RML to build new-spec Chevrolet Cruze

Multiple WTCC Champions RML officially confirmed they will design and build Chevrolet Cruze cars in compliance with the new 2014 FIA WTCC regulations.

RML’s expert team of engineers have been working hard on the new design of the Cruze since late summer, enabling work to commence in-house ready for the new season.

It has not yet been confirmed how many cars will be built, however customer teams will run the cars independently, with RML supplying an agreed level of support. Talks are ongoing with several interested parties for the purchase of the new car.

RML CEO, Ray Mallock commented: “I am delighted that this project can now be officially announced and that RML will be supplying a number of customer cars to the 2014 WTCC grid. Strategically this opportunity is of great significance to RML as we reaffirm our commitment to the WTCC in the long-term and the introduction of the exciting new regulations.”

Mallock added: “The car is a completely new clean sheet design - it has to be to take advantage of the new regulations. The car represents a very significant step forward in performance over the existing Cruze, with significant aero gain, weight reduction and 20% more power increase. Of course with Citroën entering the championship next year along with Honda and Lada, we are in no doubt of the challenges that lay ahead to ensure that RML’s customers remain at the forefront of the series. The new car looks stunning and its performance will be way ahead of the current generation of cars.”