What cars are allowed in BTCC?
British Touring Car Championship
| Category | Touring cars |
|---|---|
| Teams | 15 (2021) |
| Constructors | BMW, CUPRA, Ford, Honda, Hyundai , Infiniti, Toyota, Vauxhall, Note: The constructors in bold are currently represented in the Manufacturers Championship. |
| Engine suppliers | Turbocharged 2.0 litre I4 |
| Tyre suppliers | Goodyear |
How much BHP does a BTCC car have?
Engine: 350+bhp 2-litre turbo-charged direct-injection engine with ‘fly by wire’ throttle control.
Do BTCC cars have the same engine?
Since 2011, when BTCC organiser TOCA established the New Generating Touring Car (NGTC) rules, teams have been able to use a race-prepared factory engine or a generic TOCA unit supplied by Swindon Powertrain. All use an Xtrac six-speed sequential gearbox no matter their engine choice.
Why do British Touring cars carry ballast?
Often, the actual weight of the car is lower, so ballast is used to bring it up to the minimum. In some racing series, for example the British Touring Car Championship, ballast is used as a handicap, the leading drivers at the end of one race being given more ballast for the next race.
Why are some BTCC cars left hand drive?
With many/most manufacturers the vast majority of the cars they are going to sell are left hand drive, because most countries drive on the right. Therefore the most cost effective way to design a car is left hand drive in the first place.
What is the top speed of a BTCC car?
“It boasts the highest speed corners you can drive in the BTCC. We take Church corner at 140mph and reach speeds of around 155mph at other parts of the track. It’s a very, very fast and exciting circuit to visit and an absolute pleasure to race there. “It’s a very tough championship and so hard to pick a winner.
What fuel does BTCC use?
High quality low sulphur racing fuel currently used by the BTCC and all other Championships (excluding Renault Clio’s) on the TOCA Championship package. This product can be used in turbo charged or naturally aspirated engines.
What wheel drive is the fastest?
10 Quickest Front-Wheel-Drive Cars We’ve Ever Tested
- 6 2004 Dodge SRT-4 – 5.3 seconds (tie)
- 5 2013 Volkswagen Scirocco R – 5.1 seconds.
- 4 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line – 5.0 seconds.
- 3 2020 Honda Civic Type R – 4.9 seconds.
- 2 2021 Hyundai Veloster N DCT – 4.8 seconds.
- 1 2021 Mini JCW GP – 4.7 seconds.
Why are NGTC cars eligible for the BTCC?
All cars have been built to the same NGTC regulations. First introduced in 2011 for an initial five-year period, these technical regulations are designed to dramatically reduce the design, build and running costs of the cars and engines. Only NGTC cars are now eligible to compete in the BTCC.
What are the rules for the BTCC car race?
Cars that are successful in the BTCC must carry ballast (additional weight) in their cars. Maximum success ballast will be increased to 75 kilograms for 2021, thereafter reducing in 9kg increments down to tenth place as follows: 1st: 75kgs 2nd: 66kgs
What do you need to be in the BTCC?
BTCC Entrants (also referred to herein as “Competitors” and “Teams”) must be registered for the Championship and be in possession of a valid 2021 International Entrants Licence (Open or Restricted issued by Motorsport UK. See General Regulation D7.1.12) and a TOCA BTCC Licence (‘TBL’) as per the Commercial Undertakings.
When did the FIA endorse the NGTC regulations?
The World Council approved the endorsement of NGTC regulations yesterday (3 December) during the FIA’s World Motor Sport Council meeting in Qatar. Below is an excerpt from the FIA Touring Car Commission report: ‘A Commission proposal to endorse and publish two separate and distinct levels of technical regulations has been approved.