World Touring Car Championship
The World Touring Car Championship races “real cars” on road courses throughout Europe and South America. Called Touring Cars, the vehicles in this series are road cars that have been modified for safety and performance. There are two races per meeting, each approximately 31 miles.
| Series: | World Touring Car Championship  |
| Category: | Touring Car |
| Course Type: | Road |
| Approximate Race Length: | 2x31 miles |
| Top Speed: | Varies by manufacturer |
| Fuel: | Unleaded racing gasoline and bio-ethanol |
| 0-60 mph: | Varies by manufacturer |
| 0-100 mph: | Varies by manufacturer |
| Horsepower: | Varies by manufacturer |
| Traction Control: | Not allowed |
| Engine: | S2000 compliant (PDF, 235KB); 2.0L |
| Gearbox: | 5 forward gears with sequential shifter |
| Tires: | Yokohama racing slicks |
| Wheelbase: | S2000 compliant (PDF, 235KB) |
| Chassis: | S2000 compliant (PDF, 235KB) |
| Brakes: | S2000 compliant (PDF, 235KB) |
| Suspension: | Pushrod with multilink |
| Min. Weights: | S2000 compliant (PDF, 235KB): 2,447 - 2570 lbs. including driver and full equipment |
| Max Height: | Varies by manufacturer |
| Max Width: | Varies by manufacturer |
| Geographic Scope: | International |
| Driver Change: | No |
| Annual Cost Per Car: | Know the answer? Let us know! |
| Vehicle Manufacturers: | Alfa Romeo, BMW, Chevrolet, Seat |
Upcoming Races
| Date | Event | Venue | Location | Get Tickets! |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2008 00 | Brazil | |||
| 04/04/2008 02 | Mexico City 250 | |||
| 05/18/2008 02 | Spain | |||
| 06/01/2008 02 | France | |||
| 06/15/2008 02 | Czech Republic |