Brazil’s Stock Car Pro Series is officially in a new era; one that reflects the modern automotive landscape while keeping the spirit of close touring car racing alive. For the first time, the championship has moved away from traditional sedans and embraced SUV silhouettes; a bold but calculated shift aimed at staying relevant to today’s car market. While these machines may resemble road-going crossovers at a glance, underneath they remain full-blown silhouette race cars built purely for competition. At the center of this transition are three manufacturers; Mitsubishi, Chevrolet, and Toyota; each bringing their own take on what an SUV race car should be.
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
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Mitsubishi’s return to the Stock Car Pro Series comes through the Eclipse Cross; marking the brand’s first appearance in the championship in over a decade. While the Eclipse Cross is known globally as a compact crossover, its Stock Car counterpart shares nothing with the street version beyond its name and visual identity. Built on the category’s standardized tubular chassis and powered by the series-spec four-cylinder engine, the Eclipse Cross has quickly proven itself competitive. Its presence also signals Mitsubishi’s renewed commitment to motorsport in Brazil; reconnecting the brand with fans who remember its past success in touring car racing.
The Chevrolet Tracker
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Chevrolet enters this new SUV-focused chapter with the Tracker; continuing one of the longest and most successful manufacturer relationships in Stock Car history. After years of competition with the Cruze, the Tracker takes over as Chevrolet’s flagship entry under the new regulations. Like its rivals, the Tracker is a purpose-built race car wearing SUV bodywork; engineered for tight racing and high speeds on Brazil’s most demanding circuits. With experienced teams and drivers behind the wheel, the Tracker has remained a constant front-runner; reinforcing Chevrolet’s status as a cornerstone of the series.
The Toyota GR Corolla Cross
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Toyota rounds out the field with the GR Corolla Cross; blending the brand’s motorsports credibility with the championship’s modernized direction. While the Corolla name carries decades of touring car heritage, the Corolla Cross adapts that legacy to today’s SUV-dominated market. On track, the GR Corolla Cross follows the same technical formula as its competitors; ensuring parity while allowing teams to extract performance through setup and strategy. Toyota’s entry adds further depth to the grid; creating a three-way manufacturer battle that has defined this new era of Stock Car racing.
The introduction of SUV silhouettes into Brazil’s Stock Car Pro Series represents more than just a visual change; it is a strategic evolution aimed at keeping the championship relevant, competitive, and engaging. With the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Chevrolet Tracker, and GR Corolla Cross battling wheel-to-wheel each weekend, the series continues to deliver the close racing fans expect; just in a more modern package. As this new chapter unfolds, one thing remains clear; Stock Car Pro Series has found a way to evolve without losing its identity.
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Stock Car Pro Series, Gazoo Racing, GM Authority, Mitsubishi Motors
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