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Aston Martin's Vantage RS Unleashes Wild Aero Near Nürburgring
technology6 days ago

Aston Martin's Vantage RS Unleashes Wild Aero Near Nürburgring

A heavily camouflaged prototype of the Vantage RS is being tested near the Nürburgring with production-ready aero, including a taller rear wing, a new front end, larger side vents, a wild diffuser and four centrally mounted tailpipes; Aston Martin is expected to tune the 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 for this track-focused variant to beyond 700 hp (with a V12 option considered but unlikely), and cabin tweaks such as heavier carbon fiber and Alcantara usage are anticipated.

via Carscoops|
#aero-upgrades#aston-martin#nurburgring
Porsche Debuts Limited 911 GT3 100 Jahre Nürburgring to Celebrate the Green Hell
sports7 days ago

Porsche Debuts Limited 911 GT3 100 Jahre Nürburgring to Celebrate the Green Hell

Porsche celebrates Nürburgring’s 100th anniversary with the limited 911 GT3 100 Jahre Nürburgring, a green-accented homage offering optional Manthey performance upgrades; it keeps the 4.0L flat-six with PDK or a six-speed manual, delivering up to 1,190 lb of downforce at 177 mph. Only 100 units for Germany, deliveries in 2027, with pricing TBA and a Sonderwunsch Manthey experience.

via Gear Patrol|
#911-gt3#manthey#nurburgring
Porsche Design Unveils Chronograph 1 Edition Tied to 911 GT3 Nürburgring Anniversary
technology8 days ago

Porsche Design Unveils Chronograph 1 Edition Tied to 911 GT3 Nürburgring Anniversary

Porsche Design is releasing a limited Chronograph 1 edition to celebrate the Nürburgring's 100th anniversary, reserved for buyers of the 911 GT3 100 Jahre Nürburgring. The watch features a 40.8mm titanium case with black titanium carbide coating, 100m water resistance, sapphire crystal, and a caseback engraved with its unique number. Powered by the COSC-certified Porsche Design Calibre WERK 01.140 automatic chronograph ( Sellita base) with a 48-hour power reserve, it has a Nürburgring logo, a green Aero Disc running seconds graphic, and a dial inspired by the 911 dashboard. It ships on perforated black Porsche interior leather with a green textile backing, plus a green textile hook-and-loop strap, and a quick-change system. Made to order in Grenchen, Switzerland, it’s limited to 100 pieces and priced at EUR 9,950, with availability commencing September 2026 for GT3 100 Jahre Nürburgring buyers.

via Monochrome Watches|
#911-gt3#chronograph#limited-edition
GRMN Corolla Debuts as Nürburgring-Honed, Weight-Reduced Track Beast
automotive2 months ago

GRMN Corolla Debuts as Nürburgring-Honed, Weight-Reduced Track Beast

GAZOO Racing today unveiled the GRMN Corolla, a race-tuned evolution of the GR Corolla designed for Nürburgring-level performance. Highlights include 415 Nm of torque, about 30 kg lighter weight, exclusive aero parts and a Nürburgring-tuned suspension, 4WD with optimized rear torque, and a cockpit featuring a full bucket seat and carbon details. A 2-seat GRMN Corolla and a 5-seat MORIZO RR concept with GR Direct Automatic Transmission are in development. Production will be limited and lead markets are Japan, North America, and Australia, with sales in Japan via the GR app planned for autumn 2026 and deliveries in 2027. The car’s development drew on Super Taikyu racing and Nürburgring testing, and a GR Corolla MORIZO RR concept is on display at Fuji Motorsports Forest until June 28.

via GAZOO Racing|
#automotive#gazoo-racing#grmn-corolla
technology2 months ago

Toyota's 2026 GRMN Corolla: Nürburgring-Tuned Track Monster

Toyota Gazoo Racing unveils the 2026 GRMN Corolla, a track-focused evolution of the GR Corolla developed through Super Taikyu racing and Nürburgring testing. It increases engine torque to 302 lb-ft from a 1.6L turbo three-cylinder producing 300 hp, sheds about 66 lb for a curb weight of roughly 3,219 lb, and adds aero, suspension, and AWD tuning for heightened handling. The car features exclusive aero parts, carbon-fiber components, a race-inspired cockpit with dedicated seats, a five-position rear wing, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, and a lightweight 2-seat interior. Production is at Motomachi for North America, Japan and Australia; full specs and price to be announced.

via Toyota USA Newsroom|
#aerodynamics#awd-tuning#grmn-corolla
Manthey-Tuned Taycan Turbo GT Sets New Nürburgring EV Lap Record
automotive3 months ago

Manthey-Tuned Taycan Turbo GT Sets New Nürburgring EV Lap Record

Manthey Racing upgrades to the Taycan Turbo GT push Porsche to reclaim the production EV lap record at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, posting 6:55.53. The package includes software tuning, lightweight 21-inch wheels, aero enhancements, bigger brakes, and an Attack Mode that lifts output to 730 kW, shaving about 12 seconds from the previous best. Despite the gain, the Taycan still trails the Manthey-tuned 911 GT3, which recently set a 6:52.981.

