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Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus 006 And 006 Spyder To Have Retro Looks And Modern Tech

Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus has just released additional images and information regarding its retro 006 Coupe and 006 Spyder sports cars. First previewed in July, the two models take design inspiration from some of the most iconic cars of the 1960s and will utilize bodies made exclusively from carbon fiber. Some of the most eye-catching design… Continue reading Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus 006 And 006 Spyder To Have Retro Looks And Modern Tech

Aspark Begins Taking Pre-Orders for USD 3.6 million Supercar

Japanese car manufacturer, Aspark has begun taking pre-orders for its battery electric supercar, the Owl. The company began taking pre-orders for the battery-electric vehicle at the recent Paris Motor Show. Deliveries are slated to commence mid-2020. Aspark had first launched the Owl at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show and says that its electric supercar can… Continue reading Aspark Begins Taking Pre-Orders for USD 3.6 million Supercar

2,205lbs of downforce and GT3 race suspension confirmed for track-only McLaren Senna GTR as dynamic testing begins

2 Nov 2018 McLaren Senna GTR moves closer to production with confirmation of technical specification 2,205lbs (1,000kg) of downforce; 814bhp (825PS) and 590lb ft torque (800Nm) from twin-turbocharged, 4.0-liter V8 engine Suspension derived from McLaren GT3 race program and Pirelli slick race tires confirm GTR’s track-only status Dynamic prototypes begin running this month as development… Continue reading 2,205lbs of downforce and GT3 race suspension confirmed for track-only McLaren Senna GTR as dynamic testing begins

Q by Aston Martin: ‘DBS 59’ marks legendary 1959 Le Mans win

Q by Aston Martin: 'DBS 59' marks legendary 1959 Le Mans win

Published: Nov 01, 2018

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One of the greatest moments in Aston Martin Lagonda's (AML) illustrious motorsport history is the inspiration for the latest Q by Aston Martin: Commission; the 'DBS 59'

01 November 2018, Gaydon: One of the greatest moments in Aston Martin Lagonda’s (AML) illustrious motorsport history is the inspiration for the latest Q by Aston Martin: Commission; the 'DBS 59'
Inspired by Aston Martin’s historic 1-2 finish in the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans with its iconic DBR1, Aston Martin Cambridge has commissioned a collection of 24 very special DBS Superleggeras – one for every hour of the legendary endurance race. Called the ‘DBS 59’, each is identified by bespoke design features, hand-crafted interiors and graphic elements drawing directly from the DBR1 and the race it so famously conquered.
A marque synonymous with success in the world’s toughest endurance race – the most recent being a dramatic class win for the V8 Vantage GTE in last year’s race – Aston Martin’s outright victory in the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans is the stuff of motorsport legend. Facing stern opposition from works Ferrari and Porsche entries, plus a team of Ecurie Ecosse Jaguars, the David Brown Racing Aston Martin DBR1s fought valiantly to score a famous 1-2 finish in a masterful display of pace, reliability and teamwork.
Since described by Sir Stirling Moss – who helped Aston Martin win the 1959 World Sportscar Championship – as ‘the most important Aston Martin ever produced’, the DBR1 has deservedly attained iconic status. Just five were built between 1956 and 1959, making it one of the rarest Aston Martins ever, and when one last went to auction (at Monterey in 2017) it set a new world record as the most valuable British-made car ever with a sale price of £17.5m ($22.5m).
Immediately identifiable by its timelessly beautiful Aston Martin Racing Green paintwork, the DBS 59 features extensive use of gloss finish Carbon Fibre, most strikingly on the roof, roof strake and painted bonnet louvres. A classic combination of Obsidian Black and Chestnut Tan leather is used throughout the interior, together with fabric inspired by the DBR1 seat material used to trim the ‘DBS 59’s’ seat backs and door inserts. Bronze detailing is strategically deployed around the exterior and interior, with the front grille surround, ‘Superleggera’ bonnet script, rear Aston Martin script and Q Fender Badge amongst the items painted.
Additional Q by Aston Martin detailing include bespoke Saddle Leather Helmet Pods in the rear compartment to hold special ‘DBS 59’ crash helmets, race suits and gloves, and a bespoke ‘DBS 59’ logo embroidered in the seat headrests. Each of the ‘DBS 59s’ will be identifiable by a small painted white roundel adjacent to the side strakes, with each car numbered from 1-24.
Further accessories include period blue race overalls complete with Aston Martin and ‘DBS 59’ logos; replica string-backed racing gloves modeled on those worn by 1959 Le Mans-winning driver Caroll Shelby; replica 1959 race helmet; bespoke 2-piece luggage set to match interior trim; bespoke car cover in Aston Martin Racing Green and featuring white roundels with specific edition number.
The DBR1’s proud genetic legacy is very much evident in the 2018 DBS Superleggera. The fastest and most powerful series production model in Aston Martin’s multi-award winning range, this 211mph, 715bhp Super GT is an inspired combination of imperious performance and impeccable style. Having received the attention of Q by Aston Martin: Commission it is a truly covetable car; one aimed at those who appreciate the lasting significance of DBR1’s historic victory and world-beating contemporary performance and handling of the DBS Superleggera.
Speaking of the ‘DBS 59’, Aston Martin Vice-President and Chief Marketing Officer, Simon Sproule said: “When Aston Martin Cambridge expressed a desire to create a limited run of DBS Superleggeras inspired by the DBR1’s famous Le Mans victory we knew it had to be something special. The soft metallic hue of the Aston Martin Racing Green paintwork is classy and timelessly beautiful; the level of thought and detailing is exceptional. My favourite element on the ‘DBS 59’ are the seat backs that feature fabric inspired by the DBR1 seat material, but there are countless touches that will intrigue and delight”.
The ‘DBS 59’ limited edition is the fourth Q by Aston Martin: Commission from Aston Martin Cambridge, following on from the success of last year's Red Arrows Edition Vanquish S, and the earlier success of V12 Vantage S Spitfire 80 Edition, marking 80 years of the Supermarine Spitfire's first flight, and the Vantage S Blades Edition, developed in collaboration with the Blades Aerobatic Display Team.
‘DBS 59s’ 1 through 24 are available to order now from Aston Martin Cambridge. To place your order please contact Simon Lane at simon.lane@jardinemotors.co.uk.

