The TC2000 (''Turismo Competición 2000'', formerly ''Súper TC2000'') is a

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series held in

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since

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Rules

Prior to 2012, engines of up to were allowed, with only limited modifications from standard engines. This was both to reduce running costs, and give a level playing field to every team.

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, variable intake geometry,

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s and

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are all forbidden. From the 2012 season,

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will provide RPE TCX

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s (a front-wheel-drive variant of the RPX, originally found in the

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), capable of producing , in place of the previous engines. The series was renamed to ''Súper TC2000''. Meanwhile, cars with the old regulation continue competing as a second-tier championship with the name ''TC2000'', currently with an independent calendar. The V8 engines were finally replaced from the year 2019 by new provider, the

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manufacturer

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, these being

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4-cylinder in-line. In 2022, the series changed its name again. The Super TC2000 got its name back from the TC2000 and the TC2000 was renamed the TC2000 Series.

TC2000 teams

2022 season

Works teams: * Chevrolet YPF -

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* Puma Energy Honda Racing -

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Private teams: * Axion Energy Sport * Toyota Gazoo Racing Junior * FDC Motorsport * FR Motorsport * JM Motorsport

Scoring system

Champions

Broadcasting rights

Radio

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, Premiere Esportes 1, Multiesporte, Premiere Esportes 4,

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References

External links

* * {{Class of Auto racing Touring car racing series Recurring sporting events established in 1979