One of the divisions of Toyota held an unusual action. His leadership decided to launch a racing car from the stratosphere
Toyota launched a racing car from the stratosphere to show the capabilities of the vehicle that it produces. In particular racing cars. Toyota Motorsport division opted for the Toyota TS050 Hybrid.
A racing model with a hybrid installation was presented back in 2016. She continues to race to this day. For example, the Toyota TS050 Hybrid annually participates in the FIA WEC World Endurance Championship, the automaker’s website says.
It is also reported that during the participation of the racing car was able to win 13 times. He brought the Toyota Gazoo Racing team the title in the individual standings and the Cup of designers. Twice won the “24 Hours of Le Mans” and made Toyota the second-ever Japanese brand to win the daily marathon in France.
In 2019, the Toyota TS050 Hybrid was the first sports car to visit the stratosphere. To send the race car there, a specially trained company team had to use a probe.
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