Chris Winkler, an SRT vehicle dynamics engineer piloted a black and red 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR (American Club Racer) to a lap record of 1:33.915 as recorded by Motech in-vehicle data recorder (1:33.944 – as unofficially recorded by trackside clock) around the 2.238-mile, 11-turn course, shattering the previous lap record by more than 1.1 seconds.
Hennessey Performance takes the 725 HP LS9 HPE700 Camaro to MSR Houston for road course testing.
The Detroit News Readers’ Choice award for “Best Curves,” from the 2010 North American International Auto Show went to The 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10. This muscle vehicle was judged as the most expressively styled vehicle at the show.
Ralph Gilles, President and CEO, Dodge Brand said “The Detroit News Readers’ Choice award for Best Curves speaks perfectly to the sexy styling of the race-proven Dodge Viper’s design”.“The expressive styling of the iconic Dodge Viper gets everyone’s endorphins kicking and heart racing, even when it’s not hitting the redline at triple-digit speeds. And with its unique two-tone exterior color combinations and aerodynamic components, the even more passionate and track-ready styling of the Dodge Viper ACR looks even more unmistakable.”
Check out the new custom Trans Am mod.
Standard: LS3 426 HP
Optional: Twin Turbo 6.2 ltr LS9 900 HP +
Custom suspensions available
Lowered 1″ in the front and 2″ in the rear
6 speed transmission with hardened gears and drive axle
22″ custom wheels (snowflake available)
Functional fender vents for brake heat reduction
Gold interior accents
The price is not published, but you can contact Gearhead Performance Group and ask everything you need.
In an interview with PickupTrucks.com Tom Stephens made this statement about the new Duramax engines powering the 2011 Chevrolet and GMC Heavy Duty. According to the site’s editor, Stephens was asked three times and he remained serious.
Stephens told PickupTrucks.com that “You’re going to love our new diesel Duramax engine in the new Heavy Duty”. “You know what I want to do to prove it? I want to take our truck and Ford’s [new Super Duty] and chain them together back -to-back. Then I want to have them pull against each other. I know our truck will beat theirs.”
As far as we know, PickupTrucks.com passed the challenge on to Ford but has yet to get a response, but we really would love to see such a tremendous “battle”.
The muscle vehicles is goint to be auctioned on Friday, January 22 at the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona.
SPX Corporation is a service provider for Ford Motor Company and was announced that a donation is going to be made. A Ford Mustang FR500S Challenge Race carrying the autographs of multiple race drivers will try to raise funds for ST. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
“SPX is proud to again participate in the fundraising efforts that support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and their vital contributions toward the research and treatment of pediatric cancer and other catastrophic childhood diseases,” said SPX Chairman, President and CEO Christopher J. Kearney. “This race car, in addition to its tour on the race tracks, has made appearances at St. Jude fund raising events, and the lucky winning bidder will receive not only a truly unique car but have the satisfaction of knowing they are supporting one of the great children’s hospitals in the world.”
Official Press Release:
SCOTTSDALE – Jan. 18, 2010 – Shelby American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (CSBI:PK), will fulfill the dreams of enthusiasts by returning the legendary Shelby GT350 to its lineup of American performance cars. The Shelby team unveiled a supercharged concept version of the Mustang-based 2011 Shelby GT350 to the surprise of thousands gathered at the Barrett-Jackson Auction Opening Night Gala to honor the 45th anniversary of the first GT350 and first Shelby big block Cobra.
There is a rumor that says Chevrolet is taking into consideration building a Corvette sedan based on the Holden Commodore. We know that seems a little exaggerated, but the announcement was made apparently by Bob Lutz who said the four-door Corvette sedan will be a limited edition model which will be sold in the United states only. Lutz said a Corvette sedan is not impossible since a brand is not defined by a body shell, but by the engine, traction and transmission.
Most people know that GM is builds Australian models based on its US cars, but it has never based a North American model on an Aussie vehicle.
A special one-of-a-kind 2011 Mustang GT will be prepared. It is powered by the new 5.0-liter V-8 engine producing 412 horsepower. This car symbolizes the first time in 40 years a Ford Motor Company product has paced the field at the Daytona 500. The last Ford pace car at the Daytona 500 was the 1970 Torino GT convertible.
A special Daytona 500 race red paint job with blue and white stripes will be prepared. The “pony” is tuned with Ford racing suspension, strut tower brace, mufflers, unique painted wheels and special interior treatment including lighted sill plates. This Mustang will be among the first 2011 models available to the public.
What’s more – it will be offered for auction at the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction on Saturday January 23rd. All incomes over MSRP will go to help cure childhood diabetes through a donation to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Some people use this car model like an everyday sedan-based pickup, but this 1975 Ford Ranchero is like nothing you have seen before. The massive rear tires and the dual nitrous bottles in the trunk gives this pickup an unique image.
Mike Miller is the owner of this monster vehicle – he has swapped the original Cleveland V8 with a 604ci (9,9 L) V8 specially build by JBA Engines. It generated 870 hp an 822 lb-ft torque on 91 octane. Another cool feature is the wood paneling along the side of the car. But wait for the coolest part – this 870 hp baby adds 250 more horses with a shot of nitrous. Make sure you check out the gallery below.
 1969 Chevrolet Camaro owned by |  SEMA 2011 Muscle Cars |  1968 Mustang GT500 SS Eleanor |
 2011 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 Aubur |  2009 Dodge Challenger SMS 570X |  Shelby Cobra - 50th Anniversar |
