First is longer and seventh is shorter. The final drive ratio is also shorter. AMG claims the GT R will sprint to 60 mph in less than 3.5 seconds, which seems conservative given the 3.2-second Based upon the already known & Released Stock AMG GT-R and AMG GT-R Safety Car, here comes the Safety Car ELS Enabled Version!! Features: [ELS] Enabled; Safety Car orange Lights & Active Front & Taillights; Green Lights on Lightbar & Rear Bumper; Extra Interior Screen for more immersive F1 Look; Livery Support (Template on Discord) HQ Exterior The rear-wheel- drive GT R has the most powerful version yet of Mercedes-AMG’s M177 V8 engine. The 4.0-litre petrol unit receives new turbochargers, a reworked engine mapping program and a Well they had S class coupes in the past - CL and S-class branding if you want a 2 door cruiser. The AMG GT R and Black edition are the F1 Safety Car, so they're putting some emphasis on it being a track car. Lewis Hamilton did an ad w the lovely green colour going around the Nurburgring, and they publish Ring times. AMG Project One safety car incoming. Neat fact: as fast as the AMG GT R is, the F1 cars it holds back can't even keep temperature in their tires/brakes, even when The Safety Car continued to evolve in 2015, as for the next three seasons Mayländer would drive the eye-catching Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S-model out on track. However, since 2018, the AMG GT R was a fixture at Formula 1 race weekends. F1 NATION: Mercedes on the move, Aston’s upgrades and 50 years of the Safety Car – it’s our Canadian GP preview QiwWo. Mercedes-AMG has presented a new livery for its GT R FIA Formula 1 safety car, which incorporates design elements that symbolize unity and the sport’s commitment for diversity and inclusion. The car will be seen at the 2020 Austrian Grand Prix this weekend, with rainbow visuals and the ‘WeRaceAsOne’ hashtag that will be featured on all F1 cars and around the racetrack. The ‘Drive Safely’ lettering will continue to adorn the hood, reminding fans “to always drive in a careful and considerate way”. Watch Also: Is The New Mercedes-AMG GT R Pro Worth The Huge Premium It Commands? “When Formula 1 returns to racing this weekend in Austria, it will use this opportunity to thank people all over the world for their strength and resilience in the fight against the global COVID-19 pandemic”, Mercedes explained. “The sport will also show its unity in the fight against racism and its commitment to do more to address inequality in Formula 1.” The most powerful F1 safety car ever was presented two years ago and features the AMG Track Package with rollover protection system and high-performance brakes. Power comes from the twin-turbo V8 that pumps out 577 HP (585 PS / 430 kW) and 520 lb-ft (705 Nm) of torque, rocketing it to 62 mph (100 km/h) in seconds from a standstill (0-60 mph in sec) and up to a top speed of 198 mph (318 km/h). In addition to the GT R safety car, the official FIA F1 medical car, the AMG C63 S Estate, has embraced the new design that comprises of the rainbow flag and ‘WeRaceAsOne’ hashtag, and will head over to Austria this weekend too. PHOTO GALLERY more photos... A new era is opening up for Formula One this season with completely new technical regulations, completely new aerodynamics and a totally new look for the cars, which means in essence a new beginning for motorsport's premier class. However, two things will remain the same as F1 embarks on the latest stage in its development in Bahrain March 20 - Mercedes-AMG will again ensure maximum safety out on the race track this year by providing the Official FIA F1 Safety Car® and the Official FIA F1 Medical Car®. The safety car with the three-pointed star has been a constant feature for 26 years now, and during that time, high-performance models, including the Mercedes-Benz CL 55 AMG, the Mercedes-Benz C 36 AMG and the spectacular SLS AMG gullwing specially developed by Mercedes-AMG, have all been utilised. This upcoming F1 season is now set to mark a premiere when the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series (fuel consumption combined: l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 292 g/km)¹ leads the field as the safety car. At the same time, the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4MATIC+ (fuel consumption combined: l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 308-295 g/km)¹ will make its debut as the medical car. These two F1 safety vehicles about to be deployed this season will be the most powerful ever used and will sport the same distinctive red livery as last year. The new Official FIA F1 Safety Car®: The Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series The FIA's list of requirements for the safety car is a tough one to fill with high