NEWSn°1105/2009

Citroën Racing Trophy (p1-2)

Behind the scenes (p2-3)

Tech talk (p3)

Boutique (p4)

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CITROËN RACING TROPHY

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France (Terre de l’Auxerrois): Bryan Bouffi er and Xavier Panseri won Group R in their C2-R2 MAX on the fast, demanding special stages of the French gravel fi xture. The reward for their strong performance was seventh place overall… plus the prize that went with topping the Trophy classifi cation.

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Belgium (Rallye de Wallonie): The Rallye de Wallonie marked the inauguralround of the Citroën Racing Trophy Belux. Thierry Neuville and Achim Maraite weren’t threatened on their way to victory in their Citroën C2-R2 MAX.

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France (Rallye Lyon-Charbonnières): Benjamin Perrin and his brother Quentin made a successful start to their year, fi nishing the Rallye Lyon-Charbonnières as the best-placed C2-R2 MAX.

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CITROËN RACING TROPHY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

France (Rallye de Lozère): Maxime Hourcade and Sébastien Pujol fought back from a puncture to win Group R on the Rallye de Lozère.

UK (Pirelli Rally): Marty McCormack and co-driver Phil Clarke, steered clear of the traps of the daunting Kielder Forest to top the Citroën Racing Trophy UK standings.

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France (Rallye Alsace-Voges): Paired together in their Citroën C2-R2 MAX, Jean-Renaud and Michaël Marchal fi nished second in Group R and seventh overall on the tricky stages of the 25th Rallye Alsace-Vosges.

France (Rallye de Dieppe): Marc Amourette and Gwenola Marie continued their strong month of May with Group R victory and a fantastic fourth place on the Rallye de Dieppe.

BEHIND THE SCENES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A Citroën Racing Trophy has been launched in the Czech Republic, along the same lines as the championship initially begun in France and subsequently rolled out in other countries (Portugal, Belgium, UK, etc.) Citroën Czech Republic communications manager Martina Bedrnova explains the decision to launch this new championship: «Until

now, there were no manufacturer-organised championships in the Czech Republic. We are therefore innovating with the launch of the Citroën Racing Trophy CZ. The Trophy

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has been warmly welcomed by press and competitors alike: rallying is very popular in our country and this new series, which features identical cars, with rigorous checks and finishing prizes at each round, has caused quite a stir. It will bring together the teams that already compete with a C2-R2 MAX, as well those with an R2 who want to upgrade their car. We have based our championship on the structure of the existing Trophies. In terms of organisation, we will work with Martin Prokop’s organisation, Jipocar Racing, to handle the sporting side, while we will look after the communications activities. Our championship will comprise five rounds and the first of these will feature between five and seven competitors, which is a positive start. They will compete in the A6/A7 class which excludes Super 1600 machines. The best drivers in the Trophy CZ should be capable of finishing in the top-ten.» The new Trophy kicked off on May 22nd/23rd with the Rallye Cesky Krumlov.

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Dates EventMay 22nd/23rd Rallye Cesky Krumlov June 12th/13th Agrotec RallyAugust 21st/23rd Barum RallySeptember 18th/19th Rally PribramOctober 16th/17th Bohemia Rally

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TECH TALK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Petra Prokopová, MBAJipocar Racing Teampetra.prokopova@jipocar.czTel. : +420 602 554 850 Fax. : +420 567 575 106

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Since starting his career as a driver with a Simca Rallye 2, Alexis Avril followed an eclectic career path before arriving at Citroen, where he has held the position of Customer Competition Technical Manager since 2005.

«My Dad did some racing and he stayed in this in-dustry,» explains 38-year-old, Ardennes-based Alexis Avril when asked who got him interested

in motor sport. «I’ve always been interested in mechanical things and cars in particular. I started in bikes, though, and my father nearly disowned me. He only agreed to help me when I began hillclimbing with a Simca Rallye 2.» Overwhelmed by work, Alexis subsequently hung up his boots. «I had an unusual background because I started off doing a technology diploma in mechanical engineering. After working in industry, I did more engineering training, focused primarily on motor sport. And that’s all I’ve done since, initially with WR where we competed at Le Mans three times between 1994 and 1997. After working as a tyre changer, I moved on to designing parts back at base, then became a race engineer. I then joined SNBE in 1997.» During his time with SNBE,

