Hyundai Motor Firm at the moment unveiled the IONIQ 5 N eN1 Cup automobile on the official follow spherical for collaborating groups within the upcoming Hyundai N Pageant motorsports occasion. This distinctive electrical racing automobile relies on the award-winning IONIQ 5 N high-performance electrical car (EV) and indicators the beginning of a brand new period in sustainable racing.
“We’re extremely proud to unveil the IONIQ 5 N eN1 Cup automobile, demonstrating our dedication to sustainable racing,” mentioned Until Wartenberg, Vice President and Head of N Model & Motorsport. “This distinctive electrical racing automobile demonstrates our cutting-edge expertise and fervour for pushing the boundaries of what EVs can obtain on the racetrack.”
The IONIQ 5 N eN1 Cup automobile makes use of the identical energy electronics (PE) system because the manufacturing IONIQ 5 N, which boasts a stronger powertrain and better battery capability than the IONIQ 5 base mannequin. The IONIQ 5 N is the N model’s first high-performance EV with highly effective acceleration and high-power output of as much as 650 PS and excessive sturdiness for intensive circuit driving. It combines the cutting-edge expertise of Hyundai Motor’s Electrical International Modular Platform (E-GMP), strong battery thermal administration system and robust regenerative braking system.
Like the present Avante (Elantra) N1 class, the IONIQ 5 N eN1 Cup automobile is a top-class racing automobile for skilled drivers competing within the N1 class, with enhanced circuit efficiency utilizing slick tires. The brand new eN1 class, to be launched this yr, will function underneath open rules in order that groups can compete with numerous tire merchandise with out being restricted to a single producer.
The IONIQ 5 N eN1 Cup automobile additionally contains a redesigned physique equipment. It has low and wide-style over-fenders, wider wheel trajectories for improved dealing with, elevated downforce from entrance lips and rear wings, and improved aerodynamic efficiency. It is usually lighter as pointless parts had been eliminated to cut back the fundamental weight of the race automobile, and solid wheels, FRP hood and polycarbonate home windows had been utilized. Spectators will be capable to benefit from the thrilling sounds delivered by NGB overboost, digital shift (N e-Shift), and differentiated and amplified NAS+ (N Energetic Sound), with every race group with the ability to develop their very own distinctive sounds.
For enhanced security measures, the IONIQ 5 N eN1 Cup automobile is supplied with important security components, equivalent to roll cages, racing bucket seats and seat belts. Further security measures, together with hearth extinguishers completely for electrical fires, asphyxiation hearth extinguishers and modified cost port location, have been applied to make sure the very best degree of security in EV racing.
Hyundai N Pageant to foster progress and improvement of Korea’s motorsport tradition
For over 20 years, Hyundai Motor has sponsored and arranged numerous racing competitions, beginning with the Hyundai Click on Pace Pageant and Korea Pace Pageant, main as much as the Hyundai N Pageant, which has now turn out to be the biggest one-make race sequence for skilled athletes in Korea.
Much like the present Avante (Elantra) N1 class, the eN1 class is completely for skilled athletes and is a race-only car that can not be pushed on public roads. The ‘e’ in eN1 refers back to the electrification of the race class, highlighting Hyundai Motor’s dedication to sustainable racing.
The upcoming season will function a trial interval for EV racing, marking the primary introduction of EV racing within the Hyundai N Pageant. The eN1 Cup automobile might be examined and improved by the tough motorsport atmosphere within the Proto stage. This season may also present a possibility for race groups, drivers, and marshals to study and develop the EV racing competitors. Moreover, charging-related infrastructure, hearth response measures and emergency response might be additional developed throughout this trial season.
The Hyundai N Pageant will kick off with the opening spherical at Inje Speedium on April 27. The eN1 class could have its official follow in the course of the opening spherical, adopted by 10 races within the fifth spherical. The competitors format will differ, together with one-on-one knockout races and conventional dash races, permitting for a complete understanding, and testing of assorted EV racing strategies.
“By way of the eN1 class, our final purpose is to ascertain Hyundai Motor as a real chief within the EV motorsport platform, fostering the expansion and improvement of Korea’s vibrant motorsport tradition whereas making a powerful affect on a world scale,” mentioned Joon Park, Head of N Model Administration Group. “With the eN1 class, we’re poised to redefine the way forward for racing and pave the best way for a brand new period of electrifying motorsport achievements.”