Source: http://joesaward.wordpress.com/2010/10/27/what-next-for-hrt/
Friday, October 29, 2010
What next for HRT?
The Hispania Racing Team needs one thing more than anything else: money. Thus the suggestion that it is going to buy the Toyota F1 facility in Cologne, plus an upgraded Toyota chassis to race in 2011, for a sum of around $50 million seems to be one of those F1 stories dreamed up by folk [...]
Red Bull only left with one choice, but will they take it?
Everything looked rosy for the Championship leaders after qualifying with the team securing their 8th front row lockout of the season. But all that was before ...
Alternative to Airburshing Tamiya Semi-Gloss Black?
Hey guys,
I was just wondering if anyone knew of a good enamel substitute for Tamiya's dreaded X-18 semi-gloss black.
I've all but given up on trying to airbrush this stuff, because as far as I'm concerned, it's next to bloody impossible. I can't seem to airbrush any variant of Tamiya black properly, and it's getting very annoying to have to keep bathing parts in Simple Green to start again.
So, I've never worked with enamels before, but I've heard they act quite a bit nicer than some acrylics in terms of leveling out after being ab'd. I'm sick of getting that dry, pebbly look that I just keep getting with X-1/X-18 and so on.
Thanks for any advice!
Source: http://cs.scaleautomag.com/scacs/forums/thread/919878.aspx
Ferrari World coming on song
Ferrari World, the vast 40-acre theme park on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, was due to open on Thursday, but the death of Sheikh Saqr Al Qasimi, the ruler of the Ras al Khaimah, one of the smaller states in the UAE, has caused this to be delayed because of a period of official mourning. [...]
Jackie Stewart interview: ?I was fortunate to race in my era? (Part 1)
Sir Jackie Stewart’s racing career is the subject of a new book, “Collage”, which brings together newspaper and magazine clippings, photographs and all kinds of other documents from his life. The three-times world champion talked to F1 Fanatic about winning the 1968 German Grand Prix in foul conditions at the N�rburgring, racing in multiple disciplines [...]
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Red Bull only left with one choice, but will they take it?
Everything looked rosy for the Championship leaders after qualifying with the team securing their 8th front row lockout of the season. But all that was before ...
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Korean International Circuit: your verdict
Despite months of doubt over whether the race would actually go ahead, and in spite of a downpour on race day, the Korean Grand Prix did take place and produced a race to remember. So what’s the verdict on F1′s newest circuit? Is the Korean International Circuit a worthwhile addition to the calendar? The drivers [...]
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F1 Fanatic round-up: 27/10/2010
It’s a bumper round-up today so I’ll shut up and let you get on with reading it: Links RBR hopeful Vettel can avoid ninth V8 (ITV-F1) Christian Horner: “Hopefully he?s got enough engine mileage to be able to run unaffected to the end of the year. He was a bit tight already on engine mileage [...]
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2012 Opel Zafira spied in Germany
Spy photographers in Germany have managed to capture several new images of the 2012 Opel / Vauxhall Zafira. See the pictures inside
Source: http://feeds.worldcarfans.com/~r/worldcarfans/Jxfz/~3/qNHVymSDL10/2012-opel-zafira-spied-in-germany
Ferrari adopts Red Bull-style exhaust for Valencia
June 20 '10
Ferrari's B version of the F10 will reportedly feature a Red Bull-style exhaust system at Valencia. The information appeared in Spain's AS newspaper, whose reporters believe ? from Ferrari sources ? that the heavily restyled car will be from 0.3 to 0.4 seconds quicker per lap as compared to the recent races in Turkey and Canada.
According to the same report, the updated Ferrari challenger will feature a modified rear suspension as well, in order to better integrate the new exhausts. The new layout is expected to open a bigger channel of air ?to double the downforce generated by the diffuser,? as reported by the GMM news agency, quoting AS.
![[redbull_exhaust.jpg]](http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_f2dCclIT9q8/S46O3fiNmPI/AAAAAAAAFQ8/UwkuV0el3mo/s1600/redbull_exhaust.jpg)
Here is a picture of the Red Bull during the pre-season testing. The exhaust vents to the outer side of the gearbox below the bottom suspension wishbone, channelling the hot air around the rear suspension and out the top side of the floor. The Red arrow shows Red Bull's attempt to mislead rival teams by placing a sticker of an exhaust pipe on the upper bodywork below the upper wishbone, where one would expect to see it!
