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Mercedes Gears Up For A WEC Comeback After 26 Years

Giancarlo Perlas November 21, 2024

Mercedes is fielding its battle-tested AMG GT3 for its return to the WEC in 2025. The automaker forged a partnership with Iron Lynx to compete in the LMGT3 class of the sporting organization. Mercedes is staging a historic comeback at the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) after a 26-year hiatus. The iconic luxury and high-performance automaker will debut at the LMGT3 category of the event in 2025. After Mercedes’ last stint in the organization in 1999 with the disastrous Mercedes-Benz CLR, it’s confident that the battle-hardened Mercedes-AMG GT3 under a new partnership with Iron Lynx will allow it to emulate the success of the Sauber-Mercedes C9. From Huge Success to… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-AMG GT2 PRO Unleashes Unrivaled Power and Innovation

Giancarlo Perlas November 4, 2023

Mercedes-AMG continues its push to alter racing with the unveiling of the Mercedes-AMG GT2 PRO, a non-homologated race car tailored for track day enthusiasts. This high-performance machine, based on the 2022 Mercedes-AMG GT2, offers an impressive array of groundbreaking features and a design that’s set to dominate the circuit. Push2Pass Function: An Innovative Power Surge According to Mercedes-Benz, a standout element of the Mercedes-AMG GT2 PRO is its groundbreaking Push2Pass function. With the simple push of a button on the steering wheel, this operation temporarily boosts the already impressive 707 hp of the AMG 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine to an astonishing 750 hp. This short-burst power unleashes an entirely new… Continue Reading »

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Check Out The Mercedes-Benz Atego Racing Truck With Almost 1,500 HP

Giancarlo Perlas October 6, 2023

In the world of motorsport, where speed and precision reign supreme, there’s an extraordinary and often overlooked category that never fails to amaze: truck racing. The roar of monstrous engines, massive vehicles hurtling around racetracks, and the battle for supremacy among these “giants of the road” is a spectacle that leaves audiences awestruck. One such legend in this unconventional world is the Mercedes-Benz Atego racing truck, a machine that defied expectations and set records. Let’s dive into the remarkable story of this five-tonne beast found in the Mercedes-Benz Museum, which boasts 1,100 kW (1,496 hp) and a top speed of 160 km/h. The European Truck Racing Championship Dominance In the… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz 190E Restomod Racer Calls Back To The Golden Era Of DTM

Giancarlo Perlas July 20, 2023

The Mercedes-Benz 190E Restomod Racer stands as a testament to the golden era of touring car racing. Drawing inspiration from the late eighties and early nineties, this thrilling DTM dream resurfaces, capturing the essence of a bygone era of motorsport. This Mercedes-Benz 190E Restomod is a Marketing Masterpiece Built with the utmost authenticity, the Mercedes 190E Restomod Racer emerges as a marketing tool crafted by FCP Euro according to Road & Track. This company, known for supplying replacement parts to a range of elite automotive brands, seized the opportunity to breathe new life into the iconic 190E platform to showcase its capabilities. Modern Meets Classic via Engine Upgrade In this… Continue Reading »

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Mick Schumacher Gets To Do Donuts At Goodwood Festival

Giancarlo Perlas July 17, 2023

At the Goodwood Festival of Speed in West Sussex, Mick Schumacher, son of legendary Formula 1 driver Michael Schumacher, recently had the opportunity to get behind the wheel of his father’s iconic Mercedes W02 from 2011. This nostalgic moment not only celebrated his father’s legacy but also provided an opportunity for a lighthearted dig at Mick’s former team, Haas. The social media team from the Mercedes-AMG F1 squad cleverly seized the moment, subtly referencing an incident that occurred during the young Schumacher’s last race with Haas in 2022. A Playful Exchange on Social Media Unfolds During Mick’s final race for Haas, his race engineer requested him to refrain from performing… Continue Reading »

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The Legendary Sauber Mercedes C11 Graces Spa Classic 2023

Giancarlo Perlas July 9, 2023

The Sauber Mercedes C11, a true powerhouse of its time, surely left an indelible mark on the motorsport world during the 1990 World Sportscar Championship. With an impressive record of four one-two finishes and an astonishing seven victories out of eight races, the C11 definitely reigned supreme in its heyday. Its awe-inspiring performance and unrivaled capabilities made it a force to be reckoned with on the track, and recently, the car has proven its mettle once more at the Spa Classic 2023. Unleashing the Beast Hot on the heels of its predecessor, the dominant C9, the Sauber Mercedes C11 is a testament to Mercedes’ constant commitment to pushing the boundaries… Continue Reading »

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GetSpeed Unveils Striking Livery For Mercedes-AMG GT3

Giancarlo Perlas May 20, 2023

The GetSpeed Performance racing team is set to make a bold statement at the Nürburgring 24 (N24) event with its awe-inspiring livery on the Mercedes-AMG GT3. The team revealed the striking design, dubbed the “Beast of the Green Hell,” at the Nürburgring circuit. This pays tribute to the iconic German track known as the “Green Hell.” Designed by the talented artist Andrew Myrto, the livery combines shades of green and black, capturing the spirit and essence of the legendary Nürburgring endurance circuit. This captivating artwork will grace the No. 3 Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo entry of the team at the endurance event on May 20-21, 2023. GetSpeed Performance, hailing from Meuspath,… Continue Reading »

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