Fast Lane to Texas: TC America Heats Up with Hyundai N Trophy Cup Debut

Fast Lane to Texas: TC America Heats Up with Hyundai N Trophy Cup Debut

The upcoming third and fourth rounds of the TC America powered by Skip Barber Racing season are going to bring even more excitement to the forefront of the championship. With more contenders joining the grid, and the introduction of the all-new Hyundai N Trophy Cup, Circuit of The Americas is the place to be as the series takes Texas by storm.

Serving as the home event for SRO America, this year’s rendition from April 25th to 27th will be bigger than ever, boasting more than 120 cars across six series of competition with non-stop action at every corner.

Acura

Acura earned a podium finish in the first race of the year, scoring a second-place finish with Michael Garcia. The manufacturer took home some trophies in last year’s event at COTA, but they will have their sights set on the top step as they return to the Texas-based track.

  • No. 07 Skip Barber Racing Acura Integra Type S – Michael Garcia

BMW

BMW is bringing forward a new BMW M2 CS (Cup) with reputable team Fast Track Racing. COTA has proved to be a strong venue for the manufacturer in recent years, and Nick Roberts is seeking to add to that streak of success.

  • No. 29 Fast Track Racing BMW M2 CS (Cup) – Nick Roberts

Hyundai 

The opening rounds at Sonoma came with a lot of success for Ricca Autosport, with Team Owner and driver Jeff Ricca taking back-to-back wins to kick off the season. Additionally, the team pulled off a podium sweep in Race 2. Heading into Austin, they are coming equipped with an additional entry on the grid, and will have some new and returning faces behind the wheel. 

  • No. 74 Ricca Autosport Hyundai Elantra N1 TC EVO – Gyumin Kim 
  • No. 75 Ricca Autosport Hyundai Elantra N1 TC EVO – Connor Attrell 
  • No. 76 Ricca Autosport Hyundai Elantra N1 TC EVO – PJ Groenke  
  • No. 77 Ricca Autosport Hyundai Elantra N1 TC EVO – Eric Kunz 
  • No. 78 Ricca Autosport Hyundai Elantra N1 TC EVO – Jeff Ricca

Mazda

Mazda is back in action with the Mazda 3 TC. With a rich legacy in touring car racing, the Japanese automaker is in the mix with FTG Racing, who are set to take on the sweeping and high-speed circuit with sights firmly set on challenging the front of the pack.

  • No. 71 FTG Racing Mazda 3 TC – Joey Jordan

Toyota

The all-new Toyota GR Corolla TC made its debut at Sonoma Raceway last month, and although they faced some setbacks in the opening rounds, they proved that they are in the fight and will be able to contend for top results as they return with the same lineup.

  • No. 3 JMF Motorsports Toyota GR Corolla TC – Antonio Costantino 
  • No. 4 JMF Motorsports Toyota GR Corolla TC – Jonathan Neudorf  
  • No. 61 Skip Barber Racing Toyota GR Corolla TC – James Klimas

All Eyes on COTA

Circuit of The Americas is sure to be a can’t-miss event, featuring an open paddock atmosphere, autograph sessions across all series, fan zones and local vendors, and unparalleled access to the most impressive GT machinery in the world. For those who can’t make it trackside, watch all the action live on RACER TV, the GTWorld YouTube channel, and SRO Motorsports Twitch 
 
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