The LADA Sport LUKOIL team completed a one-day test at Magny-Cours. James Thompson hit the French track at the wheel of a Granta test car fitted with new features complying with 2014 WTCC technical requirements.
Team principal Victor Shapovalov explained: “We are already working on the evolution of the LADA Granta in view of the 2014 season. This car will have a more racing look, more power, more stability and drivability."
"After the first half of the season, we have a clear understanding how to improve the car. During the races we tested the car on various types of circuits, now we know all the strengths and weak points of the Granta and are able to worked out the programme of its technical development.”