View Post Morgan’s 3 Wheel, 3 Cylinder Super 3 Now Available in the United States by Trackworthy, September 22, 2023 British car maker Morgan Motor Company is returning to the US market with the launch of the three-wheel Super 3 sportscar. It has been half a decade since buyers have been able to buy new Morgan’s at US dealerships. Morgan plans to offer four-wheel models starting in 2024.
View Post Lotus Unveils All New Emeya Electric Hyper GT by Trackworthy, September 11, 2023 Lotus has launched their entry into the 4-door electric high-performance segment with their all new Emeya. Its current competition in that segment includes the Porsche Taycan and the Audi e-tron GT.
View Post Volkswagen Unveils ID. GTI 5-Door Concept Hot Hatch by Trackworthy, September 5, 2023 Volkswagen has unveiled their first ever electric GTI. The five-door ID. GTI concept show car was revealed at the 2023 IAA Mobility car show in Munch, Germany. The unveiling comes 48 years after the launch of the first Golf GTI at the 1975 IAA in Frankfurt.
View Post Donuts For McLaren’s 60th Birthday by Trackworthy, September 2, 2023 McLaren are celebrating their 60th anniversary with two very tail-happy Artura supercars. The company was founded in September 1963 by Bruce McLaren, a race car driver and engineer from New Zealand.
View Post 2023 Nissan Z Performance 6MT Video Review by Michael Taylor, August 31, 2023 This seventh generation 2023 Nissan Z is a beautiful and distinct looking car. It has lots of design cues and nods that harken back to the original 1969 Datsun 240Z or Nissan Fairlady Z as it was sold in Japan.
View Post Alfa Romeo Bring Back The 33 Stradale by Trackworthy, August 30, 2023 56 years after its initial launch, Alfa Romeo are bringing back the 33 Stradale. The original 33 Stradale was built between 1967 and 1969. In 1967 it was the most expensive sports car on the market costing almost 10 million Italian Lira, $375,000 USD in today’s currency.
View Post New Second-Generation Mercedes-AMG GT Is Now All-Wheel Drive by Trackworthy, August 25, 2023 Since its launch in 2015, the Mercedes-AMG GT has been a front engine, rear-wheel drive, 2-passenger, high-performance machine. The new second generation 2024 AMG GT, which will go on sale in 2024, has a fully variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drivetrain and optional 2+2 seating.
View Post Limited Edition 2025 Mustang GTD Packs 800 HP Punch by Trackworthy, August 17, 2023 A select few automotive enthusiasts are going to be able to buy a street legal version of Ford’s Mustang GT3 race car. Those lucky individuals are going to have to part with more than $300,000 USD plus taxes, title and license fees. What they are going to get is the most advanced Mustang ever. Ford has not indicated how many, or how few, of these limited edition Mustang GTD’s are going to be produced.
View Post Aston Martin Drops the Top on New DB12 Volante Super Tourer by Trackworthy, August 14, 2023 Following up on the release of the DB12 Coupe earlier this year, Aston Martin has unveiled their all-new DB12 Volante soft-top convertible. Under the hood of this elegant 2+2 grand tourer, or Super Tourer as Aston Martin has proclaimed it, is the same 4 litre twin-turbo 671 hp V8 engine found in its hard-top sibling.
View Post 2023 Lexus IS 500 Video Review by Michael Taylor, July 26, 2023 The third generation Lexus IS was launched in 2023. It has received a few mid-cycle refreshes over the past decade. It is one of the few remaining new cars powered by a naturally aspirated V8 engine. In this case, it is a 5 litre power plant generating 472 horsepower and 395 lb-ft of torque.
View Post 2023 BMW Z4 M40i Video Review by Trackworthy, July 20, 2023 BMW’s Z4 roadster has been around for 20 years. This third generation Z4 was introduced in 2019. It has received a mid-cycle refresh for 2023. In this video, we look at this 2023 Thundernight Purple Metallic BMW Z4 M40i’s:
View Post 110 Aston Martins Take To The Track To Celebrate Aston Martin’s 110th Anniversary by Trackworthy, July 10, 2023 In honor of Aston Martins 110th anniversary, 110 Aston Martins, spanning more than 11 decades, took to the Silverstone race track during the British Grand Prix Formula 1 race weekend.
View Post 2023 BMW M2 Video Review by Trackworthy, July 2, 2023 Here’s our take on this second generation M2’s Exterior, Interior, Engine and Drivetrain. And we share our thoughts on what BMW’s smallest M coupe is like to live with as a Daily Driver.
View Post 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI 40th Anniversary Edition Video Review by Michael Taylor, June 30, 2023 Volkswagen is celebrating forty years of selling the Golf GTI on this side of the Atlantic Ocean with the release of the 2023 Golf GTI 40TH Anniversary Edition. Only 500 will be available in Canada and 1,500 in the United States.
View Post Ferrari Release First Street-Legal XX Hypercars by Trackworthy, June 29, 2023 Ferrari’s XX program, launched in 2005, takes Ferrari’s most capable and exclusive high-performance cars and owners to the race track for private test and development events. None of the XX cars, including the 599XX and FXX, have been street legal, until now.
View Post Koenigsegg Sets New 0-400-0 km/h World Record by Trackworthy, June 20, 2023 Koenigsegg has reset the record books for accelerating from 0-400 km/h and back to zero. This street legal multi-million dollar plug-in hybrid Regera generates up to 1,500 hp from its 5.0 litre twin-turbo V8 engine and three electric motors.
View Post 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Video Review by Michael Taylor, June 15, 2023 If you are in the market for a hot hatch, this all-new 2023 Toyota GR Corolla, with its 300 horsepower turbocharged 3 cylinder engine, all-wheel drive and 6 speed manual transmission, has to be on your short list.
View Post New Limited Edition Camaro’s Commemorate Sixth Generation’s Final Chapter by Trackworthy, June 12, 2023 Production of the sixth generation Camaro will come to an end with the 2024 model year. Two new commemorative editions are going to be offered in very limited quantities.
View Post 2023 Toyota GR86 10th Anniversary Special Edition Video Review by Michael Taylor, June 6, 2023
View Post Formula 1 Driver Lando Norris Picks Up His New McLaren 765LT Spider by Trackworthy, May 14, 2023
View Post Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversary Editions Celebrate A Century of Racing by Trackworthy, May 1, 2023
View Post New 750S is lightest, most powerful series-production McLaren Ever by Trackworthy, April 26, 2023
View Post One Million 3-Door Mini’s Built Since 2013 Launch by Trackworthy, April 17, 2023 One million 3-door Mini’s have been built since the third generation Mini was launched in November 2013. Rolling off the Mini Plant Oxford assembly line to mark the occasion was....
View Post Ford Mustang is World’s Best Selling Sports Car for last 10 Years by Trackworthy, April 17, 2023
View Post 1,000 hp Revuelto V12 Hybrid HPEV is New Flagship Lamborghini by Trackworthy, March 28, 2023
View Post Alfa Romeo Formula 1 Driver Valtteri Bottas Takes Delivery of His New Giulia GTAm by Trackworthy, March 14, 2023
View Post Iron Dames Race To Inspire in their Lamborghini Huracan GT3 EVO2 by Trackworthy, March 7, 2023
View Post Launch of Next Generation AC Cobra Set For April by Trackworthy, March 3, 2023 The all-new AC Cobra GT Roadster will have its official launch in April at an exclusive event that will allow customers to see the car in person. The new Cobra....
View Post Aston Martin DBX707 And Vantage Are Official FIA Formula 1 Cars by Trackworthy, March 2, 2023 Formula 1 fans will see three different Aston Martins at the track this season. Canadian Lance Stroll and 2-time World Champion Fernando Alonso will be driving the Aston Martin AMR23....
View Post Honda CR-V With An IndyCar Drivetrain by Trackworthy, March 1, 2023 You may not have dreamt of creating the ultimate compact crossover, but Honda did. They dropped the drivetrain and suspension from their upcoming 2024 hybrid IndyCar into a CR-V. What....
View Post Hyundai Unveils N Vision 74 And RN22e At Canadian International AutoShow by Trackworthy, February 16, 2023 Hyundai chose the 2023 Canadian International AutoShow at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in downtown Toronto for the North American unveiling of the RN22e, and the Canadian auto show debut....
View Post Wiesmann Project Thunderball Sells Out by Trackworthy, February 15, 2023 Luxury car manufacturer Wiesmann have sold all of the Project Thunderball electric roadsters that they will be building in their first year of production. Manufacturing and delivery of the $430,000....
View Post Invencible And Autentica Are Last Naturally Aspirated V12 Lamborghinis by Trackworthy, February 6, 2023 Ferruccio Lamborghini poured lots of fuel on automotive enthusiast’s souls with the launch of the Giotto Bizzarrini designed V12 engine that powered the Lamborghini 350 GT in 1963. Who could....
View Post Acura, Aston Martin And Mercedes-AMG Are Rolex 24 At Daytona Class Winners by Trackworthy, January 30, 2023 The 2023 International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season got off to a great start for Acura, Aston Martin and Mercedes-AMG, each of whom won in their respective....
View Post Chevrolet Debuts 2024 Corvette Z06 GT3.R Race Car by Trackworthy, January 27, 2023 Chevrolet has revealed their new Corvette Z06 GT3.R race car that will begin competing next year. Its first race will be in the GTD (GT Daytona) PRO class at the....
View Post BMW M3 Competition Gets CS Upgrade by Trackworthy, January 25, 2023 If 503 horsepower in the BMW M3 Competition isn’t enough power for you, good news, BMW is going to remedy that. Production will begin in March on the limited edition....
View Post Hyundai Elantra N Awarded 2023 AJAC Best Sports Performance Car by Michael Taylor, January 19, 2023 The Hyundai Elantra N has been named the 2023 Automobile Journalist Association of Canada (AJAC) Best Sports Performance Car. The combination of its 2.0 litre turbocharged 4 cylinder engine, with....
View Post Chevrolet Unveils First-Ever eAWD Corvette E-Ray by Trackworthy, January 17, 2023 Chevrolet’s Corvette has come a long way since its launch 70 years ago on January 17, 1953 at Motorama in New York City. Some of the first generation C1 Corvette’s....
View Post Nissan Unveils New 2024 GT-R by Trackworthy, January 13, 2023 Nissan has unveiled the new 2024 Japanese market GT-R at the Tokyo Auto Salon. On display were two special editions, the GT-R Premium Edition T-spec and the highest performing GT-R....
View Post Final Hemi Charger And Challenger And BEV Charger at Dodge Last Call Event by Trackworthy, January 10, 2023 Dodge is going send off the final versions of the Hemi powered Challenger and Chargers with a bang at the Last Call performance festival on March 20, 2023 at the....
View Post Ken Block (November 21, 1967 – January 2, 2023) by Trackworthy, January 3, 2023 The term GOAT, or Greatest Of All Time, is thrown around a lot. NFL quarterback Tom Brady is often referred to as the GOAT, and rightly so. But in the....
View Post 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance Launch Edition Track Tested by Michael Taylor, December 23, 2022 Rear-wheel drive cars powered by naturally aspirated V8 engines used to be the norm. Passenger cars equipped with turbocharged engines became available to the motoring public in the late 1970’s....
View Post How Not To Transport Your Christmas Tree by Trackworthy, December 21, 2022 A fun family holiday tradition involves buying a Christmas tree, taking it home, safely, and decorating it. One transportation option, that we really don’t recommend, is to strap your tree....
View Post Zagato Builds A Giulia Coupe, Will Alfa Romeo Build One Too? by Trackworthy, December 21, 2022 Zagato, one of the most famous names in Italian automotive design, has been working with Alfa Romeo for more than 100 years. To celebrate their century of collaborations, Zagato transformed....
View Post 2023 Hyundai Elantra N Track Tested by Michael Taylor, December 6, 2022 We were really surprised at how much fun it was driving the 2023 Hyundai Elantra N on the tight and twisting Driver Development Track at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, about....
View Post Race Track Road Trip In A Sustainably Fueled Mazda MX-5 by Trackworthy, December 6, 2022 Mazda has just completed a UK race track tour in an MX-5 using one hundred percent fossil-free fuel. This unmodified MX-5 was fueled by Sustain 100% road fuel from Coryton....
View Post Can You Drift a 1,479 hp Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport? by Trackworthy, December 2, 2022 Can you, or should you drift a fifteen-hundred horsepower $3.5 million car? Common sense would say no, but, under the right conditions, the answer is yes. 1,180 lb-ft of torque....
View Post BMW Building Just 50 3.0 CSL’s by Trackworthy, December 1, 2022 BMW’s celebration of 50 years of their M Motorsport division will see the creation of just 50 3.0 CSL’s. This is the most exclusive limited run BMW has ever produced.....
View Post Rimac Nevera Sets EV World Record of 412 km/h by Trackworthy, November 22, 2022 The Rimac Nevera has set a new EV top speed world record of 412 km/h or 258 mph. That staggering speed was set at the Automotive Testing Papenburg test track....
View Post Battista is World’s Fastest Accelerating Car by Trackworthy, November 21, 2022 Automobili Pininfarina’s all-electric Battista hyper GT acetates faster than a Formula 1 race car. This EV hypercar blasts from 0-60 mph in just 1.79 seconds and from 0-100 km/h in....
View Post Dakar is Ultimate Porsche 911 Off-Roader by Trackworthy, November 18, 2022 Porsche is celebrating its first overall win at the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally with the production of 2,500 911 Dakar’s. If you want your 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar to look like....
View Post Mercedes-AMG ONE Sets New Nurburgring Lap Record by Trackworthy, November 16, 2022 Mercedes-AMG now hold the top two lap records for production cars around the famed Nurburgring Nordschleife race track. The Formula 1 derived Mercedes-AMG ONE set the fastest lap ever for....
View Post Four Generations of the Corvette Z06 Take to the Track by Trackworthy, November 12, 2022 The first Z06 Special Equipment Package option appeared in 1963 and was intended to improve the performance of the Chevrolet Corvette on the race track. The package included better brakes....
View Post 2023 Nissan Z Performance Track Tested by Michael Taylor, November 9, 2022 For many of us, the first generation 1970 Datsun 240Z is the grail Z car, with its timeless design and proportions. It weighed just 2,300 pounds and was powered by....
View Post Evija Fittipaldi Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Lotus F1 Championship by Trackworthy, November 2, 2022 What better way to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Emerson Fittipaldi winning the Formula 1 drivers championship title than creating the limited edition Evija Fittipaldi. Icing on the cake is....
View Post Ken Block Drifts Audi S1 EV Through the Streets of Las Vegas by Trackworthy, October 25, 2022 Ken Block’s Hoonigan YouTube videos are extremely popular. Three of his Gymkhana videos have generated more than 50 million views each. His channel has more than five million subscribers and....
View Post 2022 Jaguar F-Type R 575 – Video Review by Michael Taylor, October 19, 2022 Jaguar launched the F-Type in 2014 offering it with 4, 6 and 8 cylinder engines. It was given a significant facelift in 2021 and the 4 and 6 cylinder engines....
View Post All-New 2023 BMW M2 Gets More Power, Less Grille by Trackworthy, October 12, 2022 The current generation of BMW M3’s and M4’s are known for a lot of things. Great performance is definitely one of them. Large and not unanimously loved twin front kidney....
View Post 2024 Ford Mustang Gets Dark Horse Performance Upgrades by Trackworthy, September 15, 2022 The 2024 Mustang Dark Horse is going to be the best performing street-legal 5.0-litre Mustang ever. Two track-only versions will also be available, the Dark Horse S and Dark Horse....
View Post 2023 Civic Type R Is Most Powerful Honda Ever Sold In North America by Trackworthy, September 14, 2022 Not only is the all-new Civic Type R the most powerful Honda ever sold in Canada and the United States, it is also the most powerful Type R performance car....
View Post 2022 Toyota GR86 – Video Review by Michael Taylor, August 22, 2022 As the owner of a first generation Toyota GT86, badged Scion FR-S in North American, we were really looking forward to getting behind the wheel of the second generation 86....
View Post 2022 Toyota GR Supra – Video Review by Michael Taylor, August 20, 2022 The Toyota Supra has built a very loyal following since its launch in 1978. It offers drivers a classic sports car layout with the engine up front and power sent....
View Post Aston Martin Builds First Ever V12 Vantage Roadster by Trackworthy, August 19, 2022 For the first time, Aston Martin is offering its Vantage Roadster with a V12 engine. The 5.2 litre twin-turbo V12 under the sculpted bonnet/hood, pumps out 690 hp and 555....
View Post 2022 Toyota GR86 – Track Tested by Michael Taylor, April 22, 2022 As the owner of a first generation Toyota 86, I had a 2013 Scion FR-S, I was really looking forward to driving the second generation 2022 Toyota GR (as in....
View Post 2022 Mazda MX-5 – Track Tested by Michael Taylor, April 16, 2022 What would be better than being handed the keys to a new 2022 Mazda MX-5? Being handed those keys at a race track.
View Post 2022 Acura TLX Type S – Track Tested by Michael Taylor, April 15, 2022 Acura enthusiasts rejoice. After more than a decade away, the Type S performance line returns to North America. The Acura TLX Type S is the best performing sedan Acura has....
