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Nurburgring Nordschleife News Flash.
The easy way to be updated about Nurburgring news stories, articles and gossip.
16/02/2012
09/02/2012
£330,000 Aston Martin Zagato Specifications are out. Aston Martin plans to build only 150 of Zagato. Even though the Aston Martin Zagato is not on sale yet it has already competed in several races, including the 24-Hour race on the Nurburgring Nordschleife. The Aston Martin Zagato is powered by a 5.0-liter V12 engine, which has an output of 510 bhp at 6500 rpm and 570 Nm (420 lb ft) at 5750 rpm. The Aston Zagato is able to go from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 4.2 seconds and can go on to a top speed of 190 mph (305 km/h).
7/02/2012
Episode 3 of Top Gear on Sunday the 12th of February should be a great one !
30/01/2012
New M6 is scheduled to debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. It has been seen undergoing tests at the Nurburgring, the new M6 will have the same 560 hp from a 4.4-liter turbocharged V8, just like the M5. However, unlike the M5, the coupe will have a carbon fiber roof, as well as other components in order to offer reduced weight. The reductions in weight translates into a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) sprint time of 4.2 seconds.
24/01/12
18/01/2012
Members of the German touristenfahrerforum.de joined forces to clean up the Brünchenn area of the Nordschleife. The discarded waste was left behind by fans too lazy to dispose of waste properly. The junk included a burnt out caravan. Please the Eifel area clean and tidy.
Have a look at the beautiful Eifel region and see why we should keep it clean.
09/11/2011
07/11/11
A 1937 BMW 328 Roadster owned by Lothar Schuettler of Darnestown, Md. Took Best of Show honours at the Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival & Concours d'Elegance. The 328 Roadster which cost $2,792 when new was first owned by German race driver Baron Fritz Huschke von Hanstein and is one of only 18 cars that were painted black that year. The baron drove the car to victories at famous circuits such as the Nürburgring, Hockenheim and Le Mans.
06/11/11
Price hike for lapping the ring in 2012.
04/11/2011
01/11/11
Next generation Mercedes-Benz SL-Class spotted at the Nurburgring, With very little camouflage still fitted to the car, the new pictures show a new aluminum body with culptured doors. The 2013 Mercedes-Benz will feature a sharper and more upright nose similar to the new SLK an CL released earlier in the year. The sports car will be larger, lighter up to 100kg and powered by a new twin-turbo V8 engine producing up to 435hp.
28/10/11
Racing McLaren MP4-12C GT3 spotted testing on the Nürburgring. Getting ready for the 2012 racing season, the GT3 features an aerodynamic body kit with a new front splitter, revised side skirts and a massive rear wing. Other highlights include a carbon fiber monocoque chassis, Akebono brakes and a limited slip rear differential. Power comes from a twin-turbo 3.8-liter V8 engine which has been detuned to produce 500 PS (368 kW / 493 hp). It is connected to a six-speed sequential transmission which weighs 80 kg (176 lbs) less than the seven-speed gearbox used in the standard model.
27/10/11
Nissan's GT-R will receive a increase in power for the 2012 model. The estimates are to be around 550-hp, while the right-hand-drive markets will receive an asymmetric suspension setup. Nissan claims that the 2012 car was faster throughout the track at Silverstone and because of that data, Mizuno believes that the 2012 GT-R could be 7-8 seconds faster than the 2011 lap time of 7 minutes and 24 seconds.The current production car Nurburgring record holder is the Viper ACR with a 7:12 time.
26/10/11
McLaren MP4-12C has taken to the Nürburgring’s Nordschleife and clocked an unofficially time of 7min 28secs. Horst von Saurma of Sports Auto piloted the 592bhp McLaren. His fastest recorded lap in the Ferrari 458 Italia was 7:38, which is 10 seconds slower than the McLaren while his runs in Porsche’s GT2 RS and the Gmpert Apollo clocked at 7:24 earlier this year remain unbeaten.
25/10/2011
Sabine Schmitz to put prototype Bowler EXR through its paces at Top Gear Live.The Bowler EXR is the first of three cars the German racing driver will drivearound the track during the 80-minute show. Based on Land Rover technology and with up to 500 bhp, the EXR will sprint from 0-60 mph in just 4.2 seconds.
21/10/2011
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black series is testing on the Nurburgring. With bedplate construction and dry-sump lubrication, the SLS’s M159 naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V-8 should produce well over 600 hp. Power will be fed to the rear wheels through a strengthened seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. This car will easily break 200 mph and sprint to 60 in less than 3.5 seconds.
