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Innovative Technology: The New BMW M5 MotoGP™ Safety Car
Innovative technology is at the heart of the new BMW M5 MotoGP™ Safety Car. The safety car for the next MotoGP season will be based on the new BMW M5, which features optimized driving dynamics with innovative M xDrive technology. For nearly 20 years, BMW M GmbH has been a partner with MotoGP organizer Dorna Sports as the “Official Car of MotoGP,” providing high-performance cars that ensure safety at the highest level of motorcycle racing. The new BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Car is the latest highlight in the Safety Car fleet.
The new course car is based on the high-performance sedan BMW M5, which was first showcased to the global public in August. The new BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Car made its debut at the MotoGP season finale in Valencia, Spain (10th to 12th November) and will spearhead the Safety Car fleet in the 2018 season. “A MotoGP Safety Car faces enormous challenges. It is vital to lead a field of unique, high-performance race prototypes safely through all sorts of conditions,” said Frank van Meel, President of BMW M GmbH. “Innovative motorsport technology is an essential part of this. The new BMW M5 forms the perfect basis for a safety car, as its technical features ensure perfect handling, even at the limits of driving dynamics—on the road and on the racetrack. Development never stands still in MotoGP, which is always pushing its limits further and further. The same is true for the BMW M GmbH—and the new M5 MotoGP Safety Car is an outstanding example of our pursuit of innovation and maximum levels of performance.”
Key Features of the BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Car
The BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Car features the newly-developed M-specific all-wheel drive M xDrive, which is being used in the BMW M5 for the first time. This system guarantees optimized driving dynamics in all situations with precise handling and perfect traction. The heart of the BMW M5 is the 4.4-liter V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology, which has been completely overhauled by the M engineers. This engine represents a significant increase in performance compared to previous models, delivering 441 kW/600 HP and a maximum torque of 750 Nm in the production M5. The new BMW M5 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds. Transmission is handled by the new eight-speed M Steptronic gearbox with Drivelogic. The chassis contains M-specific kinematics and elastokinematics elements that contribute to optimized driving dynamics. The weight has been further reduced through features such as the lightweight carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) roof.
Conversion Process at BMW M Manufaktur
Painstaking manual work at the BMW M Manufaktur in Garching converted the high-performance base car into the BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Car, preparing it for its role as the course car in the world’s fastest motorcycle racing series. This process included the addition of numerous BMW M Performance Parts, many of which are available as retrofit parts for the BMW M5 production model. These parts emphasize the sporty appearance of the Safety Car and meet all the functional requirements for aerodynamics, cooling, and lightweight construction. These include various carbon components such as side sills, rear diffuser, rear spoiler, front kidney grille, door mirror caps, and air breather slats. The BMW M Performance sport exhaust system is made of titanium, with carbon exhaust tips, and has been designed especially for use on the racetrack.
The transformation of the BMW M5 to a MotoGP Safety Car was completed by the inclusion of special racing features and the necessary safety equipment. The front splitter is a prototype developed specifically for the BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Car. The bonnet latches are taken directly from racing. The bucket seats from the BMW M4 GTS guarantee a combination of comfort and maximum security for their occupants when in action on the racetrack. The flat light bar on the roof uses modern LED technology and is controlled via a specially-developed cockpit panel.
Design and Signaling Systems
Another important signaling system is provided by the flashing front lights, consisting of blue LED lamps in the front grills and flashing corona rings for the headlamps. The design of the new BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Car makes a clear racing statement: it is inspired by the design of the new BMW M8 GTE race car, which will compete for BMW at the 24 Hours of Le Mans next year. Series developers from BMW M and the BMW Motorsport department worked hand in hand on the development of the BMW M8 GTE. The design reflects this close cooperation.
Partnership with Dorna Sports
The partnership between BMW M GmbH and Dorna Sports dates back to 1999. The provision of the BMW M fleet is the core of BMW’s involvement as the “Official Car of MotoGP.” There are also a host of other activities. The BMW M Award for the best MotoGP qualifier has been presented at the end of every season since 2003. The BMW M MotoGP Experience gives visitors the chance to experience MotoGP firsthand. The BMW M MotoGP experts provide exclusive insights. On selected Grand Prix weekends, the BMW M GmbH presents its newest models and products in on-site actions.
BMW M GmbH’s Business Areas
BMW M GmbH offers products and services in five business areas: BMW M Automobiles and BMW M Performance Automobiles, BMW Individual, M Sports Options and Packages, BMW Group Driving Experience, and Safety, Emergency, and Special Purpose Vehicles. The company is geared towards customers who have high aspirations for performance, exclusivity, and individual style in their vehicles. Based in Munich, BMW M GmbH was founded in 1972 as BMW Motorsport GmbH. Since then, the letter M has become synonymous worldwide for success in motor racing and for the fascination of high-performance sports cars for road use.
Key Takeaways
- The new BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Car features innovative M xDrive technology for optimized driving dynamics.
- It is powered by a 4.4-liter V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology, delivering 441 kW/600 HP and 750 Nm of torque.
- The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds.
- Numerous BMW M Performance Parts were added during the conversion process at BMW M Manufaktur.
- The design is inspired by the BMW M8 GTE race car.
- BMW M GmbH has been a partner with Dorna Sports as the “Official Car of MotoGP” since 1999.
- BMW M GmbH offers a range of high-performance products and services aimed at customers seeking performance, exclusivity, and individual style.
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