via Torque cafe|
#automotive#electric-vehicles#manthey-racing
Manthey Kit Turns Taycan Turbo GT Into Nürburgring Track Weapon
technology3 months ago

Manthey Kit Turns Taycan Turbo GT Into Nürburgring Track Weapon

Manthey Racing has released an upgrade kit for the Taycan Turbo GT (Weissach-equipped) that adds aero, brakes, and a tuned powertrain, boosting downforce to 1,631 lbs at top speed, lifting nominal power to 804 hp (978 hp for 10 seconds in Attack mode) and shaving the Nürburgring Nordschleife lap to 6:55.553; 0–60 mph improves to 2.1 seconds. Pricing for the kit will be announced; the base Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach starts at $243,700.

via Ars Technica|
#aerodynamics#downforce#manthey
Fatal crash halts Nürburgring 24 Hours qualifying
sportscars4 months ago

Fatal crash halts Nürburgring 24 Hours qualifying

Racing driver Juha Miettinen died after a horrific seven-car pile-up early in the ADAC 24h Nürburgring qualifying race at the Karussell section; Miettinen was in the BMW 325i (car #121). The race was halted for extensive recovery, and he died at the Medical Centre despite resuscitation efforts. The other six drivers were treated for precautionary examinations, none in life-threatening condition, and the race did not resume that evening. A minute of silence was planned for Sunday in memory of Miettinen.

via Motorsport Week|
#bmw#juha-miettinen#nurburgring
Manthey-Kit Porsche GT3 RS Nails a Fast Nürburgring Run, but Mustang Still Leads
world4 months ago

Manthey-Kit Porsche GT3 RS Nails a Fast Nürburgring Run, but Mustang Still Leads

The Manthey Kit-equipped Porsche 911 GT3 RS posted a 6:45.389 Nürburgring lap, nearly four seconds faster than the stock car and driven by Jörg Bergmeister, but it still trails the Ford Mustang GTD Competition’s 6:40.835. Manthey’s aero upgrades, revised suspension and brakes, plus optional Cup 2 R tires boost downforce by about 20% with less drag, enabling higher speeds in fast sections of the track.

via Carscoops|
#lap-time#manthey-kit#nurburgring
Seven-car crash claims life during Nürburgring 24h Qualifiers
endurance4 months ago

Seven-car crash claims life during Nürburgring 24h Qualifiers

Juha Miettinen died from injuries after a seven-car crash in the early stages of the ADAC 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers. The incident caused a lengthy red flag, barrier damage, and the race was halted with no resumption or classification. The crash occurred on the third lap near Klostertal, with seven vehicles involved; the cause remains unconfirmed, though a possible oil spill has been mentioned. Messages of condolence came from peers, including Max Verstappen.

via Motorsport.com|
#adac-24h#crash#endurance
Manthey-Kitted Porsche 911 GT3 RS Posts 6:45 Nordschleife Lap
automotive4 months ago

Manthey-Kitted Porsche 911 GT3 RS Posts 6:45 Nordschleife Lap

Porsche's 911 GT3 RS with Manthey aero/suspension upgrades lapped the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 6:45.389, delivering 2,200 lb of downforce at 177 mph. The kit costs $116,160 on top of the GT3 RS price and includes a large wing, roof fins, bigger splitter, dive planes, diffuser tweaks, plus stiffer coilovers and adaptive dampers. The run is faster than the standard GT3 RS and Corvette ZR1X, but slower than Ford Mustang GTD Competition's 6:40.835 lap.

via Motor1.com|
#automotive#gt3-rs#lap-time
Manthey-Kit Porsche GT3 RS Sets 6:45 Nordschleife, Climbs Production Leaders
motorsport4 months ago

Manthey-Kit Porsche GT3 RS Sets 6:45 Nordschleife, Climbs Production Leaders

Manthey Racing's kit-equipped Porsche 911 GT3 RS posted a 6:45.389 on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, shaving nearly four seconds off the standard RS and moving to fourth on the all‑time production-car leaderboard (about 16 seconds behind the Mercedes AMG One). The day also featured a 6:40.8 lap by the Ford Mustang GTD Competition, which edged out the Manthey RS, while Manthey’s own GT2 RS previously held the production record at 6:43.3 in 2021. The 992 GT3 RS with Manthey delivers just under 520 hp from its NA flat-six, underscoring a remarkable power-to-pace achievement for a production-based machine.

via Road & Track|
#gt3-rs#lap-times#manthey-racing
Mustang GTD Competition Smashes Nürburgring Lap Record for Americans
automotive4 months ago

Mustang GTD Competition Smashes Nürburgring Lap Record for Americans

Ford's Mustang GTD Competition posted a 6:40.835 Nürburgring lap, making it the fastest American production car on the track and beating the Corvette ZR1X by over eight seconds. The record run uses an evolved 5.2L supercharged V8 with more power, plus magnesium wheels, carbon seats, lighter dampers and aero upgrades, and a new tire package to deliver improved grip. A limited, serialized production version of the upgraded car will follow the regular GTD, while Ford continues to push performance bragging rights on the Green Hell.

via Motor1.com|
#automotive#ford#gtd-competition