The ATS GT Launch Edition Packs a Twin-Turbo 3.8-Liter v8 That Makes 730 Horsepower, and the Body Is Carbon Fiber

After showing off the production-spec GT Launch Edition at this year’s Monterey Car Week, Automobili Turismo e Sport Automobili (or simply ATS) is finally offering the general public more information about its limited-edition machine. ATS only plans to build 12 units of the GT Launch Edition as a nod the total production of the 1964… Continue reading The ATS GT Launch Edition Packs a Twin-Turbo 3.8-Liter v8 That Makes 730 Horsepower, and the Body Is Carbon Fiber

Final Form Of SCG 004S Central-Seat Supercar Revealed

Here’s an update on the $400,000 supercar. Just in time for the reveal of the McLaren Speedtail, the spiritual successor of the F1, James Glickenhaus of the Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus posted a rendered video of the upcoming 004S three-seater supercar on his Facebook. This is after the $400,000 supercar was revealed almost a year ago… Continue reading Final Form Of SCG 004S Central-Seat Supercar Revealed

The McLaren Speedtail: a momentous unity of art, technology and velocity

McLaren’s first ‘Hyper-GT’ and the ultimate McLaren road car; harmonizes sleek and seamless beauty with pioneering technologies and extreme performance A car like no other: only 106 will be produced, all of which are already reserved at a price from £1.75million plus taxes Carbon fibre McLaren Monocage body structure unique to the Speedtail envelops McLaren… Continue reading The McLaren Speedtail: a momentous unity of art, technology and velocity

Chinese EV startup Faraday gets nod to raise up to $500m post arbitration

October 26, 2018 Chinese electric vehicle firm Faraday Future can seek financing from sources other than Evergrande Health, according to an interim ruling by a Hong Kong arbitration court in a dispute between the startup and its main investor. The ruling, however, caps the amount of financing at $500 million and stipulates that any fresh… Continue reading Chinese EV startup Faraday gets nod to raise up to $500m post arbitration

The Formula 1 in the vale of tears

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Lamborghini considers Aston Martin Valkyrie rival

Lamborghini boss Stefano Domenicali has confirmed that the firm is considering an “extreme aero” limited-series production car to rival the McLaren Senna and Aston Martin Valkyrie. Such a car would be “in the vein of Centenario and Veneno” – two multimillion-pound hypercars with strictly capped build runs. It could potentially offer an even more aggressive version… Continue reading Lamborghini considers Aston Martin Valkyrie rival