Mercedes-AMG is Reportedly Working on a Bugatti Fighter |
- Mercedes-AMG is Reportedly Working on a Bugatti Fighter
- Formula E Reveals Bold New Look for 2016 Race Cars
- British Automaker Bounces Back from Bankruptcy with Retro BMW-Powered Roadster
- Watch the 24 Hours of Spa Live Streaming Online
- Poll: Dodge Journey or Hyundai Santa Fe?
- IIHS Study Reveals Red Light Cameras Save Lives
Mercedes-AMG is Reportedly Working on a Bugatti Fighter Posted: A Mercedes-AMG Bugatti fighter is reportedly under development. With the Mercedes-AMG GT R having been officially introduced, rumors are spreading that the German automaker has something even more serious coming up. Called R50, the megacar is set to take on the likes of the Bugatti Chiron and other exotics from Lamborghini and Ferrari, weighing around 2,900 pounds while packing 1,300 horsepower. If that doesn't sound crazy enough, the R50 reportedly uses a hybrid powertrain with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine combined with a pair of electric motors. To get all the power to the ground, it will have a sophisticated four-wheel steering system along with an adaptive suspension to make it a true track warrior. SEE ALSO: Mercedes-AMG to Boost CLA45, GLA45 to 400 HP Digital Trends, citing German publication Autobild, says that the new model will borrow styling cues from the CLK GTR and you can expect to see a huge carbon fiber rear spoiler for aerodynamics. It will be interesting to see if a turbocharged four-cylinder engine can really help provide a 1,300-hp total system output when combined with two electric motors that will make 150 hp a piece. That means the turbo-four engine will be tuned to around 1,000 hp, and while that isn't totally out of the question, it's not an easy thing to do reliably. The good news is, we might not have to wait long to see if these rumors are true. The R50, if it is indeed real, will make its official debut next year to coincide with AMG's 50th birthday. Estimated pricing is around $2.2-million to $3.3-million, making it quite the exclusive, limited edition car. [Source: Digital Trends] Discuss this story on our Mercedes-Benz Forum Loading, please wait... |
Formula E Reveals Bold New Look for 2016 Race Cars Posted: Formula E has introduced a new look for its third race season that is set to kick off this October. The race series has introduced a new front wing for the 2016/2017 race season that helps make the fully electric single-seater race car look even more aggressive. The two-tier wing also helps ensure Formula E racers are unique, creating a look that is different than any other race car out there. This season will also be the first time that teams are allowed to make changes to their race cars, and the cars will not only be better but lighter as well. Power output this year will remain at 200 kW, although it will increase to 220 kW next year and 250 kW for the fifth year of competition. The regenerative braking level will also increase from 100 kW to 150 kW while weight drops slightly from 888 kilograms to 880 kg. SEE ALSO: Watch a Stuntman Execute a Perfect Backflip Over a Speeding Formula E Car The first public debut for the new Formula E race cars will take place during a group test at Donington Park on August 23. "Formula E aims to be different, and this new front wing creates a look that's different to every other car out there," said Formula E CEO Alejandro Agag. "I think this is a great addition to our car and further emphasizes the fact that this is a modern, forward-thinking championship that is taking a completely different approach to all other racing series." Loading, please wait... |
British Automaker Bounces Back from Bankruptcy with Retro BMW-Powered Roadster Posted: British automaker Bristol has unveiled its first car since it was rescued from insolvency five years ago. The Bristol Bullet bows just in time for the anniversary of the founding of Bristol Cars Limited, celebrating 70 years of luxury motoring. According to Bristol Cars, the new owners "discovered a speedster, neglected and ignored under a dusty tarpaulin in its old factory." And thus began a new journey to rejuvenate the brand, with the Bullet drawing its bold and confident design from decades of Bristol engineering innovation and heritage. The Bullet will be hand made in Chichester with the body manufactured from carbon fiber composites to achieve high strength, rigidity and a low weight. SEE ALSO: Goodwood Festival of Speed Highlights Although it certainly features retro styling, the Bullet is quite modern on the inside. It features a touchscreen embedded into the dash to provide digital radio, smartphone connectivity and both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections. In addition, audio playback over Wi-Fi is possible, while screen-mirroring from supported smartphone devices allows the driver to use their preferred navigation app and playback of streaming audio. Under the hood is a 4.8-liter V8 engine manufactured by BMW and finished by Bristol. It allows the Bullet to hit 62 mph from a standstill in 3.8 seconds, thanks to its 370 horsepower and 370 pound-feet of torque. Gross weight for the Bullet comes in at 2,755 pounds and it has a top speed of 155 mph. Discuss this story on our Luxury Lifestyle Forum Loading, please wait... |
