News, Tuning

Lada Niva Monster Is Better Than Ever

Half a year ago, the Russian car manufacturer LADA introduced the new Bronto model. German tuner ZUBR has shown that it can make the Niva an even better SUV, the Lada Niva Monster.

The Niva Monster is powered by a naturally aspirated 1.7-liter four-cylinder engine with 82 hp (62 kW) and 95 lb-ft (129 Nm) of torque. The power is transmitted to all wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.

The car is painted in matte green. It is equipped with an improved suspension that gives it an additional 150 mm distance from the ground, a new air intake, wider wheel arches for massive Hankook Dynapro MT tires and black bumpers, while a spare wheel is on the fifth door. The interior is done in green with comfortable seats and ZUBR inscription on the header.

The German tuner sells the upgraded Lada Niva Monster for just under 45,000 euros.

Source: ZUBR

Auctions, News

Porsche 911 Carrera RS RSH

Not many Porsche models have been given iconic status, such as the 911 Carrera RS 2.7. It was first presented at the Paris Motor Show in 1972, and one such example was sold at auction.

The Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 is powered by an air-cooled 2.7-liter flat six engine with 210 hp (154 kW) and 188 lb-ft (255 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with a five-speed manual transmission. It reaches 60 mph in 5.6 seconds with a top speed of 150 mph (241 km / h).

After Porsche decided to join the FIA ​​Group 4 GT / Special Sports Car, special lists dictated that the company must produce 500 road examples. This is how the Carrera RS 2.7 model was created. After the world premiere the demand was great so all the cars produced were sold. This led Porsche to produce 1,025 new ones, including only 17 RSH models like this one.

The car has the original Light Ivory color, and has changed several owners so far. In the middle of the eighties, the current owner did a complete restoration. It is equipped with wider fenders, modified bumpers, a new exhaust system, the chassis and engine have been modified, all according to the original specifications.

Source: RMSothebys

News

WRC crash at Monte Carlo without serious consequences

We all know how dangerous WRC races can be, so accidents are not uncommon. One such accident happened at the race in Monte Carlo, but fortunately without fatal consequences.

The accident happened on a narrow mountain road when the driver of a Ford Puma, Adrien Fourmaux, lost control of the vehicle and hit a rock. Due to the force of the impact, the car bounced, broke through the fence and fell into an abyss thirty meters deep. The car suffered extensive damage, but the passenger cage protected the driver and front passenger. They literally walked away from the crash site.

The most advanced technological solutions, as well as high safety standards, have proven to be crucial in the moment of life and death. Great role was played by the vast experience and knowledge of the driver, but also a dose of happiness that is always welcome when things like this happen. It is often said that cats have nine lives, but it seems that Rally Championship drivers also have more than one.

Source: Motorsport.com

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