1981 Audi Quattro (10V) - Preview
1981 Audi Quattro (10V) - Preview
Automobili Lamborghini unveils the Countach LPI 800-4: a futuristic limited edition paying homage to the Countach’s iconic status as a revolutionary design and technology rule-breaker and recreated for the 21st century. Its puristic lines are immediately recognizable from the Countach legacy: the patriarch of modern super sports cars and Lamborghini design. With its aspirated V12 engine combined with Lamborghini’s hybrid supercapacitor technology, the Countach LPI 800-4 retains the inimitable V12 experience and sound from its Longitudinale Posteriore (LP) mounted powerplant combined with the hybrid (I) technology developed for the Sián. Delivering 814 cv as maximum combined power (rounded at 800 in the name) from its aspirated powerplant (780 cv) and electric motor (34 cv) to its permanent four-wheel drive transmission, the LPI 800-4 produces peak Lamborghini performance of 0-100 km/h acceleration in just 2.8 seconds, a 0-200 km/h in 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 355 km/h.
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Adrien Fourmaux claimed the lead of Rally Chile Bio Bío after engine failure for colleague Ott Tänak on Friday’s final stage handed the Hyundai driver a slender 1.0sec advantage over team-mate Thierry Neuville. The Frenchman inherited the top spot when Tänak pulled up 5.6 kilometres into the day's longest test, ending what had been a commanding performance from the Estonian - who had built an advantage of nearly 10sec after overhauling championship leader Elfyn Evans' morning advantage. "I can only be pleased because I think it is the first time we are leading a rally at the end of the first day, so it is positive for us but it is a shame for Ott," said Fourmaux, who is chasing down his first-ever FIA World Rally Championship victory. “Tomorrow is going to be a different day, so let’s see.” Neuville sat second in his similar i20 N Rally1 after a transformed afternoon following major set-up changes between loops. The Belgian struggled in the morning but found his rhythm as conditions dried, describing his car as “way better” despite admitting he was "still far from good.” Sébastien Ogier delivered the day's standout individual performance with a stunning stage win on SS6, beating Neuville by 3.1sec and climbing from fifth to third overall. Making his 200th WRC start this week, the eight-time world champion was another to make midday set-up adjustments after a muted morning. “I kept pushing all day and this morning I was already on the limit, and in this last stage I cannot do more," reflected Ogier, who trails Fourmaux by just 2.3sec heading into Saturday.
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