2012 Lamborghini LP550-2 Gallardo Spyder special limited edition

2012 Lamborghini LP550-2 Gallardo Spyder special limited edition

2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder special edition limited to 250 units in 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show. This version combines astonishing levels of the open-air driving pleasure that can only come from a super car with folding roof and incredibly agile and spontaneous movement. The new Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder optimized to provide better aerodynamics for a more enjoyable and safe driving with the use of specific settings, suspension, aerodynamics adapted to compensate for changes in the balance of power, 45 percent differential Self-locking, and the adoption of electronic transmission. It also has a "perfect adaptation of the ESP stability control system."

"With the Gallardo LP550-2, we are expanding the range of Lamborghini with a purist model, which adds another dimension of driving pleasure. This appeal, in particular, a special group of customers that use the dynamic driving style, real pleasure and I would try to help open air, "says Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini. "This special model with rear-wheel drive is a logical extension of our range of models with all-wheel Spyder".

The most important technical characteristics of the Lamborghini LP550-2 Spyder, the model designation already recognizable - LP stands for longitudinal / rear, center, embedded longitudinally in front of the rear axle. Refers to the 550 horsepower and 2 is a rear wheel drive. At Lamborghini Spyder word means the final synthesis of exciting, highly expressive design, super sports car in the open air the ultimate thrill and fun for all the senses.

Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder LP550-2 with a rear-wheel drive is ideal for the kind of sporty driving style you love the most practical and energetic driving. The installation of pavement to the rear is a reliable and stable at all times while on the front axle steers with high levels of accuracy and limits the movement to an absolute minimum.

2012 Lamborghini LP550-2 Gallardo Spyder special limited edition

With the most powerful V10 engine, controlled oversteer is not a problem, although there is always and only to the extent required by the driver. Its easy management of on-road ESP and assistant designed to make these cars Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder outstanding sports car safe to drive.

To form the unique character of driving pleasure and safety engineers made extensive modifications to Bologna to San Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder LP550-2, developed specifically for these new features. Not only is the disk centered on the rear axle, the car has been completely reconfigured in all its dynamic components. It includes settings for shock absorbers. Aerodynamics have been adjusted to reflect changes in the distribution of forces.

Vehicle to show their wares for the rear axle with a 45 percent differential locks as well as the adoption of electronic transmission. All filled with a fine-tuned ESP stability system. While the standard program puts the priority on stability, the program allows angles derived great course and provides an assessment of the full dynamics of intense LP550-2. All the superior performance of the Gallardo chassis fully maintained - a pleasant bodyroll comfort, as well as its excellent driving stability at high speeds.

2012 Lamborghini LP550-2 Gallardo Spyder special limited edition

2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP550 Engine-2 Spyder will be powered by the same engine found in the sedan: 5.2-liter V10, which provides a total of 550 hp and 398 Nm of torque. Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 unit is connected to the Spyder recently adopted electronic transmission. However, this setting is 3351 pounds Gallardo sprints 0-60 miles / h in 4.2 seconds on the way to a top speed of 198 km / h.

Heart Gallardo - 5.2-liter ten-cylinder engine - also set and its characteristics are optimized for the rear-wheel drive, providing a perfect combination of fun and exciting high-speed, traction, exuberant and powerful melodies in all keys.

With the Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder, Lamborghini expands its line of the most successful of all time (in today's total of 11.800 was built in St. Bologna), with an amazing version, which continues the successful identification of its range . This includes the LP560-4 Spyder, as well as high performance Gallardo LP570-4 Spyder performance, which has a further weight reduction through lightweight carbon fiber technology. The latest version of the coupe versions of the Gallardo LP570-4 Super Trofeo Road - road racing version of the car found in the fastest one-make series racing in the world.

2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-Price 2 Spyder starting price of $ 209,000, not including original shipping charge and $ 2,995 gas guzzler, to go on sale in March 2012.

2012 Lamborghini LP550-2 Gallardo Spyder special limited edition

2012 Lamborghini LP550-2 Gallardo Spyder special limited edition

2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder special edition limited to 250 units in 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show. This version combines astonishing levels of the open-air driving pleasure that can only come from a super car with folding roof and incredibly agile and spontaneous movement. The new Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder optimized to provide better aerodynamics for a more enjoyable and safe driving with the use of specific settings, suspension, aerodynamics adapted to compensate for changes in the balance of power, 45 percent differential Self-locking, and the adoption of electronic transmission. It also has a "perfect adaptation of the ESP stability control system."

