Ken Block’s Audi S1 E-Tron Quattro Hoonitron makes its debut in the USA on the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion at Laguna Seca from August 17 by August 21. As an additional bonus, a 1985 Audi Sport Quattro S1 Group B rally automobile goes on show there, too.
The Hoonitron takes design inspiration from the traditional rally automobile however options cutting-edge know-how. It includes a carbon-fiber chassis and a pair of electrical motors that present all-wheel drive. The general public will get to see what the distinctive EV can do in just a few months when Block releases his Electrikhana video that includes the car doing automotive stunts.
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The Hoonitron a number of intriguing design particulars. The entrance has a large splitter, and there are old-school, turbo-style wheels with carbon fiber exterior parts. Large fender flares are on each ends. On the again, the sideplates of the wing stretch downward and connect with the bodywork.
The Audi Sport Quattro S1 Group B rally automobile on the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion is similar one Walter Röhrl set of document of 10 minutes and 48 seconds on the Pikes Peak Hillclimb in 1987. That is nonetheless the quickest time for the unpaved model of the course. At the moment, the highway is tarmac all the way in which up the mountain.
In September 2021, Block introduced his new partnership with Audi after 11 years working with Ford. In December, he unveiled the S1 E-Tron Quattro Hoonitron. The automaker stated the car got here collectively in simply 4 weeks. The outside design went from sketches to a rendering after which a full-scale mannequin.
Sadly, we do not but have any powertrain or battery specs for Block’s custom-built EV. Maybe, these particulars may arrive nearer to the discharge of Electrikhana.
As a part of his take care of Audi, Block additionally acquired a personalized RS E-Tron GT. It has some Star Wars Stormtrooper aesthetic vibes with a matte white physique and black trim. The wheels are additionally white and have totally different designs on the entrance and rear. Block makes use of the carbon field on the roof for hauling his snowboard and boots. He plans to make use of the car as his household automobile.
