To reduce the weight compared to the production model, Škoda Motorsport engineers employed innovative and sustainable materials, removing all components not needed for the car’s intended use. Additionally, they incorporated side and rear windows made of lightweight polycarbonate. These measures together resulted in total weight savings of 316 kg. The sustainable biocomposite parts, developed in collaboration with Škoda’s motorsport partner Bcomp, are used in the bodywork, including the bumpers, fenders, roof, roof vent, and rear wing. These lightweight materials are also applied in the interior, such as the dashboard, door panels, and footrests for the driver and passenger. Additionally, the standard model’s panoramic glass roof was replaced with a biocomposite panel.
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00:00Already after first sketches it was possible to see that our Enyaq RS race will be very sporty.
00:06And this was a task for our engineering to be as close as possible to our current Fabia RS Rally 2 concerning handling and interior.
00:14And I think we've done it quite well.
00:17The car has reinforced body shell and integrated safety frame just like in our competition car, according to the current FIA regulations.
00:31We have focused carefully on the handling.
00:33The basic powertrain layout, including the battery and the power, is identical to the production car.
00:38We have added a hydraulic handbrake, front and rear self-locking differential and few other competition bits.
00:45The goal was also to significantly reduce the weight.
00:48We save a lot on inside components and on unsprung brake and wheel mass.
00:54We also achieve big weight savings by using sustainable flux-based composite materials.
00:59Their production process is similar to that of carbon composite, but they are entirely natural-based.
01:05That is the key to the Enyaq RS race project as we are moving towards sustainable motorsport by developing and testing these materials.
01:12We use them on the roof, fenders and seals.
01:17The Enyaq RS race is a great example how ŠKODA Motorsport is bringing emotions to our RS road models.
01:24I think it will be really fun to drive.
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