View Post Fwd: Chevrolet Making 1,000 IMSA GTLM Championship Editions Corvettes by Trackworthy, July 29, 2021
View Post Rear-Wheel All-Wheel Drive vs. Front-Wheel All-Wheel Drive by Michael Taylor, April 1, 2021
View Post 2020 Corvette Stingray is Official Pace Car of the 104th Indy 500 by Trackworthy, August 18, 2020
View Post World-Class Sports Car Endurance Racing at SuperSebring in Florida by Michael Taylor, March 18, 2019 Sports car endurance race fans were treated to an epic weekend of world-class racing at the 2019 SuperSebring race weekend in Sebring, Florida. There were no less than three separate races ranging in length from 2-hours, to 8-hours and 12 hours for the granddaddy of them all, the 67th running of the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring.
View Post Ford Mustangs Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by Trackworthy, March 18, 2019 Ford unveiled the 2020 Mustang in Grabber Lime just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. The colour is inspired by a vintage Mustang color from the 1970s.
View Post Formula D Champion Vaughn Gittin Jr. Takes Delivery of His Ford GT by Trackworthy, November 22, 2018 This two part video shows Vaughn Gittin Jr. ordering his car, taking delivery, experiencing his first ride and taking his new Ford GT supercar to the track.
View Post World Premiere of Ferrari 488 Pista Spider at Pebble Beach by Trackworthy, August 28, 2018 Ferrari unveiled the 488 Pista Spider at the Concours d’Elegance at Pebble Beach in California. This is the 50th drop top model from the iconic Italian car maker.
View Post World Premiere of Bugatti Divo at The Quail by Trackworthy, August 28, 2018 Bugatti unveiled the 1,480 horsepower Divo at the exclusive automotive event, The Quail: A Motorsports Gathering in Monterey, California.
View Post Bugatti Chiron gets Glass ‘Sky View’ Roof Panels by Trackworthy, July 30, 2018 Bugatti is giving Chiron drivers and passengers a clear view of the sky with the addition of two 'Sky View' glass panels above the occupant’s heads.
View Post McLaren Celebrates Sale of 5,000th Car in North America by Trackworthy, May 1, 2018 McLaren Automobiles, which launched in 2010, sold its first car, an MP4 12-C, in North America in December 2011. Less than seven years later McLaren are now celebrating the sale of the 5,000th car in North America.
View Post Aston Martin Celebrates Seventy Years of the DB by Trackworthy, April 30, 2018 It is seventy years since Aston Martin launched the DB1, the first of the David Brown cars, which was the precursor to iconic DB cars, including James Bond’s DB5 and the current generation DB11.
View Post All-new Ford Focus Designed to be Most Fun to Drive Ever by Trackworthy, April 13, 2018 The all-new Ford Focus has been redesigned from the wheels up after hundreds of hours studying and speaking with Focus customers around the world.
View Post The Five Lightest Porsches by Trackworthy, February 26, 2018 The new Porsche 911 Carrera T’s claim to fame is that it is a “lighter” 911 weighing in at 1,438 kg/3,170 lbs. However, there are some notable Porsches that put the new Carrera T to shame...
View Post Infiniti Q60 Project Black S and Project 9 Unveiled at 2018 CIAS by Michael Taylor, February 20, 2018 The Infiniti Q60 Project Black S and Project 9 were unveiled for the first time in Canada at the 2018 Canadian International AutoShow. On hand for the unveilings were Infiniti's Global Head of Design, Karim Habib, and Adam Paterson, Managing Director of Infiniti Canada.
View Post 2019 Corvette ZR1 Sets Lap Record at Virginia International Raceway by Trackworthy, February 6, 2018 The 2019 Corvette ZR1 has set a production-car lap record on the 4.1-mile (6.6 km) Grand Course West at Virginia International Raceway with a time of 2:37.25.
View Post Eight Different Ford Performance Vehicles Compete in One-lap Race by Trackworthy, February 5, 2018 It is the ultimate track showdown: Eight models from the Ford Performance line-up on a race track together for the very first time, driven by the Ford Chip Ganassi Racing Team drivers.
View Post Ferrari Corso Pilota by Trackworthy, January 9, 2018 The Pilota Ferrari course provides the opportunity to attend various and successive course levels, offering content which is increasingly technical and complex, to be tackled using the experience and driving technique acquired in previous courses.
View Post Ferrari’s 70th Anniversary Celebration Year Comes to a Close by Trackworthy, January 2, 2018 Ferrari's 70th Anniversary year long celebration has come to a close. The celebration of 70 years of Ferrari, from 1947-2017, took place across five continents in more than 100 cities featuring the most iconic cars in Ferrari's history.
View Post BMW M6 GT3 Around the World – BMW Motorsport by Trackworthy, December 31, 2017 The second season of the BMW M6 GT3 in international GT racing is over. The top model from the BMW Motorsport Customer Racing program has claimed numerous wins and titles in a range of racing series!
View Post Only Road Legal Aston Martin Vulcan in the World by Trackworthy, December 29, 2017 Check out the only road-legal Aston Martin Vulcan in the world!
View Post Only 100 ‘Tuned By STI’ Subaru BRZ tS Cars Coming to Canada in 2018 by Trackworthy, December 18, 2017 Canadian Subaru enthusiasts will soon be able to join an exclusive owners club when the 2018 BRZ tS goes on sale early next year. Limited to just 100 units in Canada, the tS, which is short for “tuned by STI,” takes the 2-door coupe to a higher level of performance.
View Post Chevrolet Drops the Top on 2019 Corvette ZR1 Convertible at LA Auto Show by Trackworthy, November 29, 2017 Chevrolet unveiled the new 2019 Corvette ZR1 convertible with its global launch at this year's Los Angeles Auto Show. This is the first Corvette ZR1 drop-top since the original which was launched in the 1970 model-year.
View Post MINI John Cooper Works Racing Two and Four-wheel Drive in Dakar Rally 2018 by Trackworthy, November 22, 2017 For the first time, MINI and the German X-raid Team are going to be racing two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive vehicles in the most demanding long-distance rally in the world, the Dakar Rally 2018. In addition to the all-wheel drive MINI John Cooper Works Rally, which, in its debut race, came in sixth place overall at the 2017 Dakar Rally, they will also be racing a rear-wheel drive MINI John Cooper Works Buggy.
View Post Porsche 911 GT3 Touring Package Available With 6-speed Manual Only by Trackworthy, September 20, 2017 Porsche has unveiled its new Porsche 911 GT3 with Touring Package at the 67th International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, Germany. The Touring Package will be available exclusively with the 6 speed manual transmission. Read more!
View Post Jaguar XE SV Project 8 to Make North American Debut at Monterey Car Week by Trackworthy, August 14, 2017 Fresh from its world debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in June, Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) will introduce its latest high performance creation, the Jaguar XE SV Project 8, to North American automotive enthusiasts during this year’s Monterey Car Week in California. Following its first public showing U.K., the weekend’s activities for Jaguar Land Rover kick off on Thursday with Project 8 making its dynamic debut during the welcome reception for the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.
View Post Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR Special Sets Nurburgring Lap Record by Trackworthy, July 25, 2017 The Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR Special achieved a new lap record for a four-door sedan at the Nurburgring Nordschleife race track, setting a time of 6:57.5. The time was achieved using the Nürburgring timing equipment and was officially verified by track officials.
View Post World’s Fastest Interview at 300 km/h in a Jaguar XJR575 by Trackworthy, July 24, 2017 Jaguar has launched the new XJR575 with a high-speed interview of Wayne Burgess, Production Studio Director and SVO Projects at Jaguar, by television presenter and race car driver Amanda Stretton in the back of the new 567 hp Jaguar XJR575.
View Post A $3 Million Ferrari That you Can’t Drive on the Road by Michael Taylor, July 21, 2017 Looking for a new exotic toy? Has Ferrari got a deal for you! You pay the equivalent of $3.3 million for a car that you can’t drive on the road and that isn’t suitable for any racing series. And that’s not all! For the first two years of ownership, you can’t have the car in your possession.
View Post Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada at the Honda Indy Toronto by Michael Taylor, July 19, 2017 The Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada was one of several support races taking part in the 2017 Honda Indy Toronto race weekend. The other support races included the Mazda Global MX-5 Cup, NASCAR Pinty's Series, US Formula 2000 and the Indy Lights, in addition to the headlining race, the Verizon IndyCar Series.
View Post Celebration of Speed: Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame Track Day by Michael Taylor, July 18, 2017 The Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame (CMHF) is pleased to announce details pertaining to the 7th CELEBRATION of SPEED, which will take place at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park on Monday....
View Post Mazda Global MX-5 Cup at the Honda Indy Toronto by Michael Taylor, July 17, 2017 The Mazda Global MX-5 Cup drivers took to the streets of Toronto for the first time in their identically prepared Mazda MX-5’s. The Battery Tender Global MX-5 Cup presented by BFGoodrich Tires (the series’ full title) represents an amazing opportunity for aspiring drivers who are working their way up the racing ladder. The winner of this series earns a very valuable USD $200,000 scholarship to advance their career in sportscar racing.
View Post 2017 Corvette Corral at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park by Michael Taylor, July 14, 2017 125 Corvette owners gathered at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park last weekend to share their passion for Corvettes and Corvette Racing. It was the one and only stop in Canada of the Corvette Corral.
View Post Aston Martin Valkyrie Only Has Room for Two Ninety-Eight Percentile Adults by Trackworthy, July 13, 2017 Since the first reveal of the Aston Martin Valkyrie hypercar in July 2016, Aston Martin, Red Bull Advanced Technologies and project partner AF Racing have been working intensively to further develop the Valkyrie’s aerodynamics, body styling and cockpit packaging...
View Post 2017 BMW Corral at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park by Michael Taylor, July 12, 2017 The BMW Club of Canada Trillium Chapter held their 15th annual BMW Corral at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park this weekend to coincide with one of the biggest sportscar races of the year, the Mobil 1 SportsCar Grand Prix. 50 shiny BMWs were on display in the infield of what is traditionally referred to as Mosport Park, one of the most famous race tracks in North America.
View Post First Win of Season for Audi R8 LMS GT3 at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park by Trackworthy, July 11, 2017 Stevenson Motorsports is celebrating its first win of the season for their Audi R8 LMS GT3 in the GTD class at the Mobil 1 SportsCar Grand Prix, which was held this weekend at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park near Bowmanville Ontario. It was the seventh race of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season.
View Post 100 Ferrari’s Gather for the Ferrari Cavalcade 2017 by Trackworthy, July 8, 2017 The sixth edition of the Ferrari Cavalcade was a traveling show of more than one hundred Ferraris from all over the world. The event was held exclusively for the most loyal Ferrari customers and collectors, who share their passion for the Prancing Horse.
View Post These Cars are Meant to be Driven: Carroll Shelby by Trackworthy, July 8, 2017 As the legendary racer and automotive manufacturer Carroll Shelby would say, “These cars are meant to be driven.” And, with 526 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque, the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 is meant to be driven on the road and on the track.
View Post 2018 Maserati GranTurismo and GranCabrio Star at Goodwood Festival of Speed by Trackworthy, July 5, 2017 Maserati chose one of the most prestigious car culture events in the world to unveil the 2018 GranTurismo and GranCabrio. The four-seater coupe made its European premiere two days after it was revealed at the New York Stock Exchange in New York City, and the GranCabrio made its world debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2017. Maserati is 70 years of GranTurismo. Alongside the newly introduced GranTurismo and GranCabrio, Maserati tells the story of “70 years of GranTurismo” by displaying a collection of iconic GT cars.
View Post Aston Martin Vulcan AMR Pro is Pinnacle of AMR Performance Brand by Trackworthy, July 3, 2017 Aston Martin’s wildest-ever car, the track-only Aston Martin Vulcan, has been taken to new extremes with a performance upgrade package developed by the luxury marque’s new performance brand, AMR. Making its public debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the Aston Martin Vulcan AMR Pro sports extensive aerodynamic enhancements and shortened gearing to produce increased downforce, greater responsiveness and reduced lap times, improvements that underline its status as one of the world’s most extreme and exclusive track cars.
View Post Ford GT and Mustang GT4 Tackle Goodwood Hillclimb for First Time by Trackworthy, July 2, 2017 The ultra-high-performance Ford GT road car makes its Goodwood Hillclimb debut alongside the Ford Mustang GT4 race car, on show in Europe for the first time, at the 2017 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
View Post Burnouts Now Standard on all Ford Mustangs by Trackworthy, July 1, 2017 More rubber meets the road later this year when Ford expands the availability of electronic line-lock on 2018 Mustang. The track-exclusive feature, previously available only on V8-powered Mustang GT, will be standard on all pony cars, including those equipped with 2.3-liter EcoBoost engines. The feature is available with either the 10-speed SelectShift automatic or six-speed manual transmission.
View Post New Porsche 911 GT2 RS is Fastest and Most Powerful 911 Ever by Trackworthy, July 1, 2017 The new Porsche 911 GT2 RS is powered by a 700 hp biturbo flat-6 engine. Weighing in at 1,470 kg with a full fuel tank, the lightweight two-seater accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds. The rear-wheel drive Coupe has a top speed of 340 km/h, and with its near-motorsport drive technology, the new 911 GT2 RS trumps its 3.6-litre predecessor by 80 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque.
View Post McLaren Achieves Records Sales in 2016 and Fourth Consecutive Year of Profitability by Trackworthy, June 29, 2017 The British sportscar and supercar manufacturer, McLaren Automotive, has had yet another record-breaking year of both vehicle sales and financial performance. Profit before tax of £9.2M from an annual sales revenue of £649.8M in 2016 gave McLaren Automotive a fourth consecutive year of profitability in only six years, since start of sales in 2011. This was an increase in profit before tax of 70% compared to the £5.4M reported in 2015.
View Post Supercars Gather for 2017 Ace Spade Rally by Michael Taylor, June 29, 2017 Fifty-five supercars worth more than $10 million gather for the start of the 2017 Ace Spade Rally, a non-competitive car rally that take the participants from Toronto to Montreal, Watkins Glen, NY, New York City and, finally, Ottawa in time for Canada’s 150th birthday celebration. This is the 3rd annual rally, which was formerly known as the Blacklist Rally.
View Post Aston Martin DB11 Available With Twin-turbo V8 or V12 by Trackworthy, June 28, 2017 After its successful global introduction in 2016, the Aston Martin DB11 is now available with a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine or a 5.2-litre twin turbocharged V12. Producing 503 BHP and 498 lb-ft of torque, the V8 engine propels the DB11 from 0-100 km/h in just 4.0 seconds and on to a top speed of 300 km/h. This exceptional performance is matched by impressive efficiency of EU Combined fuel economy of 28.5 mpg. This new V8 derivative brings further significant benefits in markets where car taxation policy is structured around engine capacity, such as China.
View Post Jaguar XE SV Project 8 is Most Powerful Jaguar Road Car Ever Produced by Trackworthy, June 28, 2017 Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) has revealed the most powerful and extreme performance Jaguar road car ever, the 592 hp XE SV Project 8 sedan. The second Collector’s Edition by SVO, following the successful F-TYPE Project 7 of 2014, Project 8 is a hand-built four-door sedan with supercar performance, designed to thrill driving enthusiasts, with an extraordinary combination of power, dynamic agility and all-wheel-drive traction.
View Post Joann Villeneuve Reunited With Gilles Villeneuve’s Ferrari Formula 1 Car by Michael Taylor, June 25, 2017 Joann Villeneuve, wife of the late great Formula 1 legend Gilles Villeneuve and mother of Canada’s only Formula 1 Champion, Jacques Villeneuve, recently took a trip down memory lane. She attended the VARAC (Vintage Automobile Racing Association of Canada) Vintage Grand Prix held at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park.
View Post Porsche Sport Driving School Comes to Canada by Michael Taylor, June 19, 2017 The Porsche Sport Driving School has finally come to Canada. The school was created by Porsche in 1973 and was originally only available at the Hockenheimring race track in Germany. Over the past 43 years, Porsche has introduced the school in 16 other countries. In 2017, Porsche has expanded the list to include Canada.
View Post Volkswagen Unveils the New Sixth-generation Polo Including the Polo GTI by Trackworthy, June 16, 2017 The new completely redesigned sixth-generation Polo was revealed in Berlin. It has a new design, more room, more efficient engines, and will be offered in a GTI version with 197 hp.
View Post Just 300 Aston Martin Vantage AMR’s to be Offered by Trackworthy, June 16, 2017 The Vantage name has long been synonymous with more extreme performance Aston Martins since the 1950s, so it seems fitting that the Vantage AMR should be the first series production derivative of Aston Martin’s new race-inspired performance range...
View Post Audi R8 Spyder V10 Plus Pumps out 610 hp and Will go 328 km/h by Trackworthy, June 15, 2017 The Audi R8 Spyder V10 plus, from the workshop of Audi Sport GmbH, is the fastest series-production convertible ever offered by Audi. Its 610 hp V10 mid-engine offers intense driving performance and powers the quattro permanent all-wheel drive. The standard performance program, R8 bucket seats and many components made from carbon fiber-reinforced polymer distinguish this high-performance sports car, with its exclusive micrommata green paint finish giving it an even more intense look.
