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  • Lada Granta TC1 Take Place in 2014 WTCC

    Lada will take place in the 2014 WTCC with the all-new Granta TC1 Race Car.

    The Russian automaker entered in this competition for the first time in 2008 with two 110 models. For this year, there are three Granta TC1 Race cars, which will be driven by Rob Huff, James Thompson and Mikhail Kozlovskiy. The best result of Lada was last year when Thompson finished 5th place at home in Russia.

    2014 Lada Granta TC1 Race Car is powered by a 1.6 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 380HP (283 kW). There is also an aggressive and wide body kit with extended wheel arches and updated aerodynamics including a different rear wing. There is also a set of 18” alloy wheels fitted with track tires as well as a sports suspension sitting 20mm closer to the ground. The curb weight is just 1,150 kg (2,535 lbs), which is 50kg lighter than its predecessor.

    Source: Lada

  • Citroen C-Elysee WTCC – 380HP and 400Nm

    Citroen has unveiled the C-Elysee WTCC, which is going to take place in 2014 World Touring Car Championship. The race car will be the very first vehicle to be designed in accordance with the new regulations, currently being prepared by the FIA for the category next year.

    “Choosing C-Elysee as the basis for our WTCC car reflects very clearly our determination to use racing as an active means of supporting our commercial development. With rounds in Latin America, Morocco, China and Russia, the WTCC race calendar is genuinely global, and it will be a real advantage to run a C-Elysee, a key driver of our growth, in front of large crowds of enthusiastic motorsport fans.”, commented Frédéric Banzet, CEO of the Citroën Brand.

    The exterior boasts an integrated aerodynamic splitter, modified front bumper, widened front and rear wings as well as stylish rear wing. There is also a set of 18” super-light alloy wheels fitted with performance racing tires.

    The power is coming from a 1.6 liter turbocharged engine with 380HP (279 kW) at 6,000RPM and 400Nm (296 lb-ft) at 4,500 RPM of torque. The curb weight is just 1,100 kg (including the driver).

    After making its first track outing a few days ago, Citroen C-Elysee WTCC has now begun a programme of development tests. The car will make its first public appearance at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (12-22 September).

    Citroen C-Elysee WTCC
    Citroen C-Elysee WTCC

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – C-Elysée WTCC

    CHASSIS
    Structure Reinforced body with welded, multi-point roll cage
    Bodywork Steel and composite fibre
    ENGINE
    Type Citroën Racing – 1.6-litre turbocharged direct injection engine
    Bore x stroke 82×75.5mm
    Capacity 1,598cc
    Maximum power 380bhp at 6,000rpm
    Maximum torque 400Nm at 4,500rpm
    Specific output 237.8bhp/litre
    Distribution Double overhead camshaft
    4 valves per cylinder
    Fuel feed Direct injection controlled by Magneti Marelli unit
    CLUTCH
    Type Carbon-fibre twin-disk
    TRANSMISSION
    Type Front-wheel drive
    Gearbox Sadev six-speed sequential – Manual control
    Differentials Mechanical self-locking differential
    BRAKES
    Front 380mm ventilated discs with four-piston callipers
    Rear 300mm ventilated discs, with two-piston callipers
    Distribution Adjustable from cockpit
    SUSPENSION
    Type MacPherson (front and rear)
    Shock absorbers Adjustable
    STEERING
    Type Hydraulic power-assisted steering
    WHEELS
    Dimensions 10×18-inch wheels – Yokohama tyres (Ø 660 x 275)
    DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT AND CAPACITIES
    Length/width 4,577mm/1,950mm
    Wheel base 2,700mm
    Track 1,750mm (front and rear)
    Fuel tank 50 litres
    Weight 1,100kg with driver (regulations)

    Source: Citroen

  • Ford Focus WTCC Limited Edition Road Car

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    World Touring Car Championship (WTCC) race team Arena has announced their special edition Ford Focus. The car is based on Focus Zetec S and comes with a number of upgrades.

    WTCC Focus is powered by a 1.6-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine that has been equipped with a Mountune MP200 upgrade package. The power is 202HP (149 kW) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox with Mountune Short Shift Gear Selector.

    Other upgrades include a stainless steel sports exhaust system and 18” Rimstock Pro Race wheels with Yokohama Advan Sport tires.

    Check out the specs below.

    Ford Focus WTCC Limited Edition
    Ford Focus WTCC Limited Edition
    Ford Focus WTCC Limited Edition
    Ford Focus WTCC Limited Edition
    Ford Focus WTCC Limited Edition
    Ford Focus WTCC Limited Edition
    Ford Focus WTCC Limited Edition

    Ford Focus WTCC Limited Edition Specification:

    Base car : Ford Focus Zetec S 5-door hatchback finished in Frost White with privacy glass, enhanced with World Touring Car Replica Stripe Kit and Replica Decals

    Engine : Ford 1.6 turbocharged ‘EcoBoost’ engine with Mountune MP200 Engine Upgrade producing 202ps / 320Nm torque

    Gearbox : Manual 6 Speed with Mountune Short Shift Gear Selector

    Wheels : Rimstock Pro Race 1.3 18” x 8.5 with WTCC centre caps

    Tyres : 235/40/ZR18 Yokohama Advan Sport

    Exhaust : Stainless Steel Powerflow CAT back rear silencer and tail pipe

    Interior: Carbon Fibre-look Centre Console

    Focus WTCC Mats & Boot Liner

    Focus WTCC Sill Kick Plate

    Focus WTCC Key Fob

    Focus WTCC Tax Disc Holder

    Source: Ford

  • WTCC 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6 turbo

    Chevrolet had an awesome racing year and now it is time for 2011 WTCC Cruze to be taken on another season after its victorious run. The brand won both the Drivers’ and Manufacturers’ cups in the 2010 WTCC with the Cruze.

    For this season, Chevrolet has unveiled the 2011 spec version, which meets FIA’s regulations.

    The most important is the switching from naturally aspirated 2.0 liter engines to turbocharged 1.6 liter units.

    So, the 2011 WTCC Chevrolet Cruze now comes with a 1.6 liter turbocharged petrol with 310PS (228 kW) and 335Nm (247 lb-ft) of torque. The car is completely redesigned to put in order the new cooling and ancillary engine systems, front suspension, brakes, aerodynamics and weight distribution.

    The driver lineup includes world champion Yvan Muller and Rob Huff.

    The 2011 WTCC Chevrolet Cruze will make its debut next weekend in Brazil at the Curitiba race.

    2011 Chevrolet Cruze WTCC in Jerez
    2011 Chevrolet Cruze WTCC in Jerez

    Source: Chevrolet Europe

  • Exclusive Chevrolet Spark livery by Jose Rocha

    At the Young Creative Chevrolet (YCC) competition 2010, Jose Rocha, a student from the ESTG-IPVC school in Portugal took the prestigious Visuals Arts award with its “edgy and aggressive” art design for Chevrolet Spark. (more…)

  • Lamborghini announces The Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo – the world’s fastest one-make series

    Lamborghini Blancpain Super TrofeoAutomobili Lamborghini has today announced The Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo – the world’s fastest one-make series. The series will debut in May 2009, and feature Lamborghini’s Super Trofeo: a lightweight version of the Gallardo LP 560-4 super sports car launched earlier this year. (more…)