20/10/2011
The 2014 BMW M3 F30 shows up on the Nürburgring missing it's power bulge from the bonnet. Most reports speculate the fifth generation M3 will introduce a new 450 horse 3.0-liter inline-six with either two or perhaps even three turbochargers. A 6-gear manual or an optional seven-speed dual clutch transmission will transfer all those ponies to the rear axle.
20/10/2011
The 2013 Range Rover is testing on the Nurburgring showing the Brits have plans for serious dynamic changes on their flagship vehicle. It has a modified version of Jaguar's XJ platform with composite materials for certain panels creating a car 400 kg lighter.
19/10/2011
Audi's R8 GT is to be facelifted with new front end and some slight power increases for the V8 and V10. Expected it to be unveiled sporting a double-clutch gearbox in the Spring of 2012.
A new Audi R8 is coming in 2014 and will be lighter and stiffer. Other significant change to come with the next generation is the replacement of V8s with turbocharged V6 units.
19/10/2011
Roding has been spotted testing a new version of it's Roadster on public roads at the Nurburgring. The engine is a turbocharged six-cylinder engine producing around 220kW of power and 400Nm of torque. It may not sound a lot but the carbon fibre chassis structure with aluminium sub-frames only weigh 950kg. Expect the roadster to be unveiled in full during the first half of 2012.
17/10/2011
Mercedes-Benz is working flat out to finalize the development of the new 2012 SL. The vehicle has been stretching it's legs on the Nurburgring with a fresh range of engines. They are the 3.5-liter V6 from the SLK and a new 4.6-liter twin-turbo V8 unit. The car will carbon fibre incorporated into it's design to keep weight to a minimum.
16/10/2011
Toyota has announced that its motorsports division in Germany, the unit that set the lap record for electric vehicles on the Nürburgring in August, is to develop a hybrid racecar to compete on the 2012 FIA World Endurance Championship circuit, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
16/10/2011
Mercedes-Benz Classic Center has restored a 'Fintail' 1964 Benz model to compete in the long-distance FHR race on October 22nd and 23rd at the Nürburgring. The classic is based on 220 SE model (W 111 series) with the inline six-cylinder unit in original spec: 2.2 liters delivering 120 PS (88 kW / 118 hp) and 189 Nm (139 lb-ft) of torque. Transmission is a four-speed manual with floor shift with the single-plate dry clutch. Top speed is 170 km/h (106 mph). The 'Fintail' will be driven by British journalist Andrew Frankel and Klaus Ludwig, a former touring car driver.
16/10/2011
Hyundai has made a special edition prototype Genesis Coupe called the Hurricane SC. It's 3.8 liter V6 engine has a Magnuson supercharger with a liquid to air intercooler. The output is a staggering 450 hp. The IsoTorque differential, Brembo six piston brakes and Nurburgring tuned Bilstein monotube shock absorbers/springs with adjustable ride height should keep to things in check. Rhys Millen Racing (RMR) produced the body kit. The 19-inch wheels and tyres are by Enkei and Hankook.
16/10/2011
Aston is working on the 2014 Vantage. The test mule was spotted near the Aston Martin Nürburgring Test Centre. The new car appears to have wider skirts and is rumored to be built on a lighter version of the VH aluminum platform. The 4.7liter V8 and 6.0 liter V12 engines will be upgraded to produce more power and fewer emissions. A six pot is being considered as well.
15/10/2011
Tuning firm Hennessey has released the HPE650 Camaro. The supercharged muscle car packs a helpful 655 horsepower. The power unit features new cams, replacement headers and intake/exhaust upgrades. The hot Camaro will sprint to 100 km/h in around 3.8 seconds and cover the quarter mile in 11.7 seconds. It was of course developed using an excellent 12.9 mile test track.
15/10/2011
The Toyota FT-86 is the vehicle which will follow in the Lexus LFA's footsteps. Its camouflaged racing version make its motorsport debut this Saturday in Germany.The prototype, developed by Gazoo Racing, will compete in the German VLN series on the Nurburgring.
14/10/2011
The latest 2013 Mercedes S-Class mule has been testing on the Nürburgring. It's design was inspired by the 2010 Mercedes F800 Style Concept. The rumored engine line-up for the S Class will include a twin turbo 4.6L V8 engine producing 429 HP, a twin turbo 5.5L V12 delivering 510 HP, and an AMG twin turbo 5.5L V8 getting between 536 HP and 550 HP. Performance and luxury in equal measure will surely be the order of the day.
14/10/2011
Audi will be releasing it's small but punchy RS1 next year. The car was spotted testing on the Nurburgring and is rumoured to have the 2.0-liter TFSI from the Golf GTI. The hot VW, "only" has 210 hp in Euro-spec, but the RS1 is likely to produce about 250 hp. The RS1 will share the new PQ25 platform with the upcoming Polo R. Audi’s seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission will help it sprint to 60mph in under 6 seconds.
