1956 Fangio Ferrari 290

On 10 December 2015, RM Sotheby’s will offer one of the most original and significant 1950s Ferrari sports-racing cars at its ‘Driven by Disruption’ sale – an ex-Works 290 MM built for Juan Manuel Fangio for the 1956 Mille Miglia…

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1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia Super

In 1972 a rationalisation of the Giulia range saw the Super 1300 (Tipo 115.09) and the Super (Tipo 105.26) re-released as the Super 1.3 and Super 1.6. The two models featured the same equipment, interior and exterior trim, differing only in engine size (1,290 cc and 1,570 cc) and final drive ratio. The 1300 Ti was dropped. A small Alfa Romeo badge on the C-pillar is a distinguishing feature, as are hubcaps with exposed wheel nuts.

 

Here is a 1974 original Giulia Nuova Super :

 

 

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Here is a highly prepared race car :

Year of manufacture : 1973
Car type : Saloon
Competition car : Yes
Drive : LHD
Interior colour : Black
Number of doors : 4
Number of seats : 5
Exterior colour : Blue
Gearbox : Manual
Performance : 160 PS / 118 kW / 158 BHP
Drivetrain : 2wd
Fuel type : Petrol

Honda to Participate in the FIA Formula One World Championship

TOKYO, Japan, May 16, 2013 - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced its decision to participate in the FIA Formula One (F1) World Championship from the 2015 season under a joint project with McLaren, the UK-based F1 corporation.

Honda will be in charge of the development, manufacture and supply of the power unit, including the engine and energy recovery system, while McLaren will be in charge of the development and manufacture of the chassis, as well as the management of the new team, McLaren Honda.

From 2014, new F1 regulations require the introduction of a 1.6 liter direct injection turbocharged V6 engine with energy recovery systems. The opportunity to further develop these powertrain technologies through the challenge of racing is central to Honda’s decision to participate in F1. Throughout its history, Honda has passionately pursued improvements in the efficiency of the internal combustion engine and in more recent years, the development of pioneering energy management technologies such as hybrid systems. Participation in F1 under these new regulations will encourage even further technological progress in both these areas. Furthermore, a new generation of Honda engineers can learn the challenges and the thrills of operating at the pinnacle of motorsport.
Commenting on this exciting development, Takanobu Ito, President and CEO of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. said:

Commenting on this exciting development, Takanobu Ito, President and CEO of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. said:
“Ever since its establishment, Honda has been a company which grows by taking on challenges in racing. Honda has a long history of advancing our technologies and nurturing our people by participating in the world’s most prestigious automobile racing series. The new F1 regulations with their significant environmental focus will inspire even greater development of our own advanced technologies and this is central to our participation in F1. We have the greatest respect for the FIA’s decision to introduce these new regulations that are both highly challenging but also attractive to manufacturers that pursue environmental technologies and to Formula One Group, which has developed F1 into a high value, top car racing category supported by enthusiastic fans. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mr. Jean Todt, the President of FIA and to Mr. Bernie Ecclestone, the CEO of Formula One Group who showed great understanding and cooperation to help realize our participation in F1 racing. The corporate slogan of Honda is “The Power of Dreams”. This slogan represents our strong desire to pursue and realize our dreams together with our customers and fans. Together with McLaren, one of the most distinguished F1 constructors, Honda will mark a new beginning in our challenges in F1.”
Also, Martin Whitmarsh, CEO of McLaren Group Limited said?

Also, Martin Whitmarsh, CEO of McLaren Group Limited said:
“The names of McLaren and Honda are synonymous with success in Formula One, and, for everyone who works for both companies, the weight of our past achievements together lies heavily on our shoulders. But it's a mark of the ambition and resolve we both share that we want once again to take McLaren Honda to the very pinnacle of Formula One success. Together we have a great legacy – and we’re utterly committed to maintaining it.”
Jean Todt, President of FIA said;

Jean Todt, President of FIA said:
"I am very happy to hear about Honda’s important decision to return to Formula One with McLaren from 2015. The introduction of the new power train next year, in the form of a 1.6 liter, 6 cylinder engine with direct injection and energy recovery, is a very exciting challenge and demonstrates a vision for the future of the sport. I am sure that Honda will become a strong contender in the years to come. ”
Bernie Ecclestone, CEO of Formula One Group said;

Bernie Ecclestone, CEO of Formula One Group said:
"It is a great pleasure to see Honda back in Formula One. Their engine technology and passion for motor sports make them a natural Formula One contender.”

