subject: Hyundai Pm850 For Rhys Millen Racing & Volkswagen Hat-trick Dakar Rally [print this page] Hyundai is not known too much for motorsports, At least since the last few years that they were able to save enough money in banks.
However, when they are in business now, things are not easy. This is known as the Hyundai Genesis PM850 for Rhys Millen Racing. It develops HP of up to 850.
This might be the very strong that Hyundai has ever been, because it it uses just 675 hp and will try to win in 2010 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Unlimited Class. The power generates from V6 Lambda engine with 4.1 liter.
Other feature of the RMR Hyundai Genesis PM580 include sequential gearbox, high performance brakes, carbon fiber body and many racing stuff such as AWD system. Time will tell how it will perform at the race track.
Volkswagen wants diesel hat-trick at Dakar Rally
At the recent Dakar Rally VW, their diesel-powered Touaregs achieved a remarkable one-two finish for Volkswagen. This achievement was apparently so sweet they have big plans for the upcoming 2011 race.
Commenting on the continuous commitment to Dakar Rally, Kris Nissen who is the Volkswagen Motorsport Director said that they now have the opportunity to gain the diesel hat-trick and again make motorsport history, again invest all the passion, soul and heart into this project at the upcoming Dakar.
Dr Ulrich Hackenberg who is the Member of the Board of Management of the Volkswagen Brand for the Development Division said that the Dakar Rally is a source of making the greatest demands on vehicles and team. It is the perfect terrain for presenting Volkswagens technical expertise and ideal teamwork to a big audience. South America is one of the important markets for the growth of Volkswagen besides being a perfect venue for expanding the popularity and awareness that is enjoyed by Volkswagen.
