Hurley Haywood back in a Porsche 911 at the 2011 Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona

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Description: Today is a big day in motorsports as we kick off the 2011 season with the Rolex 24 at Daytona. The race is already under way, but started strong for Porsche. The #45 Flying Lizard Porsche powered Daytona Prototype started on the pole, the team's first time running a prototype, while the #66 TRG Porsche started up front in the GT Class. Also racing in the GT Class this year is Hurley Haywood in the Brumos #59 Porsche GT3 Cup car. Hurley will try for his seventh win at the Rolex 24 this weekend. The video depicts the Porsche 911's rich history in racing with Hurley's comments on the 911 and his legacy at Daytona International Speedway. QUICK FACTS: --Hurley Haywood - 62 years-old --37 Rolex 24 at Daytona events. --Five Rolex 24 overall wins plus a class win (the most overall wins of any racer). --18800 laps completed, more than 67550 miles of racing, more than two-and-a-half times around the globe. --Number of sets of tires used (estimated with DNFs, rain/fog, etc.): 1100 provided by Goodyear, Dunlop, Pirelli, Continental, and Hoosier - just slightly fewer than Continental is bringing for the entire field for the 2011 event. Now some facts about the Porsche 911-based race cars at the Rolex 24: --Porsche 911-based race car wins: 38 Overall and Class Victories --First Porsche 911 Overall win: 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR - Haywood/Gregg - Rolex 24 Porsche 911 overall and class-winning models: Porsche 911 Carrera RSR, Porsche 935, Porsche 911 GT3 R, Porsche 911 GT3 RS, Porsche ...

Toyota iQ GRMN Racing Concept unveiled in Tokyo

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Description: Toyota has unveiled the iQ GRMN Racing Concept at the Tokyo Auto Salon. Based on the 2009 iQ GRMN limited edition, which sold out in one week, the racing concept was jointly developed by Gazoo Racing and MN tuning. Additional information is scarce, but the concept features a wide-body kit, a massive spoiler, a rear diffuser, and a dual exhaust system. Inside, there's heavily bolstered sports seats, a full roll cage, alloy pedals, and new instrumentation. Under the hood, power is provided by an unspecified supercharged engine. While nothing is official, it is likely a 1.3-liter four-cylinder with approximately 89 kW (119 hp / 121 PS) and 158 Nm (117 lb-ft) of torque.

Ferrari Four Concept revealed - the making of

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Description: After months of speculation, Ferrari has officially unveiled the new Four concept ahead of its debut at the Geneva Motor Show. Essentially a preview of the 612 Scaglietti replacement, the FF features a bold Pininfarina design that mixes elements from the 458 Italia, California, and 599 GTB Fiorano. Most notably, the car is a shooting brake which affords 450 liters (15.9 cubic feet) of cargo capacity with the rear seats up and 800 liters (28.3 cubic feet) with the rear seats down. Underpinned by an all-new chassis, the Four has an independent suspension with magnetically adjustable dampers and Brembo carbon ceramic brakes. More importantly, the car is equipped with an advanced Ruote Motrici (4RM) four-wheel drive system that is heavily rear-biased and "delivers record levels of performance on all terrains and in all conditions via continuous and intelligent predictive torque distribution to all four wheels." Under the hood, power is provided by a 6.2-liter V12 engine with 660 PS (485 kW / 651 hp) and 683 Nm (504 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a double-clutch transmission which enables the 1790 kg (3946 lb) concept to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and hit a top speed 335 km/h (208 mph). Furthermore, the FF has a combined fuel consumption of 15.4 L/100 km (15.3 mpg US) and CO2 emissions of 360 g/km. High-res photos: www.worldcarfans.com

Fiat 500C La Dolce Vita with €500000 worth of gold and diamonds commissioned

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Description: After the great interest achieved from the presentation on the market in September 2010, Fenice Milano (www.fenicemilano.com) receives a commission from a wealthy Chinese businessman to build a special version of its "little one", which adds exclusivity and determination to the retro charm of the initial project. The new, unique model was named "La Dolce Vita Gold and Diamonds 200hp". A name that, by itself, sais it all and briefly describes the extraordinary budget that justifies a price of almost €500000. Further improved in performance thanks to the recently established partnership with the famous car technician Romeo Ferraris (www.romeoferraris.com) - specialized in car engine modifications and road racing since 1959 - and enriched by the installation of new electronic devices such as the prestigious "Supreme gold and diamonds Ipad" produced by the English Atelier of Stuart Hughes (www.stuarthughes.com). The starting point for this event is the 500C Abarth, fully mechanically revised, to reach the extraordinary level of 200Hp, and whose precious finishes result in a real jewel of style and Made in Italy workmanship.