History of Honda Participation in F1 Racing:
1964 - 1968:     Participated as an “all Honda” team including both the engine and chassis
1983 - 1992:     Participated as an engine supplier (Won both the driver’s and constructors’ championship titles for four consecutive years from 1988 through 1991)
2000 - 2005:     Participated as an engine supplier and joint developer of the chassis
2006 - 2008:     Participated as an “all Honda” team including both the engine and chassis

CEO of McLaren Group Limited Martin Whitmarsh
Honda President CEO Takanobu Ito

Mazda Racing by MX-5

Depuis maintenant plus de 20 ans, le Mazda MX-5 est une référence dans le monde de l'automobile en incarnant le véhicule plaisir abordable.

Mais ce roadster sait faire parler de lui avec des séries très limitées et exclusives qui le rendent encore plus désirable. C'est le cas avec le Racing by MX-5 !

Seuls 25 exemplaires numérotés de Racing by MX-5 sont disponibles en France. Une chose est sûre, il n'y en aura peut être pas pour tout le monde…

Le Racing by MX-5 : c'est avant tout un style unique ; subtil mélange de sport et d'élégance.

Il se distingue notamment par une décoration spéciale du plus bel effet à l'aide de bandes grises/rouges ou encore par un toit rétractable et des rétroviseurs « noir brillant ». Pour renforcer ce côté « racing », cette édition limitée est aussi dotée d'un diffuseur arrière, de sorties d'échappement chromées de plus gros diamètre et de jantes alliage 17'' couleur « Gunmetal » affirmant son style sportif.

Une fois à bord, une ambiance exclusive attend l'heureux conducteur. La sellerie cuir, grise avec surpiqûres rouges, les cerclages rouges des contours d'aérateurs ou les tapis de sol spécifiques contrastent parfaitement avec le style extérieur et mettent en avant le côté 'chic' et 'Sport' de la série limitée Racing by MX-5 .

Sur la route, tout le plaisir d'un roadster léger à propulsion est bien là. Il est même décuplé par l'atmosphère créée par le Racing by MX-5 !

Grâce au moteur 2.0L 160 ch, à la suspension sport Bilstein® et au différentiel à glissement limité Torsen®, vous pourrez profiter pleinement de chaque instant à son volant.

Pour les 25 acquéreurs de cette exclusive série limitée, Mazda sera heureux d'offrir une superbe et très exclusive photographie signée et numérotée par le photographe DINGO .

Profitez des clichés et de la vidéo réalisés par Dingo, vous serez forcément séduit par cette nouvelle édition Racing by MX-5, résolument chic et sport!

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Audi dévoile ses équipes pour les 24 Heures du Mans

Audi mise sur l’expérience de ses pilotes pour les prochaines 24 Heures du Mans : une formation identique à celle de 2010 sera au volant des trois nouvelles Audi R18. Les 11 et 12 juin, le team Audi remettra en jeu son triplé historique des 24 Heures du Mans 2010.

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NISSAN AND NISMO UNVEIL 2011 MOTORSPORTS ACTIVITY PLAN

YOKOHAMA (Feb. 14, 2011) - Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. and Nissan Motorsports International Co., Ltd.(NISMO) today announced their 2011 global motorsports program.
For 2011, Nissan continues its participation in the SUPER GT series, GT500 class, which is the highest level in Japanese domestic motorsports, with the Nissan GT-R.
In addition, Nissan will again provide technical support to private teams through NISMO, competing with a total of 4 Nissan GT-Rs in the FIA GT1 World Championship in its second year.
Nissan will further support grassroots activities through a driver scholarship program and support for private racing teams.

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McLaren MP4-12C

15 years since a McLaren F1 GTR famously won the gruelling Le Mans 24 Hours race on its debut, McLaren has begun development work to turn the new MP4-12C into a limited volume of GT3 racing cars. These will be available in time for 2012 GT3 championships.

With its revolutionary, carbon fibre MonoCell, the 12C is proving to be a natural platform on which to develop a race-winning car.

