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Flying Lizard Motorsports Enters 2012 Rolex 24 At Daytona

The 2012 Rolex 24 At Daytona is shaping up to be a great one, especially in the GT class. With the Audi R8 Grand-Am making its debut and Ferrari now in the mix, the fans are in for a show. An ALMS fan favorite, the Flying LIzard Motorsports team, will now be lining up at the start. Current team members Bergmeister, Long, Neiman will join up with Audi factory driver Mike Rockenfeller.

Flying Lizard Motorsports announced today the entry of the No. 45 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup in GT for the 2012 Rolex 24 At Daytona, January 28-29. The No. 45 will be run in conjunction with Wright Motorsports. The driver lineup is Joerg Bergmeister (Germany), Patrick Long (USA), Mike Rockenfeller (Germany), and Seth Neiman (USA). Bergmeister and Long are Porsche factory drivers and co-drivers of the team’s No. 45 Porsche in the American Le Mans Series. Rockenfeller has been an Audi Factory driver since 2007; this will be his first race with the Lizards since the 2004 Rolex 24, in which he finished second in GT in the No. 74 Porsche. Neiman is Flying Lizard team principal and drives the team’s No. 44 ALMS Porsche.

This will be Flying Lizard’s fourth year at the Rolex 24 At Daytona. In 2011, the GT team fielded their first prototype: the No. 45 Porsche-powered Riley DP. After a promising start from the pole (Bergmeister) and having set the fastest race lap, the No. 45 was retired at hour 23 after a challenging race. In 2010, the No. 67 Flying Lizard/TRG Porsche GT3 Cup finished second in GT. In 2005 the No. 75 Porsche finished thirteenth, and in 2004, the No. 74 Flying Lizard Porsche GT3 Cup was second in GT and third overall.

Bergmeister has won three times here: in GT in 2009 (with Patrick Long), in GT and overall in 2003, and in GT in 2002. He was also the Grand-Am DP champion in 2006. He reflected on the famous circuit: “It’s great to be back at Daytona. I’ve had a lot of success here: three wins, including one overall. And of course, last year, being on the pole in the No. 45 DP was definitely a rush. We’ve also had some tough breaks at this track. In 2011, we were the fastest car on track but weren’t able to translate that into results and in 2010 we had a strong lead until a problem at the end knocked us back to second.” Read more…

2011 Acura RDX – Most Pleasant Compact Crossover

The range of Acura RDX is specially redesigned and manufactured for the year 2011 and now, the latest range of famous 2011 Acura RDX is the currant sensation of vehicle market. It is like a pride of car industry. RDX model is quicker than its every competitor. This fuel – efficient and stylish automotive is better in terms of handling and performance.

In the list of its rivals, the BMW X3, Audi Q5, Volvo XC60 and Mercedes-Benz GLK are included. This luxurious compact – size crossover can comfortably accommodate at least up to four to five passengers. It comes in single trim which is well – equipped with all essential features like heated mirrors, 18 – inch wheels, and privacy glass and so on.

It has some additional facilities like xenon automatic headlamps, cruise control, sunroof, and fog lights etc. by using automatic climate control, passenger and drive can easily create precise temperature in the car. Its well – designed seating arrangement gets leather upholstery, power driver 8 – way seats, and power 4 – way passenger seat.

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Hans-Joachim Stuck announces 24hr Nurburgring entry with sons

During yesterdays VLN’s opening round at the Nurburgring, Hans-Joachim Stuck announced the Stuck family entry for this years 24 hour race in June. The 60 year old father will join his two sons, Johannes and Ferdinand in a Lamborghini Gallardo from Reiter Engineering.

“This is a happy twist of fate. It will be a great challenge in which we defend our families and honor, of course, want to do a good job”

Look for the 3 to contest a few VLN races before then.

BTCC: Tom Onslow-Cole Vlog

AmD Milltek Racing has signed on some fresh blood in the name of Tom Onslow-Cole. If you’re a BTCC fan, you know Tom had an excellent year in 2010 finishing 4th overall in the Championship. In 2011, Tom has taken a leap, moving over to the AmD Milltek Racing team with Shaun Hollamby and their new Golf MKV.

Tom has been keeping a Vlog for sometime on YouTube. Here’s his latest thoughts on the testing from Brands Hatch including track footage. Enjoy!

2011 Acura Cars

In 2011, Acura will come with these cars below:
Acura MDX
There’s something estremely appealing about a vehicle that can go almost anywhere in complete comfort and luxury, but Acura’s MDX was the first to up the ante by adding sports-car handling to the package. A very well-equipped base package includes such niceties as a power moonroof, HID headlights, 18-in. wheels, leather-trimmed interior, tri-zone climate control and Bluetooth telephoe interface.