cornering speeds, the ability to produce dynamic intermediate sprints and fast lap times all number one priorities. The AMG GT Black Series has the ideal prerequisites for this demanding role at the pinnacle of motorsport. This flagship model can produce 537 kW (730 bhp) and was developed specifically for the race track. There is currently no street-legal AMG model on offer that is more like an out-and-out racing car. The thing that strikes you most about this year's safety car, though, is the complete lack of the customary light bar on the roof. The reason for its absence has a simple explanation. Since it would have interfered with the sophisticated aerodynamics of the AMG GT Black Series, development engineers at Affalterbach had to come up with something new. The lights needed for signalling are now integrated into the upper part of the windscreen while at the rear, they have been neatly integrated into the rear wing. Low consumption, fast-reacting LEDs are used for all signalling functions. The headlights and car's rear lights also flash at regular intervals in order to catch drivers' attention. — Bernd Mayländer, driver of the safety car since 2000 I'm delighted to be back behind the wheel of the Formula 1 safety car again for the 2022 season "And I'm particularly pleased this year to be in a Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series. I've already had the chance to test this amazing vehicle on numerous occasions and I'm simply blown away by how close it is to a thoroughbred racing car. It really is a major step forward compared to last year's GT R which was already at an extremely high level. To have a workplace like this in the name of safety is a dream come true." While Mayländer has to focus on the track ahead when the safety car is called out while observing what is happening in his rear-view mirror at the same time, co-driver Richard Darker is responsible for maintaining radio contact with race control. Darker must also watch the race action on two screens and follow a 'marshalling system', showing the flag signals on each section of track. There's also a 'medical warning light'. In the event of an accident on the track that exceeds a critical g-force threshold, the LEDs flash several times. This provides Bernd Mayländer and Richard Darker with an additional warning to prepare for action. The new Official FIA F1 Medical Car®: The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4MATIC+ Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert: - 13 l/100 km | CO2-Emissionen kombiniert: 308 - 295 g/km | Emissionsangabe [1] Apart from the Official FIA F1 Safety Car®, Mercedes-AMG will also again provide the Official FIA F1 Medical Car® for the 2022 Formula One season, as the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4MATIC+ is set to take over from its predecessor, the C 63 S AMG T model (combined fuel consumption: l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions: 246 g/km) and make its debut in motorsport's premier class. With its V8 biturbo engine giving a maximum output of 470 kW (639 hp), the new medical car will be the most powerful and fastest ever seen since F1 records began. Designed to give maximum performance out on the race track, the four-door coupé in standard trim can accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in seconds and top out at 315 km/h. As with the safety car, its V8 engine, AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G transmission, dynamic engine mounts and rear axle with electronic locking differential are all the same as those used in the road-going version. Another advantage over the rear-wheel drive C 63 S is the fully variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive system to ensure optimal traction and maximum driving safety even in adverse weather conditions and pouring rain. The medical car is always on hand to provide speedy emergency care and apart from its driver, FIA Medical Rescue Coordinator Dr Ian Roberts plus one or sometimes even two local doctors from a specialist clinic near the track are generally on board. The medical car closely shadows the F1 field on the starting lap when the racing cars are particularly close together during this critical phase of the race so that in the event of an incident, doctors can reach the scene of the accident as quickly as possible and start administering first-aid immediately. During the race, the Official FIA F1 Medical Car® is normally parked in the pit lane next to the safety car. Improving safety for more than 25 years Vehicles from Mercedes-AMG have been improving safety at Grands Prix since 1996, firstly with the Official FIA F1 Safety Car which leads the Formula One field in bad weather or when there's an incident and then with the Official FIA F1 Medical