Stellantis Motorsport has unveiled the new Peugeot 208 Racinga racing car designed to comply with the new FR6 regulations introduced by French Motorsport Federation (FFSA). This model represents a revolution in motorsport, aiming to make racing more accessible, without sacrificing safety and performance. With a strong focus on accessibility, 208 Racing was created to be affordable for young talent and seasoned veterans.
The vehicle is the result of years of experience accumulated by the Stellantis Motorsport team, which has already worked on models such as the 208 Rally4 and the C3 Rally2. Developed with the collaboration of high-level pilots such as Yoann Bonato e Leo Rosselthe car was put through its paces in a variety of extreme conditions to ensure its reliability.
Driver feedback has played a crucial role in improving the car’s dynamics and handling, making it perfect for anyone who wants to experience the thrill of racing, regardless of experience level.
Yoann Bonato, multiple French rally champion, underlined how simple the 208 Racing is to drive, fun and versatile, easily adapting to any type of driver. Léo Rossel also praised the qualities of this car, stating that it offers superior safety, allowing drivers to concentrate fully on driving.
The heart of the Peugeot 208 Racing
The Peugeot 208 Racing, which weighs just 1,050 kg, is powered by a 145 HP turbo engine powered by superethanol fuel-E85 which, in addition to reducing CO2 emissions by 30%, reduces the cost of fuel by 40%, guaranteeing significant savings for pilots. The engine is combined with 6-speed manual transmission with short ratios,
The Peugeot 208 Racing also represents an important step forward for Stellantis in making motorsport more inclusive. Every stage of development has been designed to ensure that this car is economically and technically accessible, offering everyone the opportunity to approach the world of racing. Thanks to its ease of driving and the design designed to encourage learning driving techniquesthe 208 Racing is destined to become a reference for anyone who wants to take their first steps in the world of competition.
Source: www.autoblog.it
