Vortex Shield Program

Built for high-speed sprint circuits, the Vortex Shield Program excels in aerodynamic efficiency and mechanical grip. Its widened track and fully adjustable race suspension deliver consistent tire contact and excellent chassis feedback through fast corners. The comprehensive aero package generates significant downforce while managing cooling airflow, ensuring the SUV remains planted and responsive in demanding race conditions.

Extended front fenders by 150mm with squared trapezoidal arches and rolled lips
Rear quarters widened 170mm per side with squared box flare arches
Shortened rear hatch by 80mm for improved airflow separation
Full carbon fiber replacement hood with large heat extractor and NACA ducts
Carbon fiber rear bumper extension integrating diffuser surfaces

Carbon fiber front splitter with 130mm depth and dual 140mm dive planes
Vertical 180mm tall canards with triangular vortex generators on front corners
Multi-element 1780mm wide rear wing on 900mm swan-neck pylons
Large multi-element rear diffuser with 11 vertical fins spaced 85mm apart
Continuous 75mm deep side skirts featuring integrated brake cooling vents

The aerodynamic suite blends function with aggressive form, featuring a carbon fiber front splitter with dive planes and canards that channel high-pressure air beneath the car to generate front downforce. Side skirts incorporate brake cooling vents, while the rear diffuser’s eleven vertical fins create substantial ground effect. Atop the shortened rear hatch sits a towering multi-element wing on swan-neck pylons, adjustable for varying track demands, with roof-mounted vortex fins stabilizing high-speed yaw.

Front: 18x11-inch HRE Performance forged wheels in matte gunmetal
Rear: 18x12-inch HRE Performance forged wheels in matte gunmetal
Front tires: 315/660R18 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 semi-slicks
Rear tires: 340/690R18 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 semi-slicks

The build rides on HRE Performance forged wheels sized 18x11 inches up front and 18x12 inches at the rear, finished in matte gunmetal to complement the satin pearl white and carbon fiber bodywork. Wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 semi-slick tires sized 315/660R18 front and 340/690R18 rear, the wheels are carefully offset to maximize steering lock and camber range within the expanded fender wells.

Lowered by 65mm with race-tuned coilover suspension, the Armada’s stance is aggressively wide and planted, boasting a 2000mm front track and 2100mm rear track. The squared trapezoidal fender arches and rolled lips accentuate its purposeful footprint, while adjustable anti-roll bars and spherical bearing-equipped suspension arms ensure precise handling and responsiveness.

Heavily modified V8 engine relocated 140mm rearward to front-mid position
Converted from AWD to rear-wheel-drive layout
6-speed sequential racing gearbox linked to rear transaxle system
Rear transaxle mounted 100mm rearward for optimized weight bias

The Armada’s original drivetrain is replaced by a thoroughly reengineered, high-output V8 engine positioned in a front-mid layout, shifted 140mm rearward to enhance weight distribution. This powerplant is optimized for sprint circuit demands, delivering robust torque and high-revving performance through a race-spec sequential gearbox. The setup emphasizes balance and responsiveness, critical for the sharp cornering and rapid acceleration typical of DTM racing.

Transitioning from the stock AWD system, the Armada now features a rear-wheel-drive configuration with a 6-speed sequential racing gearbox. The gearbox connects to a bespoke rear transaxle assembly relocated 100mm behind the original axle line to bias weight rearward, improving traction and stability. This drivetrain mutation underpins the vehicle's track-focused dynamics, supporting aggressive cornering and precise throttle control.

Billet aluminum double-wishbone suspension arms with spherical bearings
Carbon fiber body panels including hood, splitter, rear diffuser, and wing
Precision welded chassis modifications to accommodate drivetrain relocation
Integrated aerodynamic shelves with brake cooling exhaust vents