Racecars with hydrogen-fueled internal combustion engines will be allowed to compete in the H2 category alongside FCEVs, and Toyota couldn't be missing from the show car auto cars
is the dominant force in Le Mans, taking 5 consecutive wins between 2018 and 2022. Before the start of this year’s 24-hour race, the automaker presented a new hydrogen-powered concept developed “with future competition in its sights”.
The Toyota GR H2 Racing Concept features a capsule-style single-seater cockpit and sophisticated aero components, including an F1-style roof duct, a vertical fin, and a large rear wing. The aggressive face is reminiscent of the, and is combined with additional LEDs, large air channels, and holes on the front fenders exposing a portion of the slick tires.
The future racer measures 5,100 mm long 2,050 mm wide. This makes it 200 mm longer and 50 mm wider than the current GR010 Hybrid, boasting similar proportions but an entirely redesigned bodywork.
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