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Mitsubishi Motors UK has confirmed it is developing a race-going version of its new Lancer Evolution X, which it plans to enter in the Britcar Championship.
The project is being run in association with Southampton-based vehicle importation and compliance specialists SVA UK.
The car will be driven by the company’s managing director and former BTCC regular James Kaye.
It will run as a Mitsubishi works entry and appear in the official red and chrome Ralliart livery.
“We are pleased to be introducing a race-car programme for the Evo X”, said Mitsubishi’s general manager for Ralliart Paul Brigden.
“Mitsubishi UK has not been involved with circuit racing for many years, so this new initiative is a great opportunity for us.
“Subject to the level of interest from competitors, we are also hoping to announce a one-make race-series for the Evolution X soon.”