Opel, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and BMW are just a few of the car makers that have participated in the DTM race. But you may not have heard of them before. In 2012, the German manufacturer will be joining the series.
Audi
Audi has confirmed that the R18 will be entering the DTM race series with a brand-new R18 in 2013. The company has spent more than two and a half years developing the engine, and has spent more than 1,000 hours on the dynamometer. Audi's new engine will enable it to compete against other competitors in the DTM class. There are 18 DTM races that take place over nine weekends in Germany, Belgium, and Italy.
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz was very active in 1987. The turbocharged engine of the team made almost half of the car’s power. As a result, Mercedes was awarded an air restriction instead of a penalty weight. The sport was thriving with more factory teams than ever and better professional media. Mercedes could not win any race. They finished third behind BMW Team RBM.
BMW
The BMW DTM race cars are built at two different locations. The Garching plant is the first. Next, the Dingolfing factory is where the new M4 racing cars are being constructed to conform to the GT3 regulations. These cars will compete this year in the DTM. The last two plants are located in Regensburg, Germany. The safety cell in Regensburg is built, and assembly begins in Garching. In September, the FIA homologates race cars.
Opel
Opel Vectra GTS V8's DTM debut will be made this year in the new race series. Volker Stracek, Opel's motorsport director, is also behind this car that will compete at the Nurburgring. Strycek was the winner of the DTM championship in 1984, and the Nurburgring 24-hour race champion in 2003. He also drove Opel Astra V8 Coupe and Vectra GTS V8.
Mercedes-Benz CLK-GTR GT1-class sports car
The CLK-GTR (road-going version) of the acclaimed GT1-class Mercedes-Benz. The car was built in four months between winter 1996-1997. This project was meant to compete against the McLaren F1 GTR. The team spent over one hundred and eighty working days designing, developing and testing the car.
FAQ
What is the fastest race car can accelerate?
The acceleration speed of a race car varies depending upon its weight.
For example, a lightweight car accelerates more quickly than a heavy car.
What is the difference between a road car and a racing car?
Road cars can be driven on public roads. The racing cars were specifically made for competitions such as motorcar racing. They are equipped with aerodynamic features that enable them to accelerate fast and brake easily.
Who is the inventor of car racing?
Charles Brady King, who in 1896 built Long Island's first automobile racecourse. The first auto race took place on July 4th that same year.
Which car racing event has the highest number of spectators
The Indianapolis 500 Mile Race is a huge spectator event. It attracts more than 400,000 spectators every year.
It will take place at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 30th and 31st.
What is a pit stop?
Pit stops are when you give up driving for a bit and allow another person to take the wheel. It's also called a pit lane.
Statistics
- In 2013 Ferrari had an estimated team budget of $470 million, while elite IndyCar teams have an estimated annual budget of $15 million, according to FormulaMoney. (businessinsider.com)
- According to AutoSport, IndyCar's top speeds are 380km/h or 236 mph. (motorbiscuit.com)
- According to FormulaMoney, the design, development, and construction of chassis and engines can cost teams as much as $255 million annually. (businessinsider.com)
- Petty has won 200 NASCAR Cup Series races, a likely unbreakable record, along with a series record seven Cup championships. (frontstretch.com)
- Forget the 200-mph battles of the late 1980s; no one, not even McLaren itself, predicted the inimitable F1 would go as fast as it did. (motortrend.com)
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How To
How to corner quickly
During a race, you want to get your car out of the way of others so you can go faster. This means that everyone must turn before you. If you do this correctly, everyone behind you will have to brake too. They won't be able to see what's ahead of them. You will avoid any collisions with vehicles coming from other directions. So how do I corner quickly?
You must first understand where you are going. If you don’t know where your destination is, you might end up in a completely new place. It's why planning is so important. To see where you are going at any particular moment, make a map. This may seem like a lot, but it will save you a lot more headaches later.
Next, figure out when your turn will be. It's best to begin after passing the first corner. Once you have completed the first corner, your starting point will be known. Now you just need to decide whether you'll use the inside lane or the outside lane.
If you're planning to take the inside lane, you'll want to wait until there's no traffic in front of you. Once you have cleared the traffic ahead of you, then it will be possible to move quickly without worrying about hitting another person. However, once you get into the inside lane you must remain there. You must not drift back to the outside lane. If you do, you could easily hit someone still moving slowly. Keep in mind that if you cross the line dividing the two lanes, you'll lose control of your vehicle and become vulnerable to crashes.
Once you have determined which lane to use, choose a point to turn. This problem can be solved in many ways. Some people prefer to find a gap in the traffic. Others look for a gap in traffic. Some others try to find a point where a road curves around a mountain or hill. Whatever method you choose, remember that you need to be careful not to block the entire road. Traffic jams will be created all over town if you do this.
After you've picked a spot to turn, you need to decide whether you'll be making a sharp left or a gradual curve. A sharper turn can be more challenging than a slow one. However, it takes longer and requires more energy. It also makes it more difficult to properly steer your car. For these reasons, most drivers prefer to make gradual turns.
You must accelerate slowly enough to avoid hitting the car in front. Accelerating too early will cause you to crash into its bumper. Running off the road will be a problem if you accelerate too soon. In either scenario, you could end up losing control of your car or crash. This is why you should accelerate slowly. Start with very little acceleration, and only increase it as you near the edge of the road.
When you've finished cornering, you need to slow down immediately. This is especially true if you're driving in heavy traffic. You risk running over someone else.