• Hyundai captured a class win on a weather-shortened course at the 103^rd Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
• Evasive Motorsports and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N won the Exhibition division with driver Robert Walker

Pikes Peak International Hill Climb: A Battle Against the Elements

The 103^rd running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, also known as the Race to the Clouds, proved to be as much a test of resilience as it was of speed. This year’s event was heavily impacted by extreme weather conditions, with high winds delaying the start by over two and a half hours. Sustained gusts reaching 80 to 100 miles per hour created unsafe conditions near the summit, ultimately forcing race officials to shorten the course. The finish line was moved down the mountain to Glen Cove, effectively cutting the iconic 12.42-mile (4,302-metre) climb nearly in half.

Despite the shortened course and challenging circumstances, the Evasive Motorsports team rose to the occasion. Behind the wheel of the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, the team delivered a blistering run of 4 minutes and 23.858 seconds. Securing an excellent victory in the Exhibition class.

Their performance was a testament not only to the vehicle’s capability. But also to the team’s adaptability and determination amid unpredictable conditions on America’s most legendary mountain.

Technical Specifications: Evasive Motorsports IONIQ 5 N Pikes Peak

• Suspension / Chassis: Moton Motorsports remote reservoir coilovers, prototype EVS Tuning front and rear anti-roll bars, Eimer Engineering six-point PPIHC-spec roll cage, Krontec air jacks
• Brakes: CSG Spec brake pads, Endless brake fluid
• Wheels / Tyres: 19×11-inch Titan 7 T-P10 forged racing wheels with EVS Tuning carbon fibre aero discs, 310/690 VR19 Yokohama ADVAN A005 racing slicks
• Exterior: Voltex Racing Pikes Peak front lip, carbon fibre splitter, side skirts, fender flares, carbon fiber underbody panels and rear wing, EVS Tuning carbon fibre doors and tailgate
• Interior / Safety: Sparco QRT-C carbon fibre seat

Evasive Motorsports

Established in 2002 and based in Southern California. Evasive Motorsports has been dedicated to the best-quality performance parts at very competitive prices. With years of experience in the aftermarket automotive industry. Our staff is knowledgeable about the products we sell. We also aim to provide the best customer service possible.

Evasive focuses on vehicle balance, not solely on horsepower. As reflected by the wide variety of brands and specific areas of functionality offered on the website. Evasive Motorsports also offers

• race preparation,
• wheel alignment,
• corner balancing,
• suspension installation and tuning, and
• general maintenance.

The company has track-tested an extensive range of parts. So don’t hesitate to call if you’re looking for recommendations. For more information visit evasivemotorsports.com

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• Three Hyundai IONIQ 5 N vehicles compete in the challenging Pikes Peak climb, demonstrating superior performance
• IONIQ 5 N TA (Time Attack) Spec wins the exhibition class with a record of 9 mins 30 secs, while IONIQ 5 N follows with an impressive 10 mins 49 secs result
• All competing IONIQ 5 Ns share production spec power electric (PE) systems with Pikes Peak specific performance software
• Pikes Peak achievements underscore the Hyundai N’s dedication to expanding the possibilities of high-performance EVs

Pikes Peak and IONIQ 5 N

IONIQ 5 N models successfully completed the Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) on June 23, setting a record for the Electric Modified and Production SUV/Crossover categories. With this success, the company once again exceeded expectations with its high-performance EV.

Hyundai Motor competed in this year’s PPIHC with two IONIQ 5 N TA (Time Attack) Specs and one production IONIQ 5 N. All three models conquered a challenging 12.42-mile (20 km) course that ascends over 4,700 feet (1,438 metres) to the summit of Pikes Peak, facing 156 turns, unpredictable weather and high-altitude conditions that can affect both drivers and vehicles.

The IONIQ 5 N TA Spec, driven by Hyundai World Rally driver Dani Sordo, finished the race in 09:30.852 and winning the exhibition class. The second TA Spec driven by Randy Pobst, finished the race in 09:55.551.

The IONIQ 5 N TA Spec is designed to highlight the production-spec IONIQ 5 N’s strengths without significant modifications. Other than minor software tuning to increase the maximum motor output[1]. And some high-performance part changes, including new shock absorbers, motorsport-spec brakes and slick tires[2]. The TA Spec retains most of what production IONIQ 5 N offers to regular customers.

The IONIQ 5 N production model was driven by Ron Zaras, a PPIHC rookie and automotive media personality. Zaras finished with a time of 10:49.267, showcasing the model’s leading capabilities without modifications.

Record set by IONIQ 5 N

“We are absolutely thrilled to set a new record at Pikes Peak and our performance overall,” said Till Wartenberg, Vice President and Head of N Brand and Motorsport at Hyundai Motor Company. “Going forward, we plan to continue leveraging exciting motorsports activities such as Pikes Peak. To showcase the superior performance of our mass-produced vehicles. And continue to develop technology that not only meets customer needs but exceeds their expectations.”

IONIQ 5 N’s outstanding run at Pikes Peak underlines the Hyundai N’s dedication to continuously challenging its electric vehicle (EV) technologies to advance its performance capabilities. Hyundai N is committed to expanding the possibilities of high-performance EVs. Not only with the production IONIQ 5 N, but also with variants. Such as the IONIQ 5 N eN1 Cup Car and IONIQ 5 N TA Spec. Hyundai N will continue to launch special specification models to broaden the horizon of EV motorsports.

“This year’s Pikes Peak result is a culmination of a dream dreamt by so many people behind the scenes at Hyundai N”, said Joon Park, Vice President and Head of N Brand Management Group. “We put all our best minds together to create a type of high-performance EV that didn’t exist before. Today we confirm that this technology can be competitive even in the toughest hill climb race in the world.”

Hyundai Motor first competed in the PPIHC in 1992. Rod Millen won the 2-Wheel Drive Showroom Stock division with a time of 13:21.17, driving a Hyundai Scoupe. Another significant moment in Hyundai’s Pikes Peak history was in 2012. When a Hyundai Genesis Coupe, driven by Rhys Millen, set a course record of 9:46.164.

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