"With the Gallardo LP550-2, we are expanding the range of Lamborghini with a purist model, which adds another dimension of driving pleasure. This appeal, in particular, a special group of customers that use the dynamic driving style, real pleasure and I would try to help open air, "says Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini. "This special model with rear-wheel drive is a logical extension of our range of models with all-wheel Spyder".

The most important technical characteristics of the Lamborghini LP550-2 Spyder, the model designation already recognizable - LP stands for longitudinal / rear, center, embedded longitudinally in front of the rear axle. Refers to the 550 horsepower and 2 is a rear wheel drive. At Lamborghini Spyder word means the final synthesis of exciting, highly expressive design, super sports car in the open air the ultimate thrill and fun for all the senses.

Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder LP550-2 with a rear-wheel drive is ideal for the kind of sporty driving style you love the most practical and energetic driving. The installation of pavement to the rear is a reliable and stable at all times while on the front axle steers with high levels of accuracy and limits the movement to an absolute minimum.

2012 Lamborghini LP550-2 Gallardo Spyder special limited edition

With the most powerful V10 engine, controlled oversteer is not a problem, although there is always and only to the extent required by the driver. Its easy management of on-road ESP and assistant designed to make these cars Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder outstanding sports car safe to drive.

To form the unique character of driving pleasure and safety engineers made extensive modifications to Bologna to San Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder LP550-2, developed specifically for these new features. Not only is the disk centered on the rear axle, the car has been completely reconfigured in all its dynamic components. It includes settings for shock absorbers. Aerodynamics have been adjusted to reflect changes in the distribution of forces.

Vehicle to show their wares for the rear axle with a 45 percent differential locks as well as the adoption of electronic transmission. All filled with a fine-tuned ESP stability system. While the standard program puts the priority on stability, the program allows angles derived great course and provides an assessment of the full dynamics of intense LP550-2. All the superior performance of the Gallardo chassis fully maintained - a pleasant bodyroll comfort, as well as its excellent driving stability at high speeds.

2012 Lamborghini LP550-2 Gallardo Spyder special limited edition

2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP550 Engine-2 Spyder will be powered by the same engine found in the sedan: 5.2-liter V10, which provides a total of 550 hp and 398 Nm of torque. Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 unit is connected to the Spyder recently adopted electronic transmission. However, this setting is 3351 pounds Gallardo sprints 0-60 miles / h in 4.2 seconds on the way to a top speed of 198 km / h.

Heart Gallardo - 5.2-liter ten-cylinder engine - also set and its characteristics are optimized for the rear-wheel drive, providing a perfect combination of fun and exciting high-speed, traction, exuberant and powerful melodies in all keys.

With the Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder, Lamborghini expands its line of the most successful of all time (in today's total of 11.800 was built in St. Bologna), with an amazing version, which continues the successful identification of its range . This includes the LP560-4 Spyder, as well as high performance Gallardo LP570-4 Spyder performance, which has a further weight reduction through lightweight carbon fiber technology. The latest version of the coupe versions of the Gallardo LP570-4 Super Trofeo Road - road racing version of the car found in the fastest one-make series racing in the world.

2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-Price 2 Spyder starting price of $ 209,000, not including original shipping charge and $ 2,995 gas guzzler, to go on sale in March 2012.

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

A special variant of the MINI will have its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show, injecting a fresh breeze into the world of motorsports - the new MINI Convertible. The introduction of a general four MINI driving fun with a large open car unique entertainment that you can only feel truly at the wheel of the MINI.
The combination of entertainment with the highest practical value.
Bayswater MINI wear their own sports enthusiasm and extroverted style very much on his sleeve. Kite blue metallic paint has been specially created for the special edition model, and indoor and 17-inch alloy wheels, whether worked well with glossy black finish and RIM, and said edges. Metallic Midnight Black and Eclipse Grey Metallic shades can be ordered for Mini Cooper S and MINI Cooper SD, as an alternative to a new vibrant blue finish. Sporty look the MINI Bayswater highlights contrasting black roof and newly created sport stripes on the hood, the dynamic strip of the windshield. Mirrors must bear the same stripe design - blue car on the right side, green on the left side.

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

"Bayswater" sign adorns the side indicator surrounds, door sills and seats during the day. Punch-leather seats fit in an exclusive color variant Lite Rock anthracite and sports leadership of the party, including metallic brightness and contrast of blue and gray stitching. Two-tone stitching with shift paddles / lever and handbrake sleeve decorated.

