[W-Info-Autos] 2011 Ford Shelby GT500: Ready to Hit the Racetrack

The new 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 delivers an all-new aluminum block engine, even better driving dynamics and handling, improved fuel economy and better horsepower than ever before.

The new all-aluminum engine block, manufactured by Honsel, utilized Ford's patented Plasma Transfer Wire Arc (PTWA) cylinder liner technology to reduce weight and increase efficiency.