 Toyota Camry of Andrés Jakos in 2023 | |
| Category | ACTC stock car |
|---|---|
| Constructor | Toyota |
| Designer(s) | Talleres Jakos |
| Technical specifications | |
| Engine | AMC XJ 3.21 L (195.9 cu in) OHV I6 naturally-aspirated FR |
| Transmission | 6-speed sequential manual |
| Weight | 1,315 kg (2,899 lb) |
| Competition history | |
| Competition | Turismo Carretera |
| Notable entrants | Toyota Gazoo Racing Argentina Maquin Parts Racing |
| Notable drivers |  Matías Rossi Andrés Jakos Esteban Gini |
| Debut | 2022 Turismo Carretera Viedma round |
| First win | 2023 Desafío de las Estrellas |
The Toyota Camry is a stock car version of the Toyota Camry XV70, designed to race in Asociación Corredores de Turismo Carretera-sanctioned series including Turismo Carretera.[1]
History
Following various meetings between Toyota Argentina and the Asociación Corredores de Turismo Carretera starting as far back as 2018, the Toyota Camry was confirmed as an entrant into Turismo Carretera on 13 October 2021.[2] The XV70 model type was chosen to represent the brand, with alterations made to the front and rear doors as well as the B-pillar to fit series regulations. In addition, the vehicle was fitted with the AMC XJ engine used in the Dodge Cherokee and Torino Cherokee.[3]
The car made its debut with the factory team in the 2022 season.[4] Matías Rossi scored the models' first victory in a factory team 1–2 at the 2023 Desafío de las Estrellas.[5] A third car was built by Maquin Parts Racing for Esteban Gini in mid-2023.[6]
The technical regulations of Turismo Carretera were updated for 2024, allowing the introduction of modern models. As a result, the Camry was restyled to feature its' OEM nose design.[7]
References
- ↑ "Estos son los cambios en el reglamento de TC para 2023" (in Spanish). SoloTC. 18 January 2023.
- ↑ "¡Histórico! Toyota con el Camry ingresará al TC en 2022" (in Spanish). Cadena 3. 13 October 2021.
- ↑ "Jakos: "En un par de semanas empezaríamos a construir el Toyota"" (in Spanish). SoloTC. 21 October 2021.
- ↑ "TC en Viedma: así fue el debut de los Toyota Camry" (in Spanish). SoloTC. 15 February 2022.
- ↑ "Esta es la grilla de partida del Desafío de las Estrellas de Turismo Carretera" (in Spanish). Automundo. 22 July 2023.
- ↑ "Confirmado: Gini será el piloto del Camry del Maquin Parts" (in Spanish). SoloTC. 30 June 2023.
- ↑ "Así es el Toyota Camry de TC 2024" (in Spanish). SoloTC. 30 November 2024.