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

Other innovative design features in the cab interior Piano Black trim, going out into the street in sports bars across the hood and leather accessories, colors, lines, Lite Rock anthracite, which underlines the elegant character of black survival. The same leather option is also used for the armrests, while the model-specific floor mats Anthracite trim and blue contrast stitching are.
Inside, leather, a lateral direction, metallic luster and black / white contrast stitching - the theme was the handbrake and gear lever transferred. Piano black plastic is also used for some applications. Completion Bayswater Chrome Interior Kit packaging line and Harmon / Kardon audio system.
Bayswater MINI also comes with stainless steel pedals and chrome line interior package includes a package of spices in a range of facilities. Moreover, as the new Special Edition will be equipped with a wide range of topics from the extras when they touch another individual wishes.

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

In keeping with its sporty charisma, MINI Bayswater line for negotiations with powerful motors in the hand. Customers can order a MINI Cooper in Bayswater (90 kW/122 hp) Mini Cooper S (135 kW/184 hp), trim MINI Cooper (82 kW/112 hp) and MINI Cooper SD (105 kW/143 hp) . The Special Edition comes standard with six-speed manual transmission, and šesťrýchlostnú automatic functions in the area of ​​adaptation.

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

Bayswater MINI gets its name from a very busy area of ​​London. Located west of downtown - half way between the hot subject of buying in Knightsbridge and Notting Hill - Bayswater is known for its exceptionally high concentration of bars and restaurants is known, not to mention in the neighborhood, and the famous Hyde Park MINI is still the issue in London most associated with both his home and returned the fascination of life in London. To appoint, in fact, like the MINI and MINI Baker Street, Bayswater in the footsteps of the tradition started in the classic Mini and recently repeated in Camden Mini, Mini and Mini Clubman Mayfair Hampton special edition.

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

A special variant of the MINI will have its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show, injecting a fresh breeze into the world of motorsports - the new MINI Convertible. The introduction of a general four MINI driving fun with a large open car unique entertainment that you can only feel truly at the wheel of the MINI.
The combination of entertainment with the highest practical value.
Bayswater MINI wear their own sports enthusiasm and extroverted style very much on his sleeve. Kite blue metallic paint has been specially created for the special edition model, and indoor and 17-inch alloy wheels, whether worked well with glossy black finish and RIM, and said edges. Metallic Midnight Black and Eclipse Grey Metallic shades can be ordered for Mini Cooper S and MINI Cooper SD, as an alternative to a new vibrant blue finish. Sporty look the MINI Bayswater highlights contrasting black roof and newly created sport stripes on the hood, the dynamic strip of the windshield. Mirrors must bear the same stripe design - blue car on the right side, green on the left side.

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

"Bayswater" sign adorns the side indicator surrounds, door sills and seats during the day. Punch-leather seats fit in an exclusive color variant Lite Rock anthracite and sports leadership of the party, including metallic brightness and contrast of blue and gray stitching. Two-tone stitching with shift paddles / lever and handbrake sleeve decorated.

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

Other innovative design features in the cab interior Piano Black trim, going out into the street in sports bars across the hood and leather accessories, colors, lines, Lite Rock anthracite, which underlines the elegant character of black survival. The same leather option is also used for the armrests, while the model-specific floor mats Anthracite trim and blue contrast stitching are.
Inside, leather, a lateral direction, metallic luster and black / white contrast stitching - the theme was the handbrake and gear lever transferred. Piano black plastic is also used for some applications. Completion Bayswater Chrome Interior Kit packaging line and Harmon / Kardon audio system.
Bayswater MINI also comes with stainless steel pedals and chrome line interior package includes a package of spices in a range of facilities. Moreover, as the new Special Edition will be equipped with a wide range of topics from the extras when they touch another individual wishes.

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

In keeping with its sporty charisma, MINI Bayswater line for negotiations with powerful motors in the hand. Customers can order a MINI Cooper in Bayswater (90 kW/122 hp) Mini Cooper S (135 kW/184 hp), trim MINI Cooper (82 kW/112 hp) and MINI Cooper SD (105 kW/143 hp) . The Special Edition comes standard with six-speed manual transmission, and šesťrýchlostnú automatic functions in the area of ​​adaptation.

