After reaching 14 victories from 16 races last, Peugeot states quit from the race of Le Mans on Wednesday (18 / 1). PSA Peugeot Citroen Sport Division stated that they would not take part in the endurance championship in 2012.
The Peugeot main reason, the economic problems that are sweeping Europe, as well as because they're focused on launching new products. In this case, they direct more funds for development of commercial vehicles, as well as the continued success of competitive products, such as 208, 3008 HYbrid4, 508 RXH, 508 HYbrid4, and 4008.
Talk hybrid, Peugeot sports division was actually preparing to lower the 908 HY Le Mans car or a hybrid version (still waiting for regulations) in addition to the Peugeot 908 HDi FAP diesel engine.
This car has an additional 80 HP (60 kW) of electric drive version, while the electric power obtained from 600 lithium ion batteries. The battery itself is on average takes 20-30 seconds to recharge, while the power will be used when, for example, a car entered the pit stop, and the crew will fill the content of diesel engine combustion and care so that the car remains in stand-by.
The Peugeot 908 HDi has led the team in doubles victories at Le Mans 24 Hours 2009, defeating principal opponents, including Audi.
