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Project Motor Racing: The Return of the Iconic 2005 Aston Martin DBR9

A Motorsport Icon Comes to Life in the Virtual World

Following the introduction of the modern Audi R8 LMS GT3 evo II, Straight4's Project Motor Racing has unveiled one of the most iconic GT1 cars in history: the 2005 Aston Martin DBR9. This British beast represents a fundamental chapter in international motorsport history.

The DBR9 Story: A Return to Origins

The 2005 DBR9 was much more than just a racing car - it represented Aston Martin's official return to international motorsport after a long hiatus. The name "DBR9" was a deliberate homage to the legendary Le Mans-winning DBR1 of 1959, signaling the brand's intent to compete at the highest level of sports car racing.

This purpose-built GT1 racing car embodied the essence of British racing with its aggressive design and breathtaking performance.

Technical Specifications: Power and Precision

Engine

The beating heart of the DBR9 was a reworked version of the DB9's 6.0-liter, naturally aspirated V12 engine. While maintaining the original engine block and cylinder heads, the racing version featured significant modifications:

• Configuration: 6.0-liter naturally aspirated V12
• Lubrication system: Dry-sump for racing use
• Power: Approximately 600 horsepower (subject to race-specific air restrictor regulations)
• Racing modifications: Enhanced internal components to withstand extreme stress

Transmission and Chassis

• Gearbox: 6-speed sequential manual competition-spec supplied by Xtrac
• Positioning: Rear-mounted to optimize weight distribution
• Design philosophy: Maximum aerodynamic efficiency and handling precision

Project Motor Racing: Release Details

Dates and Platforms

Release date: November 25th, 2025 Available platforms:

• PC
• PlayStation 5
• Xbox Series X|S

Pre-order Options

Standard price: €59.99 / $59.99 / £49.99

Where to pre-order:

• Steam
• Epic Games Store
• PlayStation Store
• Microsoft Store
• Various retailers for console versions

Pre-order bonus: "PMR – GTE Decade Pack" DLC included free

Year 1 Bundle

Project Motor Racing Year 1 Bundle: €89.99 Includes:

• Day 1 Group 5 Revival Pack
• 3 additional Content Packs
• Year 1 Expansion Pack

Straight4: The Studio Behind the Project

In 2022, Ian Bell - industry veteran with experience at SimBin, Blimey Games, and Slightly Mad Studios - founded Straight4Games. The studio dedicated itself to developing a new racing simulation that went through several evolutionary phases:

1. GTR Revival (initial project name)
2. GTRevival (first renaming)
3. Project Motor Racing (final denomination)

Straight4's philosophy focuses on creating authentic racing simulations that capture the essence of motorsport competitions, combining technical precision with passion for racing.

Conclusions

Project Motor Racing promises to bring back the golden era of GT1 racing through the meticulous reconstruction of iconic vehicles like the DBR9. With its development pedigree and attention to technical detail, the title looks set to be an unmissable experience for virtual motorsport enthusiasts.

https://projectmotorracing.com/