Ferrari have been preparing for the Valencia update for quite some time now, having lost a lot of time developing the F-duct system until now. This was actually the main reason why their car has become less competitive as compared to the championship front-runners, as argued by team boss Stefano Domenicali himself.
?For Valencia, the focus has been on other areas of the car apart from the (F-duct) rear wing,? said the Ferrari principal, according to Brazil's Globo. His comment was strengthened by Alonso's outspoken belief that the revised package for Valencia will set the base for a whole new perspective for Ferrari for the rest of the 2010 season.
?The most important improvement in Valencia is not what we achieve there, but the way it opens us developments to be stronger for the remainder of the season,? said Alonso.
At Ferrari?s own Fiorano test circuit on Friday (18th June), Fernando Alonso drove the F10 for the ?promotional and filming? reasons as permitted by the test ban.
But, as confirmed by Italian media sources, the 2010 car was in its full Valencia specification, including Red Bull-style low exhausts, designed to channel more air to the double-diffuser.
?You have to make the most of any opportunity in this era of the testing ban,? the Italian team said.
A 14 seconds video below, with Alonso testing the F10b in Fiorano was leaked on Youtube and f1around.files.wordpress.com compiled the image and compared it beautifully with that of Ferrari F10 and Red Bull RB6 as seen above.
Credit : Autoevolution, F1Aldia. Images(C) Google, F1Around, F1Aldia
BIKES: The All-New Honda CBR250R Released
American Honda has announced the release of the all-new CBR250R.
Source: http://motorcycling.speedtv.com/article/bikes-the-all-new-honda-cbr250r-released/
Bobby Rahal Kimi Räikkönen Hernando da Silva Ramos PierreHenri Raphanel
Bahrain F1 Grand Prix 2010 2nd Practice Session Results Live
After a great driving display by Adrian Sutil, Force India Racing will like to finish the day in style in the 2nd free practice session here in Sakhir, Bahrain Grand Prix (BIC). Force India F1 looks like thsurprise package for not on Bahrain Grand Prix but also the Formula1 2010 season.
Fernando Alonso will surely like [...]
Fernando Alonso will surely like [...]
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Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Lewis Hamilton: ?We are as competitive as the Red Bulls?
Lewis Hamilton was in bullish mood after McLaren showed impressive speed in Korea, helped by a new rear wing package. The McLarens as expected were quick on the straights in the first sector, although the gap closed in the afternoon as rivals experimented with downforce levels. Having been fastest in the morning and beaten only [...]
Source: http://adamcooperf1.com/2010/10/22/lewis-hamilton-we-are-as-competitive-as-the-red-bulls/
Stefan Johansson Eddie Johnson Leslie Johnson Bruce Johnstone
Fiat Uno Cabrio concept set for Sao Paulo Motor Show debut
While details are limited, the Uno Cabrio features aggressive bumpers, a lowered suspension, a center-mounted dual exhaust, and five-spoke alloy wheels. 
Canadian Grand Prix 2010 Practice gallery
Formula One returned to Canada after a 2 year absence. Check out this gallery of the practice sessions for the 2010 Canadian Grand Prix
Credit : Daylife, F1Fanatic
WIRE WHEELS
I don,t remember if I did, but if I didn,t , here,s a heads-up on some very sweet wire wheels. I had been having a conversation with ERNIE PETIT of LINDBERG and I asked about the wire wheels that come in the fifty-three ford VICTORIA kit. I don,t think you could do it now , but you could call their customer service and see. ERNIE just gave me the name and address and I took it from there.I was able to go to their outside source for a dozen sets of those babies. You will see them on my BUICK ELECTRA(MODEL KING ) and a few others..I was desperate as ALL my REAL BUICKS and T-BIRDS always were ordered with KELSEY -HAYES wire wheels.Yes , they are a pain to clean , but, they look so darn good.I have one set that I know came with an AMT kit but I can,t remember which one! Those were better , but , there is a problem. Over the years I lost one so I only have three! The reason I have wire wheels on the brain, is , I just got my re-release of REVELL,S AUSTIN-HEALY-100-six. They still haven,t chromed the wire wheels that on the real car are chrome.!! I did , don,t laugh , foil chrome one and it didn,t look bad.Remember these wheels are molded in halves WITH the tire molded on each half, and they are definitely SKINNIES !! So , I can,t use the LINDBERG wires without changing the tires. I Will !! Well , there you have it ! chao---oldcarguy P.S. They won,t fit the CADDY ELDORADO BROUGHAM KIT.