12/10/2011
The rapid Audi RS5 is set to go topless with the release of the upcoming Audi RS5 Cabriolet which was spotted testing at the Nurburgring yesterday. The engine note was great in tintop form so things can only sound better with the roof down.
12/10/2011
Mercedes Benz will be launching the C63 AMG Black sedan very soon. It has been spotted testing at the Nurburgring racing track. The four door saloon will have 510 horses from its 6.2 liter V8 engine. The car should sprint the 0 to 60 miles per hour run in a little over 4 seconds.
11/10/2011
The new 2013 BMW 3-Series makes its debut this Friday, October 14th. The Touring version is already setting test laps at the Nurburgring. Great news for all the BMW drivers who need a little more space.
07/10/2011
The 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster has been spotted testing at the Nurburgring. An interesting fact is it may have a simple manually operated folding soft-top. This should ensure the car remains light and affordable. The engine bhp figures should remain the same as the Coupe with 121, 181, and 208 horsepower versions.
27/09/2011
The British GT series is considering an race at the Nurburgring in 2012. The championship is usually held at Belgian venue Spa but could hold it's international trip at the ‘Ring next season. Championship boss Benjamin Franassovici confirmed that the circuit is being considered.
26/09/2011
Lucas Luhr won the VLN long distance series at the Nürburgring with team driver Arno Klasen. The German won the 8th round of the VLN championship around the Nordschleife after a race-long battle with the Phoenix Audi R8 LMS driven by Christopher Haase/Frank Stippler.
The action was tense in the final 15 minutes as Luhr had to pit for a splash and dash. Frank Stippler could not take advantage as he spun off on oil on last lap, gifting the win to the Manthey Porsche drivers. Arno Klasen collected his 25th win in the Nordschleife racing series.
Porsche Cup driver René Rast finished 3rd with Hans Giedo Riegel and Mike Stursberg. The second Phoenix R8 LMS driven by Basseng and Mies started from the pitlane after a practice crash, but retired early on. Chris Mamerow and Armin Hahne Mamerow SLS AMG Mercedes GT3 also crashed during practice. Toyota Gmbh were experimenting with two brand new Lexus IFA’s entered by Gazoo Racing.
26/09/2011
The new generation of the Nissan GT-R is expected on the Nurburgring next month. No concrete details about the spec yet.
26/09/2011
When the Electric RaceAbout now holds the lap record for a road-legal electric car on the Nürburgring Nordschleife setting a bridge to gantry time of 8:42.72. The carbon fibre vehicle produces 400 horsepower from its four electric motors and is fed by a 33-kWh lithium-titanate battery pack.
25/09/2011
The Camaro ZL1 is being developed at the Nurburgring. The ZL1 being was put through its paces on the Nordschleife. It's supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine has 580 hp and a peak torque of 556 lb-ft (754 Nm).
25/09/2011
Goodyear Dunlop Tires Germany officially opened its tyre test centre in Meuspath, near the world-famous Nürburgring racetrack. The 600 square metre facility features the latest equipment and will employ up to 15 test personnel during peak period.
23/09/2011
German car maker Porsche has managed to improve its new 911 by reducing weight to improve economy and performance. The 2012 Porsche Carrera S achieved a lap time around the Nurburgring of 7 minutes and 40 seconds which is 13 seconds faster than the old model. Its powerered by a 3.8-litre boxer engine that produces 400 HP and takes 4.3 seconds to sprint from 0 to 100 Km/h (4.1 seconds with the Sport Plus Chrono Pack). The car that set the time had the PDK dual clutch automatic transmission and the latest Dynamic Chassis Control system which is a hydraulically activated anti-roll bar system.
21/09/2011
The new 2012 998 Porsche 911 has taken to the Nordschleife beating the 997 model by 13secs. With a time of 7mins 40 which is good enough to beat the 997 GT3 i can't wait for the GT3 and GT2 models to see what they can post but we will probably have a bit of a wait to find out.
20/09/2011
Jaguar’s prototype 2013 XE mule has been spotted on the ring. Similar to the C-X16 Concept the XE is a shorter wheelbase version of the XK. The mule had changes to it’s front and rear fascias giving the XE its own style. The 2013 XE will be a Porsche Cayman rival.
19/09/2010
The prototype Lexus LS, a rival to BMW’s 7 and Audi’s S8 has been lapping the Nurburgring. Not much is truly known about the car but it should have a 4.4 or 5.0 litre V8 plus a hybrid model.
19/09/2011
Audi’s new RS4 Avant is due to arrive in May 2012. It has been spotted at the Nurburgring. It has the RS5's 4.2-litre V8 producing 444bhp and 325lb ft. It has a seven-speed twin-clutch transmission. It will meet EU5 emissions from mid-2013 onwards.
