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Thread: Next regulations for WRC cars
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28th February 2017, 02:32 #11
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I don't know if anyone else here ever had an electric radio controlled car, but I have been waiting for the full scale version ever since that day. I don't think most people realize the potential of a fully electric race car. One day there will be a 4wd vehicle with 4 motors, one for each wheel with a degree of control never seen before on a rally car.
Ok, it's not for 2018, but it will come one day. In the meantime, there will most likely be an interim solution. Manufacturers will be asking for this. I would rather see a jump straight to EV, but a hybrid with an accent on the development of the electric drive would be an interesting compromise. Something like a standard 1 l turbo engine/generator with free development of the electric drive. Through the years, the available power of the combustion engine would be reduced similar to what is happening in the FIA World Endurance Championship.
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28th February 2017, 03:24 #12
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Some of the best cars with electric propulsion can be found at the Pikes Peak Hill Climb.
https://transportevolved.com/2016/06...ce-to-the-top/
https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=AvauqWkCqo8
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28th February 2017, 03:34 #13
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Mirek, I agree. I think hybrids are a way for current manufacturers to save face. I like EVs because I think they are better and they will be faster. I'm not into this to save the planet or any other ridiculous environmental claim. Yes it will help with air pollution, but will also create a whole new set of problems for us to deal with in the future.
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28th February 2017, 03:38 #14
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28th February 2017, 03:51 #15
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I know, I have seen footage from the the group B era time and time again and I still like watching it... listening to it! Turbochargers and all wheel drive were all the rage then, today is different and tomorrow will be different still. Once you stop thinking about it, you forget it and focus on other things. If not us, then the next generation.
I'm already looking forward to the next set of rules and how the teams will interpret them. And it doesn't prevent me from enjoying the current championship as it's lining up to be a great year!
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28th February 2017, 10:26 #16
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28th February 2017, 11:55 #17
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28th February 2017, 13:03 #18
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28th February 2017, 13:25 #19
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Yes, for electric cars it is for pedestrian safety but frankly I find it quite ridiculous (even though somewhat necessary). In the future You may download Your vehicle sound just like a ringtone. Imagine a Toyota Prius with Ferrari sound or maye ZIL truck instead
Stupid is as stupid does. Forrest Gump
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28th February 2017, 13:50 #20
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In a Renault Clio you can already pick from six different engine noises - including the Nissan GT-R.
http://jalopnik.com/the-renault-clio...-yo-1697053915RS Motorsport Media - Follow me on Instagram: rsmotorsportmedia
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Tänak got 20 points closer to Evans, but as the main reason was a bad rally for Evans, I would say that Evans lost 20 points to Tänak, not Tänak gained. The point is, if the other one does not...
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