2024 Toyota Gazoo Racing China GR86 Cup

News & Announcements China 07-01 16:09

The 2024 Toyota Gazoo Racing China GR86 Cup is set to rev up excitement among motorsport enthusiasts across the nation. This highly anticipated event will feature a series of thrilling races, showcasing the prowess of the GR86, Toyota's popular sports car. Here’s an in-depth look at what’s in store for the participants and fans alike.

Race Format

The race format is meticulously designed to ensure fairness and competitiveness. Here are the key elements:

  • Vehicle Inspection: A standardized inspection will be conducted to adhere to racing regulations. All participants must use the tires, gasoline, brake discs, and brake pads provided by the organizers. Warmers for tires are not permitted.
  • Class Divisions: The competition will feature different categories: AT (automatic transmission), MT (manual transmission), and Foreign Card.
  • Customization: While personal car paint jobs are allowed, space must be reserved for the official logo.
  • Dynamic Start: The race will employ a dynamic starting procedure to enhance the excitement.

Race Features

Each race event will include the following components:

  • Official Practice: A 30-minute official practice session.
  • Qualifying: Two 15-minute qualifying sessions to determine starting positions for the two main races.
  • First Main Race: A 40-kilometer or 30-minute race with the starting positions based on the results of the first qualifying session.
  • Second Main Race: Another 40-kilometer or 30-minute race with starting positions based on the results of the second qualifying session.

2024 Race Schedule

The 2024 season will span several months, with races held at various prestigious tracks:

  • Official Testing: Qinghuangdao, June 28-30 at Qinghuangdao Steel Race Valley.
  • First Race: Ordos, July 26-28 at Ordos International Circuit.
  • Second Race: Fujian, Pingtan, August 30-September 1 at Pingtan International Circuit.
  • Third and Fourth Races: Shanghai, October 11-13 at Shanghai International Circuit (TBC).

These events promise to deliver high-octane action and a spectacular showcase of the Toyota GR86's capabilities.

Stay tuned for more updates and detailed coverage as the 2024 Toyota Gazoo Racing China GR86 Cup unfolds. This is an event you won't want to miss!