View Post McLaren 570S Spider to Make World Debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed by Trackworthy, June 14, 2017 The new McLaren 570S Spider combines the high-performance dynamic attributes and refinement of 570S Coupe with the extra exhilaration of open-air driving. The 570S Spider is the most attainable McLaren Spider ever and brings supercar attributes such as carbon-fibre construction, a mid-engined layout and extreme performance for the first time to the luxury sports convertible segment.
View Post Aston Martin Racing Set for 85th Running of 24 Hours of Le Mans by Trackworthy, June 13, 2017 Aston Martin Racing has returned to the world-famous 24 Hours of Le Mans and is ready to take on this weekend’s 85th running at the Circuit de la Sarthe. With track action underway on Wednesday, the iconic race remains the centrepiece of the FIA World Endurance Championship and will be contested by the team’s three V8 Vantage GTEs, two in the GTE Pro class and one works entry in GTE Am.
View Post Winning Weekend for Scuderia Corsa in Montreal Ferrari Challenge Sets Momentum for Le Mans by Trackworthy, June 12, 2017 Competing in front of a large international audience at the famed Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, the lone event run in conjunction with this weekend's FIA Formula One World Championship, Scuderia Corsa would not disappoint in their efforts to present a first-class experience. Bringing 11 cars to this invitation-only event, the team enjoyed tremendous success both on and off the track, with an overall win, a total of five podiums and one Coppa Team highlighting a weekend that truly integrated Ferrari's racing heritage.
View Post INFINITI and Pirelli Announce ‘Project Black S’ Partnership at Canadian Grand Prix by Trackworthy, June 12, 2017 INFINITI and Pirelli, the official Formula 1 tire supplier, announced that they will collaborate on INFINITI's "Project Black S." "Project Black S" explores the potential of a future performance grade for INFINITI.
View Post New Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series Has Increased Power and Luxury by Trackworthy, June 8, 2017 The new 2018 Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series Coupe is the most powerful 911 Turbo S ever. The Coupe makes 607 horsepower and is limited to 500 units worldwide. Read more!
View Post First Honda Civic Type R to Be Auctioned Benefiting Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation by Trackworthy, June 8, 2017 The very first 2017 Honda Civic Type R in the world, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 01, will be auctioned online beginning June 7, with all proceeds benefiting the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. The Civic Type R is the fastest, most powerful Honda of all time produced for the North American market and the first Honda Civic Type R to be sold in Canada and the United States.
View Post 8,000 Lamborghini Huracans Produced in Just 3 Years! by Trackworthy, June 6, 2017 The Lamborghini Huracan achieved an important milestone in its history this month with 8.000 units produced. The Spyder Grigio Lynx car, chassis number 8,000, rolled off the assembly line destined for the UK market. The Huracan LP 610-4 coupe celebrated its show premiere at the 2014 Geneva International Motor Show. Customer delivery began in the spring of 2014. It is manufactured at the Automobili Lamborghini headquarters in Sant’Agata Bolognese.
View Post Renault Sport Formula One Team Managing Director Drives New INFINITI Q60S by Trackworthy, June 6, 2017 NFINITI has provided a new Q60S sports coupe to Renault Sport Formula One Team Managing Director Cyril Abiteboul. The vehicle features the most advanced V6 engine that INFINITI has ever offered. The all-new 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine is the lightest, most powerful, cleanest and most fuel-efficient V6 turbo engine within the INFINITI range, reaching 60 mph in under five seconds and striking a balance between drivability, efficiency and performance.
View Post First Win for Acura NSX GT3 in International Sports Car Racing by Trackworthy, June 6, 2017 A strong qualifying performance and fast opening stint from Katherine Legge, followed by a quick pit stop by the Michael Shank Racing team and successful closing run by co-driver Andy Lally, netted the first victory for the Acura NSX GT3 in international sports car racing Saturday on the Belle Isle Park temporary street circuit in Detroit, Michigan.
View Post 2018 Limited-Edition Ford Focus RS Marks End of Run by Trackworthy, June 5, 2017 The new limited-edition Ford Focus RS will be limited to just 1,500 units for Canada and the United States celebrating the end of run of this generation hot hatch. Passion from the enthusiast community led Ford to introduce an exclusive new version of the Focus RS for North America.
View Post Formula 1 Champion Jenson Button to Race Honda NSX GT in Suzuka 1000km by Trackworthy, June 2, 2017 TEAM MUGEN director Nagataka Tezuka announced today that McLaren-Honda driver Jenson Button will join the team for a one-off race in the SUPER GT Series in the GT500 class. Button will drive a Honda NSX-GT at the 46th International SUZUKA 1000km August 27, which is Round 6 of the SUPER GT series at the Suzuka Circuit in Japan.
View Post New Lotus Elise Cup 250 Fastest Four-Cylinder Lotus Ever by Trackworthy, June 2, 2017 The new Lotus Elise Cup 250 offers a blend of purity of purpose with performance at the apex of the recently revised Elise range. Supercharged, lightweight and distilled from Lotus’ extensive motorsport knowhow, the new model packs 243 hp into a chassis designed to deliver the benchmark in responsive handling and haptic feedback. The car’s enhanced aerodynamics come from a number of additions including a new lightweight rear wing, front splitter, bargeboards and rear diffuser contributing to 125 kg of downforce at 140 mph.
View Post Jaguar XE SV Project 8 Most Extreme Performance Jaguar Ever by Trackworthy, May 31, 2017 Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) has created the most powerful, agile and extreme performance Jaguar ever: the new Jaguar XE SV Project 8. A prototype version of the 591 hp Jaguar sports sedan offering supercar performance, debuted at the legendary Nurburgring Nordschleife, adorned with an exclusive camouflage created by SVO Design.
View Post BMW M4 GT4 Race Car Now Available for Order by Trackworthy, May 25, 2017 Ever wanted your very own BMW racecar? Well, you can now order one! The new BMW M4 GT4, the latest model in the BMW Motorsport product range, is available. The technologically advanced car has completed over 20,000 kilometres of tests, multiple hours in the wind tunnel, extensive application runs for fine-tuning purposes, and successful test outings under race conditions.
View Post Volvo S60 Polestar Sets Nürburgring Four-door Sedan Lap Record by Trackworthy, May 25, 2017 Cyan Racing remained at the Nürburgring Nordschleife after last year’s FIA World Touring Car Championship race to perform a secret test. The objective was to take the performance of the Volvo S60 Polestar road car as far as possible. The result was record-breaking. Read more!
View Post Aston Martin Enters Long-Term Partnership With NFL Star Tom Brady by Trackworthy, May 23, 2017 Aston Martin has announced the start of a new long-term partnership with Tom Brady, record-breaking National Football League star and one of the most renowned and respected athletes of all time. In collaboration with Aston Martin’s Vice President & Chief Creative Officer, Marek Reichman, the designer currently responsible for creative direction of the Aston Martin brand and model range, Brady and Reichman will explore their affinity for The Love of Beautiful via a new content series entitled Category of One, premiering later this year.
View Post Volkswagen – User Submitted Content by Trackworthy, May 19, 2017 Some of the most exciting, raw and real content comes from you, our valued fans. Check out the incredible photos and videos that our enthusiasts have submitted. Don’t forget to....
View Post Ford – User Submitted Content by Trackworthy, May 19, 2017 Some of the most exciting, raw and real content comes from you, our valued fans. Check out the incredible photos and videos that our enthusiasts have submitted. Don’t forget to....
View Post Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Wins Three in a Row in Blancpain GT Series by admin, May 17, 2017 Lamborghini continues its winning streak in the first three races of the Blancpain GT Series. After victories at the end of April in Monza in the Endurance Cup and earlier this month at the Brands Hatch’s Sprint Cup, the Huracan GT3 claimed its third consecutive race win.
View Post Ford GT Supercar Created to Test Technologies for Future Vehicles by Trackworthy, May 17, 2017 The Ford GT was designed not only to win races but also to serve as a test bed for new technologies and ideas for future vehicles across Ford’s line-up. GT’s role as a technology test bed is evident throughout the supercar, with some innovations serving as longer-term possibilities, while others are in production today. Customised Drive Modes that help customers fit a vehicle’s performance to specific conditions is expanding. Ford GT’s Track mode, which is offered in the award-winning Ford Focus RS, will also feature on the all-new Fiesta ST for the first time next year.
View Post One-millionth Porsche 911 Rolls off Production Line by Trackworthy, May 11, 2017 A milestone was reached today when the one-millionth 911 rolled off the production line in Zuffenhausen, Germany, where all 911s are manufactured. The one-millionth car is a 2017 911 Carrera S in the special colour “Irish Green”, with numerous exclusive features following the original 911 from 1963. The two-door car remains the most strategically important model in the product range and makes a huge contribution to maintaining Porsche’s position as one of the most profitable car manufacturers in the world.
View Post World’s Largest Bugatti Showroom Opens in Dubai by Trackworthy, May 10, 2017 The largest Bugatti showroom in the world is opening its doors on Sheikh Zayed Road in the centre of Dubai. The French supercar manufacturer’s facility in Dubai is the 15th location in the brand’s global dealership network. With 30 orders received for the Chiron (that's roughly $100 million!), Bugatti UAE is the brand’s most successful dealership underscoring the importance of the Arabian peninsula as one of Bugatti’s key sales markets. For the inauguration of the new luxury address on the Arabian Gulf, the world’s most powerful, fastest, most luxurious and most exclusive production...
View Post Influencer Pick: SeenThroughGlass – “Not a Fan” of McLaren 720S by Trackworthy, May 10, 2017 We recently featured an Influencer Pick by Mr JWW, who raved about his brand new McLaren 720S. We now present a different, shocking, and perhaps less biased perspective (i.e. he doesn't own one), of Sam Fane (SeenThroughGlass) on what is one of the most desired supercars on the market today.
View Post Mercedes-AMG Motorsport on Podium in Their 400th DTM Race by Trackworthy, May 10, 2017 Gary Paffett, driving the Mercedes-AMG C 63 DTM, finished second and put Mercedes-AMG Motorsport on the podium for their 400th DTM/ITC race. The second place result brings the total to 522 podium finishes for Mercedes-AMG Motorsport in the DTM/ITC. This race, marking a special milestone, in front of 79,500 spectators over the weekend and was a good accomplishment with a safety car period, changeable weather conditions and plenty of scraps for position.
View Post Aston Martin V8 Vantage GTE Takes Class Win at 6 Hours of Spa by Trackworthy, May 9, 2017 The No. 98 Aston Martin Racing V8 Vantage GTE took the class victory in 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps and now leads the GTE Am championship. After clinching pole position, the trio of Paul Dalla Lana (Canada), Pedro Lamy (Portugal) and Mathias Lauda (Austria) drove a faultless race to take the race win. The result give the team 26 points including an additional point for pole position.
View Post Ford GT Versus Ferrari Battle Continues at FIA WEC 6 Hours of Spa by Trackworthy, May 9, 2017 The 2017 FIA World Endurance Championship 6 Hours of Spa featured more wheel-to-wheel racing between rivals Ford and Ferrari. Ferrari took the spoils this time but the Ford GT’s will continue the next round of the FIA World Endurance Championship battle, at the most prestigious sportscar endurance race in the world, the 24 Hours of Le Mans June 17-18, 2017 in Le Mans, France.
View Post Influencer Pick – Mr JWW – New McLaren 720S by Trackworthy, May 5, 2017 Understandably, Mr. JWW's excitement is palpable. He just picked up the replacement for his McLaren 675LT, the brand new McLaren 720S, the successor to the highly acclaimed 650S. We can't help but smile (and drool) as we witness the supercar-induced euphoria rushing through Mr. JWW's veins as he rips the 720S through the countryside!
View Post Ford Mustang is the Best-selling Sports Car in the World by Trackworthy, May 5, 2017 The Ford Mustang has been the best-selling sports car in the United States over the last 50 years, and now, as a result of growth in international markets, the iconic pony car is the most popular sports car in the world, according to Ford analysis of IHS Markit new vehicle registration data in the sports car segment. Sales in 2016 were up 74% over 2015, according to HIS Markit new vehicle registrations!
View Post Influencer Pick: Carfection – Unleashing the Jaguar F-Type SVR by Trackworthy, May 3, 2017 The boys from Carfection push Jaguar's newest release, the Jaguar F-Type SVR, as close to the limit as possible. The goal? To test whether the SVR can actually hit the impressive 200 mph top-speed that Jaguar claims it can, or whether that metric is mere puffery!
View Post The Sights and Sounds of the New Mercedes-AMG GT C Roadster by Trackworthy, May 3, 2017 The Mercedes-AMG GT C Roadster enhances the GT lineup with a completely new model variant. With an output of 557 hp and peak torque of 502 lb-ft, the AMG GT C is the most powerful new Roadster variant and uses some of the technical refinements of the AMG GT R. The new Roadsters make hallmark AMG driving performance an even more intensive experience!
View Post World’s Largest Lamborghini Showroom Opens in Dubai by Trackworthy, April 28, 2017 With the inauguration of the largest Lamborghini showroom in the world in Dubai Automobili Lamborghini is preparing its international dealer network for the future. The new showroom and service centre, located in Sheik Zayed Road, exit 41, Dubai, UAE is one of twelve Lamborghini sales points within the dealer network in the Middle East and Africa.
View Post One-Millionth Mazda MX-5 Returns Home After 1-Year World Tour by Trackworthy, April 24, 2017 The one-millionth Mazda MX-5, a commemorative model celebrating the production of 1 million units of Mazda’s iconic two-seater convertible sports car, has returned home after a year-long tour that saw it exhibited at fan events around the world. The car arrived back at the company’s Hiroshima headquarters on April 7.
View Post 2017 Honda Civic Type R Sets Fastest Nurburgring Front-Wheel Drive Lap by Trackworthy, April 24, 2017 The all-new 2017 Honda Civic Type R has set a new lap record for front-wheel drive cars at the Nurburgring Nordschleife. On April 3rd, 2017, a development car lapped the world-famous circuit in 7 minutes 43.8 seconds. The lap time was achieved during the final phase of the model’s testing, on a dry track with an optimum ambient temperature for the best tire and powertrain performance. The new time represents an improvement of nearly seven seconds compared to the model’s predecessor!
View Post New Limited Edition BMW M4 CS Fills Gap Between M4 and M4 GTS by Trackworthy, April 24, 2017 BMW’s M division has created the BMW M4 CS, another limited-run special-edition model which fills the gap in the line-up between the M4 Coupe with Competition Package and the uncompromisingly track-focused BMW M4 GTS. With its accentuated sporting presence, the new M4 CS continues the decades-long tradition of successful M special editions which began in 1988 with the E30 BMW M3 Evolution. The new BMW M4 CS will be built at the original BMW plant in Munich.
View Post First Bugatti Chiron Super Sports Cars Delivered by Trackworthy, April 23, 2017 The doors of Bugatti’s “Atelier” at the brand’s headquarters in Molsheim, opened last month for the delivery of the first customer vehicles in the Chiron series. Three of the world’s most powerful, fastest, most luxurious and most exclusive production super sports cars are now starting their journey to their owners in Europe and the Middle East.
View Post New Four-Cylinder Turbocharged Alfa Romeo Giulia Veloce by Trackworthy, April 23, 2017 Following the launch of the award-winning Alfa Romeo Giulia last year, the range has been expanded to include the Veloce. This new model balances the dynamics and comfort of the Giulia range to offer affordable performance and luxury, sitting between the Giulia Speciale and flagship Giulia Quadrifoglio in the line-up.
View Post 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE With Turbocharged Four-Cylinder Engine by Trackworthy, April 22, 2017 The 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE introduces the state-of-the-art four-cylinder Ingenium engine. The pairing of Jaguar’s all-aluminium two-seat sports car with the advanced 296 hp 2.0-litre turbocharged powerplant delivers Jaguar sports car DNA with enhanced agility and improved efficiency and affordability.
View Post World Premiere – Audi R8 LMS GT4 at New York Auto Show by Trackworthy, April 21, 2017 Audi premiered its new R8 LMS GT4 race car at the 2017 New York International Auto Show. The Audi R8 LMS GT4 stands for production-based racing. It has been derived directly from the road-approved Audi R8 Coupe V10 and offers a high level of safety. At the same time, it is an affordable choice in terms of purchasing price and cost of ownership. It is the ideal race car for amateur campaigners, in line with the spirit of the GT4 regulations that continue a great sports car tradition.
View Post Lotus Exige Cup 380 Fastest to Track, and Around it by Trackworthy, April 20, 2017 Without equal and without compromise, the new Exige Cup 380 coupe provides the perfect balance between fully type approved road car and genuine race car to deliver the ultimate track-and-back street-legal Lotus. Evolved from the hugely successful and capable Exige Sport 380, this latest Lotus is the purest manifestation yet of the company’s Cup concept for sports cars. Genuinely eligible for competition yet undeniably elegant, just 60 editions of this extreme Exige are planned for worldwide markets, assuring its status as one of Lotus’ most collectable road cars.
View Post Ford GT Wins First Race of World Endurance Championship at Silverstone by Trackworthy, April 17, 2017 The Ford Chip Ganassi Racing team has dealt the first blow in the battle for the 2017 FIA World Endurance Championship by taking victory at Silverstone. Briton Harry Tincknell was first past the chequered flag in the No. 67 Ford GT at the season opener. The sister No. 66 Ford GT was in contention for the win until a safety car period in the second half of the race switched the order.