Car which can immediately reach the scene of an accident. "Motor racing means so much to us, as does, of course, the highest possible level of safety," said Philipp Schiemer, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH. "We always took it as understood that after more than 20 years, we would still be supplying both safety car and medical car and we're doing just that with two outstanding vehicles from our portfolio." Christoph Sagemüller, Head of Motorsport Mercedes-AMG GmbH added: "To ensure F1's needs are met, we have upped the ante even further for the 2022 season with our most powerful models to date, the AMG GT Black Series and the AMG GT 63 S. What's more, their on-track performance displays their unfiltered motor racing DNA more than any of their predecessors. As always, of course, I hope that these vehicles will be called upon for support as little as possible." Beginning with the F1 season-opening round, the Bahrain Grand Prix at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir on 20 March 2022, Mercedes-AMG will share the challenging duty of providing safety car and medical car with British sports car manufacturer Aston Martin as was the case last year. Related Content Mercedes-AMG Motorsport Motorsport is what drives us Motivated by a belief and desire to succeed, Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher laid the foundation for AMG back in 1967. Boundless passion for motorsports paved the way for legendary achievements and continues to leave its mark on the spirit of our brand to the present day. A legend in its own time GT Black Series The Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series marks the return of an iconic name to the world of super sports cars. Unorthodox, untamed, ultimate. He has emerged from uncompromising engineering paired with unprecedented performance – especially on the race track. 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The R variants are the top of the line. The handcrafted V8 is enhanced over the top. It produces about 577 horsepower. The GT series is a benchmark for the AMG performance standards and expect neck-snapping speeds in the blink of an eye when you sit behind the wheel. The exterior and the low slung looks might make it look like a tame car which it absolutely isn’t. To put it in simple words the GT R Roadster is the beauty and the beast. Mercedes has been the best manufacturer in terms of luxury and comfort. But another thing that Mercedes holds a good reputation for is the safety factor. Being a well-known manufacturer Mercedes has to keep up with times and offer features above and beyond. The GT is a rare breed of sports car that has safety features to an extent. The GT uses aluminum to elevate its overall rigidity in the body shell. Aluminum is efficient as it enhances occupant protection and reducing weight. Also, there is a significant increase in cabin space. The front fenders, hood, doors, and trunk lid are made of aluminum along with high-strength and ultrahigh-strength steel. Strategic reinforcements are made of diecast, extruded and stamped aluminum along with heat-treated and laser-welded steel of varying-thickness. AMG divisions best production car is the GT. It has a rear-wheel drive-train which is not like the 4-Matic used on most other AMGs. The fact that this is an all-out sports car Mercedes has ensured that it can be as safe as it can be without adding on much weight. Merc has installed various safety features to ensure just that. The vehicle comes with a lot of autonomous features that ensure that it can track the vehicle surroundings to ensure safety. Active Brake Assist:- Apart from giving the driver a warning, it can automatically adjust the braking to avoid the collision. The vehicle has all the sensors all around the car and can detect surrounding objects. This helps the car assist the driver in case of a possible collision. Attention Assist:- Mercedes is the first automotive brand to come up with driving behavior detection. This is possible due to the sensors present inside the cabin. If the driver is not attentive enough or in a state to drive the vehicle will prompt the driver to take a rest with audio-visual warnings. Pre-Safe:- This is a precautionary measure taken by the autonomous computer in the Mercedes. If the sensors detect any sudden maneuvers that may cause a collision or rollover, the seat belts tighten, windows are rolled up and the seat is adjusted to brace for impact. 