Category Archives: performance

Team Corvette C8.R Finishes First at Sebring

Posted on 19 July 2020 by Ken Zino

The race in GTLM had multiple tire strategies. Both Corvettes opted to begin the race on slick Michelin tires despite the wet surface. Gavin, after leading a Corvette 1-2 in qualifying earlier in the day, began first but Taylor was one of quickest drivers in the class early on and managed to go one lap longer on fuel than most of his GTLM competitors during his opening stint. Continue reading →

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Audi R8 V10 Quattro – Kaput, Tschüss

Posted on 16 July 2020 by Ken Zino

The R8 V10 performance model will continue for the 2021 model year, but given the ongoing global economic crisis, Covid 19 plague, and that most governments increasingly are taking legislative action against global warming and CO2 output – it clearly is on the endangered species list. It could survive only as a model for e-racing simulations. Continue reading →

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Covid Coupon – Carryover Pricing on 2021 Corvette

Posted on 9 July 2020 by Ken Zino

The 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray has carryover pricing – the same as the introductory model – with MSRP starting at $59,995 for the coupe and $67,495 for the convertible. Continue reading →

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COVID Casualty – Woodward Dream Cruise

Posted on 30 June 2020 by Ken Zino

Southeastern Michigan is in Phase 4 of Whitmer’s Safe Start Plan. This means social gatherings are limited to small groups with social distancing, and outdoor crowds are limited to no more than 100 people. Continue reading →

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2020 Ranger Adds Three New Performance Packages

Posted on 30 June 2020 by Ken Zino

Ford Performance Level 1 and Level 2 packages for Ranger pickups are available for order in August. The Ford Performance Level 3 package will be available for order next summer. Continue reading →

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Formula 1: Car by Car 1950–59 Now Available in the U.S

Posted on 26 June 2020 by Ken Zino

When the World Championship was first held in 1950, red Italian cars predominated, from Alfa Romeo, Ferrari and Maserati, and continued to do so for much of the period. But, by the time the decade closed, green British cars were in their ascendancy, first Vanwall and then rear-engined Cooper. BRM and Lotus were emerging. Continue reading →

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It’s Come to This – Mazda Digital MotorSport

Posted on 5 June 2020 by Ken Zino

Whether this is a temporary or lasting Covid influence people all over the world can connect online and enjoy the same digital conditions regardless of country, region, language or generation. Continue reading →

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5-Liters of Fun – Mustang Mach 1 a Go for 2021

Posted on 29 May 2020 by Ken Zino

The fastback that debuted during the muscle car era in 1960s – as a cut-rate version of the Boss or Shelby – returns for global buyers. It will have a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 engine with performance to match but is no longer the cheap fast Mustang that made it a legend. Well, fast it will be, price is another matter to be announced. Continue reading →

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Ford Performance Shows Mustang Cobra Jet Electric Dragster

Posted on 23 April 2020 by Ken Zino

“Ford has always used motorsport to demonstrate innovation,” said Dave Pericak, Global Director, Ford Icons. “Electric powertrains give us a completely new kind of performance and the all-electric Cobra Jet 1400 is one example…we also have the all-electric Mustang Mach-E joining the Mustang family.” COVID-19 might push back the debut though. Continue reading →

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Porsche Shows 3D-Printing for Racing Seats

Posted on 19 March 2020 by Ken Zino

Customers will be able to choose between three firmness levels (hard, medium, soft) for the comfort layer in the future. With this new technology, personalized sports seat follows the principles of driver-specific seat fitting customary in professional motor sports.  Continue reading →

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Czinger Unveils 21C in London

Posted on 11 March 2020 by Ken Zino

Named because it’s designed, built and manufactured for the 21st century, the new 21C hypercar uses Czinger’s technology to engineer each component’s design, performance and weight. Continue reading →

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Limited Edition of 500 Giulia GTA Sedans Appear in June

Posted on 2 March 2020 by Ken Zino

Perhaps more significant is the Giulia GTAm, a100% “street legal” version of the GTA, with two racing seats, roll bar and 6-point safety belts. On GTAm, the aerodynamic front piece has been optimized to an “extreme level, by adding a larger front splitter and a real carbon rear wing, which ensure a perfectly balanced load at high speeds.” Continue reading →

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Abarth Scorpio Tour of Europe in 1949 hours

Posted on 24 February 2020 by Ken Zino

Its scorpion logo is from the founder Carlo Abarth’s zodiac sign. Fiat bought Abarth in 1971. Continue reading →

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First Glance – Czinger 1250 Horsepower 21C Hypercar

Posted on 17 February 2020 by Ken Zino

This performance is attained through Czinger’s own hybrid powertrain. An odd vehicle architecture is centered around a “driver-focused, two-person in-line seating configuration.”  Continue reading →

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2020 Ford GT More Power, Special Edition Trim at $750k

Posted on 6 February 2020 by Ken Zino

Additional engine cooling and airflow updates includes new buttress air ducts designed to increase air flow by 50% while larger intercoolers keep charge air temperatures cooler, preserving peak power for high-temperature sessions at the track. Suspension damping is increased in track mode to increase handling and body control, particularly for those high-speed transient sections of closed-course circuits. Continue reading →

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