Hyundai Racing

The Hyundai Racing brand is the motorsports division of the South Korean automobile manufacturer Hyundai. Established in 2000, Hyundai Racing is dedicated to developing high-performance vehicles and promoting the company’s brand through motorsports activities. Over the years, Hyundai Racing has become a well-known name in the world of motorsports and is considered one of the top competitors in various racing events.

Hyundai Racing’s first major motorsports foray was in the World Rally Championship (WRC), where the company entered a factory-supported team in 2014. The team has since become a strong competitor in the WRC and has consistently improved its performance over the years, with several podium finishes and even a win in 2018. The Hyundai Racing WRC team uses a modified version of the i20 model, which has been specifically designed and developed for rally racing.

In addition to its participation in the WRC, Hyundai Racing has also entered other motorsports events, such as the TCR International Series, the Nürburgring 24 Hours endurance race, and the World Rallycross Championship. In these events, Hyundai Racing has been able to showcase its technological prowess and commitment to innovation, which has helped the brand establish a strong reputation in the motorsports world.

Apart from participating in motorsports events, Hyundai Racing also collaborates with motorsports teams and manufacturers to develop high-performance vehicles for road use. For example, the company has worked with the German tuning company Brabus to create a tuned version of the i30 N hot hatch. This collaboration showcases Hyundai Racing’s commitment to producing high-performance vehicles that are accessible to the general public.

The Hyundai Racing brand is an integral part of the Hyundai family and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of automotive technology and performance. Through its participation in various motorsports events and its collaboration with other motorsports teams and manufacturers, Hyundai Racing has become a household name in the motorsports world and continues to be a strong competitor in various racing events.