We are very excited about the inclusion of the DeltaWing concept in next year’s 24 hours of LeMans. Our press release, real time simulation of the car at LeMans and technical features of the car are on the website. We invite you to begin this journey with us as we get ready for the most famous endurance race in the world.
RACE TECH World Motorsport Symposium Award Winners
Arnaud Martin, Ben Bowlby and Flybrid Systems were the recipients of the Race Engine Designer, the Dino Toso Racecar Aerodynamicist and the Most Innovative New Motorsport Product of the Year awards respectively in a night of celebration during the RACE TECH World Motorsport Symposium.
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DeltaWing to showcase ultra-light brake technology.
DANBURY, CT, Friday, December 2, 2011
The exciting experimental DeltaWing racing car that will debut at next year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans continues to attract leading motorsports partners who are looking to showcase new and innovative technology.
South Carolina-based Performance Friction Brakes is the latest key partner to join the DeltaWing program – joining the likes of tire partner Michelin and transmission specialists, EMCO Gears.
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DANBURY, CT, Tuesday, October 11, 2011
The Project 56 DeltaWing assault already brings together some of the biggest names in American motorsport – now a major US supplier has been selected to produce the transmission components for the unique car.
The Chicago-based EMCO Gears will manufacture the unit that will transfer the 300 horsepower from the 1.6 liter turbocharged engine to the rear wheels.
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BRASELTON, GA, Friday, September 30, 2011
The unique DeltaWing Le Mans sportscar that will make its debut at next year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans will tackle the world’s greatest endurance race on Michelin tires.
The Highcroft Racing-run entry was announced by the Automobile Club d’Ouest in June as the successful applicant to occupy “Garage 56” for 2012 – the additional entry reserved for new and unique automotive technologies.
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Click here to read the Highcroft Racing press release.
Click here to view the news conference video.
DeltaWing Racing Car Selected by the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) for the 24 Heures du Mans in 2012
DeltaWing design and technology will be utilized by Project 56 Partners.
Two seat DeltaWing will focus on innovation to achieve ultra energy efficiency and 24 hour performance
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana (June 9, 2011) – DeltaWing Racing Cars, of Indianapolis, today announced a major project milestone.
“We are pleased to announce a licensing agreement with the “Project 56 Partners” to utilize the DeltaWing design and technology for their participation in the 24 Heuers du Mans in June, 2012,” said Ben Bowlby, the concept’s originator. The Project 56 group includes Dan Gurney’s All American Racers, Dr. Don Panoz and Highcroft Racing.
“The Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) has shown great vision in creating an opportunity for an innovative and experimental vehicle such as the DeltaWing to participate “outside the classifications” in this famous event. The race has a long and glorious history, featuring the most advanced and technologically relevant racing cars. We are thrilled to have been invited to join the list of innovators and to honor the Spirit of Le Mans,” said Bowlby.
Visit www.deltawingracing.com and Project 56 at Highcroft Racing and All American Racers for additional information.
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