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I will try my best to provide detailed info on various cars and what is like to live with them, I have already produced a few for Jaguar-car-forums, I will do my best to be unbiased, but it will be hard for some cars. I will re-produce press releases and copy from other motoring news.
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Saturday, 26 November 2016

Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster available from £110,145 topping out at £143,245 for the GT R model.

  • Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster available from £110,145
  • Range-topping Mercedes-AMG GT R costs £143,245
The new Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster is now on sale, priced from £110,145. The AMG GT C Roadster starts at £139,445, while the AMG GT R is available from £143,245.
The GT range features a 4.0-litre biturbo V8 engine; in the GT Roadster this generates 476 hp, while the GT C Roadster adds an additional 81 hp (557 hp). 
The GT Roadster can sprint from 0 to 62 mph in 4.0 seconds, while in the GT C Roadster it takes just 3.7 seconds. The GT Roadster emits 219 g/km of CO2 and delivers up to 30.1 mpg on the combined cycle, meanwhile the GT C Roadster emits 259 g/km and can achieve 24.8 mpg.

Both roadsters come with a three-layer fabric roof available in one of three colours (black, beige or dark red) at no extra cost. The roof opens or closes electrically in around eleven seconds, and can be operated at speeds of up to 31 mph.
The GT Roadster comes as standard with 19-inch alloy wheels; AMG Panamericana grille; wind deflector; AMG performance exhaust system; heated AMG sports seats with Airscarf; and black Nappa leather upholstery.
The GT C Roadster has 19/20-inch alloy wheels (front/back); Burmester surround sound; Parktronic with reversing camera; AMG sports seats with Airscarf; Keyless-Go package; Active Air Control system (flaps in the lower front bumper adjust according to the vehicle speed – thus increasing high-speed stability and reducing drag); AMG Panamericana grille; AMG performance steering wheel finished in Nappa leather and Dinamica microfibre; and red brake calipers with ‘AMG’ lettering.
The Premium equipment line costs £4,195 (standard on GT C Roadster), and includes Keyless-Go package; Mirror package; door sill panels in brushed stainless steel with ‘AMG’ lettering; Burmester surround sound system; Parktronic with reversing camera.
The new Mercedes-AMG GT R
At the top of the GT range, the AMG GT R Coupé generates 585 hp and 700 Nm and can travel from 0 to 62 mph in 3.6 seconds. It emits 259 g/km of CO2 and delivers a combined fuel economy of 24.8 mpg.
The GT R comes as standard with AMG sports bucket seats; carbon fibre roof; AMG Panamericana grille; AMG GT R bodystyling; yellow brake calipers; AMG performance exhaust system; static rear aerofoil; AMG sports bucket seats; 19/20-inch alloy wheels (front/back); Parktronic, AMG Interior Night package (including: black door sills; steering wheel gear shift panels in black; black inserts below head restraints; black strut in the luggage compartment); sports tyres; and AMG performance steering wheel in black Dinamica microfibre.
The Premium package is also available on the AMG GT R – for £4,195 – with the addition of heated seats.
The AMG Track package costs £1,685 and adds four point seat belt harnesses; a fire extinguisher; and a roll cage. Carbon ceramic brakes can be added for £5,995.
For £595, customers can add the Lane Tracking package which includes Blind Spot Assist and Lane Keeping Assist. Alternatively, for £1,695, the Driving Assistance package adds Distronic Plus and the Pre-Safe system – in addition to the contents of the Lane Tracking package.
The AMG green hell magno paint – as seen from the car’s launch – is a £7,500 option. Yellow seat belts are also optionally available for £395.
The AMG Carbon Fibre package costs £3,895 and adds exterior styling details with a carbon fibre finish. The AMG Matt Black Carbon Fibre Trim package costs £2,995 and adds Carbon Fibre,  detailing to the interior trim.
Pricing for the Mercedes-AMG GT range:
Model                                                  OTR price
Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé                     £98,195
Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster                 £110,145
Mercedes-AMG GT S Coupe                  £111,495
Mercedes-AMG GT C Roadster              £139,445
Mercedes-AMG GT R Coupé                  £143,245

Saturday, 13 February 2016

BMW M Division & MotoGP continues their partnership, with the M2 being utilised as the safety car for the 2016 season.

MotoGP and BMW M Division: these two partners have formed an ideal combination for almost two decades. MotoGP is the pinnacle of motorcycle racing and features the best riders in the world on high-performance racing prototypes, in the development of which the manufacturers implement their latest technological ideas. 

High-performance and motorsport genes – attributes, with which BMW M Division is also synonymous. Since 1999, BMW M has been a permanent member of the international MotoGP family. The successful partnership with organiser Dorna Sports has grown consistently over the years, and is set to continue to run well into the future. In 2014, 
Dorna Sports and BMW M Division extended their cooperation up to and including 2020. Partnerships like this, which span decades, are extremely rare in top-class international sport.
At the heart of the commitment is the provision of the Safety Car fleet. BMW M implements the latest technology in order to guarantee the safety of the MotoGP riders, whatever the conditions. 
The Safety Cars are high-performance BMW M cars, whose outstanding driving properties make them the perfect foil to any challenges out on the racetrack. The latest example is the BMW M2 MotoGP Safety Car, which makes its debut this season. 
The Safety Cars are specially modified at the BMW M factory for their use as lead cars on the motorcycle racing scene. The same goes for all the other vehicles in the fleet.
BMW M Division’s commitment to MotoGP also includes numerous other activities. Since 2003, the BMW M Award has been presented at the end of the season to the best MotoGP qualifier. 
The BMW M MotoGP Experience allows visitors to experience the fascinating world of MotoGP up close and personal. BMW M MotoGP experts offer exclusive, first-hand insights. On selected Grand Prix weekends, BMW M Division presents its latest models and products with on-site campaigns.
BMW M2 MotoGP SAFETY CAR. 
Technical Data. 
Engine: Inline six-cylinder engine 
Capacity: 2,979 cc Output: 272/370 kW/bhp 
Acceleration: 0–100 km/h: 4.3 seconds (with M DTC) (Fuel consumption, combined (M DTC): 7.9 l/100 km; 
CO2 emissions, combined: 185 g/km 
Modifications for the BMW M2 MotoGP Safety Car. 
  •  BMW M Performance exhaust system with carbon finishers 
  •  BMW M Performance carbon side skirts 
  •  BMW M Performance front grille high-gloss black 
  •  BMW M Performance Air Breather high-gloss black 
  •  BMW M Performance carbon mirror caps 
  •  BMW M Performance carbon aerodynamic kit front (blades) 
  •  BMW M Performance carbon rear diffusor 
  •  Front flap CFK/GFK underframe (newly developed) 
  •  Carbon rear wing with closed mounts 
  •  BMW M Performance coilover suspension 
  •  Carbon ceramic brake (prototype) 
  •  Michelin Cup tyres 
  •  Bonnet with "motorsport lock" 
  •  Fuel suction pump 
  •  Battery master switch 
  •  Flashing corona headlight rings 
  •  LED lights on the roof with bracket (newly developed) 
  •  LED lights in the front grille 
  •  LED lights in the rear lights 
  •  RECARO racing seats with Schroth belts 
  •  Roll cage  Fire extinguisher with bracket 
  •  BMW M Performance alcantara steering wheel 
  •  BMW M Performance carbon fibre interior trim 
  •  BMW M Performance stainless steel pedal pads 
  •  BMW M Performance floor mats