US run, but will also expand globally via franchise.

    Global Touring Cars Ford Focus
    Global Touring Cars Ford Focus
    Global Touring Cars Ford Focus
    Global Touring Cars Ford Focus
    Global Touring Cars Ford Focus

    Source: Global Touring Cars

  • Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit

    Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit

    Expression Motorsport has introduced a new wide body kit for the C-Class Coupe. The current project is based on the mighty C 63 AMG, which looks just fantastic.

    The sports luxurious coupe comes with complete aerodynamics wide body kit including a new front bumper with a carbon fiber front lip spoiler and LED daytime running lights. There are also enlarged hood vents and extended fender flares providing space for bigger rims and wider tires. The rear gets a  trunk-mounted lid spoiler and a new rear bumper with a carbon fiber diffuser.

    No words about pricing.

    Mercedes-Benz     C 63 AMG is powered by a 6.2 liter V8 with 457HP (336 kW) at 6,800RPM and 600Nm (444 lb-ft) of torque at 5,000RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. The curb weight is 1730kg.

    Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit
    Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit
    Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit
    Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit
    Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit
    Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit
    Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit
    Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit
    Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit
    Expression Motorsport Mercedes C-Class Coupe Wide Bodykit

    Source: Expression Motorsport

  • 2013 NASCAR Chevrolet SS Unveiled

    2013 NASCAR Chevrolet SS has been finally unveiled and with this Chevrolet opened a new chapter in its racing history. The racing car is powered by the famous small block V-8 engine and it is a rear-wheel drive performance sedan.

    As a matte of fact, the all-new rear wheel drive V-8 Chevrolet SS performance sedan will debut early next year. Furthermore, the Chevrolet SS is going to be the next in a long line of famed nameplates that Chevrolet has campaigned in NASCAR and it is going to replace Impala, which scored 151 wins from 1959-64 and 2007-12.

    On the other hand, the limited production version of the Chevrolet SS is envisioned to be a 2014 model and we are going to see it in the showrooms in the end of next year. The brand has long used the SS (Super Sport) designation on high-performance models of some of its most enduring nameplates.

    The SS designation was firstly introduced with the appearance of a Corvette prototype race car in 1957. Moreover, the first production vehicle with a SS optional package was the 1961 Impala. The car included enhanced chassis and suspension, power brakes, a steering column mounted tachometer and unique wheels and tires. Two years ago the SS designation returned to the Chevrolet lineup with the debut of the fifth-generation Camaro.

    Another interesting fact is that Chevrolet has 702 victories in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series so far. No other manufacturer has achieved such number. Going back in time Fonty Flock earned the first win on March 26, 1955, at Columbia, S.C. This month at Texas Motor Speedway, the five-time series champion Jimmie Johnson achieved Chevrolet’s 700th victory.

    Source: Chevrolet


  • Subaru BRZ by Possum Bourne Motorsport

    Subaru and Possum Bourne Motorsport (PBMS) teamed up to create a special track-ready BRZ. The sports car features all goodies that you need, if you are going at the race track. This includes a rollcage, Recaro seats, 6-point seatbelts, carbon fiber lightweight elements and some other improvements.

    However, this is only the entry level kit, but there are two more. The mid-range kit adds Recaro winged-HANS seats, a full brake package including AP front and rear discs and calipers and an STI handbrake. The mid-range package also features some suspension improments and a set of 8J x 18” Enkei Enkei lightweight wheels fitted with Pirelli P-Zero Trofeo R motorsport tires.

    If this is not enough, you can always get the top-of-the-line package adding a full performance parts kit with engine and gearbox upgrades. What is more, the PBMS offers a custom paintjob and can completely strip the car to lower its weight.

    “We’re delighted to display the PBMS BRZ motorsport project car. This car will take the BRZ thrill to a whole new level for those that want some serious trackwork.”, commented Subaru Australia Managing Director, Nick Senior.

    “There’s a massive level of interest among motorsport fans, so we’re keen to tap into that market. From day one we have always imagined the BRZ would appeal to the ‘weekend warriors’ – people who enjoy club level motorsport activities. PBMS has developed packages that will appeal to these enthusiasts. It is a company that has developed an international reputation for excellence in engineering and fastidiousness in attention to detail.”, he added.