Source: http://cs.scaleautomag.com/scacs/forums/thread/918300.aspx
Peter Gethin Piercarlo Ghinzani Bruno Giacomelli Dick Gibson
BTCC: Ingram to test for Eurotech
Ingram to test for Eurotech By Jamie O'Leary Tuesday, October 26th 2010, 08:56 GMT Teenager Tom Ingram will make his British Touring Car Championship test debut at Silverstone next week with the Eurotech Vauxhall squad. Ingram's test comes as part of his prize for winning the Ginetta Junior Championship earlier this month, and he is looking forward to his outing. "I can't wait," Ingram, 17, said. Related posts:- BTCC: Lloyd to test Triple 8’s Vectra Lloyd to test Triple 8's Vectra By Jamie O'Leary Monday,...
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Jenson Button: ?It?s surprising to be so far back??
Jenson Button admits he’s disappointed to be stuck back in seventh after struggling with his car in qualifying in Korea. Button was lacking front grip and couldn’t get enough temperature into the tyres as ambient plummeted. He’ll start behind all his title rivals plus Nico�Rosberg and�Felipe Massa.� ?Today and yesterday I was very happy with [...]
Source: http://adamcooperf1.com/2010/10/23/jenson-button-it%e2%80%99s-surprising-to-be-so-far-back/
TV/Movie Car VI CBP "Modeler Salvation" In Production
We are back for another sequel in the TV/Movie Car franchise, "Modeler Salvation." Production starts on September 1, 2010 and will conclude on January 1, 2011. If you have any questions regarding your role, feel free to ask here or email me. As Executive Producer and Director, I will also have a role in this production, too. This is the first part of the production AKA the casting call or auditions!
The Rules
- Model must represent a vehicle from a TV show, movie, or video that is accessible through normal channels. Please announce your role when you audition. No what-ifs!
- Model must be unstarted or to be rebuilt from a disassembled model.
- Any scale except 1:1.
- Can be plastic, resin, or modified die-cast.
- Use aftermarket parts and accessories if desired.
- This is a 4 month production with no extensions.
FYI
If you have never participated in one of my TV/Movie Car CBPs before, I run this like a like a TV or movie production. Please be ready to start when the Director calls for ACTION and have your role completed when the Director calls THAT'S A WRAP! The future of this franchise depends upon the success of this production. I am depending upon all actors to work together as a team!
Auditions begin immediately!
Source: http://cs.scaleautomag.com/scacs/forums/thread/909062.aspx
Dick Rathmann Jim Rathmann Roland Ratzenberger Hector Rebaque
Bahrain F1 GP 2010 Live on BBC TV: Start Time
BBC will telecast the live coverage of the Bahrain F1 GP 2010 including the practice session, qualifying session on Friday and Saturday respectively for all viewers in the UK. We will keep giving you live F1 updates from the coverage. The BBC Red Button has announced the following start time for the live coverage of [...]
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Bahrain F1: Live Race Results and Positions after 1st Lap
Sebastian Vettel has started from the Pole Position at the Bahrain F1 Grand Prix but its the Ferrari of Filepe Massa which has taken the lead.
Here are the standings after the 1st lap at Bahrain F1 Grand Prix:
1 VETTEL ? Red Bull
2 ALONSO ? Ferrari
3 MASSA ? Ferrari
4 ROSBERG ? Mercedes
5 HAMILTON ? McLaren
6 [...]
Here are the standings after the 1st lap at Bahrain F1 Grand Prix:
1 VETTEL ? Red Bull
2 ALONSO ? Ferrari
3 MASSA ? Ferrari
4 ROSBERG ? Mercedes
5 HAMILTON ? McLaren
6 [...]