View Post Aston Martin V8 Vantage GTE on Podium at 6 Hours of Silverstone by Trackworthy, April 17, 2017 Aston Martin Racing has claimed its first podium of 2017 after the team’s No. 98 Aston Martin V8 Vantage GTE finished the FIA World Endurance Championship’s season opener at Silverstone in second place.
View Post Ford Extends Shelby GT350 and GT350R Mustang Availability to 2018 by Trackworthy, April 17, 2017 The most track-capable, street legal Mustang ever built is back for another lap. Ford Motor Company announced that the Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT350R Mustang will continue for 2018, available in showrooms this fall.
View Post Double Podium for Ferrari 488 GTE at Silverstone World Endurance Championship by Trackworthy, April 17, 2017 Ferrari began the 2017 season of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) with a victory in the GTE-Am class and a 2nd place in the GTE-Pro class at the 6 Hours of Silverstone. In the GTE-Pro class James Calado and Alessandro Pier Guidi spent the race on the attack and took 2nd place, and in GTE-Am, victory went to the 488 GTE of Clearwater Racing crewed by Weng Sun Mok, Keita Sawa and Matt Griffin who took advantage of an accident on the last lap involving the Aston Martin No. 98 and the other Ferrari, the 488 GTE of team Spirit of Race driven by Thomas Flohr, Francesco Castellacci and Migu...
View Post Volkswagen Golf R Introduced at the New York International Auto Show by Trackworthy, April 14, 2017 The Volkswagen Golf R, the most powerful Golf model ever to be sold in the North American market, is equipped with an EA888 four-cylinder turbocharged and direct-injection TSI 2.0-liter engine that produces 292 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque (achieved using premium fuel). The Golf R is available with either a six-speed manual transmission or—new for 2018 and exclusive to Golf R—a seven-speed DSG dual clutch automatic.
View Post Lotus Evora Sport 410 GP Edition Salutes US Launch by Trackworthy, April 13, 2017 Continuing the success of Lotus’ return to North America, the legendary British Sportscar maker has unveiled a unique Evora Sport 410 in one of the company’s most famous liveries. The new Lotus Evora Sport 410 for North America is the lightest and most focused iteration of the Evora, and joins the benchmark Evora 400 in the company’s line-up as a fully type approved model. It is also the fastest road-going Lotus ever sold in the US, clocking 0-60 mph in 3.9 secs and a top speed of 190 mph!
View Post New McLaren 720S Supercar Commences Full Production by Trackworthy, April 12, 2017 McLaren Automotive is celebrating the beginning of full production of the new 720S, with the completion of the ‘Job#1’ car. The move to full production marks the beginning of a new chapter in the McLaren Automotive story, as the second generation of the Super Series – codenamed ‘P14’ – replaces the first generation, ‘P11’ model family that encompassed the original McLaren 12C and subsequent derivatives, as well as the McLaren 650S and 675LT. Read more!
View Post Chevrolet Corvette Carbon 65 Edition Celebrates 65 Years of Corvette by Trackworthy, April 12, 2017 Chevrolet is commemorating the 65th anniversary of the Corvette with a new Corvette Carbon 65 Edition offered on 2018 Grand Sport 3LT and Z06 3LZ models. Limited to only 650 numbered vehicles globally... Read more!
View Post Just 10 Aston Martin Vanquish S Red Arrows Editions to be Built by Trackworthy, April 11, 2017 Spectacular British aviation skills inspired Aston Martin's latest Q by Aston Martin creation, the Vanquish S Red Arrows edition. Just ten examples of the Red Arrows inspired cars are being commissioned by Aston Martin Cambridge, each with special design features, hand-crafted interiors and graphic elements that draw on the visual language of aviation, as well as the skill and agility of the RAF's globally acclaimed official aerobatic unit, the Red Arrows.
View Post Victory and Double Podium for McLaren 650S GT3 at Long Beach by Trackworthy, April 11, 2017 McLaren Factory Driver Alvaro Parente continued his strong start to the 2017 Pirelli World Challenge season on the streets of Long Beach California, breaking the lap record to score pole position, before claiming a lights-to-flag victory. Close behind the reigning champion, K-PAX Racing’s Bryan Sellers teammate secured the final podium position in the No. 6 650S GT3.
View Post The New 450 Horsepower Audi RS 5 Coupe by Trackworthy, April 8, 2017 The new Audi RS 5 Coupé is hitting dealerships around Europe in June 2017. It is powered by an all-new 2.9 TFSI biturbo engine that produces 450 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque. Standard quattro drive distributes the power to all four wheels. It has all of the ingredients of trackworthy beast. We're anxious to see how it will perform...
View Post New Lamborghini Huracán Polizia Delivered to Italian Police by Trackworthy, April 8, 2017 Automobili Lamborghini has delivered a new Huracán Polizia, the police version of its Huracán supercar, to the Italian Highway Patrol in Rome. The Lamborghini Huracán of the Italian Police is to be assigned to the Highway Patrol in Bologna for normal police operations and for the urgent transport of blood and organs.
View Post 2018 Nissan 370Z Heritage Edition at the New York Auto Show by Trackworthy, April 5, 2017 Nissan is offering a special early preview of the 2018 370Z Coupe Heritage Edition at next week’s New York International Auto Show. The Heritage Edition honors the 370Z as it approaches its 50th anniversary at the end of the decade since its launch under the Datsun brand.
View Post Influencer Pick: CarsWithLuke – Audi TT RS by Trackworthy, April 3, 2017 Luke (CarsWithLuke) beautifully showcases the new Audi TT RS on a hairy Austrian road complete with 29 hairpin turns leading to a glacier!
View Post The All-New 400-Horsepower 2017 Q60 Red Sport 400 by Trackworthy, April 3, 2017 Check out the highest horsepower Infiniti sports coupe to date, the Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400! Featuring 400 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque from its sport-tuned V6 twin turbo, the Q60 Red Sport 400 takes the third-generation of Infiniti’s sports coupe into a new level of performance driving.
View Post 2018 Subaru WRX and WRX STI on the Road, Track and Dirt by Trackworthy, March 31, 2017 The newly redesigned 2018 Subaru WRX and WRX STI get together to have some fun on the race track, dirt roads and winding backroads. The result is a pure adrenaline rush, with a soundtrack that can only come from a flat-four turbocharged boxer engine. According to Subaru, these are the best-handling, best-performing WRX and WRX STI’s ever. Both are available this Spring.
View Post New 2017 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Car Unveiling by Trackworthy, March 31, 2017 Porsche has built more than 3,000 GT3 Cup cars since its introduction in 1998. It is the world’s most-produced GT racing car. Thanks to thoroughbred motorsport technology, the 2017 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup compact 4-litre six-cylinder boxer engine, with direct fuel injection, delivers 485 hp at 7,500 rpm and 354 lb-ft of torque at 6,250 rpm. The new Porsche 911 GT3 Cup car will be competing on race tracks around the world starting this spring.
View Post 2017 Aston Martin Racing V8 Vantage GTE at Le Mans by Trackworthy, March 30, 2017 Aston Martin Racing is back with a trio of V8 Vantage GTEs, fighting once again for honours in the world’s premiere endurance racing series; the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). While the team’s challenger may be familiar to motorsport aficionados, the team is proud to announce that Daniel Serra (BR) will join Aston Martin Racing for this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans. Read more...
View Post Nissan GT-R Track Edition to Make US Debut at New York Auto Show by Trackworthy, March 30, 2017 For Nissan GT-R enthusiasts, 2017 is turning out to be a milestone year. The model year started with a major makeover for both the GT-R Premium and GT-R NISMO and caps off with the North American debut of the limited production GT-R Track Edition at the New York International Auto Show. Read more...
View Post New Ford Mustang GT4 Claims First Win in Only Second Race! by Trackworthy, March 23, 2017 The new Ford Mustang GT4 captured its first checkered flag just one race after its debut, as Canadian Scott Maxwell carried the No. 60 NanoProMT/Ford Performance Ford Mustang GT4 to the win for KohR Motorsports at Sebring International Raceway. Maxwell drove the second half of the race after his teammate Jade Buford from Brentwood, Tennessee, started on pole. It marked Ford’s 50th win in the Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge series and first for KohR Motorsports with Ford.
View Post New Lotus Elise Sprint Edition is Lighter and Faster by Trackworthy, March 21, 2017 Focusing on driver involvement, to provide an immersive experience, the new Lotus Elise Sprint reaffirms the company’s leading position in automotive engineering. A benchmark in purity and balance, the Elise is a favourite amongst drivers and enthusiasts, and to date nearly 33,000 examples have been hand built at Lotus’ famous Hethel factory. Distilled from the very essence of the company’s heritage, the Elise carries Lotus founder Colin Chapman’s vision of efficient engineering into the future and arrives as the company continues its return to form with its strongest ever line-up of v...
View Post Pure McLaren Race Transforms Track Day Drivers Into Race Car Drivers by Trackworthy, March 20, 2017 McLaren Automotive has announced full details of the 2017 Pure McLaren programme – a series of exclusive events that bring together the most passionate McLaren owners and enthusiasts. The 2017 calendar starts on April 5 at Monza, Italy and promises exhilarating track days at some of the most iconic Grand Prix circuits across the world. Read more!
View Post Ferrari Celebrates 70th Anniversary With LaFerrari Aperta and 125 S by Trackworthy, March 15, 2017 On March 12 1947, Enzo Ferrari fired up the 125 S, the first car to bear his name. That test-drive on the streets of Maranello marked the start of modern Ferrari history. The then-modest factory quickly grew into one of the great internationally-renowned Made in Italy icons. Now, exactly 70 years later, on March 12 2017, Ferrari launches its official celebrations for this milestone anniversary. To coincide with the official start of the celebrations and to commemorate the events of 70 years ago, Ferrari is also releasing a special video featuring a re-enactment of the first 12-cylinder to spor...
View Post New Alpine A110 Unveiled at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, March 10, 2017 One year after the presentation of the Alpine Vision show car, Alpine revealed at the Geneva International Motor Show its production car: the new A110. Combining the timeless Alpine principles of compact size, lightweight and agility, this mid-engined two-seat sports coupe is true to the spirit of its predecessors and in particular the A110 ‘Berlinette’. The new car will be built in the Alpine factory in Dieppe and deliveries will start late 2017 in Continental Europe.
View Post 2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE: Most Track-Capable Camaro Ever by Trackworthy, March 10, 2017 The 2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE establishes a new performance benchmark for Chevrolet as the company's most track-capable Camaro ever. Taking the track-focused 1LE formula to an unprecedented level, the ZL1 1LE incorporates racing-based suspension and aero technologies, as well as exclusive Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3R summer-only tires, in an extreme track performance package.
View Post Aston Martin AMR Strengthens Connection Between Road and Race Cars by Trackworthy, March 9, 2017 Aston Martin has chosen the 2017 Geneva Motor Show to launch AMR - an exciting new brand that brings a new dimension of race inspired dynamism and performance. Reflecting Aston Martin’s racing pedigree, AMR takes technology and inspiration from motorsport to amplify the sporting prowess present across the model range. With enhanced performance, sharper dynamics and more powerful design language, AMR takes Aston Martin’s road cars to new and exciting extremes.
View Post 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 World Premiere at Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, March 8, 2017 The 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 just made its World Debut in Geneva! In this newest generation GT3, the road and racetrack connection is more intense than ever. At the heart of the latest enhancement beats a four-litre flat engine. The extremely high-revving naturally aspirated 500 horsepower engine remains virtually unchanged from the thoroughbred 911 GT3 Cup racing car. Read more...
View Post McLaren 720S Second-Generation Super Series Revealed at Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, March 7, 2017 The new McLaren 720S made its global debut today at the 87th Geneva International Motor Show, introducing the second-generation of McLaren’s Super Series and simultaneously raising previously accepted limits of performance in the supercar sector.
View Post All-new Honda Civic Type R Debuts at Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, March 7, 2017 Honda has revealed the all-new Civic Type R at the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show, ahead of the model’s European launch in the summer. The new car builds on Honda’s heritage in developing high-performance hatchbacks, and represents the segment’s ultimate expression of dynamic purity. Sharing the same fundamentals as the new Civic hatchback, the new Type R has been engineered from the ground up to deliver the most rewarding drive in the hot-hatch segment – both on road and on the race track.
View Post Influencer Pick – Seen Through Glass – Mercedes AMG GT S by Trackworthy, March 7, 2017 Sam (Seen Through Glass) constantly highlights our favorite TrackWorthy cars. Check out his spectacular drive across Switzerland in a Mercedes AMG GT S!
View Post Aston Martin AM-RB 001 to be Named Aston Martin Valkyrie by Trackworthy, March 7, 2017 The revolutionary hypercar co-developed by Aston Martin and Red Bull, formerly code-named the AM-RB 001, is now officially called the Aston Martin Valkyrie. While its name is rooted in ancient mythology, the Aston Martin Valkyrie is a pure expression of modern technology. By bringing together Aston Martin, Red Bull Advanced Technologies, project partner AF Racing and some of the world’s leading technology partners, the Aston Martin Valkyrie promises otherworldly performance befitting of its name. Read more...
View Post Bugatti Chiron Tested and Approved by Cristiano Ronaldo! by Trackworthy, March 6, 2017 Just before deliveries of the new Bugatti Chiron start, Bugatti has requested a real champion to give the French luxury brand’s new ultimate hypercar a final test drive. Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, World Player of the Year and reigning European Champion is a huge sportscar fan. Andy Wallace, 24 Hours of Le Mans and three-time 24 Hours of Daytona winning race car driver and Bugatti test driver, hands the keys over to Cristiano for a test drive. He got behind the wheel in Madrid to take a closer look at the Bugatti Chiron supercar. Cristiano's conclusion: approved after comprehensive t...
View Post Lamborghini Huracán Performante Sets Lap Record at Nürburgring Nordschleife by Trackworthy, March 4, 2017 The Lamborghini Huracán Performante has already proven its extraordinary capabilities ahead of its unveiling at Geneva Motor Show next week. Following the day’s open sessions on the “Ring”, at 5:00pm local time, officials closed the track to other manufacturers. After official track checks this left just a 15-minute window for Lamborghini to make one attempt at the lap record with a production Huracán Performante, still in its development camouflage... Read more!
View Post TrackWorthy Cars Premiering at the 2017 Canadian International AutoShow by Trackworthy, March 2, 2017 TrackWorthy cars abound at the 2017 Canadian International AutoShow. We highlight the newest and most exciting models on the floor!
View Post Ford GT Competition Series Aimed at Hardcore Track Enthusiasts by Trackworthy, March 1, 2017 “The Ford GT has racing in its blood,” says Raj Nair, Ford executive vice president, global product development, and chief technical officer. The Ford GT Competition Series is engineered to build on the car’s innovative lightweight and aerodynamic design.
View Post Ferrari 812 Superfast to Debut at Geneva International Motor Show by Trackworthy, February 27, 2017 Ferrari has selected the 87th Geneva International Motor Show for the world premiere of the new 12-cylinder berlinetta, the 812 Superfast, the most powerful and fastest Ferrari in the marque’s history. This new car not only introduces innovative features but also marks the 70th anniversary of the Prancing Horse’s first V12 in 1947. Read more...
View Post Influencer Pick – Shmee150 – Lamborghini Aventador S LP740-4 by Trackworthy, February 25, 2017 Improving on Perfection In a previous post, we highlighted the specs of the updated Lamborghini Aventador, the Lamborghini Aventador S LP740-4. A customizable “Ego” driving mode, design updates encouraging additional....
View Post Lotus Evora Sport 410 Honours Iconic James Bond Lotus Esprit S1 by Trackworthy, February 25, 2017 Lotus Exclusive has commissioned a one-off Lotus Evora Sport 410 as a tribute to one of its most famous ancestors, the Lotus Esprit S1. The Evora Sport 410 has wowed motoring press and customers with its combination of effortless pace and intuitive handling. The original Lotus Esprit S1 appeared in the James Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, and Lotus’ in-house personalisation department has crafted a special, one-off Evora Sport 410 in commemoration.
View Post New Audi RS 3 Sportback to Debut at Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, February 25, 2017 The Audi RS 3 Sportback, the original entry point to Audi RS ownership, will make its comeback with the latest 400 hp five-cylinder TFSI engine and a raft of design and connectivity upgrades at next month’s Geneva Motor Show. Following its world public debut in Switzerland on Tuesday March 7, the Audi compact segment spearhead will become available to order in the summer and will touch down towards the end of the year.
View Post New Bugatti Chiron Production at Molsheim Factory by Trackworthy, February 25, 2017 Bugatti Chiron production is gathering speed. Sort of. Actually, it takes an average of six months for 20 Bugatti employees to hand-build each of the world’s most powerful and fastest hypercar from more than 1,800 individual parts! Twelve cars are currently taking shape in the French luxury brand’s production facility, the so called “Atelier” at the company’s headquarters. Delivery of the first vehicles is expected to be in the first quarter of 2017. Up to 70 cars will be built each year.
View Post New Aston Martin Vantage S Red Bull Racing Editions by Trackworthy, February 23, 2017 Aston Martin has unveiled its latest additions to the Vantage range; the V8 and V12 Vantage S Red Bull Racing Editions. Celebrating the two brands’ unique ‘Innovation Partnership’, Aston Martin’s latest global offering takes approval from Red Bull Racing drivers Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen, with their signatures adorning both sill and inspection plaques.
