Stellantis CEO, Carlos Tavarestested the new Lancia Ypsilon Rally4 HF at the Stellantis Proving Ground in Toymarking the return of the Turin-based company to competition in 2025. A few weeks ago, the Portuguese manager had instead taken the helm of theAlfa Romeo Junior Fastin Portugal, at the Caramulo Motorfestival 2024.
Carlos Tavares tester for the Lancia Ypsilon Rally4 HF in Balocco
The new Lancia Ypsilon Rally4 HF, after the tests with Miki Biasion for the development of the set-up and mechanics, it was also tested in the Balocco complex by Carlos TavaresCEO of Stellantis, to optimize its performance.
This model marks the return of Lancia to rally competitions. The car is equipped with an engine 1.2 turbo three-cylinder 212 HPfront-wheel drive and five-speed mechanical transmission with self-locking differential.
Lancia is also developing the Ypsilon HFa 100% electric sports model from 280 HP. With a lowered ride height and widened track, the electric car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds.
Carlos Tavares manager and driver
Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis, is known worldwide for his career in the automotive industry, but he also has a great passion for racing. Since he was young, he has participated in over 500 racesgetting 118 podiumsincluding a second place at the Adac Total 24 Hours Nürburgring. He started as a rally driver in 1983 and has his own team, Clementeam Racing.
In 2014 he won the A2 class of the 24 Hours of Barcelona. He also collects vintage cars, including a Peugeot 504 V6 Coupé from 1979 and one Alpine A110 from 1976and was a member of the jury of the Chantilly Arts & Elegance elegance competition.
“Seeing Carlos Tavares driving the Ypsilon Rally 4 HF was extraordinary – the words of Luke Napolitano CEO of Lancia – The 212 hp turbo engine and the car’s engineering precision are the result of our team’s passion.
The Ypsilon Rally 4 HF combines ambition and humility, representing our commitment to the Rally 4 class, the heart of competition. This is just the beginning of an exciting journey. Follow us on October 24-25 for more news!”
Photo Lancia Ypsilon Rally 4 HF
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