Showing posts with label racing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label racing. Show all posts

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Subaru BRZ RA Racing announced in Japan

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Subaru has unveil the BRZ RA Racing for the Japanese market. The BRZ RA Racing is caged, has a race harness for the driver, and features dedicated brake ducts, an oil cooler, tow hooks, and simple 16-inch steelies.

Power is provided by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder boxer engine which likely produces 200 HP (147 kW) and 205 Nm (151 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected exclusively to a six-speed manual transmission.

Inside the car is a newly added six-point roll cage with custom floor mats and a FIA-spec four-point racing harness. Air conditioning is standard but the radio has been removed to cut some weight.

Pricing has been announced at 2,868,000 yen in Japan, which translates to about $31,500. There is no word yet on whether a tuned up version of the BRZ will make it to North America.




Press Release

Can compete in ~ "GAZOO Racing 86/BRZ Race" announced the SUBARU BRZ "RA Racing" vehicles compete one-make race

Participation as a vehicle for one-make race 86/SUBARU BRZ TOYOTA, FHI, today announced the "RA Racing" was a charity race bodywork for SUBARU BRZ.

Based on the "RA" is the best grade to improve brake performance in the customization, Torsen LSD "RA Racing" is * 1 , equipped and air-cooled engine oil cooler. In addition, also decorated with safety equipment, such as 6-point roll cage and 4 point seat belt, was Mel specifications and enjoy with confidence the traveling circuit that assumes the race.

This vehicle, one make race "GAZOO Racing 86/BRZ Race" that is scheduled to take place from the summer of 2013: Toyota Techno Craft (supervision Toyota Cars Race association) * 2 will be released from the "86 Racing It is possible with the war. "

Under the brand statement "Confidence in Motion" Subaru, while through the "car making sure" to deliver "enjoyment and peace of mind", FHI, we aim to expand the Subaru fan. It is part of that commitment to one make race "GAZOO Racing 86/BRZ Race" at this time.

Major equipment - SUBARU BRZ "RA Racing"]
Front / rear ventilated disc brakes
brake ducts, dedicated & dedicated brake back plate (with vehicles left and right front)
, Torsen LSD [limited-slip differential]
engine oil cooler, air-cooled
4-point seat belt certified (FIA ,) Exclusively designed for competition vehicles equipped * 3 & ??Anchor bolt mounting
point roll cage, 6) (with sidebar
Manual air conditioning) with (clean filter
, dedicated floor mat) vehicles equipped with seat driver / passenger (
front transport Hook & rear transport hook (with vehicle-Exclusively designed for competition)

For vehicle bodywork, this vehicle will be allowed registration.
Is different from the general vehicle vehicle warranty. At the time of participation, such as motor sports racing, both car and parts-based bodywork
warranty becomes invalid.
Note) *: the price increases by 31,500 yen including tax ()

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Hyundai Genesis Cosworth Racing presented at SEMA Show

Hyundai Genesis Cosworth Racing
The Korean brand joined the company specialized in design engineering to create an enhanced version of the Genesis Coupe.

This prototype presented at SEMA Show 2012 is a radical interpretation of the coupé. Through a series of changes led to enhanced the direct injection engine from 3.8 liters to 389 HP and a torque of 325 lb.-ft. at 5,100 rpm.

Changes include a mechanical level optimization of air intake systems and exhaust pipes, a recalibration of the ECU, the installation of a braking system and suspension Cosworth high performance.

The exterior of the Hyundai Genesis Cosworth Racing Series features a bright satin blue hue with their aerodynamic devices comprise a truly attractive. He has installed a front splitter, side skirts, rear spoiler and diffuser, and a set of racing wheels.

Inside we find an environment that recreates a race car thanks to the sports seats, specially designed steering wheel and shifter competition.

Cosworth believes that the Genesis Coupe is an excellent platform to create a fireball approved for street display a performance worthy of the tracks.