8 airbags:- The 8 airbags that provide 10-way occupant protection. The dual two-stage front airbags that are combined with pelvic bags. There is a knee airbag for the driver. There’s also side-curtain airbags. Another standard is the side-impact airbags for each rear passenger. Electronic Stability Program (ESP):- This technology was first introduced by Mercedes where the sensors constantly map the output on the wheels. This helps the vehicle stability on corners or evasive maneuvers. The ESP can brake or increase torque on individual wheels if any kind of wheelspin or understeering or oversteering is detected. Active Lane Keeping Assist (Optional):- With technology that monitors ordinary road markings at most driving speeds with all the sensors onboard. If there is any unintended drifting off-course detected the Active Lane Keeping Assist alerts you by vibrating the steering wheel. It can selectively brake individual wheels to help guide the car back into its lane if you continue to drift. Blind Spot Assist (Optional):- This is helpful while taking a turn on any street or highway. There are always a few blind spots and it is difficult to have a 360-degree vision while driving. This specific feature warns the driver about any vehicle in the blind spot. What is the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) and IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) safety rating of the AMG GT R Coupe? The sports car segment does not have many vehicles that go through crash testing. The prime reason for this being the cost of the vehicles. The same holds true for the AMG GT R. The AMG GT is among the first and few vehicles that have a few safety features onboard. Most of the vehicles by Mercedes are rated high on the NHTSA and IIHS ratings. Keeping the stats in mind we can expect the GT R to be rated along the lines of its sibling. Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R Coupe safe? The AMG GT R Roadster ratings are not available. NHTSA and IIHS are yet to provide ratings for the same. Considering that this is an AMG version the chassis is capable. This car has a monstrous presence on the road and has the safety features to ensure that it keeps up to its demeanor. The safety features on-board are extensive for sports car standards and ensure the best possible safety for the occupants. So yes, the AMG GT R Roadster is 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R Links:0-60 and Quarter Mile TimesMPGDimensions2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R SafetyMercedes has been the best manufacturer in terms of luxury and comfort. But another thing that Mercedes holds a good reputation for is the safety factor. Being a well-known manufacturer Mercedes has to keep up with times and offer features above and beyond. 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You can help Real Racing 3 Wiki by expanding it. Earn a fully upgraded Mercedes-AMG GT R Formula 1® Safety Car free by completingall five Formula 1® Grand Prix™ 2019 Season Events. “ You Can Drive If You Want ToTake part in all five Grand Prix™ events to earn yourself the Mercedes-AMG GT R F1® Safety Car! ” The MERCEDES-AMG GT R F1® SAFETY CAR is the safety car in in the 2019 and 2020 seasons of Formula 1®. It replaced the MERCEDES-AMG GT S. It was driven by Bernd Mayländer. The MERCEDES-AMG GT R F1® SAFETY CAR would later be succeeded by the ASTON MARTIN VANTAGE F1® SAFETY CAR for the 2021 season. Availability The MERCEDES-AMG GT R F1® SAFETY CAR is available in 1 series: Safety Car Showdown motorsports series in the Formula 1® group This vehicle was added in the Formula 1 Update ( released in November 2019 and can be unlocked, earned and fully-upgraded once completing all five Formula 1® Grand Prix™ 2019 Season Events, and is shipped instantly. For the project page containing all events for this car see: RR3 Wiki:Events FORMULA 1® Liveries 2019 Season 2020 Season This car has two liveries to choose from: 2019 Season livery, used on the car during the 2019 Formula 1® Season 2020 Season "#WeRaceAsOne" livery, used on the car during the 2020 Formula 1® Season The additional livery can be acquired for free. Characteristics Stage PR(Upgrades) Top Speed Acc. Braking Cornering Cost Parts Base 197 mph317 kph s m g M500,000(N/A) Max 224 mph360 kph s m g M3,289,157 28 Top Speed(kph) 164 220 276 332 388 444 500 317 360 Acc.(s) Braking(m) 51 44 37 30 23 16 9 Cornering(g) Upgrades (28) Upgrade Duration M G 1 Engine: High Flow Carbon Fibre Airbox 40 Minutes 62,020 - 2 Engine: Competition Engine Tuning 1 Hour 10 Minutes 99,675 - 3 Engine: Competition Cam-shaft 1 Hour 35 Minutes 132,900 - 4 Engine: Competition Cylinder Heads 2 Hours 5 Minutes 177,200 - 5 Engine: Competition Throttle Body 3 Hours 10 Minutes 265,800 - 6 Engine: Custom Engine Re-bore 3 Hours 55 Minutes 332,250 - 1 Drivetrain: Enhanced Transmission Management 40 Minutes 61,104 - 2 Drivetrain: Ultra-Lightweight Driveshaft 1 Hour 10 Minutes 98,235 - 3 Drivetrain: Ultra-Lightweight Differential 1 Hour 30 Minutes 130,980 - 4 Drivetrain: Ultra-Lightweight Flywheel 2 Hours 5 Minutes 