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McLaren P1

Supercars? More like hypercars! This year has seen the birth of a bunch of new cars which are rewriting the history books and blowing away the perceptions of what most people think is possible.

McLaren P1

Ferrari LaFerrari

Porsche 918 Spyder

Koenigsegg One:1

Pagani Huayra

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Porsche 919 Hybrid

This year saw the return of Porsche to Le Mans racing. Toyota initially led the race but retired at around 14 hours. Porsche and Audi took turns to take the lead but the lead Porsche retired leaving Audi to pick up another victory.

Audi R18 E-Tron Quattro

Toyota TS040 Hybrid - Driven by Anthony Davidson

Porsche 919 Hybrid - Driven by Mark Webber

Nissan ZEOD (Zero Emission On Demand) RC

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Mercedes AMG F1

It’s been a two horse race this year with Mercedes AMG F1 dominating. Nico Rosberg is currently leading after Austria with Lewis Hamilton in second place. Lewis, without having two non-finishes due to reliability could otherwise comfortably be well in the lead. Teams such as Williams and Force India, both Mercedes powered teams are now rapidly closing the gap.

Mercedes AMG F1 - Driven By Lewis Hamilton

Williams FW18 - Driven by Felipe Massa and Felipe Nasr

Infiniti Red Bull Racing RB7 - Driven by Sebastien Buemi

Ferrari F1 - Driven by Pedro de la Rosa

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Jaguar XJS (1984 Spa 24 Hours-winner)

Touring cars had their heyday during the 90s with the Super Touring class. Around ten manufacturers all shooting out for the top honors with world class drivers at the wheel. Thankfully, now the ‘HSCC Super Touring Car Trophy’ exists giving the opportunity for those legendary cars and drivers to once again take to the motor racing circuits around the UK. With so many cars now back up and running again, you can expect to see a good number featuring at the Festival of Speed this year. In addition, you’ll be able to see classic a modern touring cars and their drivers making their way up the hill. Some of which are as follows:

TWR Jaguar XJS (1984 Spa 24 Hours-winner) - Driven By Win Percy

Rover SD1 (ICS-liveried) - Driven by Andy Rouse

Mercedes DTM - Driven by Dario Franchitti

Seat Leon Eurocup - Driven by Jordi Gené

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McLaren F1 GTR 'Longtail'

The legendary McLaren F1 GTR ‘Longtail’ will be amongst the GT and Sport Car stars this year. Sir Chris Hoy, The multi gold medal winning cycling track olympian has taken to motorsport. He’ll be driving up the hill in his works Nissan GTR GT3 car.

McLaren F1 GTR 'Longtail' - Driven by Kenny Brack

Ferrari 333SP - Driven by Emmanuel Collard

Porsche 935 JLP-4 - Driven by John Fitzpatrick

Nissan GTR GT3 - Driven by Sir Chris Hoy

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Toyota Rally Cars

Toyota as usual, will be bringing their impressive collection of rally cars. The mighty Audi Quattro S1 often makes an attempt at setting the fastest time on the hillclimb. This is not to be missed.

Toyota Group B Celica TA65

Toyota Corolla WRC (Tarmac-spec’)

Toyota Celica ST185

Audi Quattro S1 - Driven by Hannu Mikkola

Citroen DS3 WRC - Driven by Sebastian Loeb

Fabia S2000 - Driven by Neil Simpson

MkII Escort - David Llewellyn

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McLaren GT Preview

McLaren is to unveiled their new racer, thought to be based on the 650s at 11am on Friday.

Peugeot will be bringing along its 208 T16. The Pikes Peak hill climb record breaker was piloted by Sebastian Loeb.

Nissan Concept 2020 Vision Gran Turismo. Created to feature in the Playstation game ‘Gran Turismo’, this concept could indicate the future design direction for Nissan.