Mini Cooper Bayswater 2012

Bayswater MINI gets its name from a very busy area of ​​London. Located west of downtown - half way between the hot subject of buying in Knightsbridge and Notting Hill - Bayswater is known for its exceptionally high concentration of bars and restaurants is known, not to mention in the neighborhood, and the famous Hyde Park MINI is still the issue in London most associated with both his home and returned the fascination of life in London. To appoint, in fact, like the MINI and MINI Baker Street, Bayswater in the footsteps of the tradition started in the classic Mini and recently repeated in Camden Mini, Mini and Mini Clubman Mayfair Hampton special edition.

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

2011 for a private test session at Florida's Daytona International Speedway, the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am will be back in action on 26 and 27 July, after making its track debut at home in Fiorano, completing nearly 50 test laps. Based on Ferrari's European GT3 racecar and co-developed with Michelotto Automobili. MARANELLO, Italy — Ferrari will take the still-evolving Grand Am racing version of its 458 Italia to the Daytona International Speedway early next week, as the Italian automaker continues to develop the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am ahead of its anticipated entry next year in the 2012 Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series.

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

“We are pleased with the performance of the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am,” commented Antonello Coletta, Head of Ferrari Corse Clienti. “Especially when one considers the fact that, after its shakedown in Fiorano, this is its first real test. It has definitely passed the exam and over two days, we completed around 90 laps with any particular reliability problems. Hard to judge its speed, given that we were the only car on track and had no reference point for the times. However, at the moment, this is not a main concern as our primary interest is in evaluating the behavior of the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am in the light of the various modifications made to it, to conform to the series regulations."

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

The Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale owned Ferrari F458 Italia was built specifically for Rolex Sports Car Series competition and completed 174 trouble-free laps at competitive speeds during a two-day session at Daytona International Speedway. "Today was a tremendous improvement over yesterday," said Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale team principal Ronnie Vogel. "We've got good feelings about the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am, and the drivers were very comfortable out there. We had a great time, and now we're really looking forward to the 50th Rolex 24 at Daytona."

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

"We're planning to run two cars in the Rolex 24, and hoping to take delivery of the second car very soon," Vogel said. "We're also working on our driver lineups for the Rolex 24 and next season, and that's being ironed out now."

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

The 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am is built to match the American regulations and is therefore different to the European car, especially in that it develops 500 horsepower and has less efficient aerodynamics than the GT version. It is also fitted with a 48 mm restrictor and maximum revs are 8000. Significant modifications have been made to the braking system, as the car has neither ABS nor traction control.

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

The 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am is fitted with tyres from Continental, the sole supplier to the series, featuring a very hard compound, again to conform with the series regulations. On its shakedown today, it completed a good number of trouble-free laps, 45 to be precise in the hands of Maurizio Mediani and Jaime Melo, as they took turns at the wheel.

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

Daytona recalls many memories of past Ferrari victories in the famous 24 Hour race, the company having close links with this important event. In fact, Ferrari has taken part in 47 of these endurance races, winning five of them outright as well as taking 15 class wins.

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am is a highly innovative cars and sporty, therefore, has a lot of people who can not wait to see the appearance of the Ferrari 458 Italian Grand Am anymore. With a design that has been designed with advanced concepts, will make the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am became more interesting and cool.

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

2011 for a private test session at Florida's Daytona International Speedway, the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am will be back in action on 26 and 27 July, after making its track debut at home in Fiorano, completing nearly 50 test laps. Based on Ferrari's European GT3 racecar and co-developed with Michelotto Automobili. MARANELLO, Italy — Ferrari will take the still-evolving Grand Am racing version of its 458 Italia to the Daytona International Speedway early next week, as the Italian automaker continues to develop the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am ahead of its anticipated entry next year in the 2012 Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series.

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

“We are pleased with the performance of the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am,” commented Antonello Coletta, Head of Ferrari Corse Clienti. “Especially when one considers the fact that, after its shakedown in Fiorano, this is its first real test. It has definitely passed the exam and over two days, we completed around 90 laps with any particular reliability problems. Hard to judge its speed, given that we were the only car on track and had no reference point for the times. However, at the moment, this is not a main concern as our primary interest is in evaluating the behavior of the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am in the light of the various modifications made to it, to conform to the series regulations."

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

The Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale owned Ferrari F458 Italia was built specifically for Rolex Sports Car Series competition and completed 174 trouble-free laps at competitive speeds during a two-day session at Daytona International Speedway. "Today was a tremendous improvement over yesterday," said Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale team principal Ronnie Vogel. "We've got good feelings about the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am, and the drivers were very comfortable out there. We had a great time, and now we're really looking forward to the 50th Rolex 24 at Daytona."