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/formula-f1/~3/RBJWIX-d9BU/
Disaster as drivers retire from first and second places (Red Bull race review)
The Korean Grand Prix ended with one RB6 caked in mud and another in fire extinguisher foam. This couldn’t have been a more crushing result for Red Bull. Having annexed the front row of the grid for the eighth time this year they came away with nothing after a crash and a blown engine. Sebastian [...]
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/f1fanatic/~3/MxpRNlIy0Es/
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Official F1 2010 game by Codemasters arrives in September
July 7 '10
"F1 2010" is an upcoming official game of the 2010 FIA Formula One World Championship and will include all of the official 12 teams, 24 drivers and 19 circuits from the 2010 season. It will be released in September 2010 on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Microsoft Windows platforms. Before the opening race of the South Korean Grand Prix in October, players can drive the new Korean International Circuit!
Some of the features of the game have been revealed in the F1 2010 developer videos (below) by Codemasters Studios.
Tracks and Cars
The new video takes viewers behind the scenes at F1 2010 developers, Codemasters Birmingham, and shows how all of the cars and circuits from the exhilarating 2010 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP? have been painstakingly recreated in the game.
To deliver fans the most authentic FORMULA ONE? experience, CAD (Computer Aided Design) data and extensive reference photography has been used to accurately simulate the 19 circuits that will host the 2010 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP. Once tracks are created, former FORMULA ONE driver Anthony Davidson, who is working as Technical Consultant on F1 2010, gives his feedback from a driver?s perspective about the look and feel of each circuit in-game.
?Driving the real world circuits enables me to give that impression to the guys creating the game,? said Davidson. ?There?s all these details that only a driver would know about. For instance, turn eight in Spa; I know straight away any car I have ever driven there always understeers and it?s knowing that kind of detail as a driver that you can get over into the game. The circuits feel really spot on.?
- www.formula1-game.com
Weather
In the video, the wide ranging effects of weather and their impact in the game are revealed. FORMULA ONE test driver Anthony Davidson explains that although you have some information about the weather at your disposal, how you use that information is crucial: ?The teams know by the radar where the weather is coming from and how long it?s going to last. You?ll be aware of what the weather?s doing roughly, and then you can make your call, just like you would in real life.?
In career mode, F1 2010?s weather system is fully dynamic, mirroring real life conditions which change at any time, whether between sessions or during a session itself. The weather authentically reflects the conditions at each of the 19 GRAND PRIX? locations, meaning rain is unlikely at Abu Dhabi but conditions can be unpredictable at Spa and Silverstone. Presenting a further challenge, players can set the weather conditions and experience the dramatic affect they have on racing in GRAND PRIX, Time Trial and Multiplayer modes.
- www.formula1-game.com
Handling
Anthony Davidson, who has been embedded into the team, explains the unique ?twitchy? way in which FORMULA ONE cars handle and how this is translated into authentic gameplay. His experience, combined with real world data and feedback from the teams, drivers and tyre manufacturers is enabling the F1 2010 team to bring alive the sensation of being an F1 racing driver like never before. As in real life, aerodynamics plays a pivotal role in racing, and players will feel how cars can corner at extremely high speed yet perform very differently at lower speeds.
- www.formula1-game.com
Thanks to www.formula1-game.com. Video credit: eurogamer
WRC: Loeb praises C4?s asphalt record
Loeb praises C4's asphalt record By David Evans Monday, October 25th 2010, 10:33 GMT Sebastien Loeb has praised his Citroen C4 WRC after he completed his 100 per cent winning record o asphalt rounds of the World Rally Championship in the car. Since the C4 WRC was launched at the start of the 2007 season, there have been 13 pure asphalt rounds of the World Rally Championship - and the Loeb/C4 WRC combination has won them all. Loeb also won the two Monte Carlo Rallies he started in the C4 as well Related posts:- WRC: Ogier boosted by asphalt progress Ogier boosted by asphalt progress By David Evans Tuesday, July...
- WRC: Loeb: No pressure for record victory Loeb: No pressure for record victory By David Evans Thursday,...
- WRC: Rally Bulgaria an unknown for Loeb Rally Bulgaria an unknown for Loeb By David Evans Tuesday,...
Source: http://doxcar.com/wrc-loeb-praises-c4s-asphalt-record/
Your classic grand prix - race 16
The 1993 Japanese Grand Prix is the selected race in the latest edition of our classic Formula 1 series.
