TC2000 Championship
The TC2000 is a touring car racing series held in Argentina since 1979.
Rules
Prior to 2012, engines of up to were allowed, with only limited modifications from standard engines. This was both to reduce running costs, and give a level playing field to every team. Variable valve timing, variable intake geometry, anti-lock braking systems and traction control are all forbidden.From the 2012 season, Radical Performance Engines will provide RPE TCX V8 engines, capable of producing, in place of the previous engines. The series was renamed to Súper TC2000. Meanwhile, cars with the old regulation continue competing as a second-tier championship with the name TC2000, currently with an independent calendar.
The V8 engines were finally replaced from the year 2019 by new provider, the French manufacturer Oreca, these being turbocharged 4-cylinder in-line.
In 2022, the series changed its name again. The Super TC2000 got its name back from the TC2000 and the TC2000 was renamed the TC2000 Series.
Technical regulations
The technical regulations of the 2024 season:- Chassis construction: Tubular
- Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder in-line
- Aspiration: turbocharged
- Fuel capacity: 100 liters
- Fuel: YPF Infinia
- Tires: Pirelli Zero Slick and Cinturato Rain
- Minimum weight: 1,120 kg
- Power output: Approximately 380 hp at a maximum of 6,500 RPM
- Gearbox: Six-speed
- Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
TC2000 teams
2024 season
Factory teams:- YPF Honda RV Racing – Honda Civic
- Toyota Gazoo Racing YPF Infinia – Toyota Corolla
- Axion Energy Sport – Renault Fluence
- YPF Elaion Auro Pro Racing – Chevrolet Cruze
- JM Motorsport – Chevrolet Cruze and Ford Focus
- Octanos Competición – Fiat Cronos
- Halcón Motorsport – Toyota Corolla
- Corsi Sport – Toyota Corolla
- Chaco Racing Team – Citroën C4 Lounge
Scoring systems