View Post Influencer Pick – Shmee150 on His Mercedes-AMG GT R by Trackworthy, February 7, 2017 It's press launch day for the Mercedes-AMG GT R, and Tim Burton (Shmee150) steps behind the wheel of the "savage beast." Shmee spends significant time exploring all facets of the GT R. Why? First, he has one on order, making him especially excited. Second, because he thinks it's "spectacularly awesome!"
View Post Porsche’s Sweet Spot: the 2017 Porsche 911 GTS by Trackworthy, February 7, 2017 We recently shared the official release package on the 2017 Porsche 911 GTS. Nevertheless, given all the hype building around the model since finding its way into journalists' excited hands, we wanted to share with you some of the better videos available for your viewing pleasure!
View Post The Most TrackWorthy Car at the 2017 Detroit Auto Show by Trackworthy, February 3, 2017 Enthusiasts rejoice! Amidst all the autonomous cars of the future, we present some of the best new performance cars at the 2017 North American International Auto Show. Watch to find out which we selected!
View Post Influencer Pick: Nick Murray’s New Porsche 911 991.2 by Trackworthy, February 3, 2017 Our kinda influencer with our kinda passion in our kinda car Nick Murray is our kind of car enthusiast: thoughtful, humble, articulate, and, most importantly, passionate about beautiful cars. About....
View Post Next Generation: Lamborghini Aventador S by Trackworthy, February 3, 2017 The new Lamborghini Aventador S has a new aerodynamic design, redeveloped suspension, increased power and new driving dynamics. The ‘S’ defines a new benchmark for the V12 Lamborghini. Check out some awesome photos and video of the insane new car!
View Post 2017 Ford GT Sets Record at Calabogie in Canada by Trackworthy, January 27, 2017 In 2016 development testing, with all contenders track-prepped with new fluids, fresh tires and optimal suspension settings, in identical conditions and with the same driver behind the wheel, the 2017 Ford GT outpaced a McLaren 675LT and a Ferrari 458 Speciale at Calabogie Motorsports Park, which is about an hour west of Ottawa, Ontario. The 2017 Ford GT attained a top speed of 216 mph or 347 km/h, the fastest of any production Ford vehicle!
View Post 2016 Ford Mustang GT California Road Trip Special Edition Review by Trackworthy, January 19, 2017 TrackWorthy's Michael Taylor appropriately heads to the Los Angeles area to review the 2016 Ford Mustang GT Califonia Special Edition. Despite its weight, it's hard not to love this car driving on coastal and canyon roads with top down and exhaust growling.
View Post Aston Martin DB11 First of 7 New Models Over Next 7 Years by Trackworthy, January 19, 2017 The most significant achievement for the British luxury carmaker in 2016 was the launch of the highly anticipated DB11 which has received rave reviews since its launch at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The new DB11 is the first in a line of seven new models to be launched over the next seven years, in line with the company’s ‘Second Century Plan’, which takes the 103-year-old company into its next century of operation.
View Post Porsche 911 GTS Models Fastest and Most Capable by Trackworthy, January 18, 2017 Porsche is expanding the 911 model line with five new GTS models: the rear-wheel drive 911 Carrera GTS, the all-wheel drive 911 Carrera 4 GTS, each available in either coupe or cabriolet, and the all-wheel drive 911 Targa 4 GTS. Check out the details and the latest photos and videos!
View Post BMW M4 and 4 Series Get New Styling and Features by Trackworthy, January 18, 2017 The BMW M4 and 4 Series coupe, convertible and gran coupe have been refreshed for 2017. Styling cues borrowed from the BMW Concept 4 Series coupe in 2012 are visible in the design of the new 4 Series, with the new models including a large air intake and LED headlights and rear lights. Check out some photos and videos showcasing the more aggressive styling!
View Post New Jaguar F-Type ReRun App Developed With GoPro by Trackworthy, January 16, 2017 Already recognised as the most dynamically capable, performance-focused Jaguar, the Jaguar F-Type continues to evolve, with a fresh look, state-of-the-art infotainment system and world-first ReRun app that combines vehicle data with GoPro video to enhance the driving experience.
View Post Daimler’s AMG Celebrates 50 Years by Trackworthy, January 15, 2017 The three letters AMG stand for automotive performance, exclusivity and dynamic driving pleasure. In 2017, the company founded by Hans-Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher is celebrating its 50th anniversary. In the course of this half-century, Mercedes-AMG has recorded numerous successes in motor sport and through the development of unique road-going vehicles, repeatedly underlining its position as a highly successful sports car and performance brand. Today this is truer than ever. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler AG, the Affalterbach-based company represents the sporting spearhead of th...
View Post Influencer Pick – Seen Through Glass – McLaren 540C by Trackworthy, January 11, 2017 Sam Fane (Seen Through Glass) has finally selected his new TrackWorthy car. And what an awesome choice: the McLaren 540C. For Sam, beholding his very own supercar for the first time is dream-come-true moment, and his excitement after many sleepless nights of unbearable anticipation is palpable!
View Post Exclusive: 2016 Dodge Charger Scat Pack Review by Trackworthy, December 13, 2016 Sam Fane (Seen Through Glass) reviews the 485 horsepower 2016 Dodge Charger Scat Pack while in Vegas with the exclusive Modball rally. Although Sam admits that he’s usually “not a four-door saloon kind of guy,” he immensely enjoys driving the Go Mango orange muscle car.
View Post Exclusive: 2016 Mustang Shelby GT350 Review by Trackworthy, December 6, 2016 We put Sam (Seen Through Glass) in the aggressive 2016 Mustang Shelby GT350. He drives it on the winding roads above Los Angeles and shares his thoughts.
View Post Exclusive: 2016 Ferrari 488GTB Review by Trackworthy, December 2, 2016 We put Sam (Seen Through Glass) in the revolutionary 2016 Ferrari 488GTB to review. See why it was love at first rev for the this 3.9 liter, twin turbo V8, 661 horsepower Italian goddess...
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 35 – Sam’s Last Night in L.A. by Trackworthy, December 1, 2016 Sam (STG) spends his last night in L.A. cruising around Beverly Hills in a 2017 Lamborghini Huracan Spyder and spotting some impressive cars.
View Post 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Lusso Review by Trackworthy, November 30, 2016 Michael of TrackWorthy shares his driving impressions of the sporty 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Lusso as he sets off on a drive north of Toronto to the The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa.
View Post Exclusive: 2017 Cadillac ATS-V Review by Trackworthy, November 29, 2016 We hooked Sam (Seen Through Glass) up with a brand new 2017 Cadillac ATS-V sedan to review. Check out the article and review video to see why Sam gives the V6, twin turbo, 464 horsepower car a huge thumbs up...
View Post 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Attacks the Nürburgring by Trackworthy, November 28, 2016 Chevrolet unleashed a time-attack video of the 2017 Camaro ZL1 lapping the Nürburgring Nordschleife in a blistering 7:29.60. The new ZL1’s lap time is 11.67 seconds quicker than the previous ZL1’s fast lap.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 34 – Canyon Climb Challenge: Mustang Shelby GT350 vs. Running by Trackworthy, November 26, 2016 Sam (Seen Through Glass) races Paul (Supercars of London) up Runyon Canyon in L.A. Only Sam has a Mustang Shelby GT350 with 560 horsepower and a 5.2L V8, while Paul has only his feet.
View Post New McLaren 570S Design Editions by Trackworthy, November 25, 2016 Five exclusive Design Editions of the McLaren 570S will take the popular ‘By McLaren’ personalisation themes a stage further with combinations of colour, trim and finish that are guaranteed to showcase the Sports Series coupe at its best. The Design Editions have been painstakingly created by the people who know McLaren’s array of personalisation options the best – McLaren’s own designers.
View Post Exclusive: 2016 Lamborghini Huracan LP610-4 Spyder Reviewed by Trackworthy, November 24, 2016 Sam takes a bright orange Lamborghini Huracan LP 610-4 Spyder through the winding curves of Mulholland Drive above Los Angeles.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 33 – 24 Hours with a 2017 Cadillac ATS-V by Trackworthy, November 24, 2016 Sam (Seen Through Glass) and Paul (Supercars of London) show what it's like to spend 24 hours with a red, 464 horsepower, 2017 Cadillac ATS-V. Throughout their day, they showcase some local L.A. activities, sample some typical L.A. foods and spot some pretty impressive rides, including a Bugatti Veyron!
View Post Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta Limited Edition Spider Sold Out by Trackworthy, November 23, 2016 Launched to mark the 70th anniversary of Ferrari's foundation, the LeFerrari Aperta perfectly represents the core values of Ferrari: technological excellence, performance, style and exclusivity. Designed for Ferrari’s most passionate clients, the LaFerrari Aperta is the new limited-edition special series, an open-top version of the acclaimed LaFerrari supercar. No surprise, it's already sold out.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 32 – Rare McLaren MSO HS at Lamborghini Newport Beach by Trackworthy, November 23, 2016 Sam returns to Orange County where he attends another Lamborghini Newport Beach event. Rare exotics abound, including the highly-coveted McLaren MSO HS.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 31 – Tracking Some TrackWorthy Cars by Trackworthy, November 23, 2016 Sam and Paul (Supercars of London) visit SpeedVegas to track some TrackWorthy Cars. Under the tutelage of an expert driver, Sam properly thrashes a yellow Ferrari 458. After, he decides to dole out some revenge on Paul as he places Paul in a Mustang GT500's passenger seat for a surprise drift ride.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 30 – Driving Back to Vegas in a BMW M3 by Trackworthy, November 23, 2016 Sam is not pleased when he discovers that Paul Wallace (Supercars of London) has rented a BMW M3 to drive down to Las Vegas for SEMA 2016. Although Sam admits that the M3 is both very quick and pleasing to the eye, convincing him to admit any deep positive sentiment for the car is an uphill battle. For Paul, however, the M3 is a winner.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 29 – Surprise Lamborghini Huracan Airport Pick-up! by Trackworthy, November 23, 2016 Sam shows up at the airport in a stunning Lamborghini Huracan Spyder to pick up his mate, Paul, from Supercars of London in style! Paul cares not that there's no space for his bag -- he gladly uses it to protect his clothes from drool as he enjoys his first rays of California sun coupled with some restless Italian horses.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 28 – A Day on the Modball Rally by Trackworthy, November 22, 2016 Open roads, open space, open throttle. Prior to getting lost at a hotel, Sam shows us what a day is like on the Modball Rally as he drives his Dodge Charger Scat Pack from the magnificent Grand Canyon to Las Vegas.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 27 – Three Models Help Sam Review a Dodge Charger by Trackworthy, November 22, 2016 Sam drives from San Diego to the Grand Canyon in the company of three beautiful young women ("Modball Girls") who help him review his orange Dodge Charger Scat Pack.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 26 – 24 Hours in Seattle with a Lamborghini Huracan! by Trackworthy, October 27, 2016 Sam flies from Los Angeles, California to Seattle, Washington to explore the City of Goodwill and some of its highlight destinations in a striking, orange Lamborghini Huracan. His first stop? You guessed it: Starbucks! But this time, not just any Starbucks. Sam hits up the original of the coffee empire at the famous Pike's Peak Farmers' Market! Sam makes the most of his day in Seattle with the Huracan. He hits up Beecher's Mac and Cheese shop, tests the Lambo's sport suspension on a cobbled street, tests the limits of his fear of heights up the Space Needle, and visits a romantic waterfall (su...
View Post 2017 BMW i8 Protonic Red Edition Plug-In-Hybrid Review by admin, October 25, 2016 Fast-forward two years and our 2017 Protonic Red Edition BMW i8 isn’t any less futuristic looking, judging by the responses we received from everyone who came in contact with it.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 25 – Secret Lamborghini Aventador Meetup! by Trackworthy, October 24, 2016 Sam crashes, but in a good way. Following up on word of a secret Lamborghini Aventador meetup in Orange County, Sam finds himself in an epic situation!
View Post Exclusive: Topanga Supercar Sunday Top-5 by Trackworthy, October 24, 2016 Sam from Seen Through Glass hits up Topanga Supercar Sunday where he combs through the massive collection of exotic cars to find his five favorites. Some classic, some TrackWorthy, he has good reason for each selection!
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 24 – Dodge Challenger: American Muscle Car by Trackworthy, October 22, 2016 Sam finally gets his hands on a quintessential American Muscle car, a Dodge Challenger 392 Hemi, which he takes through its paces on stunning canyon roads.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 23 – Borrowing a Ferrari F12berlinetta for the Day! by Trackworthy, October 22, 2016 Sam turns down driving a Lamborghini Huracan because he got a more enticing offer: spending the day behind the wheel of a Ferrari F12berlinetta.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 22: Ferrari Collector David Lee by Trackworthy, October 21, 2016 In episode two of Seen Through Glass's #DrivewayGoals Sam reacts like a thirteen-year-old girl. Although not particularly unusual behavior for Sam, this time it's arguably justifiable. I mean, wouldn't you squeal just a little bit if you suddenly found yourself immersed in a private collection of Ferarri's that included the most memorable highlights of the company's "everyday" cars, supercars and hypercars?
View Post Exclusive: Best Road for a 2016 Aston Martin Vanquish by Trackworthy, October 19, 2016 Panoramic ocean views. Winding turns. Canyon walls that are ideal to resonate the athletic exhaust symphony that roars from the 567 horsepower, V12 British powerplant of the 2016 Aston Martin Vanquish. Welcome to Malibu, California's Encinal Canyon Road.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 21 – L.A. Canyons in a Vanquish by Trackworthy, October 18, 2016 TrackWorthy and Sam from SeenThroughGlass take a magnificent Aston Martin Vanquish to a remote road in the California canyons to film some content with YouTube star Matt Farah of The Smoking Tire. In addition to capturing Sam's first impressions with the Vanquish, we capture some of what goes into making the epic content that ends up live online!
View Post Exclusive: Behind the Scenes With an Aston Martin Vanquish and SeenThroughGlass by Trackworthy, October 18, 2016 TrackWorthy and Sam from SeenThroughGlass take a magnificent Aston Martin Vanquish to a remote road in the California canyons to film some content with YouTube star Matt Farah of The Smoking Tire. In addition to capturing Sam's first impressions with the Vanquish, we capture some of what goes into making the epic content that ends up live online!
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 20 – Corvette Z06: a Letdown? by Trackworthy, October 17, 2016 The Corvette Z06. The quintessential American super car. Supermodel looks and top marks for crowd appeal. Superb handling. A sublime soundtrack that reverberates its quad exhaust so violently that it threatens avalanches and rock-slides when driving near mountains. A 6.2L V8 engine that blasts the beast from 0-60 mph (0-100 kph) in 3.1 second.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 19 – Corvette Z06 to Palm Springs by Trackworthy, October 16, 2016 Sam hops into a beautiful Corvette Z06 convertible, first to meet Matt Farah of the Smoking Tire, and then to zip down to Palm Springs for some rest. And zip he didn't. Even with all of the Z06's horses, a tolerable 1.5 hour drive became a torturous 4 hour crawl. Thank you L.A. rush hour...
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 18 – Dream Cars in Dreamland by Trackworthy, October 13, 2016 Sam, the high-roller that he is, rolls out of Vegas in style to pay a visit to Lake Mead National Park. He's with Gotham Dream Cars on their Exotic Driving Tour for a spectacular drive that he won't soon forget. Oh, and part of the Exotic Driving Tour is that he gets to drive several exotic cars...
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 17 – Carmel: Car Spotting Heaven? by Trackworthy, October 11, 2016 Ep. 17 – Is Carmel, California, “Spotting Heaven” Year-Round? Sam returns to beautiful Carmel, California, which he deemed to be home of “the best car spotting in the world” back....
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 16 – Lamborghinis Are Loud by Trackworthy, October 11, 2016 Car-spotting, this time in Weslake Village, and this time there's a caravan driving component! Exotic TrackWorthy car caravan!
View Post Live: Pirelli World Challenge Laguna Seca Championship by Trackworthy, October 11, 2016 Cadillac gave TrackWorthy’s Joanna Gryfe the unique opportunity to ride along in the Cadillac ATS-V lap car preceding the championship race of the Pirelli World Challenge at the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. We live broadcasted all of Jo’s squealing during the experience. Here’s the video!
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 15 – I Love Coffee and Cars! by Trackworthy, October 6, 2016 Sam's off to Aliso Viejo for another CoffeeAndCars meet-up! Mustangs, Ferraris, and Bimmers galore; more Audis, more Mercs, and Lambos for shore!
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 14 – He Crashed Right in Front of me at Laguna Seca! by Trackworthy, October 6, 2016 Sam's at Monterey's Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca for the Pirelli World Challenge! In addition to capturing some of the excitement of the qualifying and racing, he also manages to spot a couple of road-legal beauties at the track.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 13 – You Need to Drive This Road! by Trackworthy, October 5, 2016 Sam heads north to Monterey's Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca for the Pirelli World Challenge. But he doesn't take any old road to get there; he treats himself to road trip on California 1. Big Sur, big seals, big mountains and a big sea, there's so much to take in that Sam nearly forgets to refuel!