Last week, we asked readers to tell us which of three great races they would most like to see - the 1990, 1993 and 1995 Japanese Grands Prix - and the overwhelming choice was Ayrton Senna's victory in 1993.
The full 'Grand Prix' highlights programme broadcast on the BBC at the time is embedded below, with the shorter highlights of it and the other races linked underneath. There are also short and long highlights of Sebastian Vettel's victory in an incident-packed Suzuka race last year, too.
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WATCH SHORT HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 1990 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX
WATCH SHORT HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 1993 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX
WATCH SHORT HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 1995 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX
WATCH SHORT HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 2009 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX
WATCH LONG HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 2009 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX
Because of the Commonwealth Games, the classic races will not be shown on the red button, either on digital and satellite or on Freeview.
I have to say that I was surprised by just how popular the 1993 race was - it outdid the other two choices by something like five to one.
The 1993 race witnessed a great drive by Senna, and was full of action and intrigue both during the race and afterwards, but I have to say I thought the famous crash between Senna and Alain Prost at the start in 1990 would be the most popular choice.
There was all the drama of the start, Nigel Mansell putting paid to his chances by breaking his Ferrari's driveshaft with an over-exuberant getaway from a tyre stop, and the unusual podium of two Benettons and local hero Aguri Suzuki.
The 1995 race also made a strong case for itself - a superb drive from Michael Schumacher, comedy retirements from Williams drivers Damon Hill and David Coulthard (although it's fair to say the team's no-nonsense technical director Patrick Head wasn't laughing) and a battling drive from Ferrari's Jean Alesi before his retirement (also with a driveshaft failure).
Having said that, it is hard to argue against 1993. It was one of Senna's great wet-weather victories after a race-long battle with arch-rival Prost and there was the sub-plot of Eddie Irvine's electrifying grand prix debut.
Drafted in by Jordan for the last two races of the year, the Northern Irishman qualified an excellent eighth, and used his knowledge of Suzuka gleaned from three years in Japanese Formula 3000 to pass Schumacher and Hill at the start.
Later in the race, while battling with Hill, Irvine had the temerity to unlap himself from Senna. And when the great Brazilian, a little the worse for wear, confronted Irvine about it after the race, he did not find the novice as apologetic as expected - the two got into a heated argument which ended with Senna punching Irvine.
A number of you asked on my last blog whether there was film of this argument. There isn't. But the journalist Adam Cooper was in the room with Irvine at the time, and he recorded the whole thing. A transcript of the row was published in Autosport magazine - for which both Cooper and I were working at the time - and you can read it here.
There were also questions about why we had not chosen the 1996 race, when Hill clinched the world title.
The answer is in the name of this series - classic grands prix. Hill is a popular man, and with good reason, but in no way could that race be called an all-time classic in comparison with others we have chosen.
To recap, the title battle had distilled by the time of Japanwhich was the last race of the season, into a fight between Williams team-mates Hill and Jacques Villeneuve.
Hill led by nine points going into the race - which meant the only way Villeneuve could be champion was if he won and the Englishman was out of the points.
Villeneuve increased the tension by qualifying on pole, ahead of Hill, but his chances were effectively ruined within seconds of the green light, when the Canadian made a poor start and dropped to sixth, behind Hill, Benetton's Gerhard Berger, Mika Hakkinen's McLaren, Schumacher's Ferrari and Irvine's Ferrari.
Villeneuve managed to get past Irvine, but was still in only fifth place when he retired when a rear wheel came off going into Turn One with 15 laps to go. Hill, meanwhile, led untroubled from the start, going only as fast as he needed to, keen to conserve his car.
A popular result, yes, especially in Britain. But a classic grand prix it was not.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/andrewbenson/2010/10/your_classic_grand_prix_-_race_3.html
Alex SolerRoig Raymond Sommer Vincenzo Sospiri Stephen South
Q2: Red Bulls go 1-2 in Korea
Mark Webber took the fastest time in the Q2 session in Korea, beating his Red Bull team mate Sebastian Vettel by 0.035s, the two edging away from the opposition, led by Felipe Massa’s Ferrari, a tenth behind. The Brazilian had Lewis Hamilton on his tail with Fernando Alonso also within striking distance. There was then [...]
