911 GT3 R Hybrid finishes third in its second race
The Nurburgring Endurance Series is where the latest 911 GT3 is playing out its joker in the form of hybrid drive placed in the R Hybrid version.
Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid
After having placed sixth in the debut race the factory team running a 911 GT3 R Hybrid has just scored a podium finish in this weekend race at the Nurburgring Long Distance Championship.
Porsche to develop a hybrid competition version of 911 GT3-RSR
Porsche engineers may develop a competition version of the 911 GT3-RSR equipped with a hybrid powertrain. This will start in the 24 hours race at Nurburgring.
Germans from Porsche will compete in the 24 hours race at Nurburgring this year with a hybrid version of Porsche 911 GT3-RSR. The model will use a hybrid propulsion system that will work in the style of the KERS system from Formula 1. Hybrid version of Porsche 911 GT3-RSR will keep the engine fueled with gasoline and will be equipped with an electric motor powered by a set of batteries. Most likely, the model will focus on capturing kinetic energy lost in braking and this will provide more power at the exit of corners.
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