The FIA is delighted to welcome Toyota who will be entering some of the races of the new FIA World Endurance Championship starting in 2012. The arrival of such a participant to this global event will lend extra credence to the importance attached by the FIA as the governing body, and the ACO as the promoter, to encourage motor manufacturers to compete in the harshest of racing environments to thrill the fans as well as test new powertrains solutions for the ultimate benefit of motorists worldwide.
Jean Todt, President of the FIA, said:
"The arrival of Toyota and its hybrid engine to the pinnacle of endurance racing on circuits across the world is one that I applaud warmly. The proven technological excellence allied to a strong and tested competitive streak make Toyota a formidable opponent as well as a true innovator in motorsport and in everyday motoring. "
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