Source: http://joesaward.wordpress.com/2010/10/23/q2-red-bulls-go-1-2-in-korea/
Jenson Button: ?It?s surprising to be so far back??
Jenson Button admits he’s disappointed to be stuck back in seventh after struggling with his car in qualifying in Korea. Button was lacking front grip and couldn’t get enough temperature into the tyres as ambient plummeted. He’ll start behind all his title rivals plus Nico�Rosberg and�Felipe Massa.� ?Today and yesterday I was very happy with [...]
Source: http://adamcooperf1.com/2010/10/23/jenson-button-it%e2%80%99s-surprising-to-be-so-far-back/
Chevrolet planning Aveo-based crossover
According to a recent report, Chevrolet is developing a new crossover based on the redesigned Aveo. 
Gaetano Starrabba Chuck Stevenson Ian Stewart Jackie Stewart
Aston Martin DBS Volante by Al & Eds Autosound
Lets face it: a customized Aston Martin is not something you’ll see every day. And we can not understand why as a sexy car like Aston Martin DBS Volante has lots of potential. This is what Al & Eds Autosound in West Hollywood CA saw in the sports roadster and came up with an impressive update package.
The tuner installed 3M clear bra material on the full hood, fenders, bumper and on the carbon fiber exterior areas and added custom made skid plates and a new set of Giovanna GFG Series 3-piece forged California wheels. The car is painted in Fire Storm Black - black paint combined with the most beautiful red metallic flake.
For the interior the tuner is offering red Alcantara suede for the the seat and door panel, black perforated supple leather and red Alcantara for the steering wheel and carbon fiber inserts. And of course there is a new Escort 9500Ci top of the line ?Ticket Avoidance System?.
Press release after the jump.
Aston Martin DBS Volante by Al & Eds Autosound originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 25 October 2010 21:00 EST.
Source: http://www.topspeed.com/cars/car-news/aston-martin-dbs-volante-by-al-eds-autosound-ar98839.html
Q2: Red Bulls go 1-2 in Korea
Mark Webber took the fastest time in the Q2 session in Korea, beating his Red Bull team mate Sebastian Vettel by 0.035s, the two edging away from the opposition, led by Felipe Massa’s Ferrari, a tenth behind. The Brazilian had Lewis Hamilton on his tail with Fernando Alonso also within striking distance. There was then [...]
Source: http://joesaward.wordpress.com/2010/10/23/q2-red-bulls-go-1-2-in-korea/
George Abecassis Kenny Acheson Andrea de Adamich Philippe Adams
Chrysler announces SEMA lineup [video]
Dodge has announced plans to introduce the 2011 Challenger SRT8 392 at the SEMA Motor Show. It features a new 6.4-liter HEMI V8 with 470 hp (350 kW / 477 PS) and 470 lb-ft (637 Nm) of torque. 
Rossin-Bertin Vorax
There are many things you associate with Brazil ? soccer, samba, and fine women come to mind ? before you describe them as a supercar factory, but that doesn?t mean that the country doesn?t have its share of exotic automakers.
In fact, there?s an upstart company in the country that?s set to introduce a new supercar at the Sao Paulo Auto Show. Gentlemen, we?d like to introduce you to the Rossin-Bertin Vorax.
As the brainchild of ex-GM designer Fharys Rossin and Natalino Bertin Jr., the Vorax is poised to become a Brazilian-born and made supercar that the company is hoping could become an upstart challenger to established European supercar makers.
Details behind the Vorax are still limited but from what we?ve heard, the car is going to come with a carbon fiber body and an aluminum chassis. As for the engine, the Vorax, which will come in two variants, will be powered with a tuned-up 5.0-liter V10 engine, similar to what?s under the hood of the BMW M5.
Continued after the jump
Rossin-Bertin Vorax originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 25 October 2010 18:00 EST.
Source: http://www.topspeed.com/cars/car-news/rossin-bertin-vorax-ar98741.html
Monday, October 25, 2010
A Korean job interview for Schumacher
However, the first-ever Korean Grand Prix is the biggest ...
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Formula1Fancast/~3/lJHg68F8vLA/a-korean-job-interview-for-schumacher
Noritake Takahara Kunimitsu Takahashi Patrick Tambay Luigi Taramazzo
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