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

"We're planning to run two cars in the Rolex 24, and hoping to take delivery of the second car very soon," Vogel said. "We're also working on our driver lineups for the Rolex 24 and next season, and that's being ironed out now."

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

The 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am is built to match the American regulations and is therefore different to the European car, especially in that it develops 500 horsepower and has less efficient aerodynamics than the GT version. It is also fitted with a 48 mm restrictor and maximum revs are 8000. Significant modifications have been made to the braking system, as the car has neither ABS nor traction control.

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

The 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am is fitted with tyres from Continental, the sole supplier to the series, featuring a very hard compound, again to conform with the series regulations. On its shakedown today, it completed a good number of trouble-free laps, 45 to be precise in the hands of Maurizio Mediani and Jaime Melo, as they took turns at the wheel.

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

Daytona recalls many memories of past Ferrari victories in the famous 24 Hour race, the company having close links with this important event. In fact, Ferrari has taken part in 47 of these endurance races, winning five of them outright as well as taking 15 class wins.

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am

2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am is a highly innovative cars and sporty, therefore, has a lot of people who can not wait to see the appearance of the Ferrari 458 Italian Grand Am anymore. With a design that has been designed with advanced concepts, will make the 2012 Ferrari Sport Cars 458 Italia Grand Am became more interesting and cool.

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

Two months after checking out the A5 DTM racer concept, Audi has whipped out the production model at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. Internally named "R17," the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM will replace the four-door A4 DTM with which Audi has won the DTM title four times since 2004. Codenamed the "R17," the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM replaced the old A4 DTM and is scheduled for homologation on March 1, 2012. Until then, engineers will be busy putting it to some extreme testing. Referred to internally at Audi Sport as the "R17", the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM features a unique hybrid construction coupling a carbon monocoque body and a steel cage forming the cockpit.

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

The new upgraded A5 that is will be arriving at dealerships shortly provides the basis for the new DTM car. “In 2012 new Technical Regulations will come into effect in the DTM,” says Head of Audi Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich. “We’ve got exactly the right model for that in the A5. We’re convinced that we’ll be able to continue Audi’s success story with it in the DTM.”

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

The company was quiet on specifics, but said the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM has a high-strength carbon-fiber monocoque with a steel roll cage that is fully-compliant with the latest safety regulations. Ingolstadt’s new touring model is based on the facelifted New Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM that was presented earlier this week and it complies with the new technical and safety regulations that will come in effect in the German touring model championship next year.

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

The New Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM Concept sports a high-strength carbon-fiber monocoque combined with a steel tube cage. The racing model adopts the current A4 DTM’s V8 engine with some minor changes and an output or around 460-horses. A six-speed transmission will continue to be used as well. Furthermore, power will be provided by a V8 engine - that is adopted from the A4 DTM - with approximately 460 PS (340 kW / 456 PS).

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

“Our engineers have been involved in bringing up safety in the DTM, which had already been high before, to the highest possible level,” explains Dr. Ullrich. “At Le Mans this year we learned again that our concept of designing safety structures is a very good and appropriate one. This is exactly what we’ve been trying to feed into the DTM’s safety concept together with our colleagues from BMW and Mercedes-Benz. This new principle is an outstanding example of what is possible when employees of three premium manufacturers try to achieve a common aim: to get the best possible, lowest-cost and safest vehicle – and a fantastic car in general – off the ground.”

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

The Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM is 5.01 meters long, 1.95 meters wide, and 1.15 meters low, and is completely made in carbon fiber. It is powered by a V8 engine mated to six-speed transmission, now pneumatically operated using paddle shifters in the steering wheel. The shifting events are more precise compared with conventional manual gearshifts and allow the mileage of the unit to be quadrupled to up to 24,000 kilometers. The whole setup delivers a total of 460 HP. The race car has also received a safety fuel tank with a capacity of 120 liters integrated with the carbon fiber cell of the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM that allows the current distance of a DTM race to be covered without a refueling stop.

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

However, it’s under the skin that the biggest changes have been made. The new rules have been designed to cut costs (the main reason that BMW has re-joined the series) but also to make the cars even safer. Which means a carbonfibre monocoque (with an integrated fuel tank) and steel roll cage, together with sidewalls made of a carbon, Zylon and Rohacell hybrid, as the new DTM racers now have to be able to withstand a static load that is four times higher than before. And rather than just the front and rear crash elements of each DTM car being individually crash-tested, the whole vehicle is now fired against a wall to make sure the entire structure is up to scratch.

