TOYOTA GAZOO Racing has finally unveiled there new GR010 Hybrid which will compete in the FIA WEC’s new Hypercar class. The new class is replacing the LMP1 cars along with LMdH cars which are coming into the WEC in 2023. The new GR010 is powered by a V6 Twin Turbo which produces 680ps, which sends drive to the rear wheels. The 272ps electric motor is on the front axle to make the new car semi 4wd the similar to the outgoing LMP1 TS050. The new power system is capped at 680ps, so the sophisticated electronics reduce engine power according to the amount of hybrid boost deployed.
As part of a cost-cutting initiative incorporated in the regulations, the new GR010 HYBRID is 162kg heavier and with 32% less power than its TS050 HYBRID predecessor, with Le Mans lap times expected to be around 10secs slower. It also has bigger dimensions; it is 250mm longer, 100mm wider and 100mm higher.
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