Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) secara rasmi telah membuka tempahan untuk GR Supra GT4 EVO2, model terbaru yang lebih canggih dan ditala daripada kereta perlumbaan ikonik mereka. Berdasarkan kejayaan GR Supra GT4 yang dilancarkan pada tahun 2020, evolusi terkini ini dijangka meningkatkan prestasi, kebolehpercayaan, dan kebolehkendalian. Sejak pelancarannya, lebih daripada 120 unit GR Supra GT4 telah terjual di seluruh dunia, dengan lebih 500 penamat podium dalam 11 negara, memperkukuh reputasinya dalam dunia perlumbaan.
Penambahbaikan Berdasarkan Maklum Balas Perlumbaan
Selepas peningkatan besar pada tahun 2023, yang melibatkan peningkatan pada brek, pengendalian, dan prestasi enjin, TGR terus menilai maklum balas daripada pasukan perlumbaan serta pemandu di seluruh dunia. Dalam usaha untuk mencipta kereta yang diutamakan untuk pemandu, pembangunan GR Supra GT4 EVO2 dipandu oleh input dari pelumba profesional dalam keadaan perlumbaan yang ekstrem. Hasilnya adalah kereta yang lebih unggul, bersedia untuk mendominasi kejohanan GT4 pada tahun 2025. (more…)
Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) has officially opened orders for the highly anticipated GR Supra GT4 EVO2, a further refined version of their successful racing model. Building upon the GR Supra GT4’s success since its 2020 launch, this latest evolution is set to elevate performance, reliability, and operability. Over 120 units of the original GR Supra GT4 have been sold globally, with more than 500 podium finishes in 11 countries, showcasing the car’s prominence in the racing world.
Continuous Improvement Based on Real-World Feedback
After the 2023 update, which enhanced braking, handling, and engine performance, TGR continued to seek insights from racing teams and drivers around the world. The “driver-first car-making” approach guided the development of the GR Supra GT4 EVO2, incorporating feedback obtained under extreme racing conditions. The result is a car poised to dominate the 2025 GT4 season.
Key improvements include re-tuned ABS maps, optimised for various tire types and track conditions, and software updates that reduce downshifting time, improving deceleration control and cornering speed. Enhanced cooling performance for the engine, brakes, and drivetrain, along with optimised cockpit temperatures, ensures the car performs at a high level even in demanding conditions. These refinements make the EVO2 accessible not just to professional drivers but also to ambitious amateurs.
Technical Highlights and Specifications
The GR Supra GT4 EVO2 maintains its impressive technical framework, with a 2,998 cm³ in-line six-cylinder engine, delivering up to 660 Nm of torque. The modified ZF automatic transmission with paddle shift and DREXLER Motorsport-spec limited-slip differential ensure powerful performance. The car’s chassis, constructed with a steel/aluminum body and high-strength roll cage, adheres to FIA regulations, and natural fibre composites are used for the front splitter and rear wing.
The car comes equipped with advanced Brembo six-piston front calipers and four-piston rear calipers, supported by KW adjustable racing dampers. Pirelli tires and OZ 11×18-inch wheels complete the setup, delivering superior traction and handling.
Future Debut
The GR Supra GT4 EVO2 will make its world debut at the 2025 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, kicking off with the prestigious 24 Hours of Daytona in January.
A Race-Ready Machine for the Next Generation
With its advanced features, continuous development based on real-world racing feedback, and enhanced performance, the GR Supra GT4 EVO2 is set to continue the legacy of its predecessor while pushing the limits of GT4 racing. From refined braking systems to cutting-edge software updates, the EVO2 is ready to compete and excel on the world stage.
Bahagian sport permotoran dan kereta sport Toyota, Gazoo Racing, telah meningkatkan pelaburannya dalam teknologi enjin pembakaran dalaman (ICE), menunjukkan komitmen mereka untuk memanfaatkan sepenuhnya potensi enjin pembakaran dalaman. Presiden GR, Tomoya Takahashi, menegaskan pendirian bahagian tersebut dengan menyatakan bahawa kenderaan ICE masih mempunyai tempat walaupun usaha yang dilakukan untuk mengurangkan pelepasan karbon. “Musuh kita adalah karbon, bukan enjin pembakaran dalaman,” kata Takahashi, merangkum pandangan Toyota mengenai kenderaan ICE.
