# Toyota Gazoo Racing motorsports expansion

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/toyota-gazoo-racing-motorsports-expansion
> Updated: 2026-10-23T13:45:53.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Toyota Gazoo Racing (GR) has introduced new initiatives to expand its motorsports presence through entry-level products and competitive racing series.

In Japan, the company launched the GR KART, an entry-level racing kart designed to increase accessibility for children and families. Produced in Aichi Prefecture, the vehicle features a 215cc engine and a design intended for easy transport and storage. 

In the Philippines, Toyota Motor Philippines and Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippines announced the addition of a GR86 One-Make Race class to the 2027 Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup. This new category aims to establish a large sports car grid, offering both Base and Performance specifications for the 2.4-liter gasoline race cars.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-23: Toyota Motor Philippines announces GR86 Cup for 2027

Toyota Motor Philippines will launch a GR86 One-Make Race class in the 2027 Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup, offering Base and Performance specifications for racers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toyota-motor-philippines-announces-gr86-cup-for-2027

### 2026-09-28: Toyota launches GR KART to increase motorsports accessibility

Toyota Gazoo Racing has released the GR KART, an affordable entry-level racing kart designed for families and children to increase motorsports accessibility.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toyota-launches-gr-kart-to-increase-motorsports-accessibility

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Cite as: Toyota Gazoo Racing motorsports expansion. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/toyota-gazoo-racing-motorsports-expansion