GT races are a great way for you to see and feel the latest cars on the track. Every year there are new GT championships. This means that the range of models and brands available is just as varied as the options for how they can race on the track. There are many ways to watch these cars in action. Here are some of the options. This section contains the best information available about GT racing.
Lexus SC430
In 2006, Lexus debuted the SC430, a super-fast car, in the SUPER GT series. It won the drivers' title in its first year and helped Lexus win the team championship. There were four GT300 models from Toyota, including the IS350. In 2007, the SC430 took first place in the first race. The Lexus IS350 finished close to the podium. The GT300 class saw Lexus win both the drivers' title and the team title. The SC430 was also a major contributor to the driver's title.
Ferrari
The Suzuka Track will host the first round in the 2016 season. This Japanese circuit, which measures 5.807km, features a famous figure 8 layout. Suzuka was the first home of Formula 1 back in 1987. Gerhard Berger won at this track his first win. Ferrari Racing Days will be held at Suzuka, which is a celebration of all things Ferrari including the upcoming GT races.
Aston Martin
Aston Martin's history of success in motorsports is evident, as is the brand's success at GT races. The brand has won 26 international championships since it entered the sport. The factory teams have participated in GT races for many decades and won more than 230 races. In addition to the DBR9s, Aston Martin also runs GT4 and GT3 Vantages. The brand's factory teams won 25 races in international motorsport last year.
Maserati
Maserati's involvement in motor racing goes back to the early 1920s when the brand first participated in touring car and sportscar competition. From 2004 to 2010, the MC12 was the most dominant car in FIA GT1 - winning 22 races, as well as three 24 Hours of Spa. The car won 14 championship titles due to its performance. Maserati withdrew in 1967 from Formula One but continued to create private teams.
Toyota
1966 was the beginning of motor racing with the Toyota GT. Japan had just emerged from World War II. At that time, the average consumer didn't have a lot of money to spend on motor racers. As a result, there were few motor sport facilities in the country until the late 1980s. Toyota, however, was determined to be involved. Fuji and Suzuka were home to a pair of 311 S-cars. These cars were driven by Tomohiko Tatsusumi and Shihomi Hosoya as well as Sashio Fukuzawa and other Toyota drivers.
Nissan GT-R
The Nissan GT-R Road Car is a tribute to a racing car. The GT-R's V6 naturally aspirated engine produces 565 horsepower. The GT-R has new turbochargers that improve low-rpm response. Additionally, the GT-R's abradable seals with tighter clearances reduce drag. Each engine is handcrafted by a takumi technician to ensure maximum performance.
Audi R8 LMS GT4
The 2017 Audi R8 received a facelift last year, and those cosmetic changes are being carried over to the LMS GT4 specification. This road car is high-performance and borrows around 60% of its components. The Bollinger Hofe factory is located in Neckarsulm. Since its inception, the Bollinger Hofe has produced 17 titles. It is eligible to compete in thirteen different racing series worldwide.
FAQ
Which is the most popular type of car-racing?
Formula 1 Grand Prix is the most prestigious motorsport event in the world. It was originally held in 1950.
Which car racing is the fastest?
F1 Grand Prix is a championship for the fastest car racing. F1 is the acronym for the top level motorsport competition. It is comprised of 10 teams, all from different parts of the world. Each team has two or three drivers.
Do race car drivers earn money?
Yes. Many race car drivers earn a living wage.
However, there are some race car drivers who only make a small amount of money.
Who was the first to race a car?
Charles Brady King, who constructed the first Long Island, New York automobile racecourse in 1896, invented it. The first auto race took place on July 4th that same year.
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)
- In 2009, the slick tires returned as a part of revisions to the rules for the 2009 season; slicks have no grooves and give up to 18% more contact with the track. (en.wikipedia.org)
- According to thepostgame.com, “The Daytona 500 is one of four ‘restrictor plate' races on NASCAR's calendar, given both safety and competitive concerns for the long track and its famous 31-degree banking in its four corners.” (defensivedriving.com)
- Petty has won 200 NASCAR Cup Series races, a likely unbreakable record, along with a series record seven Cup championships. (frontstretch.com)
- This change may give an improvement of up to 29% fuel efficiency. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How can I make a living as a driver?
If you want to race professionally, you'll need to make enough money to pay for the championship. Many racers also work full-time jobs while training to race in the next race. Some racers use their free time to sell merchandise and promote themselves as endorsers. Others participate in paid driver test sessions to see whether they are ready to be professional drivers.