Toyota Motorsport GmbH announces an upgraded EV P002 for Pikes Peak

Has 544 HP (400 kW) and 1,200 Nm (885 lb-ft) of torque

Toyota Motorsport GmbH has announced plans to return to the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with an upgradedEV P002.

Set to be driven by Rod Millen, the EV P002 will defend its record-breaking time of 10 minutes and 15.380 seconds. Despite the challenge, TMG feels pretty confident as the car has been equipped with upgraded electric motors and optimized "powertrain parameters" that have been specially calibrated for Pikes Peak. The car also appears to feature an improved aerodynamics package with massive front and rear spoilers.

Motivation is provided by a 42 kWh lithium-ion battery that powers two electric motors which crank out 544 HP (400 kW) and 1,200 Nm (885 lb-ft) of torque. This should enable the car to hit a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph).

Source: Toyota

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Martini Racing unveils their Porsche 911 GT3 Cup

Will be driven by Sébastien Loeb

Porsche and Martini have revived their long-standing relationship after a five year absence.

In honor of their 150th anniversary, Martini will field a Porsche 911 GT3 Cup at Barcelona on May 12th. The car will compete in the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup and be driven by nine-time world rally champion Sébastien Loeb. Loeb will compete in the first two races, while an unnamed second driver will take the wheel at a third race in September.

According to Jonas Krauss, Head of Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup, “From the first day the beloved stripes of Martini Racing decorated a Porsche 906 in 1968, the illustrious pairing has gone on to claim some of motorsport’s most coveted titles, including numerous Le Mans 24 hours titles, during what is now considered to be a classic period of motorsport. We’re excited to be once again partnering with Martini in its 150 anniversary year.”

Source: Martini Racing

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