Acura RDX
Although many consumers purchase an SUV on the slim chance they may ventrure off road, there are just as many who value the roominess and versatility these vehicles offer. The Acura RDX offers something for you, with a choice of front-wheel drive or Super Handling All-Wheel Drive. Standard features are plentiful, include leather-trimmed seats, premium 7-speaker audio system with usb port, and a rearview camera. The available Technology Package adds navigation with Real Time Traffic, 10-speaker Acura/ELS Surround audio system and GPS-linked. Read more…

2011 Acura Cars will come

In 2011, Acura will come with these cars below:
Acura MDX
There’s something estremely appealing about a vehicle that can go almost anywhere in complete comfort and luxury, but Acura’s MDX was the first to up the ante by adding sports-car handling to the package. A very well-equipped base package includes such niceties as a power moonroof, HID headlights, 18-in. wheels, leather-trimmed interior, tri-zone climate control and Bluetooth telephoe interface.

Acura RDX
Although many consumers purchase an SUV on the slim chance they may ventrure off road, there are just as many who value the roominess and versatility these vehicles offer. The Acura RDX offers something for you, with a choice of front-wheel drive or Super Handling All-Wheel Drive. Standard features are plentiful, include leather-trimmed seats, premium 7-speaker audio system with usb port, and a rearview camera. The available Technology Package adds navigation with Real Time Traffic, 10-speaker Acura/ELS Surround audio system and GPS-linked. Read more…

Acura Cars – Reflects Top – Notch Quality

Every model of fuel – efficient and stylish Acura Cars are well – known for its durability and comfort. It successfully reflects luxurious style and top – notch quality. As compared to all other current branded vehicles, these automobiles are better in terms of design, style, and functionality.

Every range of Acura Cars has huge demand due to its impressive exterior and well – equipped interior. If buyers will search on the internet for its authorized dealers, they will definitely get the suitable list of results. Those who are not able to pay for its brand new model are ready to purchase its used version.

The 2001 Acura 3.2CL model is powered by either 2.2 – liter 4 – cylinder engine or by 3.0 – liter V6 engine. The V6 engine is able to pumps out more than 260 hp of maximum energy at 6100 rpm and 232 of torque at 5500 rpm. as per the fuel EPA estimation, it achieves 19 mpg on city roads and 29 mpg on highways.

To enhance its driving capabilities, this powerful engine is mated with standard 5 – speed automatic transmission and double – wishbone suspension. The wheelbase of this model is approximately 106.9 – inches. For the safety of passengers, it has antilock – disc brakes, electronic traction control, and driver and passenger airbags and so on.

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2012 Acura TL

For years, Acura approached the evolution of its vehicles with the deliberate patience of a carpenter wielding a sanding block. Rough mechanical or aesthetic edges were banished not with axe swings, but with small motions that seemed barely perceptible compared to the ranging whims of the competition.

Then the 2009 TL came along. Read more…

2012 Acura TL teased ahead of Chicago 2011 Auto Show debut

Acura is set to debut the revamped 2012 TL sedan at the Chicago Auto Show this week, and the automaker has just released this teaser image, showing the car’s slightly refreshed rump. It doesn’t appear that the rear design has changed too much versus the current TL; this refresh is more than likely similar to the updo that the smaller TSX received for the 2011 model year.

What we’re most curious about, however, is the 2012 TL’s front fascia. Acura’s new corporate face wasn’t too well-received by members of the media when it debuted on the 2009 TL, and we’re curious to see if the angular lines have been smoothed out for the new model year.

Additionally, we’d expect that the sedan’s powertrain options – currently a pair of 3.5- and 3.7-liter V6s – have been refined ever so slightly. We’ll have the full details during this week’s Chicago Auto Show festivities, so stay tuned.
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First Look: 2012 Acura TL in 2011 Chicago Auto Show

Acura’s much-maligned TL has been reinvigorated. With fresh styling and a new six-speed automatic transmission, the refreshed 2012 Acura TL may no longer be the odds-on favorite to make fun of from a design perspective.

The mid-size Acura four-door debuts at the Chicago Auto Show and goes on sale later this year. The five-speed automatic transmission on the TL is gone; for 2012, all automatic-transmission TLs get a six-speed. In front-wheel-drive form, fuel economy is expected to improve from 18/26 mpg city/highway to 20/29 mpg, a noticeable boost.

Acura’s 280-horsepower 3.5-liter V-6 and 305-horsepower 3.7-liter V-6 remain, but the automaker says that optimized gear ratios will make the cars slightly quicker. The new six-speed automatic will also allow double-kickdowns, for example, from fifth to third gear. The six-speed manual transmission is still an option for those who start with the 3.7-liter V-6 and Acura’s “super-handling” all-wheel drive.
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