News, Tuning

Manhart TR 800 based on the Porsche 911 Turbo S

After presenting the Manhart TR 750 last month, the German tuner Manhart has now offered an even more powerful set of equipment for fans of one of the most powerful models, but also one of the fastest production cars in the world, from the Stuttgart-based company. It is a Manhart TR 800 based on the Porsche 911 Turbo S.

The Porsche 911 Turbo S is powered by a 3.8-liter twin-turbo straight-six engine with 650 hp (478 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. However, thanks to a new equipment kit that includes remapping, new turbochargers, an upgraded intercooler and a more open adaptive exhaust system, the 3.8-liter engine now delivers 833 hp (613 kW) and 712 lb-ft (965 Nm) of torque. That’s 83 hp more than the TR 750. The engine is mated to an 8-speed dual clutch automatic transmission (PDK) that sends power to both axles.

Manhart hasn’t released performance figures for the tuned TR 800, but we expect nothing less than what the Porsche 911 Turbo S can do, 62 mph in 2.7 seconds with a top speed of 205 mph (330 kph).

The TR 800 is painted orange with a black roof and black details on the hood. Inside, Manhart offers a leather interior with individually chosen accents.

The set of special equipment brings the Carbon Body Kit from TopCar Design, which includes a new front spoiler, front frames, carbon mirror covers, side skirts, side air intakes, a new rear diffuser, rear side air ducts, a new rear spoiler, a new decal set and engine air vents. There is also a stainless steel exhaust system with valve control by Kline Innovation, downpipes race without catalytic converters or downpipes sport with 100 or 200 cell HJS catalysts, new carbon tailpipes, suspension tuning and H&R springs that lower the car by an additional 30 mm. It is equipped with a new set of 21 and 22 inch forged concave one rims in Silk Matt Black wrapped in 255/30 ZR21 (front) and 335/25 ZR22 (rear) tires.

Source: Manhart

Hybrid, News

2023 Ferrari LMH 499P

At the beginning of the year, the head of Ferrari Attività Sportive GT Antonello Coletta announced that after half a century, Ferrari is returning to the WEC (World Endurance Championship). Their new race car, the 2023 Ferrari LMH 499P, has undergone many tests and is now finally unveiled to the public.

Earlier it was said that the experienced AF Corse team will be in charge of the LMH prototype of the manufacturer from Maranello. “We are proud of this announcement. It is the crowning of a dream and recognition of the great effort made over the years. Our partnership with Ferrari is a winning one that began in 2006, and I am delighted to continue it in the LMH project We have immediately kicked off with great enthusiasm aiming to raise the bar even further and to be ready for this new challenge,” said AF Corse team owner Amato Ferrari.

The Ferrari 499P is powered by a twinturbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine with 680 hp (500 kW), which in combination with an electric motor with 272 hp (200 kW), produces a total of 952 hp (700 kW). The engine is paired with a seven-speed sequential gearbox. It is equipped with a 900-volt battery from Formula 1, which is charged by deceleration and braking.

The design of the car is reminiscent of the Deyton SP3, and it is decorated with a red color with yellow details, like the 312PB model from the seventies of the last century. The two cars will have the numbers 50 and 51, which pays tribute to Ferrari’s return to the WEC, but also to the number 51 worn by Ferrari racing cars throughout history.

Ferrari hopes that LMH will have the same success as the F430 GT2, which won all three titles in its debut season (team, drivers and constructors).

Source: Ferrari

News

57 speeding tickets in 54 days made with VW Beetle

Driving a powerful and fast car in most cases can put us in a situation where we exceed the speed limit. But driving a regular car and collecting almost 60 fines in less than two months is a real skill. Such a situation occurred in Great Britain where a driver received 57 speeding tickets in 54 days.

Welsh driver John Kelly driving a VW Beetle became the record holder by collecting the most traffic tickets in the shortest time. He did the “achievement” from February 19 to April 14 at four locations, racking up £46,880 in fines. In all locations the speed limit was 50 km/h and Kelly drove between 70 km/h and 110 km/h.

The last speeding was recorded by a police patrol who stopped the driver and after determining that he did not have insurance and that he had not paid previous fines, confiscated his VW Beetle. After confiscating the vehicle, Kelly was sent to court where, in addition to the fine, the judge gave him 48 penalty points and revoked his driver’s license for 36 months.

A truly unusual “achievement” considering the short period of time and the number of penalties. This means that he collected at least one penalty every day.

Source: Wales Online

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