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The busy life of Alexis Avril Alex was in charge of the design offi ce and also worked with Citroën in rallycross, which led him to join the team. «2001 was my first year with Citroën. We won the Junior title with Sébastien Loeb in the Saxo… they were great times. In 2002, I split my time between the Super 1600 car and the debut of the WRC car with Thomas Radström and Jésus Puras. I then worked with Colin McRae in 2003 and Carlos Sainz in 2004. They were two unforgettable years. I came back to the Customer Competition Department in 2005, where I’m responsible for technical matters. It involves specifying, designing and signing off the products we sell. In 2005, we won the Junior World Championship with Dani Sordo, and the European Championship with Simon Jean-Joseph in 2007. In parallel, since 2005, we’ve been working with the FIA on the introduction of Group R, which came into force in January 2008 and in which we competed initially with the C2-R2, and now with the C2-R2 MAX. We’re currently working on some interesting products for the future. We’re not short of ideas or projects…» he concludes with enthusiasm, still in love with his job.

Info Tech

Have you got a doubt or need a crucial bit of information… You can fi nd everything you need to about competition-spec Citroën C2s at www.piecescitroensport.citroen.com.This site is regularly updated with technical manuals, catalogues and the info-tech bulletins published by the Citroën Racing technical team for its customers.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .An address to remember In order to maintain the effective suspension characteristics of the Citroën C2 Super 1600 and the C2-R2 MAX, it is recommended that dampers are serviced every 800km. To do this, they must be removed from the car and sent alone (without struts, suspension housings or springs) to Citroën Racing’s Versailles headquarters. Citroën Racing will complete the necessary work before returning them to the owner.

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CONTACTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sandrine Dubois ( F)+33(0)1 30 84 04 64sandrine.dubois@mpsa.com

Samuel Delaisse (F)+33(0)1 30 84 04 61samuel.delaisse@mpsa.com

Customer Competition Department - 19 allée des Marronniers - 78035 Versailles Cedex - France • Tel: +33 (0)1 30 84 04 04 • Fax: +33 (0)1 30 84 04 60www.citroen.com • Publishing Director: Olivier Quesnel • Editorial Director: Jean-François Liénéré • Citroën Corporate Communications Department: Marie-Pierre Rossi, Marek NawareckiWords: Loïc Rocci • Pictures: DPPI, Citroën, www.photoscratch.fr • Design/production: KYRRIEL (www.kyrriel.fr)

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BOUTIQUE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Total Quartz Racing oil in the Boutique

Total Quartz Racing oil is recommended for all Citroën C2 competition engines. In order to meet the high demand for this effective racing oil, Total Quartz Racing can now be purchased from the Citroën Racing Boutique in fi ve litre containers (Infocom n°58).

Citroën C2-R2 MAX Citroën Racing has extended its range of competition vehicles with the addition of a specially-priced C2-R2 MAX. «In order to offer a car at the most competitive price possible,» explains the Citroën Racing Boutique’s Sales Manager Benoît Picard. «We’re building and selling a car that does not include certain options such as the lightweight doors or the quick-change tailgate panel. Customers will consequently be able to upgrade their C2-R2 MAX as they see fit, particularly in terms of interior equipment. The car will still benefit from Citroën Racing’s high quality build and will retain the essential character of the C2-R2 MAX, but all for a pre-tax price of €58,500.»

A fresh look for the C2-R2 MAX catalogue

The online C2-R2 MAX catalogue is an essential document for all those who compete in this car. Regularly updated, the catalogue contains Citroën part references as well as the assembly manual. It is available in English and French, and can be found at: www.piecescitroensport.citroen.com.

Citroën C2-R2 MAX wheels

C2-R2 MAX wheels have a new look. In order to fi t in with the new Citroën brand identity, they are now branded with the new Citroën Racing logo. The old version will be available until stocks run out.

CITROËN RACING caps

The Citroën Racing Boutique thinks of everything! For fans of the brand and all those who looking to show their support for Sébastien Loeb or Dani Sordo in the World Rally Championship, Citroën has produced some smart new caps. In addition to the brand’s colours, they sport the embroidered autograph of one of the team’s two drivers. With summer fast approaching, they are a must-have item for anyone wishing to watch the action on the stages (Infocom n°59).

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