Walaupun populariti kenderaan elektrik (EV) semakin meningkat, Toyota tidak mempunyai rancangan segera untuk memperkenalkan EV prestasi di bawah jenama GR. Ini menimbulkan persoalan tentang masa depan kereta konsep FT-Se, yang menawarkan prestasi yang mengagumkan tetapi belum jelas bagaimana pengeluarannya akan dilakukan.
Toyota’s motorsport and sports car division, Gazoo Racing, is doubling down on its investment in internal combustion engine (ICE) technology, reaffirming its commitment to maximising the potential of combustion engines. GR President Tomoya Takahashi emphasised the division’s stance, asserting that ICE vehicles can coexist with efforts to reduce carbon emissions. “The enemy is carbon, not internal combustion engines,” Takahashi remarked, encapsulating Toyota’s perspective on ICE vehicles.
Despite the growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs), Toyota has no immediate plans to introduce a performance EV under the GR brand. This decision raises questions about the fate of the FT-Se concept car, which boasted impressive performance figures but remains without a clear production path.
Toyota telah mendedahkan dua versi berprestasi tinggi yang unik untuk GR Yaris baru, yang dikembangkan bekerjasama dengan juara pemandu Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team (TGR-WRT) Sébastien Ogier dan Kalle Rovanperä. Model eksklusif ini membuat penampilan pertama mereka pada hari pertama Rallye-Monte Carlo, menandakan permulaan Kejuaraan Rali Dunia FIA 2024 (WRC).
Edisi Ogier
Terinspirasi oleh versi konsep yang dipamerkan di Tokyo Auto Salon 2023, edisi istimewa ini mencerminkan sumbangan peribadi pemandu juara yang turut serta dalam proses pembangunan. Inisiatif ini berakar dari keinginan Pengerusi Toyota Motor Corporation dan Pemandu Utama Akio Toyoda untuk mengungkapkan rasa terima kasih kepada pemandu yang memainkan peranan penting dalam menyempurnakan dan mengembangkan kereta Toyota melalui perlumbaan rali.
Kedua-dua edisi ini mempunyai tetapan semula, menggantikan mod “Gravel” dan “Track” yang terdapat dalam GR Yaris standard, untuk selaras dengan keutamaan peribadi setiap pemandu dalam pengendalian dan prestasi. Selain itu, setiap model mempunyai ciri-ciri reka bentuk luar dan dalaman yang unik.
Dikuasakan oleh iterasi terkini enjin tiga silinder turbo 1.6 liter GR Yaris, menghasilkan 280hp dan 390Nm tork, dipadankan dengan transmisi manual pintar enam kelajuan (6iMT), kedua-dua edisi eksklusif ini menjanjikan pengalaman pemanduan yang mendebarkan.
Edisi Ogier:
Edisi Ogier memperkenalkan dua mod kawalan AWD baru: Morizo dan Seb. Mod Morizo, yang dikembangkan oleh Akio Toyoda sendiri, memberi tumpuan pada penyampaian waktu lumba yang konsisten, manakala mod Seb, yang dikembangkan oleh Sébastien Ogier, menekankan pengalaman pemanduan yang bersambung dengan pengagihan tork untuk mengawal drift. Badan kereta mempunyai cat Matt Stealth Grey khas, butiran bendera kebangsaan Perancis, pelekat peringatan WRC, dan rim aloi BBS yang khas. Di dalam, terdapat plat peringatan kemenangan WRC, jahitan kontras menghormati warna kebangsaan Perancis, dan butiran khas lainnya.
Edisi Rovanperä:
Edisi Rovanperä mempunyai Mod Donut unik yang direka untuk drift dan melakukan donut berjurus, bersama dengan Mod Kalle yang memastikan ciri-ciri pengendalian linear. Reka bentuk luar mempunyai cat tiga warna unik dan pelekat kemenangan WRC, dengan rim aloi BBS dan spoiler belakang sayap CFRP yang boleh diubah. Kabin merangkumi hiasan dan penutup yang sepadan dengan warna kebangsaan Finlandia, plat yang mengingati kemenangan WRC TGR, dan sentuhan peribadi lainnya.
Kedua-dua Edisi Ogier dan Rovanperä akan mempunyai jumlah pengeluaran terhad, dengan butiran lanjut mengenai pesanan dan penjualan di pasaran Eropah akan diumumkan pada tarikh kemudian oleh pengedar tempatan. Model-model eksklusif ini bertujuan untuk meraikan semangat perlumbaan rali dan kerjasama antara pemandu yang memenangi kejuaraan dan komitmen Toyota terhadap kecemerlangan prestasi.
Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) telah memperkenalkan 2024 GR Yaris, menunjukkan komitmen syarikat terhadap peningkatan berterusan dalam kereta berasaskan sukan permotoran. GR Yaris, yang pertama kali dilancarkan pada September 2020, telah mengalami ujian dan evolusi pertandingan yang ketat.
Penambahbaikan utama termasuk pengenalan Transmisi Automatik Direct Gazoo Racing 8-speed yang baru, menampilkan perisian yang dioptimumkan untuk pemanduan bergaya dan mencapai kelajuan pertukaran gear bertaraf dunia. Prestasi enjin mengalami peningkatan output dari 272PS kepada 304PS dan tork dari 370Nm kepada 400Nm. Pakej trim “High performance” RZ dilengkapi dengan Torsen LSD untuk kawalan daya pandu yang lebih baik.
Penambahbaikan reka bentuk kokpit memberi tumpuan kepada ketelitian dan operabiliti yang lebih baik, dengan papan kawalan dan paparan yang condong 15 darjah ke arah pemandu. Postur pemanduan, pandangan ke hadapan, dan kedudukan tuas gear telah diperbaiki. Paparan meter TFT penuh warna 12.3-inci yang terinspirasi oleh pemandu lumba profesional menyediakan maklumat kenderaan yang penting.
Perubahan reka bentuk luaran termasuk peningkatan pada gril bawah, gril sisi bawah yang lebih besar untuk penyejukan yang lebih baik, dan hiasan bawah belakang dengan pembukaan untuk mengurangkan rintangan aerodinamik. Penambahbaikan pada rangka dan badan, seperti penambahan titik pengelasan tambahan dan peningkatan bilangan bolt yang memuatkan badan ke penyerap hentakan, menyumbang kepada peningkatan kestabilan kawalan. “Pakej Penyejukan” menambah prestasi penyejukan dengan pilihan seperti sub-radiator, pengambilan udara sejuk, dan penyembur antara.
GR Yaris memperkenalkan fungsi pemilihan mod pemanduan standard untuk pemanduan bergaya dan seharian. TGR merancang untuk menawarkan perkhidmatan peningkatan untuk GRMN Yaris, yang menggabungkan pelajaran dari GR Yaris yang telah berkembang dan penyertaan dalam sukan permotoran.
Model konsep khas, GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Edisi Sébastien Ogier” dan GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Edisi Kalle Rovanperä,” telah disiapkan untuk pelancaran jualan, diumumkan di Rallye Monte Carlo, peringkat pertama Kejohanan Rally Dunia FIA. Komitmen TGR untuk membuat kereta berasaskan sukan permotoran yang lebih baik terus berlanjut, memastikan GR Yaris terus berkembang melalui pertandingan dan maklum balas pemandu.
Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) has revealed the evolved version of its iconic GR Yaris, reinforcing its commitment to the continuous improvement of motorsports-bred cars. The GR Yaris, symbolic of TGR’s dedication to excellence, has undergone rigorous testing and competition evolution since its launch in September 2020.
Central to this evolution is the introduction of a newly developed 8-speed GAZOO Racing Direct Automatic Transmission. This transmission, honed through motorsports testing and diverse road conditions, boasts optimised software for sporty driving, achieving world-class gear-shifting speeds and close-ratio gears for optimal power band utilisation. The RZ “High performance” trim is equipped with a Torsen LSD for enhanced driving force control.
The engine performance sees an increase in output from 272PS to 304PS and torque from 370Nm to 400Nm.
In terms of cockpit design, the control panel and display have been tilted 15 degrees towards the driver for improved visibility and operability. The driving posture has been enhanced, forward visibility expanded, and the shift lever position optimised. A 12.3-inch full-colour TFT gauge display, inspired by professional race drivers, offers crucial vehicle information.
The exterior design incorporates motorsports input with features like an upgraded lower grille, larger side lower grilles for improved cooling, and a rear lower garnish with an opening to reduce aerodynamic drag.
Chassis and body reinforcements include an increased number of bolts fastening the body to shock absorbers and additional spot welding points, resulting in improved handling stability. A “Cooling Package” enhances cooling performance with options like a sub-radiator, cool air intake, and intercooler sprayer.
