Aston Martin - Repair and Service Redwood City - Aston Martin reportedly plans V-8-powered rival to 296 GTB, Artura supercars - Bosch European Redwood City - (650) 368-3000

 

 

Remember Aston Martin's mid-engine Vanquish supercar unveiled at the 2019 Geneva International Motor Show? Well, it's still coming, albeit with a new name and a V-8 in place of the show car's V-6.

Citing comments made by Aston Martin Chairman Lawrence Stroll, Autocar reported on Monday that the supercar will be revealed in its revised form in the second half of 2023, or one year before deliveries of the Valhalla hypercar start. Deliveries of the supercar will start in 2025, Aston Martin CEO told Motor Authority in February.

Both mid-engine models will have a similar powertrain, specifically a V-8 in a plug-in hybrid configuration. The V-8 will be the familiar 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged engine found in a number of Mercedes-Benz AMG cars. Previously, both the Valhalla and the supercar were to use an Aston Martin-developed V-6, but plans for that engine were dropped following a management reshuffle in 2020.

Aston Martin Vanquish Vision Concept

 

While the Valhalla is expected to have around 1,000 hp, expect the supercar to offer somewhere in the vicinity of 800 hp. Potential rivals like the V-6-equipped Ferrari 296 GTB and McLaren Artura offer up 818 hp and 671 hp, respectively.

Interestingly, Autocar also reported that the supercar will be the basis for a track car and driver development program similar to Ferrari's XX program, which has spawned cars like the 599XX and more recent FXX K. There will even be a one-make race series to rival series like the Ferrari Challenge.

Despite the arrival of these new mid-engine models, Aston Martin has no plans to abandon its front-engine sports cars. The Vantage, DB11 and DBS will all receive successors, possibly with electric power only. However, before the electric transformation happens, Aston Martin will introduce updated versions of its sports cars. They will start appearing later in 2022 and will feature refreshed interiors with the latest user interface technology. The first electric Aston Martin, which will be a sports car, will arrive in 2025.

 source: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1122157_aston-martin-reportedly-plans-v-8-powered-rival-to-296-gtb-artura-supercars

by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
http://www.boscheuropean.com

 

 

 

 

Porsche - Repair and Service Redwood City - Techart's Porsche 911 Carrera GTS is a genuine GT3 alternative - Bosch European Redwood City - (650) 368-3000

 

Germany's Techart has come out with a round of upgrades for the 992-generation Porsche 911 Carrera GTS that has the potential to see the car outmuscle the 911 GT3 on the track.

The stock GTS is already a superb option for buyers looking for a combination of comfort and track capability. Techart's upgrades improve the latter, turning the car into a real track monster.

The upgrades start with engine tuning. The twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter flat-6 sees output dialed to 560 hp and 494 lb-ft of torque, up from 473 hp and 420 lb-ft. This means the sprint from 0-62 mph now takes just 3.1 seconds, versus the stock 3.4 seconds. The top speed also registers at 199 mph, up from the stock 193 mph.

Techart has developed its power upgrade so that the driver can choose to run the car with stock performance (and stock fuel consumption) at the push of a button.

2022 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS by Techart

The suspension has also been tuned and now features adjustable coil-overs that enable not only a firm ride but also a lower ride height, down by as much as 40 millimeters. A front axle lift system is available to handle speed bumps and steep driveways. Completing the chassis are Techart's own forged wheels which measure up to 21 inches and feature center locks.

Techart also offers a fully functional aerodynamics package for the GTS. Developed in a wind tunnel, the package includes a front spoiler, side skirts, and a rear diffuser extension. A carbon-fiber hood (with the option of vents) is also available to help reduce weight. The rear spoiler is an interesting design in that it uses clear struts made from a material called Makrolon. The standard spoiler is a fixed design but Techart offers an active unit.

Inside, Techart offers trim options including Alcantara, leather, traditional heritage fabrics, and of course carbon fiber. For serious track enthusiasts, there's also a FIA-spec six-point harness and roll cage. Techart also offers its own sports steering wheel design that retains all of the features of the stock steering wheel.

Note, many of the updates can also be fitted to other 911 variants.

 source - https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1136469_techart-s-porsche-911-carrera-gts-is-a-genuine-gt3-alternative

by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
http://www.boscheuropean.com