Subaru Unveils Fastest WRX Race Car at Goodwood

Subaru Motorsports USA has unveiled its fastest WRX race car to date, the Project Midnight, which will debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The vehicle, piloted by Scott Speed, features a turbocharged 2.0-liter flat-four engine delivering 670 horsepower and 680 lb-ft of torque, and revs up to 9,500 rpm. Weighing just under 2,500 pounds due to its carbon fiber body and lightened chassis, it is about 300 pounds lighter than its predecessor, the Airslayer, and 1,000 pounds lighter than a production WRX. Designed specifically for tarmac, Project Midnight includes advanced suspension geometry, 18-inch OZ Racing wheels, and Yokohama slick tires. This model aims to enhance Subaru's performance image and support future development against high-speed, paved-road challenges. While not for sale, it serves as a dynamic showcase for Subaru's engineering prowess.