John Force Drag Racing his Ford Racing Mustang
Amazing car photo of the John Force drag racing the Ford Racing Mustang down the track.
Photo Credit: Ford Racing
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Spoon Sports Acura RSX Type R Destroyed by Tsunami
Apparently, JDM tuner Spoon Sports was also affected by the Japanese Tsunami. Here’s a car photo of their Acura RSX Type R race car which was found 3 miles away from the Spoon Sports shop. So sad.
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2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0
Take a look at the new 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0. With 500 horsepower at 8,250 RPM and 339 lb-ft of torque at 5,750 RPM on tap, the 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 can rip the tarmac from 0 to 60 MPH in just 3.8 seconds and can achieve a top speed of 193 MPH. This limited-edition Porsche GT3 RS 4.0 is packed with motorsport technology. The 2011 Posche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 features a six-speed manual transmission matched to a motorsport-derived 4.0-liter engine housing forged pistons and titanium connecting rods. If that wasn’t enough, carbon fiber front fenders, carbon fiber sport bucket seats, weight-optimized carpets and a carbon fiber luggage compartment lid were installed to achieve a curb weight of only 2,998 lbs with a full fuel tank!
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Compuware 2008 Chevrolet Corvette C6-R
Sick car photo of Compuware’s 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 race car dubbed the Compuware C6-R heating up its enormous brakes during a track run.
Photo Credit: The Freewheeling Daredevil
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John Shepherd Racing Biography Video
Here’s an oldie but a goodie. Check out this car video put together by IMV Films about John Shepherd and his legendary race transmissions. Side note: John Shepherd owns the quickest and fastest 4-cylinder all wheel drive drag racing car with a staggering 7.70 second quarter mile at 191 miles per hour!
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Cinematic Video of JDM Acura NSX Racing on Nuerburgring
Palatov DP4 Track Race Car
The Palatov DP4 is a track-ready, open-air, light-weight track car featuring a Chromoly TIG welded frame, Ohlines non-adjustable shocks, Wilwood 10.25″ vented brakes with 4-piston calipers, Quaife ATB differential, advanced under-body aerodynamics, a long arm double wishbone suspension, a form-fitted BBS seat, 13″ x 8″ wheels with Hoosier racing tires and a six-point racing harness. The Palatov DP4 is powered by a variety of motorcycle engines with typical configurations using 1.0 liter or 1.3 liters that produce anywhere from 175 to 200 horsepower. An optional all-wheel drive system is also available that allows the use of high power turbocharged engines of over 300 horsepower. Typical weights for the Palatov DP4 are in the 800 to 900 lbs (360-410 kg) range resulting in exceptional performance. Pricing for the Palatov DP4 ranges between $30,910 and $55,460 depending on options.
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2011 Porsche 918 RSR Max Hybrid
The 2011 Porsche 918 RSR Hybrid features a mid-mounted 3.4 liter twin turbo V8 engine developed for the Porsche RS Spyder LMP2 racer. The engine is tuned to produce 563 horsepower at 10,300 rpm. In addition to the gasoline engine, two electric motors powering the front wheels boost power output to 767 horsepower. Very cool!
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