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 12 – Five Cadillac CTS-V Facts by Trackworthy, October 4, 2016 Sam shares some of what he has learned about the Cadillac CTS-V over the week that he's had it.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 11 – #Driveway Goals, Episode 1 by Trackworthy, October 4, 2016 In this first episode of a brand new series, Sam meets Dyllon and his family's eclectic collection of cars. Together with his family, Dyllon owns a wide range of cars including a 1988 Porsche 944 Turbo S Silver Rose Edition, a BMW i8, V8 Vantage (Dyllon's personal car), Bentley Continental GTC and a Rolls-Royce Phantom Centenary Edition. Additionally, Sam and Dyllon spot other TrackWorthy cars!
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 10 – Dodge Viper ACR, nailed! by Trackworthy, October 3, 2016 Although Sam doesn't spend as much time with the Dodge Viper ACR as expected, he does manage to lay eyes on myriad other impressive, overpowered track-worthy cars...
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 9 – Pagani Huaryra Tempesta! by Trackworthy, October 2, 2016 Sam travels south of Los Angeles to Newport Beach where he enjoys his best spotting of the trip yet. Porches, McLarens, Ferrari, Lamborghinis and, the pièce de résistance: a spectacular Pagani Huayra Tempesta!
View Post Exclusive: SeenThroughGlass – U.S. versus U.K. Driving by Trackworthy, October 1, 2016 In a TrackWorthy exclusive, Sam of Seen Through Glass drives the beastly, brand new, 640 bhp 2017 Cadillac CTS-V around the Los Angeles area. As he tears up the roads, he reflects on the differences between American versus European driving.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 7 – The 2017 Cadillac CTS-V by Trackworthy, September 30, 2016 Meet Sam's carbon-clad, astonishingly-quick ride for the next two weeks: the 2017 Cadillac CTS-V. Don't let its size, in-car WiFi or copious alcantara mislead you -- this 640 b.h.p. monster is seriously track-worthy. Over the coming weeks, she'll star in several exclusive TrackWorthy videos, and she'll gallop up and down nearly the full length of the Golden State!
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 6 – Corvette Z06 on Steroids! by Trackworthy, September 29, 2016 Sam describes the Corvette Z06 as “America’s Supercar,” and most enthusiasts will agree. And then there’s Damian Gryzelko’s green satin monster. With his modifications, a car that was already at the upward threshold of controllable power goes mental. Sam has an absolute blast tearing through the California mountain roads, shattering nearby windows with every rev, and shifting through this puppy’s gears. But does this Chevy deserves mention in the same sentence with a Ferrari 488?
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 5 – A Day Full of Surprises by Trackworthy, September 28, 2016 More car spotting - this time in a BMW M4, with the help of native LA YouTuber, Effspot. Although the boys explain why car spotting is so tough in L.A. during the week compared to other major cities, they catch glimpses of a few pretty impressive rides, including an Aston Martin DB10 in an alley and a McLaren 570s with a massive rear wing!
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 4 – Car Spotting, Beverly Hills by Trackworthy, September 27, 2016 Sam feels inadequate and depressed. Not usual sentiments for a YouTube celeb who gets to spend his days driving and filming awesome cars. But that’s what often happens when one passes through Beverly Hills. The neighborhood boasting the densest wealth population in the United States humbles poppers and princes alike.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 3 – A Hot Car for SoCal’s Heat by Trackworthy, September 27, 2016 Sam reviews his go-to car for the next seven weeks, shares his honest reactions to its drive and "useability" while giving us a small taste of LA's magnificent scenery. He also nearly melts in SoCal's scorching mid-September heat. Good thing the top has a "closed" position too.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 2 – Coffee and Cars, Malibu by Trackworthy, September 26, 2016 Running on pure excitement and adrenaline, Sam shows his usual fantastic energy despite departing at 5 A.M. after the first short "snooze" he's managed in seventy-two hours. His destination? Malibu Coffee and Cars -- a sunrise gathering where exotic car-owners proudly exhibit their toys, chat, caffeinate for the day ahead and grab some fresh waffles. Check out the awesome variety that Sam was able to capture whilst working on his tan.
View Post SeenThroughGlass Ep. 1 – Cars Across the Pond by Trackworthy, September 26, 2016 From September 24th to November 13th, TrackWorthy is producing exciting content in and around the magnificent Los Angeles, California area with one of our partners, SeenThroughGlass. We'll share all the awesome photos and videos in this post as soon as they come in!
View Post Seen Through Glass – Trip to West Coast, USA by Trackworthy, September 25, 2016 From September 24th to November 13th, TrackWorthy is producing exciting content in and around the magnificent Los Angeles, California area with one of our partners, SeenThroughGlass. We'll share all the awesome photos and videos in this post as soon as they come in!
View Post New Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster and GT C Roadster by Trackworthy, September 25, 2016 Mercedes-AMG has dropped the top on the AMG GT. After the recent world premiere of the AMG GT R, the sports car and performance brand from Affalterbach is presenting two roadster variants of the two-seat coupe. Read more...
View Post Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge at the 2016 Honda Indy Toronto by Trackworthy, September 9, 2016 The Ultra 94 Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada by Yokohama just wrapped up its 6th successful season. TrackWorthy had the opportunity to speak to teammates Zach Robichon (No. 78) and Marco Cirone (No. 88). We ask both drivers about driving a road-going 911 GT3 vs. the race version. Check out what they had to say!
View Post Interview with Mazda MX-5 Race Car Driver Ashton Harrison by Trackworthy, August 30, 2016 Ashton Harrison is a 22 year old race car driver from Villa Rica, Georgia. Join TrackWorthy as we speak with her about the similarities and differences between the Mazda MX-5 race car and road car, about why race drivers love racing in the MX-5 Cup and about Ashton's journey to professional driver.
View Post Driving the New 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster to World’s Largest Log Cabin by Trackworthy, August 24, 2016 TrackWorthy drives the stunning, new four-cylinder, turbo-charged 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster from Canada's largest city, Toronto, to the world's largest log cabin in Montebello, Quebec.
View Post Interview With Ferrari 488 GTE Driver Giancarlo Fisichella by Trackworthy, August 16, 2016 Italian driver Giancarlo Fisichella explains what it's like to drive the Ferrari 488 GTE and discusses the challenges posed by IMSA's new "Balance of Performance."
View Post Interview With Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport Drivers Marc Miller and Daniel Burkett by Trackworthy, August 15, 2016 One American, one Canadian, one hell of a power team -- a serious contender to win this year's class championship. Check out what CJ Wilson Racing drivers Marc Miller and Daniel Burkett have to say about their Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport.
View Post Interview With Ferrari 488 GT3 Driver Christina Nielsen by Trackworthy, August 9, 2016 Christina likes to say, “I am not a female who is a race driver, I am a race driver who is a female.” Check out our interview with the talented young woman who started go karting at the age of 13 and quickly fell in love with the sport that became her career.
View Post Interview with Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Driver Spencer Pumpelly by Trackworthy, August 5, 2016 TrackWorthy had the special opportunity to interview talented driver Spencer Pumpelly, who is driving for Change Racing in the No. 16 Lamborghini Huracan GT3 in the WeatherTech United SportsCar Championship in the GT Daytona class. Read more...
View Post Interview With BMW M6 GTLM Driver Bill Auberlen by Trackworthy, July 28, 2016 Check out our exclusive interview with factory BMW driver, Bill Auberlen, who discusses the similarities between his BMW M6 Gran Coupé and his BMW M6 GTLM. Bill is an American factory BMW driver, born in Redondo Beach California. He has participated in more than 300 professional races in a BMW, more than any other driver.
View Post Corvette Celebrates 100th Win and 60th 1-2 Team Finish by Trackworthy, July 25, 2016 Oliver Gavin and Tommy Milner led a 1-2 class finish for Corvette Racing on Saturday with a GT Le Mans (GTLM) victory in the Northeast Grand Prix at Lime Rock Park. The victory was the 100th all-time for Corvette Racing – the first team in International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) history to accomplish the feat – and was the fifth win for the program at Lime Rock Park. Read more!
View Post New Audi R8 V10 Spyder Almost Entirely Hand-built by Trackworthy, July 25, 2016 Audi unveiled the new R8 Spyder V10 at the 2016 New York International Auto Show in March. The new Audi R8 Spyder V10 combines breathtaking performance with the thrill of open-top driving. Its 540 horses launches it from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 3.6 seconds and bring it up to an impressive top speed of 318 km/h (197.6 mph). This means the R8 Spyder isn’t just more powerful, but also faster than its predecessor. And it's hand-built! Read more...
View Post New Mercedes-AMG GT R Emerges from the ‘Green Hell’ by Trackworthy, July 17, 2016 Never before has Mercedes-AMG packed so much motorsport technology into a production vehicle than into the new AMG GT R. The front-mid-engine concept with transaxle, the twin-turbo V-8 engine rated at 430 kW/585 hp, the extensively modified suspension, the new aerodynamics and the intelligent lightweight construction lay the foundations for an especially dynamic driving experience. Even from afar, the exclusive "AMG green hell magno" special paintwork leaves no doubt as to the sports car's origin, having spent most of its development time in the "Green Hell" of the Nurburgring racetrack. Read ...
View Post The Songs of a Lotus Evora 400 by Trackworthy, July 17, 2016 The Lotus Evora 400 is the fastest road going car that Lotus has ever produced. Its 3.5-litre supercharged, 24 valve, water cooled, all aluminium engine V6 engine produces 400 hp and can propel this 3,138 pound car from 0-60 mph in just 4.1 seconds. Its aerodynamic package maintains zero lift and increases downforce at high speeds, which can reach 186 mph. And it sounds spectacular. Read more...
View Post IMSA Win for Ford GT at Canadian Tire Mo-sport Park by Trackworthy, July 11, 2016 Ford Chip Ganassi Racing earned its second win in two weeks behind a brilliant pit strategy and the strength of its Michelin tires. For the second race in a row, the No. 67 duo of Richard Westbrook and Ryan Briscoe stood atop the winners’ podium, this time at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park near Toronto. It’s their third win together and fourth overall for the team. Read more...
View Post First Photos: Sublime Ferrari LaFerrari Drop-top by Trackworthy, July 5, 2016 Check out the first photographs of the convertible version of the LaFerrari, Ferrari's new limited edition special series aimed at clients and collectors that refuse to compromise on the joy of drop-top driving even when at the wheel of a supercar. Read more...
View Post Subaru WRX STI Shatters Isle of Man TT Lap Record by Trackworthy, June 28, 2016 Subaru of America has set a new record on the Isle of Man TT Course with the Subaru WRX STI Time Attack car. The car, driven by Mark Higgins marked a new lap record of the fabled 37-mile (60 km) Isle of Man TT Road Course with an average lap speed of 128.73 mph (207 km/h) and a time of 17.35. This breaks the previous record held by Higgins of 116.47 mph (187 km/h) and a time of 19.26. Read more...
View Post Acura NSX Wins at North American Racing Debut by Trackworthy, June 27, 2016 The recently-launched 2017 Acura NSX claimed victory Sunday in its North American racing competition debut, climbing the 14,115-foot pinnacle of Pikes Peak and clinching first place in the Time Attack 2 class at the 2016 Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, the 100th anniversary of the running of America's second oldest race. Read More...
View Post Audi RS 5 DTM Wins Both Norisring Races by Trackworthy, June 27, 2016 Audi has another DTM winner: youngster Nico Müller (24) won a turbulent DTM race at the Norisring on Sunday, causing Audi to triumph twice within the space of 24 hours in its “home round” in Nuremberg. Following “Forza Italia” with Edoardo Mortara’s victory on Saturday, it was “Hopp, Schwiiz!” on Sunday. In his 36th DTM race, the youngest Audi factory driver celebrated his first ever victory in the DTM. Read more...
View Post Bugatti Chiron Hits 380 kph During Debut at Le Mans by Trackworthy, June 24, 2016 Bugatti returned to the venue where the French super sports car brand once celebrated two of the greatest racing triumphs in its history. Bugatti won the Le Mans 24-hour race in 1937 and 1939. In honour of the legendary endurance race, Bugatti sent its latest model, the Chiron. Before the start of the race, some 250,000 spectators saw the world’s most powerful, fastest, most exclusive and most luxurious production super sports car complete a parade lap. At the wheel was Wolfgang Dürheimer, President of Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. The Chiron reached a speed of almost 380 km/h and was as a res...
View Post Drone Created to Keep up With 2017 Nissan GT-R by Trackworthy, June 23, 2016 Nissan has unveiled the GT-R Drone, one of the fastest accelerating First Person View (FPV) racing drones in the world. Built to be able to keep up with the new 2017 Nissan GT-R while filming on the track, the drone features the very latest in performance-enhancing technology – just like its automotive equivalent. Custom designed by World Drone Prix Champions, Tornado XBlades Racing, the GT-R Drone uses a special race tuned configuration and low-drag canopy to reach 100kph from a standstill in just 1.3 seconds.
View Post Alfa Romeo Giulia to Make UK Debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed by Trackworthy, June 20, 2016 Alfa Romeo will be demonstrating the full power of the marque when the Italian brand showcases the all-new Alfa Romeo Giulia in the UK for the first time at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on 23 - 26 June. The eagerly-anticipated Alfa Romeo Giulia was first unveiled to the world last year at the Museo Storico Alfa Romeo, revealing its sporty styling, intuitive technology and thrilling performance... Read more...
View Post TrackWorthy Covers Pirelli World Challenge at CTMP by Trackworthy, June 18, 2016 It was another big Pirelli World Challenge weekend as all of the race classes headed north of the border to run at the challenging high speed Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP), in Bowmanville, Ontario as part of the Victoria Day Speedfest weekend... Read more...
View Post TrackWorthy: 2016 Subaru WRX STI Hikari Edition by Trackworthy, June 15, 2016 The Subaru WRX STI is an automotive legend and the latest-generation version is a more complete performance car than ever before. The 光 Hikari Edition brings to this very special car an air of exclusivity, only 700 are being made available in North American with 500 in the United States and 200 in Canada. Join TrackWorthy as we take it for a spin!
View Post Ford Focus RS RX Makes Rallycross History With Win by Trackworthy, June 14, 2016 Congrats to Ford. The new Ford Focus RS RX has won its first FIA World Rallycross Championship event after just five races. Factory-backed Hoonigan Racing Division driver Andreas Bakkerud piloted the #13 Ford Focus RS RX to the top of the podium on Sunday in Hell, Norway, having taken part in just four races, previously.
View Post 4 Ford GT Prepare for Le Mans 50 Years After 1-2-3 Finish by Trackworthy, June 8, 2016 The four Ford GTs run by the Ford Chip Ganassi Racing team took to the track at Le Mans yesterday for the official Test Day. This was the first time the Ford GTs have run at Le Mans as the team prepares for the 24-hour race that starts at 15:00 CET on June 18.
View Post MotoGP Riders Drive Lamborghini Huracan LP 610-4 by Trackworthy, June 4, 2016 MotoGP Legend, two-time world champion and current Ducati tester Casey Stoner, and the Ducati Team's official MotoGP rider Andrea Dovizioso, were two exceptional guests at the first 2016 Lamborghini Track Academy. The two Ducati riders accepted Lamborghini Squadra Corse's invitation to attend the first... Read more...
View Post Ferrari 458 MM Speciale by Trackworthy, June 1, 2016 Ferrari has unveiled its latest one-off creation during the car’s first shakedown on the Fiorano circuit in the hands of Ferrari’s chief test driver Dario Benuzzi and the car’s enthusiastic British owner. Designed in-house by the Ferrari Styling Centre, the 458 MM Speciale was built on the chassis and running gear of the... Read more...
View Post The New 2017 Nissan GT-R NISMO by Trackworthy, May 27, 2016 The new 2017 Nissan GT-R NISMO made its debut today at the famous Nürburgring race course, known as one of the longest and most challenging race tracks in the world. This is also the place where the Nissan GT-R’s potent performance was honed, tuned and developed... Read more...
View Post Lamborghini Tour of Scotland by Trackworthy, May 19, 2016 Lamborghini owners took their cars to the highland roads of Scotland for a two night tour. They started on Loch Lomond and finished in central Edinburgh with a gala dinner at Edinburgh Castle. A morning stop... Read more...
View Post Ferrari Challenge at Circuit of the Americas by Trackworthy, May 18, 2016 The third round of the Ferrari Challenge North America took place May 13-15 at the challenging 3.41 mile Circuit of the Americas. The weekend saw not only two 30-minute races featuring the Ferrari 458 Challenge Evo, but also several lapping sessions for the Ferrari clients in attendance. The newest addition to the Prancing Horse heritage, the F12tdf and the 250 Tour de France, were also on display.
View Post Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Brand’s Most Powerful Ever by Trackworthy, May 12, 2016 The complete range of the new Giulia, Alfa Romeo's most eagerly awaited model in 2016, has been presented to the international press at the Centro Sperimentale di Balocco, Vercelli. This completes the car's début, following its starring role at the Alfa Romeo Historical Museum in Arese with the launch of the Quadrifoglio version - the supreme expression of the "La meccanica delle emozioni" concept - and the subsequent launch of the entire range at the Geneva International Motor Show 2016. Read more...
View Post Mercedes-AMG C 63 DTM Leads German Championship by Trackworthy, May 10, 2016 After a run of impressive wins, Mercedes-AMG C 63 DTM leads the German Touring Car Championship.