We would encourage interest from professional race teams who would like to be amongst the first to own and race the latest GT car from McLaren.

ULTIMATE CAR FOR THE CORE MAKET
The McLaren MP4?12C is a high performance two-seat mid-engine model in the ‘core’ sports car market sector for cars costing between £125,000 and £175,000.

“Worldwide demand for high performance cars is strong, in large part because of great cars from great competitors. With McLaren joining that list, it will grow stronger still. What we are offering is a new approach to the market,” said Ron Dennis, McLaren Automotive Chairman.

V8 ENGINE PERFORMANCE
The McLaren MP4?12C is powered by a twin-turbocharged, 3.8 litre 90° V8 engine - the ‘M838T’. This marks the start of a new era in ‘core’ segment sports cars ? smaller capacity, lighter weight, higher efficiency and more economical power units. The engine has the highest specific power output in its segment which, when allied to its low weight carbon composite chassis, delivers exemplary power- and torque- to weight ratios.

‘M838T’ is a unique McLaren power unit, developed specifically for the 12C. It is compact, lightweight, very stiff, and offers an uncompromising combination of high performance and good driveability with excellent economy and CO2 emission values.

INSIDE STORY
Packaging was fundamental to the McLaren MP4?12C design challenge. Externally, the car had to be compact, yet internally it had to offer an unparalleled driver and passenger environment where comfort and driving enjoyment were not compromised.

“With the interior, we have created a real step forward in the packaging of a sports car. Moving the driver and passenger closer together improves driving control, but comfort levels are segment-leading” said Frank Stephenson, McLaren Automotive Design Director.

CARBON ORIGINAL
The McLaren MP4?12C MonoCell, or ‘tub’, not only brings dynamic benefits, but also offers fundamental engineering opportunities that form the basis of the car’s unique character. It has been designed to allow a much narrower structure overall which in turn contributes to a more compact car that is easier to position on the road and more rewarding to drive.

This is the first time a car in this market segment has been based around such a strong and lightweight racing car engineering solution and the first time any car has ever featured a one-piece carbon fibre structure. This step change in sports car design means that the 12C introduces new standards not just in handling, ride and outright performance, but also economy and practicality in an already very competitive sector.

PROACTIVE CHASSIS CONTROL
The suspension for the McLaren MP4?12C breaks new ground, offering hitherto unseen levels of roll control and grip.

The car’s extreme levels of dynamic handling performance would normally imply a rock-hard ride, but the 12C delivers compliance and ride comfort more akin to an executive saloon car. The mix of occupant cosseting and sporting potential is truly unique. The 12C offers the driver both class-leading ride comfort and class-leading track performance.

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Ford Focus race car concept

DEBUT: NEXT FORD GLOBAL TOURING RACE CAR
Los Angeles — Ford Motor Company is putting racing on the map at the 2010 Los Angeles International Auto Show with the debut of the Focus race car concept, demonstrating future potential for the all-new 2012 Ford Focus to compete in road and touring car championships with teams around the world.

The Focus race car concept is a dramatic example of Ford’s global approach to product development and builds on the company’s comprehensive approach to leveraging its global product platforms.

This race car concept, powered by the sophisticated 2.0-liter Ford EcoBoost I-4 engine, is the first to benefit from a collaborative effort between Ford and race teams around the world that have already built and raced successful Focus race cars. The Focus race car concept has been based around rules governing circuit racing in the United States and beyond.

“This teamwork has resulted in a global racing platform using a common Focus body and a safety cage built to [Federation Internationale de L’Automobile]regulations—a competitive platform that can be tailored for regional competition, based on different rules,” said Jost Capito, director of Global Performance Vehicles and Motorsport Business Development. “By leveraging our collective experience and Ford technology worldwide, this approach parallels our global dedication to the Focus production car and specifically its exciting performance derivative, the new Focus ST, to deliver a competitive race car that can be campaigned around the world.”

Using the all-new Focus as its base, the Focus race car concept features AST performance coil-over adjustable dampers, Ford Racing upgraded sway bars with adjustable end links and front brakes with 320-millimeter two-piece rotors and race pads. The Anthracite 18-inch wheels and Hoosier race tires put the finishing touches on the exterior.

