A leaky patent office has once again revealed Ferrari’s future powertrain offerings. Early this week a patent office drawing revealed Ferrari’s all-wheel hybrid plans, and now comes a drawing outlining the Italian automaker’s turbocharged V8 plans.
According to a patent drawing unearthed by Autocar, Ferrari is planning to put a twin-turbocharged V8 into production. Although the filing describes the patent as …Â Details
Potter and Lally Second in KONI Challenge TRG Porsche at Lime Rock
Lime Rock, Conn., (May, 25 2009) – John Potter and Andy Lally finished second today in the traditional Memorial Day Lime Rock Park Grand-Am KONI Sports Car Challenge Series race.
Potter started the No. 41 Magnus Racing/TRG Porsche 997 from his 11th place qualifying position. Driving a brilliant first stint, Potter turned the car over to Lally within striking position. The sports car veteran was able to run down the front runners and lead 29 laps.
“It was good day for us finally,” Potter said. “I was able to get a good start and turn fast laps early…Â Details
BMW MOTORSPORT BOSS Dr Mario Theissen has plunged the company’s racing program into uncertainty after revealing the Bavarian manufacturer may reconsider its future in Formula One and the World Touring Car Championship.
The automaker has been left frustrated by a series of controversies which have marred the start of the WTCC and F1 seasons, forcing BMW to potentially review its commitment to both categories.
The BMW board approved of plans to continue its participation in Formula One earlier in the year, but Dr Theissen says the result of negotiations over the 2010 regulations could prompt the company to reassess its position…Â Details & Pictures
is planning to put a twin-turbocharged V8 into production. Although the filing describes the patent as …Â