STR announces two SEATs for BTCC 2012

Special Tuning Racing is going to run two NGTC-engined SEAT Leóns in the 2012 British Touring Car Championship.
“Going into our second season, I am confident that the experience we have gained will enable us to deliver a front-running race car able to compete with the newer NGTC cars,” said Team Principal John Boardman.

“Last season was our first working with the 2.0TFSI NGTC engine, and we have certainly learnt a lot working closely with our engine builder. It is never easy to hit the ground running when testing time is limited, so the development of the engine over the season has been a learning curve for both parties.”

The identities of the two drivers are so far unknown but the team is expecting to announce them early next year.
“As is the norm the driver negotiations do take time, but we would like to firm up the line up early in the New Year,” said STR Technical Director Gary Robertshaw.

Special Tuning is hoping to see benefits from their 2012 WTCC programme which is connected to SEAT Sport.
“Interest in our BTCC programme has been strong due to the potential the car has to offer. The S2000 chassis will benefit from developments made available through SEAT Sport, which will enhance the already very good chassis. Our WTCC programme enables us to offer subsidised drives in the BTCC for next season,” said Robertshaw.