The Great East Japan Earthquake delayed the Round 2 of Super GT, the “FUJI GT 400km RACE,” but beginning April 30th the race is back on. Many eyes will be focused on the four Nissan GT-Rs contesting the GT500 class.
These track-ready GT-Rs have received a number of improvements to the engine, aerodynamics and reliability of the car’s powertrain, sure to bring an increase in competitiveness. All teams running GT-Rs are also expected to put on a dominant performance with the help of their experienced drivers.
Although the enhanced GT-Rs will put on a brilliant performance at the opening round at the Fuji Speedway, the completion has also made improvements. The Honda HSV-010GT has shifted its radiator to the side of the car in an effort to improve weight distribution while among the Lexus outfits there has been a raft of changes in the driver lineups. Additionally, the BANDOH Racing Project squad has moved up from the GT300 class to take on GT500 this season.
This race will be the practical opening round of the season. Fuji Speedway features a main straight about 9/10ths of a mile, meaning differences in top speeds are likely to be greater than usual, making for bigger gaps in overall lap times.
Part of the revenue from this year’s SUPER GT season will be given as donations to support relief efforts in Japan.
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