AUDI INTRODUCE EVOII VERSION OF R8 GT3

By Bruce Williams

Date posted: July 25, 2021

An updated version of the popular Audi R8 LMS GT3 is set to hit race tracks from later this year.

One of the most most successful GT3 race cars globally, including its Australian GT Championship titles in 2017, 2018 and 2019, Audi has revealed that it will receive an update ready for next season.

“The new evolution meets the needs of our customers even more,” says Chris Reinke, Head of Audi Sport Customer Racing.

“The majority of the innovations reflect the wishes that the teams have expressed to us.”

Evo II model of the Audi R8 LMS GT3 will feature revised aerodynamics, engine characteristics, air conditioning, suspension and traction control.

Audi Sport Customer Racing will contest the car’s first races towards the end of 2021 to conclude testing of the model before its made availble to customers.

Aerodynamically, the Audi R8 LMS presents itself more insensitive because a larger part of its downforce than before is now generated by the new rear wing instead of by the floor.

The engine features a new intake system with improved torque characteristics.

The suspension is optimized by four-way adjustable dampers for the first time.

The traction control system allows further adjustments with new functionalities.

Finally, the interior climate control improves comfort. Better concentration and more consistent lap times, especially over longer distances and at higher outside temperatures, are the result.

The improvements will also be made available to current Audi R8 LMS owners as an upgrade kit.

The updated Audi R8 LMS will be on display at next weekends Spa 24 Hours.

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