Ariel Atom 3

The Ariel Atom 3 is a unique and limited hand-built, high performance motor vehicle. All new Ariel Atom 3s sold within the North American market are partially or fully assembled in the USA by TMI AutoTech, Inc. ('TMI').

All North American built Ariel Atom 3's utilize a Japanese specification 2.0L Honda engine. Each vehicle is built to owner's specifications and start as a base vehicle with options being added, there a windshield and lighting kit including Headlights, Turn Signals, Brake Lights, and Horn. The base price of an Ariel Atom 3 is $65,000 USD

All purchases of new Ariel Atom 3s within the USA or Canada are subject to specific terms & conditions of sale. TMI AutoTech, Inc. has a full service area that can perform any work you may require; however, many Luxury or Performance Automotive Speciality shops could likely perform any maintenance that may be required. Parts can be obtained through TMI AutoTech, Inc. directly.

Specifications - Ariel Atom 3

Ariel Atom 3 Testing

The launch of the Ariel Atom 3 on North American soil has been an event anticipated by many automotive enthusiasts for months, and has recently moved one step closer to placing the ultra performance supercar into client's hands.

Testing of the Ariel Atom 3 "mule" has included both chassis roll dyno tuning, as well as real world driving on the famed VIR road course.

The "Viper (Virginia Institute of Performance Engineering and Research) Engine and Drive Train Lab" served as the location for more than 50 Dyno runs that allowed the technical team to tune the Engine Control Unit for maximum performance as well as drivability.

Upon completion of the Dyno testing the Atom 3 has been run in multiple private, as well as public, lapping events where it has logged over 500 miles at speed without a hitch. Over the course of testing the VIR facility has provided three different circuit layouts that each have different challenges and requirements of a vehicle. It is important that the vehicle handle well under various track conditions and layouts. The North, South, and Full courses at VIR have all been used with fantastic results. It can easily be stated that the Ariel Atom 3 has been one of the quickest vehicles on track at any given time, while at the same time being very cost effective to run; Tires, Brakes, and Fuel are used sparingly with an Atom!

Ariel Atom 500 V8

Ariel announce the latest version of the Atom - the Ariel Atom 500, powered by a small V8 engine. With over 500bhp in a 500kilo package the Atom 500 will boast one of the highest power to weight ratios ever for a production car, ever. At over 1000bhp per tonne the Atom 500 will be the ultimate statement in performance and is destined to be made in a limited edition.

The V8 powered Atom is the first of some exciting developments from Ariel due to be released though 2008 and builds on the growing reputation that the company has for putting the passion back into driving and producing cars that are fun to drive as well as fast both on and off the track.

The 500 started life as a one off special project with RS Developments in 2007 and features the Russell Savory designed 2.4 litre V8 engine coupled to a 6 speed sequential Sadev gearbox. Developing over 500bhp at 10,000rpm the supercharged engine features all alloy construction, 5 valves per cylinder and a dry sump. The gearbox will have flatshift capability, a paddle gearchange with manual override as well as launch and traction controls.

Recognisable by the twin rear intakes for intercoolers the Atom 500 will feature a unique colour scheme for chassis, wheels and bodywork combined with carbon fibre panels and carbon fibre aerofoils. Other features will include chromemoly aerofoil wishbones, integrated function steering wheel, Alcon 4 pot caliper brakes and Dymag magnesium wheels.

Said Simon Saunders, Director of Ariel, 'This is an interesting project for us and an experimental departure from what we normally produce. For a few customers the Atom 500 will be the ultimate expression of lightweight performance and represents the outer limits of what is achievable in a road registered car. We also use this sort of project to explore the possibilities of how we can improve our standard cars. The Honda engined production cars already combine all the elements that we want in an Atom and by pushing the envelope to these sorts of extremes we can further improve the breed'.

The Atom 500 will be produced in Somerset at the new Ariel factory with the first car available from Spring this year. Prices have not yet been finalised but Ariel's commitment to performance for value will ensure that the Atom 500 is competitive in cost as well as performance.

With the standard Atom 300 already achieving sub 3 second times to 60mph and sub 7 second times to 100mph, the 500 will take this one stage further with record breaking production car possibilities.

How to buy an Ariel Atom

you need to contact TMI AutoTech directly to discuss what specifications will best suit your desired end use. Each vehicle is built to owner's specifications and start as a base vehicle with options being added

TMI AutoTech, Inc.

TMI has a long history in both amateur and professional motorsport which has given an excellent foundation to work from in the creation, and execution, of the successful Ariel Atom Experience events. The Ariel Atom Experience was developed to allow people the chance to understand firsthand the excitement of piloting the Ariel Atom.

Moving ahead into a new era for the Ariel Atom in North America, TMI AutoTech, Inc. has been granted the exclusive North American license for the Ariel Atom brand. A new facility was required, and after searching various locations, it was decided that the raceplex within VIRginia International Raceway was the best choice. This location will allow TMI to assemble new Ariel Atom 3's, as well as continue to supply parts and service for the existing Ariel Atom 2's in the marketplace. www.arielmotor.com