Watch the 24 Hours of Spa Live Streaming Online Posted: Spa Francorchamps is one of the world's great race tracks and while its best known for the annual Formula 1 race, each year it also hosts a can't-miss endurance race. This year's 24 Hours of Spa is underway for the 69th time and promises plenty of high-speed action. Not only is the racing going to be exceptional, but the story behind the race is just as good, with the six Mercedes being penalized with a 5 minute stop-and-go penalty as a result of an infraction that allowed them to dominate in qualifying. So get yourself some French fries and mayonnaise and Watch the 24 Hours of Spa Live Streaming online below. TOTAL 24hrs of SPA 2016 LIVE – ENGLISH by Blancpainendurance Loading, please wait... |
Poll: Dodge Journey or Hyundai Santa Fe? Posted: Which crossover would YOU rather own, the value-focused Dodge Journey or Hyundai's popular Santa Fe? Vote in our latest poll! Crossovers are all the rage; it seems every manufacturer offers at least half a dozen of these car-based utility vehicles. In any event, two options in this market-dominating segment are the Dodge Journey, an older offering, and the Hyundai Santa Fe. Let's compare! Age before beauty, we start with the Dodge. To be polite, this is an older product but it's still surprisingly popular, probably because of its attractive base price. You can scoop one up for around 21 grand. Still, you probably don't want the base powertrain, which consists of a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and a four-speed automatic transmission. The available Pentastar V6 is a much better option. Displacing 3.6-liters, it's good for 283 horses and 260 lb-ft of torque. It's paired with a self-shifting gearbox that brandishes six forward ratios, a much more acceptable number. Both front- and all-wheel drive is available. The Journey can also be had with three rows of seats. As for the Hyundai, it's motivate by just one engine, a 3.3-liter V6 that's good for 290 horsepower and 252 lb-ft of peak torque. The only transmission offered is a six-speed automatic. When it comes to standard features, the Santa Fe comes with goodies like 18-inch wheels, hill-start assist, a driver's knee air bag, power-operated side-view mirrors and more. All-wheel drive is available at extra cost. Hyundai has always been about value but the Santa Fe is much more richly appointed than the Dodge in this comparison and it shows on the window sticker. This crossover kicks off around $31,000, A LOT more than the Journey. So, that's a quick look at these two versatile vehicles, but which one do you prefer? Make sure to vote in our latest poll, though if you need more information feel free to compare the Santa Fe and Journey right here. Loading, please wait... |
IIHS Study Reveals Red Light Cameras Save Lives Posted: Turning off red light cameras can cost lives, a new study has revealed. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has found that red light cameras in 79 large U.S. cities saved nearly 1,300 lives through 2014. According to IIHS, shutting down the red light cameras resulted in an increase of 30 percent in fatal red-light-running crashes. In 2014, red-light-running crashes caused 709 deaths and an estimated 126,000 injuries, with red-light runners accounting for a minority of the people killed in such crashes. Unfortunately, most of those killed in those crashes are occupants of other vehicles, passengers in the vehicle running the red light, pedestrians or bicyclists. SEE ALSO: Congressman Wants to Ban Red Light Cameras The study found that automated enforcement deters red light running, and since cameras increase the odds that violators will get caught, it discourages would-be violators from taking the odds. Programs that support red light cameras however are declining in the U.S., with opposition from a vocal minority leading to some jurisdictions to shut off their cameras. The total number of communities using red light cameras peaked in 2012 at 533 and has since fallen to 467 last year. "We know we have a problem: people dying at signalized intersections because of people running red lights," said IIHS president Adrian Lund as he presented the new research at a red-light-camera forum hosted by the Institute. "We know red light cameras are part of the solution." Loading, please wait... |
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