Sunday, February 15, 2009
Mazda RX-8 Speed Car
MAZDASPEED Motorsports Development today announced the continuation of its partnership with Florida-based SpeedSource, Inc. to produce a Grand American Road Racing Association Rolex Series GT-class Mazda
"Mazda has always been a leader in both amateur and professional motorsports," said Steve Sanders , manager, MAZDASPEED Motorsports Development. "Developing a Grand Am GT-legal car is the next step in expanding our already successful Grand Am program. And expanding our support to competitors interested in racing the RX-8 at the next level is a logical extension of our motorsports program."
Renowned chassis developer Riley Technologies worked closely with SpeedSource to design the steel tube-frame chassis. A six-speed EMCO sequential transaxle puts the three-rotor power to the wheels.
Downing/Atlanta was responsible for developing the high-strength carbon-fiber body panels that mimic the shape of the Mazda RX-8 street car, except with a no-nonsense racing stance. In addition, the body develops considerably greater downforce than the stock body would, while minimizing drag.
The 20B three-rotor engine is the cornerstone of Mazda's Grand Am GT RX-8 program. With its compact size and light weight, the rotary engine brings with it a vast history in sprint and endurance racing. Revving to over 9,000 rpm, the 20B rotary engine will sound quite unlike any other engine on the grid.
Coordinating the development for SpeedSource, Inc was team owner Sylvain Tremblay. Tremblay and staff are an experienced Grand American team, with a long history with Mazda and extensive knowledge and experience in tuning and racing rotary engines. Tremblay's SpeedSource team took top honors with their Mazda RX-8 in the Grand Am Street Touring division, winning the driver's and manufacturer's championships.
Being able to offer these high quality components to race teams from a single source simplifies the entire build process. Components ranging from a bare chassis to a complete car can be purchased from SpeedSource. A complete car, including chassis, full drivetrain and engine management system, suspension, wheels, tires and bodywork is priced from $280,000. Comparable racecars are priced higher, yet may provide lower performance.
MAZDASPEED Motorsports Development also will be offering the Downing/Atlanta bodywork panels as well as the Mazda 20B rotary engine on a made-to-order basis. MAZDASPEED Motorsports Development will offer a lucrative contingency awards program for the RX-8 in Grand-Am GT for the 2006 season.
Story by Mazda Motor Corporation
Kicherer Audi RS-Street
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The wonderful 22“ rims are the perfect fit for the wheel arches and, since the tires are larger now, they improve the all-wheel racer’s road grip immensely.
The final sporty accent is made by the KICHERER exterior components made of genuine carbon. The kit consists of mirror shells, a front lip with flap and a corresponding rear diffuser which is also made of that precious material.
If the customer likes, the two-colour design will bring the Kicherer Audi RS-Street overall package
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Story by Kicherer Press Release
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