In addition to the FIA Super 2000 regulations roll cage, interior components include a Recaro racing seat, AIM MXL Pista data system and AIM SmartyCam. Ford Racing fire suppression system and Ford Racing six-point safety harness round out the modifications that bring the car from street-spec to race-ready.

“There has been tremendous interest from the racing world in the new Focus, and it’s the perfect fit for a global touring car,” said Capito. “Even more, by working with professional private race teams, we’re ensuring Focus has the support it needs to compete and win around the world.”

BENEFITS WILL STRETCH BEYOND THE TRACK
Professional private race teams are partnering with Ford to develop common technical specifications for the race car, which will conform to FIA Super 2000 regulations with potential to adopt to other regulations.

The teams are being brought together by Ford to harness their strengths and define roles for the development of the race car. Ford will also support the race teams by providing data, advanced engineering tools, state-of-the-art testing facilities and production parts, resulting in teams racing more competitive cars that are developed with greater efficiency.

“Ford’s commitment to using motorsports to influence high-performance vehicles will be highly evident, as the development of the Focus touring car will also provide valuable input as we develop the upcoming Focus ST production car,” said Capito. “It’s very similar to how the Mustang team was able to apply learnings from the Ford Racing Boss 302R to the 2012 Mustang Boss 302.”

The first race appearance for the Focus is targeted for the 2011 British Touring Car Championship. Globally, the race car has the potential to run in many national and regional championships, such as the China Touring Car Championship and 24-hour endurance races like the classic Nürburgring in Germany.

NEW GLOBAL FOCUS HAS IT ALL
The new Focus is the result of a global product development program bringing together Ford’s best engineers and technology from around the world. The new Focus will be sold in 122 markets worldwide and manufactured in Ford plants in Asia, Europe and North America.

All Focus models sold in North America will be powered by Ford’s most advanced naturally aspirated engine ever: a new, 2.0-liter gasoline engine equipped with direct injection and twin independent variable camshaft timing—two important fuel-saving technologies. A six-speed PowerShift automatic transmission will be offered.

A Focus ST version also will be available, boasting exhilarating performance and an addictive sound. Ford’s first global high-performance model, scheduled for 2012 launch and developed by Ford’s global performance vehicles team, will deliver a 2.0-liter EcoBoost I-4 engine, lowered chassis, high-performance brakes and unique suspension tuning. The standard transmission for Focus ST is a six-speed manual, optimized with sporting ratios matched to the performance characteristics of the engine.

Ford’s North American engineering team is targeting fuel economy of 40 mpg highway for the most efficient Focus model, equipped with an automatic transmission. The new Focus will also offer North American consumers a full suite of Ford technology—including Ford Sync, MyFord Touch, in-car Wi-Fi capability, active park assist and rear view camera.

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H&R Special Springs Partners with BMW Motorsport

Just in time for the 25th anniversary of the BMW M3, H&R has become BMW Motorsport’s technical partner. H&R’s partnership with BMW Motorsport kicks off a great year of racing for 2010 with the new H&R equipped 2010 BMW M3 GT2. The new BMW M3 GT2 will race at the world famous 24 Hours Nürburgring, 24 Hours of Le Mans, and at the Spa 24 Hours.

The technology and development expertise garnered at the top level of international motor sport directly translates to suspension components for street use. Rigorous on-track testing and development, and ultimately success, is one of the most important steps in the development process of a modern suspension—and is one of H&R’s secrets to its success.

H&R strictly operates according to DIN EN ISO 9001:2008 quality standards of course. Today H&R employs over 100 motivated and superbly trained staff who design, develop and manufacture springs, shock absorbers, TRAK+® Wheel Spacers, Sport Sway Bars, and other suspension components for customers all around the world.

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Debut: New Volkswagen Polo Cup India to be launched in June

The first season of the Volkswagen Polo Cup India will start on 19 June 2010 in the country that is home to Volkswagen India: A city street race in Pune will be the inaugural event of the new one-make cup. A total of six races on three different race tracks are on the calendar.

One race per month is planned for the period between June and November. Besides the inaugural events in Pune, the circuits in Chennai and Coimbatore will be the venues of the Indian Polo Cup featuring identical Racing Polo cars powered by 96-kW 1.6-litre diesel engines. The Cup Polo is the first racing car in India to sport diesel technology.

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