'Push-to-pass' and hybrid systems are just two of the technical innovations that could be introduced in 2014, when a new wave of regulations hits the World Touring Car Championship (WTCC).
"After 11 years under the same set of rules a face-lift was needed," admits WTCC promoter Marcello Lotti on the series official website.
The "face-lift" Lotti is referring to is aimed at luring new manufacturers to the championship.
Citroën is already queuing to jump aboard in 2014, with the help of nine-time WRC champion Sébastien Loeb. Renault is reportedly also in line.
The said face-lift would not only include the 'push-to-pass' technology (a system such as the ones seen in Champ Car and IndyCar racing), and a common hybrid system.
Lotti also promises "an increase of power and sound, a reduction a weight, bigger wheels and more aggressive look", as well as more freedom in homologating suspensions, to avoid technical waivers.
"After 11 years under the same set of rules a face-lift was needed," admits WTCC promoter Marcello Lotti on the series official website.
The "face-lift" Lotti is referring to is aimed at luring new manufacturers to the championship.
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Citroën is already queuing to jump aboard in 2014, with the help of nine-time WRC champion Sébastien Loeb. Renault is reportedly also in line.
The said face-lift would not only include the 'push-to-pass' technology (a system such as the ones seen in Champ Car and IndyCar racing), and a common hybrid system.
Lotti also promises "an increase of power and sound, a reduction a weight, bigger wheels and more aggressive look", as well as more freedom in homologating suspensions, to avoid technical waivers.