18/09/2011
Audi’s Q3 has been pounding the ring with a 300bhp 2.5 ltr TFSI engine. The up and coming 2013 A6 Quattro Allroad means Audi’s 4x4 range won’t be shy of pace in the future.
18/09/2011
BMW’s answer to Audi’s A7 and Merc’s CLS has been spotted testing on the Nordschleife. The new 6-series Gran Coupe is a mighty 5 meters long but only 1400mm high. A full 10cm lower than a 5 series.
17/09/2011
Honda announced it would no longer build its NSX sports car six years ago. A lighter, more petite NSX replacement has been spotted testing on Germany’s Nurburgring. Are Honda going to release a new NSX. We certainly hope so.
11.09.2011
Audi’s new hardtop racing version of its hottest TT model has 380-horsepower through the front wheels. It has already won its class in the Nürburgring 24-Hour race and is legal for the VLN's SP4T class. The lack of Quattro hasn't compromised the car.
It will cost €180,000, but comes with "optimal support to owners”
11/09/2011
Photographers have shot the Cadillac ATS undergoing testing at the Nürburgring. The car has lost a lot of it's camouflage revealing the design of the front grille and rear tailpipes, amongst other elements. Elvis would have been proud.
12/11/2011
The Mégane Renaultsport 265 Trophy has just claimed the lap record (8 minutes 8 secs) for a front-wheel-drive production car around the Nordschleife. Powered by the a 2.0-litre turbocharged unit with increased turbo boost to give 261bhp and a mighty 360Nm. The 0-60mph time is six seconds flat. The top speed is 158mph.
12/11/2011
Which £330,000 510bhp V12 Aston hasn't got a proper interior yet?
Aston Martin's V12 Zagato made its debut at the Frankfurt motor show. The exterior looks production ready but the interior is spartan to say the least. The car is actually one of the two Zagatos that took part in the Nurburgring 24 Hours. Only 150 of these special cars will be produced in 2012.
16/09/2011
Dodge decides 7mins 14 isn't quite quick enough by the Lexus LFA Nurburgring edition, so decided to take a Viper ARC to the ring. The result and title back with them with a 7 mins 12.
09/09/2011
Film director Ron Howard was filming at the Nurburgring for his latest film called Rush. It's about Formula 1. Set in the 1970's the film aims to tell the story of Niki Lauda and James Hunt. We can't wait to see it !
09/09/2011
A Toyota electric car called the TMG EV P001 set a new lap record for EVs of 7 minutes, 48 seconds around the mighty 13-mile Nürburgring race course in Germany. Quite a bit faster than the previous record of 9:08.
08/09/2011
The Lexus LFA, equipped with the Nürburgring Package has lapped the famous Nordschleife in a staggering 7.14. The time was confirmed by video footage.
08/09/2011
The famous race driver Claudia Hürtgen takes a group of M fans aboard the new F10M "M5" and around the Nurburgring race track. It was a special treat because the car is not available until 2012.
08/09/2011
The Germans at Motorrad have taken the Kawasaki ZX-10R and test driver Tim Rothig from Bridgestone and set them loose upon the grueling Nurburgring. While the time of 7:50 might not seem fast compared to the latest supercars, it takes a great deal of skill and nerve to achieve on 2 wheels.
19/08/2011
The 2013 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabrio has been spotted testing on the Nordscheife. It should be one quick Porker if the rumours about the engines specs are true. The turbocharged flat-six has 550 PS (405kW / 542 hp) connected to a seven-speed manual or a PDK transmission.
10/08/2011
The new 2012 BMW F10M M5 was spotted at the Nurburgring. The new M5 has a 4.4 litre V8 Twin turbo engine. An active M differential and electronic dampers. It will accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, reach 200 km/h in 13 seconds. Let's see how fast it goes from the Bridge to the Gantry.
09/08/2011
The ERA Electric Raceabout prototype was spotted at the Nürburgring.Created by the Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, the Raceabout has a carbon fibre chassis and four electric motors. The power output of the car is 268 hp and 737 lb-ft of torque. It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in six seconds and has a top speed of 124 mph. The estimated laptime was 9 minutes and 08 seconds.
09/08/2011
Toyota Motorsport will attempt to break the electric vehicle lap record at the Nurburgring's Nordschleife later this month.
The 100 per cent electric car, can travel from 0-62mph in 3.9secs and has a top speed of 160mph. We will keep you posted.
09/08/2011
The Mercedes ML63 AMG prototype was spotted outside the test centre at the Nurburgring. The styling of the ML63 AMG is an evolution than a complete change.The drivetrain however is completely a new twin-turbocharged 5.5-litre V-8 displacing 518 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque.
