Toyota removed the veil fromPrius 24h Le Mans Centennial GR Edition”. This is about concept car inspired by the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans. whose centenary run will take place in a few days. It is this car, which was expected to appear in a teaser a few days ago, that will be on display in Japan. Endless Discovery, which was organized at Le Mans to celebrate the technologies developed by Japanese motorsport brands.
The automaker did not provide details about this concept. We know it’s based on the latest generation of the Toyota Prius, the Japanese manufacturer’s “token” electrification car. In this regard, Toyota recalls that it has been improving the performance of its hybrid powertrains at Le Mans and other WEC races since 2012. The knowledge gained was then applied to production cars such as the Prius.
Toyota will continue take advantage of motorsport develop technologies that will be used to improve their production models. After all, we know very well that the world of competition is an ideal laboratory for testing new technical solutions. Returning to the concept, the Japanese brand has developed special body kit which greatly improves aerodynamics. In particular, flaps on the sides of the bumper, a diffuser, new side skirts and a rear wing stand out. All elements are made of carbon fiber.
The track was widened, and the suspension was redesigned. There are also new 18-inch wheels with a special design to improve aerodynamics. The tires used on the car are 235/50R18. To improve visibility at night, which is an important detail in all endurance races such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the concept is equipped with additional headlights.
There is no mention of mechanics. So we don’t know if there have been changes to the new Prius’ hybrid powertrain. For the livery, Toyota was inspired by the livery GR010 HYBRID races in WEC.
Will there be a production version of this concept? Nothing is said about this. However, the manufacturer is expanding the GR lineup, so it won’t be strange that the Toyota GR Prius could also be introduced sooner or later.
Source: HD Motori
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