View Post McLaren 650S GT3 Leads Blancpain GT Championship by Trackworthy, May 9, 2016 Factory Driver Rob Bell took the overall lead in the Blancpain GT Series Drivers Championship in the McLaren 650s GT3 on this action-packed McLaren weekend.
View Post New Audi TT RS Coupe and Roadster by Trackworthy, May 5, 2016 The Audi TT RS Coupé and Roadster will emerge to the public for the first time, at the Beijing Motor Show. Sales will begin in fall 2016.
View Post World Premiere of Limited Edition VW Golf GTI Clubsport S by Trackworthy, May 4, 2016 With the Golf GTI Clubsport S worldwide production at only 400 cars, and considering its a very special history, it'll be tough to lay your hands on one...
View Post Ford GT is Ready for Spa, Then on to Le Mans by Trackworthy, May 2, 2016 Just over two weeks after making their FIA World Endurance Championship debut at Silverstone, the new Ford GT will be back on track later this week at Spa.
View Post Ferrari at the 25th Tour Auto Optic 2000 by Trackworthy, April 29, 2016 After the departure from the Grand Palais in Paris, France, competitors of the Tour Auto Optic 2000 drove more than 600 kilometers, concluding in Cannes.
View Post New Aston Martin Vantage GT8 by Trackworthy, April 28, 2016 The new Aston Martin Vantage GT8 draws directly from the company's GT racing knowledge and passion to deliver spectacular looks and ability.
View Post The Rear-wheel-drive Lamborghini Huracán LP 580-2 by Trackworthy, April 26, 2016 The Lamborghini Huracán LP 580-2 is a two-wheel drive version of the Huracán coupe. Specifically designed and engineered for rear-wheel-powered emotion.
View Post McLaren 650S GT3 Wins at Long Beach, 570S Succeeds too by Trackworthy, April 18, 2016 Factory Driver Alvaro Parente starred in the 650S GT3, securing pole position and winning his first appearance at Long Beach in the Pirelli World Challenge.
View Post 600 HP Ford Focus RS RX Debuts at FIA World Rallycross by Trackworthy, April 15, 2016 The new 600 horsepower Ford Focus RS RX debuts this weekend piloted by team Hoonigan Racing Division in the FIA World Rallycross Championship in Portugal.
View Post Applications Begin for First 500 Ford GT Supercars by Trackworthy, April 14, 2016 Customers wanting to own one of the all-new Ford GT ultra-high-performance supercars can officially submit their applications at FordGT.com.
View Post Nissan GT-R Sets Guinness World Record for Fastest Drift by Trackworthy, April 11, 2016 Nissan sets the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS for the fastest drift using the specially tuned Nissan GT-R NISMO by entering a drift at a speed of 304.96 km/hr.
View Post Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Now Available in Manual by Trackworthy, April 7, 2016 Aston Martin ushers in its 17MY range with the sensational manual transmission Aston Martin V12 Vantage S, underlining its commitment to enthusiasts.
View Post Citroën C-Elysée Wins Round 1 of 2016 FIA WTCC by Trackworthy, April 4, 2016 In the opening meeting of the 2016 FIA World Touring Car Championship, the Citroën Total team has proved it remains the team to beat in the Citroën C-Elysée.
View Post Drivers’ Perspectives: Porsche 911 by Trackworthy, March 29, 2016 Below is a collection of awesome Porsche 911 Carrera reviews and driving experiences that we’ve hand-picked and annotated for your viewing pleasure. We constantly update all of our Experience sections....
View Post Michelle Rodriguez exceeds 200 mph in Jaguar F-TYPE SVR by Trackworthy, March 28, 2016 Fast & Furious star Michelle Rodriguez exceeds 200 mph in the Jaguar F-TYPE SVR, the fastest production Jaguar ever...
View Post 2017 Nissan GT-R World Debut at New York Auto Show by Trackworthy, March 28, 2016 The new 2017 Nissan GT-R, which features the most significant makeover to the iconic supercar since its 2007 launch in, makes its global debut.
View Post Mazda MX-5 RF World Premiere at New York Auto Show by Trackworthy, March 23, 2016 Mazda revealed the Mazda MX-5 RF on the eve of the New York International Auto Show, making the roadster accessible to a broader range of drivers.
View Post Debut Win for Ferrari 488 GT3 at 12 Hours of Sebring by Trackworthy, March 21, 2016 At the historic 12 Hours of Sebring, the Ferrari 488 GT3 has scored victory in its first race, 60 years after Ferrari's first Sebring victory.
View Post Ferrari Racing Days at Suzuka Circuit by Trackworthy, March 18, 2016 Ferrari Racing Days at Suzuka was an unmitigated success. Around 15,000 Ferrari tifosi were mesmerised for hours.
View Post New Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4MATIC Coupe and Shooting Brake by Trackworthy, March 17, 2016 The Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4MATIC Coupé and Shooting Brake models feature even more dynamic styling and a further upgraded interior. They are also now among the most powerful vehicles in their segment.
View Post Track-dedicated McLaren 570S GT4 and 570S Sprint Added to Sports Series by Trackworthy, March 15, 2016 McLaren Automotive has announced two new track-dedicated models of the recently-launched Sports Series: the McLaren 570S GT4 and the 570S Sprint.
View Post Lotus 3-Eleven Sets Hockenheimring Lap Record by Trackworthy, March 11, 2016 The Lotus 3-Eleven, the quickest series production car to come from Lotus’ Hethel Headquarters, has set the fastest lap time ever recorded by the leading and highly-respected German car magazine, “sport auto”. Read more...
View Post Maserati GranTurismo GT4 360 Degree On-board Video at Yas Marina Circuit by Trackworthy, March 11, 2016 Enjoy a 360° view as you strap in and take a lap around the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi on-board the Maserati GranTurismo that is racing in the 2016 GT4 series.
View Post Lamborghini Centenario Coupes and Roadsters Already Sold Out by Trackworthy, March 10, 2016 Automobili Lamborghini presented the Lamborghini Centenario at Geneva International Motor Show. Only 20 coupé and 20 roadster versions will be produced.
View Post All 20 Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR Customer Race Cars Sold Out by Trackworthy, March 8, 2016 The new Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR has the seal of quality in its name: 40 years after the launch of the first Golf GTI, the customer sports version also possesses the acronym that, since 1976, has been synonymous with the Wolfsburg-based car maker’s sporting character, powerful engines and maximum performance. Since it was first unveiled... Read more...
View Post Ferrari GTC4Lusso Debuts at Geneva International Motor Show by Trackworthy, March 7, 2016 The new Ferrari GTC4Lusso is Maranello’s latest interpretation of the four-seater concept, which combines extraordinary performance in all driving conditions with sporty elegance and luxurious comfort for both driver and passengers alike. The GTC4Lusso’s name references several predecessors including... Read more...
View Post Ken Block’s Gymkhana EIGHT: Ultimate Exotic Playground; Dubai by Trackworthy, March 5, 2016 Ford Performance, XDubai and Hoonigan present Ken Block's Gymkhana EIGHT: Ultimate Exotic Playground; Dubai. This is the eighth installment of the viral video series Gymkhana features the most Ford Performance vehicles yet. Head Hoonigan in Charge... Read more...
View Post Aston Martin DB11 Unveiled at Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, March 5, 2016 A new chapter in Aston Martin’s history began at the 86th International Geneva Motor Show with the unveiling of the DB11. The first product launched under the company’s ‘Second Century’ plan, DB11 is the bold new figurehead of the illustrious ‘DB’ bloodline and an authentic, dynamic sporting GT in the finest Aston Martin tradition. Read more...
View Post New Porsche 718 Boxster Debuts at Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, March 5, 2016 The two-seat convertibles, which celebrate their premiere at the International Motor Show in Geneva, are now more powerful yet more fuel efficient. With them, Porsche continues the tradition of the four-cylinder flat engines that were used in the Porsche 718 mid-engine sports cars that won numerous races back in the 1950s and 1960s, among them being the legendary Targa Florio and Le Mans. Read more...
View Post Abarth 124 Spider Unveiled at Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, March 2, 2016 The new Abarth 124 spider aims at sweeping a new generation off their feet with its performance and technical DNA. It combines the authentic roadster experience packed with thrills, technology, safety and a touch of unmistakable Italian design. The car will be available in September with prices starting from €40,000 for all Europe. Read more...
View Post New Porsche 911 R Unveiled at Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, March 2, 2016 With its new 911 R, Porsche is unveiling a puristic sports car in classical design at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show. Its 368 kW (500 hp) four-litre naturally aspirated flat engine and six-speed sports transmission places the 911 R firmly in the tradition of its historic role model: a road-homologated racing car from 1967. Produced as part of a limited production series, the 911 R (R for Racing) performed in rallies, in the Targa Florio and in world record runs. Like its legendary predecessor...
View Post Bugatti Chiron World Premiere at Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, March 2, 2016 Bugatti is celebrating a world premiere at the Geneva International Motor Show: the French luxury brand is unveiling the Bugatti Chiron, the most powerful, fastest, most luxurious and most exclusive production super sports car in the world. The Chiron is the latest generation of the ultimate super sports car and is a completely new development. The sports car manufacturer from Molsheim...
View Post Nissan Competing in 14 Championships, With 34 Drivers, Defending 9 Titles in 2016 by Trackworthy, March 2, 2016 Having proudly claimed the SUPER GT GT500 Championship for two years in a row, Nissan/NISMO now seeks to make that a hat-trick of victories in 2016. Four Nissan GT-R NISMO GT500 teams will compete in the GT500 class. Fresh from a two-year stint of Blancpain Endurance Series and Bathurst 12-hour races, Katsumasa Chiyo will make his GT500 debut in 2016...
View Post New McLaren 570GT Sports Series Global Reveal at Geneva by Trackworthy, February 24, 2016 McLaren will showcase its full three tier model range, including the latest in the recently-launched Sports Series – the McLaren 570GT Sports Series.
View Post James Bond’s Aston Martin DB10 Sells for £2.4 Million Benefiting MSF by Trackworthy, February 24, 2016 The highly coveted and incredibly rare Aston Martin DB10 made for the latest James Bond film, Spectre, went under the auctioneer’s gavel at Christie’s in London last night. The bidding was tense and exciting before a final bid of an amazing £2,434,500, the equivalent of more than $3.4 million US dollars...
View Post Aston Martin Racing V8 Vantage GTE and V12 Vantage GT3’s Unveiled by Trackworthy, February 24, 2016 Aston Martin Racing has unveiled its ambitious plans for the 2016 season, its latest V8 Vantage GTE challenger and an exciting new collaboration with global energy supplier TOTAL and tire supplier Dunlop...
View Post McLaren 675LT Spider Fastest Ever Street Legal MSO Convertible by Trackworthy, February 24, 2016 McLaren Automotive will attend the Geneva Motor Show for the fourth time this year with its largest ever stand in a new location, showcasing the largest range of models from the full three-tier model line-up. Among the headlines, McLaren Special Operations (MSO) will pay a carbon fibre tribute to the McLaren P1 which...
View Post New BMW M2 MotoGP Safety Car by Trackworthy, February 24, 2016 MotoGP and BMW M Division: these two partners have formed an ideal combination for almost two decades. MotoGP is the pinnacle of motorcycle racing and features the best riders in the world on high-performance racing prototypes, in the development of which the manufacturers implement their latest technological ideas. High-performance and motorsport genes – attributes, with which BMW M Division is also synonymous...
View Post Ferrari GTC4Lusso to Debut at Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, February 24, 2016 Ferrari has announced the addition to its range of the Ferrari GTC4Lusso, the new four-seater which hails a major evolution of the sporting Grand Tourer concept by integrating rear-wheel steering with four-wheel drive for the first time. Read more...
View Post Magnus Racing Audi R8 LMS Wins GTD Class at Rolex 24 at Daytona by Trackworthy, February 1, 2016 In a dramatic finale of the Daytona 24 Hours, Magnus Racing secured victory in the GTD category. This was the second GT class victory for an Audi Sport customer racing team in the endurance race in Florida since 2013. Audi driver René Rast (D) and his...
View Post Aston Martin DB10 Auction Could Raise £1 Million for Charity by Trackworthy, January 31, 2016 The Aston Martin DB10 – the first car created exclusively for James Bond by British luxury brand Aston Martin – is to go under the auctioneer’s gavel at the London auction house of Christie’s on 18th February with proceeds donated to Médecins Sans Frontières.
View Post First Ferrari F60 America Delivered at Palm Beach Cavallino Classic by Trackworthy, January 31, 2016 The first F60 America was delivered this weekend to the delight of a discerning crowd of Ferrari collectors and enthusiasts during the 25th annual Palm Beach Cavallino Classic.
View Post Lamborghini Delivers Record 3,245 Cars in 2015 by Trackworthy, January 31, 2016 In 2015 Automobili Lamborghini set another sales record in its history. With 3,245 cars delivered to customers the company surpassed the 3,000 units mark for the first time, achieving a new milestone not only for sales, but also for brand and product.
View Post New 320 mph Jaguar F-TYPE SVR to Debut at Geneva Motor Show by Trackworthy, January 31, 2016 The new Jaguar F-TYPE SVR will make its global debut at the Geneva Motor Show and will go on sale in summer 2016. Capable of 320 km/hr, the new F-TYPE SVR is the first Jaguar SVR and is developed to exploit the two-seat aluminium sports car's full potential while retaining its day-to-day usability.
View Post New Four Cylinder Turbo Boxster Porsche 718 by Trackworthy, January 31, 2016 In the twenty years since its debut, the Porsche Boxster has established itself as the benchmark roadster. Today, a new generation of the mid-engined two-seater is unveiled, powered by a newly-developed range of flat four cylinder ‘boxer’ engines with turbocharging. At the same time, a new designation is introduced; 718 Boxster and 718 Boxster S.
View Post McLaren Automotive Adds Four New Dealerships in the United States by Trackworthy, January 20, 2016 McLaren Automotive continues to strengthen its retail footprint with the opening of four new locations in the US.
View Post Ferrari California T Tailor Made Unveiled in Brussels by Trackworthy, January 19, 2016 At the 2016 Brussels Motor Show, Ferrari unveiled the latest from the Tailor Made programme, a Ferrari California T Tailor Made paying homage to the Ferrari 458 GT3.
View Post 2017 Infiniti Q60 Unveiled at North American International Auto Show by Trackworthy, January 16, 2016 Infiniti has unveiled the new Q60 sports coupe at the 2016 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Designed and engineered to perform, the Q60 offers a compelling combination of daring design and exhilarating performance and dynamics.
View Post Subaru BRZ and WRX STI Hikari Editions Introduced in Canada by Trackworthy, January 14, 2016 Subaru Canada announced that special edition BRZ and WRX STI models, named Hikari Edition, will be available across Canada featuring a striking Hyper Blue exterior paint finish. The Hikari Edition (pronounced "he-ka-ree") vehicles also feature specific black painted exterior trim accents, black wheels and unique blue interior seating and trim enhancements.
View Post All-new Lexus LC 500 Global Debut at 2016 NAIAS by Trackworthy, January 13, 2016 Today, four years after the debut of the breakthrough concept that inspired it, Lexus has revealed the all-new LC 500 luxury coupe. This provocative, athletic flagship coupe makes the strongest statement yet about Lexus’ future product direction.
View Post McLaren Automotive Delivers Record 1,654 Cars in 2015 by Trackworthy, January 7, 2016 McLaren Automotive, the British producer of luxury sports and supercars, ended 2015 with another record year, as it has done every year since the company began production in 2010.
View Post Happy Holidays from Automobili Lamborghini by Trackworthy, December 24, 2015 2015 Highlights for Automobili Lamborghini include the unveiling of the Aventador LP 750-4 Superveloce, lapping the Nurburgring Nordschleife in under 7 minutes, the launch of the Lamborghini 610-4 Spyder and the unveiling of the ultimate Lamborghini Huracán, the LP 580-2.
View Post New Master Maserati Driving Courses for 2016 by Trackworthy, December 22, 2015 The Master Maserati 2016 programme is extended and more complete than ever with tailor-made courses designed for those seeking a well-designed and exclusive experience to teach them how to handle Maserati cars in all situations with maximum levels of safety.
View Post BMW M2 to make world premiere at North American International Auto Show by Trackworthy, December 21, 2015 BMW is set to enter its anniversary year of 2016 on a powerful note. With the centenary of its founding just around the corner, the company is using the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), taking place in Detroit from 11 – 24 January, to host the world premieres of the new BMW M2 and BMW X4 M40i performance models.
View Post 2017 Acura NSX auction to benefit Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and Camp Southern Ground by Trackworthy, December 18, 2015 Acura has released additional launch details for the next-generation 2017 Acura NSX coming to market next spring, including pricing and the order taking process.
View Post ‘Light is Right’ for the New Lotus Exige Sport 350 by Trackworthy, December 18, 2015 As the ultimate incarnation of the world famous Exige, Lotus has revealed the Sport 350, the latest version of the class-leading and award winning sports car, that’s lighter and faster than ever before...
View Post New Two-wheel Drive Lamborghini Huracan LP 580-2 Coupe by Trackworthy, December 17, 2015 Automobili Lamborghini presents the Lamborghini Huracán LP 580-2: a two-wheel drive version of the Huracán coupe. Specifically designed and engineered for its rear-wheel drive set-up, the Huracán LP 580-2's combines dynamic new looks with a package for an enhanced Lamborghini driving emotion. Read more...
