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The History of the Lexus LFA From Prototype to Production
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This video shows the life story of the critically acclaimed LFA which took its toll with the tragic loss of Chief Test Driver Hiromu Naruse.
Ironically is death was at the hands of the Nurburgring Edition LFA.
Also shown is the short lived lap record 7:14 which was a tribute to the personally witnessed testing strategy at the Nurburgring.
powered by a sophisticated new high-revving 4.8-liter V10 engine that generates 552 hp (412kW/560DIN hp) and 354 lb-ft (480Nm) of torque for adrenaline-fuelled 202 mph (325km/h) performance. This specially-developed powerplant is hooked up to a unique six-speed Automated Sequential Gearbox (ASG) with paddle shifters for ultimate driver control. Linked by a rigid torque tube for excellent drivetrain integrity, the ASG is located in a transaxle layout over the rear axle for an optimal 48:52 front-to-rear weight distribution.
Aston Martin CEO Dr Bez racing at Nürburgring with Toyota President
Posted by: | CommentsAston Martin have just released this amazing insight in to when Toyota President and Dr Bez share cars on the legendary Nurburgring.
The video depicts the ups and downs of motorsport in dramatic style as the V12 powered Aston Martin ends up in the Barrier.
Just enjoy the footage….
Lexus LS-F – TMG Edition Spyshots 650hp
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The wide body DTM Styled Saloon is actually named the TMG (Toyota Motorsport GmbH) Edition and looks to have been built by the Toyota motorsports division.
The specs are vague enough not showing how many cylinders or engine details but they seem inline with the LFA V10.
Thanks to a leaked spec sheet the TMG Edition engine has a displacement of 4.968cc and revs to 9000 rpm same as the LFA.
The Engine Displacement is higher but so is the weight of this car so it all adds up.
I suppose we will have to wait until the Tokyo Motorshow but until then enjoy the exclusive Spy Photos of it in test on the Nordschleife.
Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package laps the Nürburgring 7:14.64 – New Production Car Record
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LFA test driver and professional racer Akira Iida recorded a lap time of 7:14.64 in a fully road-legal car, running on standard specification Bridgestone Potenza RE070 tyres.
The result, posted on 31 August during a performance test, demonstrates Lexus’s success in honing its two-seater supercar for track-focused handling, by introducing a range of aerodynamic features and fine-tuning the car’s suspension.
Commenting on the result, Iida said: “We are delighted with this achievement. Our on-going development of the LFA and our recent outings at the Nürburgring 24 Hour race have enabled us to continue to tune the vehicle. The result with the LFA Nürburgring Package shows the car’s ultimate performance and agility. This is a first activity of its type for Lexus and the constant effort of the team has brought this fantastic result.”
The Nürburgring Package will be fitted to 50 of the 500 LFA that are being built, with customer deliveries from next year. It includes a carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) front spoiler and fixed rear wing, track-tuned suspension and custom wheels. Compared to the standard LFA, output from the 4.8-litre V10 engine has been increased from 552 to 562bhp, maintaining the car’s 3.7-second nought to 62mph acceleration time.
Haruhiko Tanahashi, LFA Chief Engineer, said: “The LFA Nürburgring Package is the culmination of our extensive testing programme and we have appreciated the opportunities to use the Nürburgring Nordschleife to strengthen and develop the LFA into the vehicle it is today. The development team’s obsession, Iida-san’s concentration and good course conditions all led to our achieving this record.
Lexus LFA Nürburgring Confirmed – Geneva Unofficial Pics
Posted by: | CommentsBack in september last year Lexus returned with the LFA Nürburgring edition after the first prototype, cost the life of the legendary chief designer/driver Hiromu Naruse in an horrific accident close to the Nordschleife.
Now for the first time Lexus are officially to reveal the customisation to the public and press at this years Geneva Motorshow.
The Nürburgring Package is aimed at customers looking for even more focused version of the already ample super car, The package includes aerodynamic features honed on the legendary nordscleife.
Power is hiked by only 10bhp to counter the additional down-force from the fixed spoiler and a quicker up gear shifting with a reprogrammed transmission.
But enjoy my pictures of the Lexus LFA Hiromu Naruse Edition a more apt name in my honest opinion.
Lexus Pays Tribute to the Nurmiester Hiromu Naruse
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Anybody whose ever been associated with Lexus and Toyota will tell you that few people are as respected as Master Test Driver Hiromu Naruse who i met at this years Nurburgring 24h.
The iconic test driver for Toyota began his career with the company as an accountant, but quickly displayed a knack for his expertise in building and developing cars.
In the past 47 years, Naruse inspired and had a hand in building almost every sports car built by Toyota, including his latest work of art, the Lexus LF-A.
Sadly, Naruse’s life was taken while driving the last masterpiece he helped build, the LF-A Nurburgring Edition, after a tragic car accident cost Toyota more than just its “NurMiester”.
The company lost a friend, a brother, a hero, and an icon.
As a sign of respect to honor the man many say is one of the best test drivers in history – he’s logged more hours than any Japanese driver at the Nurburgring – Lexus released a short video in tribute to Hiromu Naruse, the one and only master.
Lexus GS Test Mule Spotted at the Nurburgring
Posted by: | CommentsThese are some of the clearest spy shots of the new generation of Lexus’s GS testing on the legendary Nürburgring’s Nordschleife.
The current model of the GS is already half a decade old now and due for a new generation.
These shots show the hint at the next GS but is still a test mule, and the production prototypes to follow in the coming months.
According to rumours, Lexus is intent on building a GS-F to compete against the performance sedan likes of the F10 M5 and also the Cadillac CTS-V, so we expect the power output to be targetted around 540hp.
Lexus LFA Nurburgring Edition Gallery
Posted by: | CommentsLexus LFA Nurburgring Edition pictures taken on 21 & 22.09.2010 at the Nordschleife industry test – MAIN GALLERY HERE
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