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Mazda RX-8 SP Set for Targa Return in 2010
Mazda Australia is eyeing off a podium finish at next Targa Tasmania, with the Mazda RX-8 SP set to make its endurance rally return following what will be a further 12 months of development.
On its debut at the last Targa Tasmania, the turbocharged Mazda Motorsport RX-8 SP finished an impressive 10th outright at the hands of expert racing driver and 2008 Targa Champion Steve Glenney.
Mazda has retained Glenney's expertise and the South Australian driver will return to next event from April 27-May 2 with his two greatest weapons in-tow; long-time co-driver Bernie Webb and the experience gained from his 2009 Targa Tasmania campaign.
"We had a few problems to sort through during this year's rally which probably held us back from a top three finish," says Glenney. "But I am confident that thanks to time and lessons learned, the Mazda team has made the car stronger and faster for 2010. Six months on and what we have now is a handling package to outperform the Porsches and Lamborghinis that dominate the pointy end of the Targa field."
The 2010 Targa Tasmania, the world's toughest tarmac rally, will be held from April 27-May 2. The 2000km event is made up of around 40 special closed road stages and regularly attracts more than 250 entries.
21.1.2010
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