    Possum Bourne Motorsport Subaru BRZ
    Possum Bourne Motorsport Subaru BRZ
    Possum Bourne Motorsport Subaru BRZ
    Possum Bourne Motorsport Subaru BRZ

    Source: Subaru

  • BBM Motorsport Volkswagen Scirocco

    BBM Motorsport is specializing in chip tuning, although the company is just five years old, they have a lot of experience in this field. The BBM Motorsport company is stemmed from Björn Berlemann (owner of the BB Chiptuning) and Marcel Wiechmann (co- owner of the ARTEVO Performance).

    BBS offers engine optimization software for premium brands like , BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Seat, Skoda and Volkswagen. They also offer a wide range of tuning spare parts tools and accessories for the improvement of performance.

    The company also offers big brake system in order to grant additional safety. Those who prefer to change the outside appearance will find a wide range of BBM wheels or will get an advice on car wrapping foil for greater optic changes. All items are offered for direct purchase and can include installment.

    An interesting option is that the customers can test the offered improvement of performance by BBM for three days with no strings attached, and in case of eventual withdrawal pay a low administration fee.

    A new master shop for wear and tear repairs is the BBM Motorsport’s new support. Each customer’s vehicle is supervised here by Dorian Beer, a master of car bodywork who optimally carries out the inspection or specific repair works.

    Marcel Wiechmann and Björn Berlemann’s team is available workdays – 10:00 to 18:00, and also on Saturdays upon request.

    BBM Scirocco
    BBM Scirocco
    BBM Motorsport
    BBM Motorsport Volkswagen Scirocco
    BBM Motorsport Volkswagen Scirocco

    Source: BBM

  • Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 exclusively in Forza Motorsport 3

    Just a month before the 24 Hours of Le Mans race, Spyker, the hand-built exotic cars manufacturer in collaboration with Xbox is sticking in some of the incredibly thrilling and passionate spirit of the iconic competition into Xbox 360’s ultra-successful monstrous racing game, Forza Motorsport 3. (more…)

  • BMW Z4 Roadster HAMANN

    During the spring more and more people search for open-top cars, because of the unique style, which they provide. Just in time, HAMANN Motorsport presents a full tuning programme for BMW Z4 Roadster – E89. There are a huge variety of options.

    Hamann offers a full body kit for the sports car, which include front spoiler with two integrated LED day lamps, striking side skirts, spoiler mounted on the tailgate and a new rear apron. (more…)

  • BMW M3 GTS officially announced

    BMW M3 GTS is ready to hit the market in spring 2010. The new lightweight model GTS is based on BMW M3 Coupe. The car is mainly hand-built by the most skilled craftsmen at BMW M GmbH. (more…)

  • Race Retro Announces 2010 Dates And Alfa Romeo Celebrations

    Organiser Live Promotions has announced that Race Retro, the international historic motorsport show, will be held from Friday 12th to Sunday 14th March 2010, returning to Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire. After its extremely successful first year as owners, Live has also chosen the Alfa Romeo as its celebrated marque as the Italian manufacturer celebrates its centenary year. (more…)

  • Supreme Performance, Exclusive Style: The BMW M3 Edition Models

    Powerful, aesthetic design, supreme performance and exclusive style – the unique characteristics of the BMW M3 are now available in highly attractive Edition Models focusing on the most outstanding highlights of these outstanding cars.

    Based on the BMW M3 Coupé, the M3 Edition Models offer a choice of no less than four highly individual cars boasting perfectly harmonised modifications in body design and interior features as well as special light-alloy wheels and an even lower chassis. (more…)

  • BMW and MotorSport Vision

    M is the most powerful and evocative letter in the BMW alphabet. The character that denotes BMW’s motorsport history and its prowess in developing road-going sports cars now enters a new chapter in its history.

    In a first for BMW UK, the marque has teamed up with MotorSport Vision (MSV) to offer a package of high octane ‘M’ car thrills on some of Europe’s best circuits. Now anyone can drive the class-leading BMW M3 as part of MSV’s RaceMaster experience. (more…)

  • Science Minister To Promote 1,000mph Lsr Car Project

    The Motorsport Industry Association (MIA) has invited Lord Drayson, Minister of State for Science and Innovation and bio fuel Aston Martin racer, to use the platform of the Autosport International Show at the NEC, Birmingham (January 8-12) to champion the 1,000mph BLOODHOUND SSC World Land Speed Record project. He will explain its relevance to the UK motorsport industry at this time and its primary aim of inspiring young people to take up careers in engineering and science. (more…)