View Post SLK Celebrates 20th Birthday in 2016 With Name Change to Mercedes-Benz SLC by Trackworthy, December 16, 2015 In March 2016, 20 years on from the birth of its segment, the archetypal compact roadster is to be relaunched with a new name – the SLC – significantly optimised technology and an enhanced look. Read more...
View Post The New 630 Horsepower Mercedes-AMG S 65 Cabriolet by Trackworthy, December 14, 2015 With the new S 65 Cabriolet, Mercedes-AMG offers a car combining the immense power of a 6.0‑litre V12 biturbo engine with open-top driving for four.
View Post All-new Renault Mégane Available with 10 Different Powertrains by Trackworthy, December 14, 2015 Depending on the country, the all-new Mégane will be available with 10 fuel-efficient, low-emission powertrains in line with Renault's downsizing strategy. All but one of them is turbocharged and two are exclusively reserved for the GT. Read more...
View Post Podium Sweep for New Audi R8 LMS at Sepang 12 Hours by Trackworthy, December 13, 2015 Audi Sport customer racing closes the 2015 racing season with a dream result in Malaysia. Stuart Leonard/Stéphane Ortelli/Laurens Vanthoor (GB/MC/B) won the Sepang 12 Hours for the Belgian Audi Club Team WRT in front of their teammates Enzo Ide/Christopher Haase/Christopher Mies (B/D/D)....
View Post Maserati GranTurismo MC to Compete in 2016 GT4 by Trackworthy, December 13, 2015 In the 2016 season, Maserati GranTurismo MC cars will be back, run by private teams and will compete in international GT4 series.
View Post McLaren 650S GT3 Taking on Sepang 12 Hours by Trackworthy, December 11, 2015 The Sepang 12 Hours will be the debut for the McLaren 650S GT3 at the Malaysian endurance event as it continues to shine in its first competitive season...
View Post McLaren P1 Production Comes to an End by Trackworthy, December 10, 2015 The final chapter in the production of the McLaren P1 has now been written as the 375th and final example was completed, bringing the curtain down on the most technologically advanced and dynamically accomplished supercar ever made. From launch, the ground-breaking model was...
View Post Honda Civic Type R and Two-wheel Stars in 360 Degree Video by Trackworthy, December 7, 2015 Honda’s worlds of two and four wheels came together in Italy as the Castrol Honda World Touring Car Championship team joined LCR Honda MotoGP and a raft of new Civic Type R machines.
View Post New ‘Longtail’ McLaren 675LT Spider Revealed by Trackworthy, December 4, 2015 McLaren Automotive has revealed the latest chapter in the history of the iconic ‘Longtail’ name with confirmation of the 675LT Spider. Strictly limited to only 500 examples worldwide, it is only the second model to wear the LT badge. This latest model comes less than a year since the first model in nearly 20 years resurrected the name, and is in response to significant customer demand. The 675LT Coupé...
View Post Green Light for New Porsche Mission E Project by Trackworthy, December 4, 2015 The first 100% electrically powered Porsche is on its way. The supervisory board of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG today gave the green light for the Mission E project.
View Post Toyota S-FR Racing Concept to Debut at Tokyo Auto Salon 2016 by Trackworthy, December 3, 2015 With its sporty yet simple design, the Toyota S-FR turned heads when it made its global premiere at the Tokyo Motor Show in October. Now, Toyota GAZOO Racing plans to reimagine the concept as a track-ready race car at Tokyo Auto Salon 2016, a customized-car exhibition running from January 15 through 17.
View Post All-new Ford GT Aerodynamics and Design Explained by Trackworthy, December 2, 2015 Both design and aerodynamics are crucial to the success of Ford GT. Ford’s Garen Nicoghosian, exterior design manager, Ford Motor Company, and Bernie Marcus, aerodynamicist, talk about how Ford honored the past while including the latest in design and aerodynamics on the all-new Ford GT.
View Post New Ferrari 488 Spider Unveiled at Auto Guangzhou 2015 by Trackworthy, December 1, 2015 Auto Guangzhou 2015 has again proven that the 68 years of success of Ferrari have been built on a commitment to the finest in product design and the ultimate in exclusivity of ownership – confirmed with the official China debut of the new Ferrari 488 Spider. Surrounded by..
View Post New Bugatti Chiron to Make World Premiere at Geneva 2016 by Trackworthy, November 30, 2015 The next Bugatti is to be called Chiron. It will be named after Louis Chiron, a legendary racing driver who won virtually all the major grands prix for the brand in the 1920s and 1930s. His name is more closely connected with the history of Bugatti than any other racing driver. The world premiere of the new super sports car from Molsheim in France is planned for the 86th Geneva Motor Show in 2016. With the Chiron, Bugatti will...
View Post Mercedes-AMG A 45 4MATIC World Champion Edition by Trackworthy, November 30, 2015 It doesn't get any better: with victory in the constructors' world championship as well as the drivers' championship plus runner-up titles clocked up by Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg, the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team has achieved the ultimate in motorsport's champion’s league in 2015. To mark the end of the season Mercedes-AMG is celebrating this outstanding team achievement with an exclusive special model: the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS 2015 World Champion Edition of the A 45 4MATIC blends...
View Post Nissan Presents ‘Black Friday 360’ by Trackworthy, November 26, 2015 Drifting fans like mall crowds on Black Friday about as much as fish like fresh air. To commiserate with the fans, Hoonigan and Nissan joined forces to take over the abandoned Hawthorne Mall near Los Angeles, and celebrate Black Friday in their own unique way. With the creators of the Gymkhana and Recoil video series calling the shots, two-time...
View Post Team Parker Racing Running Bentley Continental GT3s in 2016 by Trackworthy, November 24, 2015 Bentley Motorsport announced that Team Parker Racing will run two Bentley Continental GT3's in the British GT Championship and Blancpain Endurance Series in 2016. Read more...
View Post All-new 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio at the Los Angeles Auto Show by Trackworthy, November 20, 2015 As the first of a new generation of vehicles built on an all-new platform, the 2017 Giulia Quadrifoglio embodies Alfa Romeo’s La meccanica delle emozioni (the mechanics of emotion), delivering race-inspired performance, advanced technologies, seductive Italian style and an exhilarating driving experience to the premium mid-size sedan segment. Read more...
View Post All-new Fiat 124 Spider revealed at Los Angeles Auto Show by Trackworthy, November 19, 2015 The all-new 2017 Fiat 124 Spider revives the storied nameplate, bringing its classic Italian styling and performance to a new generation. Paying homage to the original 124 Spider nearly 50 years after its introduction, the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider delivers the ultimate Italian roadster experience with driving excitement, technology and safety combined with iconic Italian design.
View Post Lamborghini Aventador LP 750-4 Superveloce Roadster Launched in Japan by Trackworthy, November 18, 2015 Lamborghini fans in Japan were treated to their first glimpse of the new Lamborghini Aventador LP 750-4 Superveloce Roadster series during a launch event in the heart of Tokyo.
View Post New Mercedes SL and Mercedes-AMG SL out April 2016 by Trackworthy, November 18, 2015 The new Mercedes-Benz SL which will be available from April 2016 with a host of significantly enhanced technical and visual features.
View Post Citroen DS 3 WRCs Excel in World Rally Championship by Trackworthy, November 16, 2015 The 2015 season saw the Citroen DS 3 WRCs claim six podiums, including a superb one-two finish in Argentina.
View Post Ford Fiesta ST Clinches 5th Consecutive Red Bull Global Rallycross Championship by Trackworthy, November 12, 2015 The Ford Fiesta ST has seen unparalleled success in global rallycross. Five Manufacturers Championship titles in five years is certainly an accomplishment.
View Post Mazda MX-5 Sport Recaro Limited Edition Revealed by Trackworthy, November 12, 2015 The Limited Edition all-new Mazda MX-5 Sport Recaro joins Mazda’s award-winning sports car line up, benefiting from added exclusivity and sporty styling.
View Post Lotus Evora 400: The Fastest and Most Powerful Lotus Ever by Trackworthy, November 6, 2015 The new Lotus Evora 400 is the most powerful production Lotus ever and a superior machine to the previous model in every aspect. Absolutely breathtaking.
View Post 2016 Dodge Viper ACR Sets 13 Lap Records by Trackworthy, November 5, 2015 The new 2016 Dodge Viper ACR (American Club Racer) has taken the performance car world by storm with its proven on-track prowess.
View Post F Performance Racing to Field the Lexus RC F GT3 by Trackworthy, November 4, 2015 Lexus has announced its motorsports partnership with Paul Gentilozzi and newly formed F Performance Racing to field the RC F GT3 in a new sports car series.
View Post Maserati Ghibli S Q4 Road Trip: From Malibu to Palm Springs by Trackworthy, November 2, 2015 TrackWorthy co-founder, Michael Taylor, travels 1000 km in the new Maserati Ghibli S Q4 from the beaches of Malibu to the mountains and deserts of Palm Springs.
View Post Second-Generation Acura NSX to be ‘Human-Centered Supercar’ by Trackworthy, October 26, 2015 The overarching concept for this next-generation NSX was the idea of a "human-centered supercar," one that places the driver at the center of its mission.
View Post Jan Kisiel Wins Inaugural Audi Sport TT Cup Championship by Trackworthy, October 23, 2015 The drivers in the Audi Sport TT Cup reserved the season’s highlight for the last event. In the final race of the inaugural season, the spectators got to see gripping motorsport with numerous overtaking maneuvers. Audi Le Mans entrant Marco Bonanomi won the nail-biting race. Behind the Italian guest entrant... Read more...
View Post McLaren 570S Coupe First Model in New Sports Series by Trackworthy, October 15, 2015 The McLaren 570S Coupe is the first, and highest powered, model launched in the recently announced Sports Series. She's a beast.
View Post New Limited Edition Ferrari F12tdf to Debut in November by Trackworthy, October 13, 2015 Ferrari reveals the Ferrari F12tdf paying homage to the Tour de France and particularly the 1956 250 GT Berlinetta, which won four consecutive editions.
View Post New BMW M4 GTS is BMW’s Fastest Road-car Ever by Trackworthy, October 7, 2015 Ultra-desirable, lightweight performance models have always been part of the BMW philosophy. These limited-edition M-badged cars always deliver the ultimate in sports-oriented design, power with efficiency and precise driving dynamics. That family lineage welcomes its latest member – the all-new BMW M4 GTS. Read more...
View Post New Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R Unveiled by Trackworthy, October 7, 2015 The ADAC GT Masters Season Finale was the backdrop for the unveiling of Callaway Competition’s new Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R. Following a brief presentation to media and invited guests, the successor of the C6-based Callaway Z06.R GT3 was displayed to the public for the first time on October 3, 2015 at the Hockenheimring in Germany. Read more...
View Post Limited Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition by Trackworthy, October 5, 2015 Pioneer of four-door sports cars, the Lancer Evolution has seen ten generations. The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition ends the in style.
View Post Aston Martin Vulcan Tribute to its Avro Bomber Namesake by Trackworthy, October 2, 2015 As the last remaining airworthy Avro Vulcan prepares for its final flight later this month, the iconic 1950s British V bomber has been united with its modern namesake: the Aston Martin Vulcan. Read more...
View Post 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Climbs the Legendary Stelvio Pass by Trackworthy, September 30, 2015 Experience what it is like to get behind the wheel of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata as it twists through the Stelvio Pass, Europe’s second highest pass.
View Post Ferrari F12berlinetta Track Day at Sodegaura, Japan by Trackworthy, September 29, 2015 29 Ferrari owners and enthusiasts gathered at Sodegaura Forest Raceway, in Chiba prefecture, for an incredible Ferrari F12berlinetta track day.
View Post Four Hyundai i20 WRC to Participate in Rallye de France by Trackworthy, September 25, 2015 Rallye de France will be the third time this season that the Hyundai Motorsport team enters four cars into a rally, this time with four Hyundai i20 WRC cars participating.
View Post New Lamborghini Huracan LP 610-4 Spyder at Frankfurt by Trackworthy, September 19, 2015 Automobili Lamborghini presented the new Huracán LP 610-4 Spyder at Frankfurt International Motor Show--performance of the coupé with the emotion of a cab.
View Post Caterham Superlight Twenty Celebrates 20th Anniversary by Trackworthy, September 12, 2015 Caterham has revived the spirit of one of its most illustrious Sevens - the boisterous 1.6-litre Seven Superlight – with the launch of a new special edition model. Read more...
View Post First Lotus Evora 400s Leave Factory on way to Dealerships by Trackworthy, September 5, 2015 The first Lotus Evora 400 sports cars -- Lotus’ fastest production car to date -- have left the assembly line destined for dealerships across Europe.
View Post Maserati Ghibli Fascination by Trackworthy, August 27, 2015 Enjoying the sights and sounds of cityscapes and countrysides in the Maserati Ghibli and the Maserati Ghibli S Q4 sports sedans.
View Post New Limited Edition Lotus Exige 360 Cup by Trackworthy, August 21, 2015 Lotus Motorsport redefines the Exige V6 Cup by introducing the Lotus Exige 360 Cup. Lotus Motorsport magic makes the model lighter and more powerful.
View Post New Mercedes-AMG C 63 Coupe by Trackworthy, August 20, 2015 Mercedes-AMG is setting a further landmark in the brand history: the new C 63 Coupé is the next step to yet more technical and visual distinctiveness.
View Post First Time for Cadillac ATS-V.R at Pirelli World Challenge Mid-Ohio by Trackworthy, July 30, 2015 Cadillac Racing drivers Johnny O'Connell and Andy Pilgrim are ready to run their Cadillac ATS-V.R race cars at the Pirelli World Challenge race weekend at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio July 31 - Aug. 2. R
View Post BMW Z4 GT3 Claims Overall Victory at Spa 24 Hours by Trackworthy, July 27, 2015 BMW has added another chapter to its success story at Spa-Francorchamps (BE): 50 years after its first win at the 24-hour classic, Nick Catsburg (NL), Lucas Luhr (DE) and Markus Palttala (FI) of BMW Sports Trophy Team Marc VDS claimed the manufacturer’s 22nd overall victory at this race. After 536 laps... Read more...
View Post Mantella Camaro Z/28.Rs Continue Full Throttle into Lime Rock Park IMSA CTSC by Trackworthy, July 23, 2015 Mantella Autosport will look to convert recent promise into podium success during the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge event July 24-25 at Lime Rock Park in Connecticut. Read more...
View Post 360 Degree Silverstone Lap in the New Ford Mustang GT by Trackworthy, July 16, 2015 Experience a 360 degree lap on the legendary Silverstone Circuit, "Home of British Motor Racing,” from inside of the all-new V8 Ford Mustang GT fastback.
View Post Koenigsegg One:1 at the Millbrook Proving Ground by Trackworthy, July 15, 2015 Christian von Koenigsegg explains how Koenigsegg utilise Castol Edge engine oil to gain maximum performance in the incredible Koenigsegg One:1.
View Post 2016 Aston Martin DB9 GT to Debut at Pebble Beach by Trackworthy, June 28, 2015 Aston Martin’s new 2016 DB9 GT will make its global debut as part of the marque’s presence at the Pebble Beach® Automotive Week from 13 August, accompanied by a glimpse of Aston Martin’s Second Century with the DBX concept, Lagonda Taraf and Aston Martin Vulcan supercar all set for appearances. Read more...
View Post Aston Martin DB9 GT Revealed by Trackworthy, June 27, 2015 Aston Martin revealed the DB9 GT, the luxury British sports car maker’s most compelling production ‘DB’ to date. Designed to offer the best of what DB9 can be, the new car delivers world-class grand touring and hand-built excellence. Read more...
View Post Chevrolet Lifts Lid on All-new 2016 Camaro Convertible by Trackworthy, June 27, 2015 Let the sun shine in. Chevrolet will offer a convertible model of the all-new 2016 Camaro, featuring the segment’s most advanced top. Read more...
View Post Lotus 3-Eleven is Quickest Production Lotus Road Car Ever by Trackworthy, June 26, 2015 Heralding a new generation of high performance sports cars, Lotus unveils its quickest and most expensive series production car ever, the Lotus 3-Eleven.
View Post The All-new Alfa Romeo Giulia by Trackworthy, June 26, 2015 The Giulia, the top-of-the-range model sporting the legendary Quadrifoglio badge, was introduced to the international press at the Alfa Romeo Museum in Arese, near Milan. It was a special event and a celebration of Alfa Romeo's over one century of history: in fact, today the brand celebrates its 105th year of... Read more...
View Post Jaguar F-Type R Tests Parachute for Land Speed Record by Trackworthy, June 13, 2015 Jaguar F-Type R is being used to test the parachute for Bloodhound SSC land speed record attempt, which is expected to cover a mile in just 3.6 seconds....
View Post The Performance-tuned 2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 by Trackworthy, June 3, 2015 The new 2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 builds on Carroll Shelby’s original idea: transforming a great every-day car into a dominant road racer...
View Post Mercedes-AMG GT S Safety Car DTM Debut at Lausitz by Trackworthy, June 1, 2015 A new Safety Car celebrated its appearance at the EuroSpeedway Lausitz, the Mercedes-AMG GT S was deployed for the very first time.