174,640 - 1 Body: Polycarbonate Window Replacements 35 Minutes 55,580 - 2 Body: High Performance Body Refinements 1 Hour 89,325 - 3 Body: Aerodynamic Detailing 1 Hour 25 Minutes 119,100 - 4 Body: Advanced Body Refinement 1 Hour 50 Minutes 158,800 - 5 Body: Advanced Weight Reduction 2 Hours 50 Minutes 238,200 - 1 Suspension: Uprated Carbon Fibre Racing Swaybar 35 Minutes 56,067 - 2 Suspension: Advanced Damping 1 Hour 80,108 - 3 Suspension: Advanced Suspension Electronics 1 Hour 25 Minutes 120,144 - 4 Suspension: Advanced Suspension Tuning 1 Hour 55 Minutes 160,192 - 1 Exhaust: Advanced Exhaust Tuning 30 Minutes 45,472 - 2 Exhaust: Race-Spec Exhaust Piping 50 Minutes 73,080 - 3 Exhaust: Uprated Racing Headers 1 Hour 5 Minutes 97,440 - 1 Brakes: Custom Race-Spec Brake Pads 30 Minutes 44,100 - 2 Brakes: Uprated Race-Spec Calipers 50 Minutes 70,875 - 3 Brakes: Reinforced Carbon Racing Discs 1 Hour 5 Minutes 94,500 - 1 Tires & Wheels: Specialized Camber & Toe Adjustments 35 Minutes 52,920 - 2 Tires & Wheels: Elite Racing Compound 1 Hour 85,050 - 3 Tires & Wheels: Ultra Light Racing Rims 1 Hour 20 Minutes 113,400 - TOTAL: 28 12 Hours 35 Minutes 3,289,157+0=3,289,157 0 / 0 Colour keys White purchase before any upgradesOr instant purchase Green purchase after any upgrades Red only purchase For upgrades including PR values, please see the project page RR3 Wiki:Upgrades Section FORMULA 1®, please be aware that PR values can vary depending on the upgrade order. Navigation FORMULA 1® (33) GT R F1® SAFETY CAR • RENAULT • RED BULL RACING RB15 • TORO ROSSO STR14 FERRARI SF90 • MERCEDES-AMG F1 W10 EQ POWER+ • HAAS VF-19 • ALFA ROMEO C38 • McLAREN MCL34 RACING POINT RP19 • WILLIAMS FW42 • F1® ACADEMY CAR • RENAULT • RED BULL RACING RB16 • ALPHATAURI AT01 FERRARI SF1000 • MERCEDES-AMG F1 W11 EQ PERFORMANCE • HAAS VF-20 • ALFA ROMEO C39 McLAREN MCL35 • RACING POINT RP20 • WILLIAMS FW43 • R3 ESPORTS CHALLENGER • ALPINE A521 • RED BULL RACING RB16B • ALPHATAURI AT02 • FERRARI SF21 • MERCEDES-AMG F1 W12 • HAAS VF-21 • ALFA ROMEO C41 • McLAREN MCL35M • ASTON MARTIN AMR21 • WILLIAMS FW43B Once the new car page has been created the following pages will need editing: RR3 Wiki:Car Costs - Once the upgrade data is known, and upgrade requirements, add the new car in the order it is displayed in the Manufacturer select data for this page is automatically generated. Just in time for the returning 2020 Formula 1 season, Mercedes-AMG's GT R F1 safety car is brandishing a united aura. In accordance with Formula 1's recent #WeRaceAsOne and #Drive Safely campaign, the new safety car is symbolizing unity against racism and inequality. For the past 25 years, Mercedes-AMG's F1 safety car is usually dressed in a silver and black ensemble. But for F1's return at the Austrian Grand Prix this coming July 5, Mercedes-AMG came up with something more colorful and livelier for worldwide fans to enjoy. Showing its commitment to fighting racial inequality and social injustice, the new F1 safety car is peppered with rainbow graphics to support the cause. The rainbow theme is visible on the rear flanks of the vehicle. Additionally, you'll find the #DriveSafely graphic on the hood along with #PurposeDriven on the roof and tailgate. The latter is shown to promote the FIA's commitment to safety, sustainability, diversity, and gender equality. This new theme is also applied to the official Mercedes-AMG C 63 S Estate emergency vehicle. but aside from a new paint scheme, both vehicles remain essentially unchanged from a technical and mechanical perspective. The Mercedes-AMG GT R F1 safety car, in particular, remains motivated by a twin-turbocharged V8 producing 585 horsepower and a mammoth 520 pound-feet of torque, effectively making it the most powerful F1 safety car in history. It may be a safety car, but it can rush to blinding speed when provoked. According to Mercedes-AMG, the GT R F1 safety car accelerates to 60 mph in around and has a top speed of 197 mph. This is hardly surprising given a stock Mercedes-AMG GT R once held the Nurburgring lap record in 2016. It clocked 7: minutes and made it the fastest road-going car to conquer the 'Ring. Of course, that record has since been surpassed, but it speaks highly of the GT R's propensity for speed. But to meet FIA requirements of becoming Formula 1's official safety car, the Mercedes-AMG GT R is tuned to maintain a higher minimum speed. Mercedes did it using sophisticated aero trickery, advanced lightweight construction, and a robust chassis. You can catch a glimpse of Formula 1's refreshed Mercedes-AMG safety car at the 2020 Austrian Grand Prix this weekend, July 5th. It will be driven by German racing driver Bernd Mayländer who's been doing so for the past 20 years.

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