Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Underground Racing R2 Altechno— Top Speed Record [video]

The extremely powerful Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Underground Racing R2 Altechno with 2000HP (1470 kW) driven by Leonid set a new absolute top speed record for Unlim 500+. It recorded a terminal speed of 402.68 km/h (250.27 mph).

Of course, the start didn’t go without problems. Just a few meters before the 1 mile mark, the tuned Gallardo catch fire. The reason for this disaster is unknown, but hopefully this Gallardo will come back at the race track very soon to set sensational records.

Actually, the same car has a lot more spectacular result, when it crossed the 1 mile mark in just 21.852 seconds with terminal speed of around 427 km/h (265 mph). Still, this is not an official result and until something like that happens, the record will be 402 km/h (250 mph).

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfbXK20tJnU

Source: Dragtimesinfo

September 20, 2013

Lamborghini Gallardo Underground Racing R2 2005 HP — 1 mile in 21.852 seconds

4 mile in less than 8 seconds.

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-AM6P9gAmA

Source: Dragtimesinfo

July 23, 2013

2012 Peugeot 208 R2 – Price

Peugeot has announced the new 208 R2 rally car, which will make its official debut at the Tour de Corse on May 10th.

“With the 208, Peugeot has given itself the means to create a new motoring icon,” commented Peugeot’s Range Director Laurent Blanchet at the model’s launch.

“The 208 carries over the successful spirit of the 205 and the 206, plus the functionality of the 207 in a thoroughly modern package,” added Xavier Peugeot, the Brand’s Product Director.

The racing car comes with a lot of upgrades including a new sport suspension with adjustable Ohlins dampers and a rally-specific hydraulic steering system. The brake system has been also revised by installing Alcon big brake kit. The interior received a roll cage and a pair of Sparco bucket seats.

208 R2 is powered by a naturally-aspirated 1.6-liter engine with 188HP (138 kW) and 190Nm (140 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 5-speed sequential transmission which sends power to the ground via a limited slip differential on the front wheels.

The price for this toy is starts at €37 500 and the fully-built models will be €57 500.

Source: Peugeot

May 7, 2012

Twingo Renaultsport R2 Evo

Justin Dale and -driver Andrew Bargery will drive a Twingo Renaultsport R2 Evolution on the opening round of the 2012 MSA British Rally Championship. The race car is based on the successful 1.6 litre model, but it doesn’t have many familiarities. The road going car is entirely modified to meet all rally regulations.

Dale has already complimented the Twingo, having driven Pajunen’s car at a sponsor’s day last year and the R1 variant at this year’s BRC Media Day. He and Bargery will team up after last contesting the BRC in a Clio in 2006 to showcase the new Twingo R2 Evo, which will make its UK debut on the Dorset & Hampshire based event.

Renault UK’s recent registration to this year’s British Manufacturers Rally Championship and the new Twingo Renaultsport Trophy coupled with around a third of the entries on this year’s opening round, underlines the French marque’s commitment to UK rallying.

“We are keen to show off the new Evo version of the Twingo R2 and evaluate its performance on gravel. The British Rally Championship’s move to a two wheel drive formula is important to Renault and we intend to be at the forefront with our range of cars,” commented Renault Sport Technologies Sales Manager Jean-Pascal Jocou, who will attend the event to keep an eye on not only Dale’s progress, but all the Renault competitors.

Rallye Sunseeker International starts on Poole Quay on Friday 24^th February at 18.00hrs with stages throughout Saturday in the forests north of Bournemouth.

Source: Renault

February 14, 2012

Twingo Renaultsport R2

RenaultSport has announced a special version of Twingo. R2 Trophy will run alongside the MSA British Rally Championship, following each event across England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man from 2012.

The car is based on the 133HP Twingo Renaultsport and is aimed at budget conscious buyers, coming in the form of motorsport kits featuring all the required parts.

“Renault Sport Technologies intensifies its presence in UK rallying and the creation of a Trophy for Twingo in R1 and R2 categories makes me very happy. The remarkable road holding abilities of Twingo Renaultsport 133 will help young rally drivers to compete in a national championship, at an affordable price. This new trophy will reinforce the image of Renaultsport cars in the UK market which is extremely important for our brand and where Renault Sport Technologies has been enjoying a constant growth in the recent years.”, commented RENAULT Sport Technologies’ CEO, Patrice Ratti.