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

Given the rules of DTM racers, which all have to sport certain identical features such as the 2,750 mm (108 inches) wheelbase, Audi was able to lower costs on the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM development by up to 40 percent. The model will be homologated for March 1st and will compete in the 2012 DTM series against German rivals BMW and Mercedes-Benz. While the renderings show a pre-facelift model, Audi says the production vehicle will closely resemble the 2012 A5 Coupe which is slated to go on sale later this year. Audi has shared a trio of renderings of the New Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM but we’ll get the chance to see the real thing at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

Two months after checking out the A5 DTM racer concept, Audi has whipped out the production model at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. Internally named "R17," the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM will replace the four-door A4 DTM with which Audi has won the DTM title four times since 2004. Codenamed the "R17," the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM replaced the old A4 DTM and is scheduled for homologation on March 1, 2012. Until then, engineers will be busy putting it to some extreme testing. Referred to internally at Audi Sport as the "R17", the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM features a unique hybrid construction coupling a carbon monocoque body and a steel cage forming the cockpit.

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

The new upgraded A5 that is will be arriving at dealerships shortly provides the basis for the new DTM car. “In 2012 new Technical Regulations will come into effect in the DTM,” says Head of Audi Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich. “We’ve got exactly the right model for that in the A5. We’re convinced that we’ll be able to continue Audi’s success story with it in the DTM.”

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

The company was quiet on specifics, but said the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM has a high-strength carbon-fiber monocoque with a steel roll cage that is fully-compliant with the latest safety regulations. Ingolstadt’s new touring model is based on the facelifted New Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM that was presented earlier this week and it complies with the new technical and safety regulations that will come in effect in the German touring model championship next year.

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

The New Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM Concept sports a high-strength carbon-fiber monocoque combined with a steel tube cage. The racing model adopts the current A4 DTM’s V8 engine with some minor changes and an output or around 460-horses. A six-speed transmission will continue to be used as well. Furthermore, power will be provided by a V8 engine - that is adopted from the A4 DTM - with approximately 460 PS (340 kW / 456 PS).

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

“Our engineers have been involved in bringing up safety in the DTM, which had already been high before, to the highest possible level,” explains Dr. Ullrich. “At Le Mans this year we learned again that our concept of designing safety structures is a very good and appropriate one. This is exactly what we’ve been trying to feed into the DTM’s safety concept together with our colleagues from BMW and Mercedes-Benz. This new principle is an outstanding example of what is possible when employees of three premium manufacturers try to achieve a common aim: to get the best possible, lowest-cost and safest vehicle – and a fantastic car in general – off the ground.”

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

The Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM is 5.01 meters long, 1.95 meters wide, and 1.15 meters low, and is completely made in carbon fiber. It is powered by a V8 engine mated to six-speed transmission, now pneumatically operated using paddle shifters in the steering wheel. The shifting events are more precise compared with conventional manual gearshifts and allow the mileage of the unit to be quadrupled to up to 24,000 kilometers. The whole setup delivers a total of 460 HP. The race car has also received a safety fuel tank with a capacity of 120 liters integrated with the carbon fiber cell of the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM that allows the current distance of a DTM race to be covered without a refueling stop.

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

However, it’s under the skin that the biggest changes have been made. The new rules have been designed to cut costs (the main reason that BMW has re-joined the series) but also to make the cars even safer. Which means a carbonfibre monocoque (with an integrated fuel tank) and steel roll cage, together with sidewalls made of a carbon, Zylon and Rohacell hybrid, as the new DTM racers now have to be able to withstand a static load that is four times higher than before. And rather than just the front and rear crash elements of each DTM car being individually crash-tested, the whole vehicle is now fired against a wall to make sure the entire structure is up to scratch.

Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM

Given the rules of DTM racers, which all have to sport certain identical features such as the 2,750 mm (108 inches) wheelbase, Audi was able to lower costs on the Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM development by up to 40 percent. The model will be homologated for March 1st and will compete in the 2012 DTM series against German rivals BMW and Mercedes-Benz. While the renderings show a pre-facelift model, Audi says the production vehicle will closely resemble the 2012 A5 Coupe which is slated to go on sale later this year. Audi has shared a trio of renderings of the New Audi Sport Cars Concept Audi A5 DTM but we’ll get the chance to see the real thing at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show in September.