The GR Yaris also introduces a standard drive mode selection function for both sporty and everyday driving. The optional vertical parking brake, influenced by motorsports, enhances operational efficiency in competitions. TGR plans to offer an upgrade service for the GRMN Yaris, incorporating lessons from the evolved GR Yaris and motorsports participation.
The GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Sébastien Ogier Edition” and GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Kalle Rovanperä Edition” concept models are set for sales launch, to be unveiled at Rallye Monte Carlo, marking the first round of the FIA World Rally Championship. TGR’s commitment to making ever-better motorsports-bred cars remains an ongoing pursuit, ensuring the GR Yaris continues to evolve through competition and driver feedback.
Toyota Gazoo Racing memberikan lebih sokongan kepada enjin hidrogen, walaupun lebih ramai orang beralih kepada kereta elektrik. Ketua Gazoo Racing, Masahito Watanabe, percaya enjin hidrogen boleh berfungsi dengan baik daripada kereta elektrik. Tetapi terdapat satu masalah – stesen untuk mengisi hidrogen masih kurang.
Bagi menyelesaikan ini, Gazoo Racing sedang merungkai Hydrogen Factory Europe, sebahagian daripada Toyota Motor Europe, untuk mempercepatkan pembangunan teknologi hidrogen dan menyelesaikan masalah pengisian semula.
Toyota percaya bahawa Eropah akan memimpin dalam kenderaan hidrogen dengan bantuan kerajaan. Watanabe berkata Gazoo Racing komited untuk memberikan pelbagai pilihan kepada orang ramai, seperti hidrogen, elektrik, hibrid, dan kenderaan sel bahan api.
The Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Festival has undoubtedly cemented its reputation as the premiere one make race series in Malaysia. Over six seasons, TGR has provided fans with thrilling wheel to wheel racing where professionals, celebrities as well as amateur drivers compete to be crowned champion of the series at the end of the season.
The series requires teams to compete in a race spec Toyota Vios with all cars having the same state of tune. To level the playing field, drivers who are particularly quick are required to have weight ballasts that slow down their cars.
In the six seasons of racing, the Toyota Vios has been the mainstay of the series. Teams fork out about RM100,000 to buy a race prepared Toyota Vios and this also gives the access to two seasons of racing.
As season six draws to a close, UMW Toyota Motors took the opportunity to officially unveil next season’s race car.
Based on the latest generation Toyota Vios, the new race car shares the same concept as the old – with a stripped out interior and a six-point roll cage that not only offers safety for the driver but also adds stiffness to the car that gives it more agile handling.
Besides the roll cage, the new Vios also sports a new platform that adds further rigidity. This combined with new aerodynamic enhancements make the Vios more planted in corners, improves responsiveness and also provides faster lap times as compared to the previous generation race car.
The new Vios challenger is still powered by the same 1.5-litre engine producing 106PS and 138Nm of torque. The power figures are the same as the street car but the biggest difference is the transmission. While the road going model uses a CVT gearbox, the race car sends power to the front wheels through a 5-speed manual transmission.
The Vios also includes a new race exhaust manifold, exhaust mid-section and muffler, a limited slip differential and race tuned suspension.
Season seven of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival will continue next year and interested parties can get in touch with the management of the series at 60163673300.
The complete list of modifications to the Toyota Vios is offered in the table below:
The Toyota Gazoo Racing team is upping the ante on the already high-performing GR Corolla for 2024. They’re bringing back the sought-after Circuit Edition for another year, offering it in a striking Blue Flame paint colour. Additionally, they’re introducing a new GR Corolla Premium Grade, elevating the model’s features with high-performance components as standard for enthusiasts.
The GR Corolla has received an overwhelming response, capturing a passion for driving. The new Premium Grade maintains the focus on the driving experience. It comes with dual LSD (Limited Slip Differential) to maximise traction and torque distribution during cornering. Brake cooling ducts come standard, and the interior receives an upgrade with heated seats, a heated steering wheel, front/rear parking sensors, JBL Premium Audio, and a wireless cell phone charger.
For 2024, the Circuit Edition will be available in Blue Flame and Ice Cap colours. It features standard black forged aluminium 18-inch BBS wheels, reducing weight for an even more agile model. The Circuit Edition also boasts a bulge hood, forged carbon fibre roof, gloss black high-mounted rear spoiler, black side rocker graphics, a leather-wrapped shift knob with a blue sightline, and a forged carbon fibre accent on the shifter top plate.
