Volvo been a involved in cars racing for a long time, models like Volvo 850 competing successfully in BTCC. Now, the Swedish automaker will return in a touring car championship, but not the the British one (BTCC), but the Belgian BTCS.
The chosen model will be the new Volvo S60, the latest model released. The circuit torpedo will share only a few things with the series model, having a 3.5-liter V6 engine, centrally located, which develops 416 HP and 296 lb-ft of torque. The power will be supplied to the rear axle via a sequential transmission with six gears
The chassis on which Volvo s60 BTCS is built on is a tubular one, and the adjustable suspension is specially designed for track, as well the braking system. The body, is about the only element which is related to the stock model, and its look is highlighted by the new aerodynamic kit called Silhouette S1.
The Swedes chose Belgium to compete with the Volvo S60 model, because the series version is also built at their plant in Ghent, and thus will have the support of the local public.
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