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aprile 08, 2016 - Abarth

Abarth alongside Yamaha: the long ride has just begun

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The exciting challenge between Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo for the world title continues in Austin, #texas, after a dramatic weekend of highs and lows in Argentina. At their side, #abarth, Official #sponsor and Official Car Supplier of the Movistar #yamaha #motogp team: the #partnership is founded on shared values as performance, craftsmanship and technical upgrade.

 

Abarth lands in #texas for the "Grand Prix of the Americas", together with Movistar #yamaha #moto GP, after an eventful weekend in Argentina just few days ago. Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo are looking forward to getting the action going at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) this weekend and will be striving for top results. Movistar #yamaha #moto GP is already leading the championship in the team standings, and in fact the #partnership between #abarth is founded on the shared values of sportsmanship and the desire to excel: it is no accident that this year also features the Scorpion logo on the front fairing of the two #yzrm1 2016-as a synonym for #racing and the symbol for a wealth of victories and passions.

 

The high-performance attitude typical of #abarth was confirmed at the recent Geneva International Motor Show, where the new #abarth 124 spider enjoyed its world début. It is a vehicle designed for thrills and performance and has all the qualities needed to satisfy even the most hard-to-please drivers. Among its technical features, one that stands out is the standard mechanical self-locking differential, to ensure drive and traction in even the most critical situations and provide peerless dynamic handling. Additionally, fine mechanics and special materials have lowered the weight to just 1,060 kg, for a weight-to-power ratio of 6.2 kg/HP, the best in its category, and perfect 50/50 weight distribution in running order, which translates in great agility and performance.

 

The #abarth 124 spider offered in the EMEA region is equipped with a powerful, reliable four-cylinder 1.4-litre MultiAir Turbo engine. It delivers 170 HP (about 124 HP per litre) and 250 Nm of torque. It has a top speed of 230 km/h and goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8-seconds. Furthermore, the sound of engine really matters in an #abarth car, so theRecord Monza exhaust come equipped as standard, generating  a beautiful growling sound. The first 2,500 units of the exclusive, limited edition model made by Officine #abarth can be ordered at a price of 40,000 Euro across Europe. The car will be available in dealerships starting from September. The new #abarth 124 spider can also be purchased with the FCA Bank solution by paying 300-Euro monthly instalments.

 

As Official #sponsor and Official Car Supplier of the Movistar #yamaha #motogp team, the #abarth brand created, together with #yamaha, a vehicle to celebrate their #partnership. It is the #abarth 595 #yamaha Factory #racing, a special series designed in the name of the craftsmanship and technical upgrade that characterise the Scorpion. An unmistakeable sound, a more powerful engine, and a sporty trim are just some of the technical features of this special series, which stands out for its stylish details-such as the red brake callipers and the #yamaha Factory #racing badge. #abarth and #yamaha thus prove themselves always at home, whether it is a routine outing or out on any of the #racing tracks around the world.

 

Finally, since 1 March, the passion that reigns on the racetrack and on board each #abarth car can be found in "The Scorpionship", the brand's only official community dedicated to car owners, collectors, #abarth club members, and fans. Subscribing at the scorpionship.abarth.com website provides plenty of exciting advantages, promotions and #racing opportunities as well as exclusive invites to meetings for fans.