Despite a delicate financial situation and heavy uncertainty surrounding its future, KTM continues its commitment to MotoGP. This week, the Austrian manufacturer's test team headed to the Jerez circuit for two days of intense testing, with the aim of continuing the development of the RC16.
As Austrian authorities examine a possible rescue plan for KTM, the racing department maintains its focus on competition. Pol Espargaro et Dani Pedrosa, the two official test drivers, took to the track to evaluate the latest technical developments before the development of the RC16 is temporarily frozen until the end of February 2025.
These test days were planned well before the announcement of the company's economic difficulties and are part of the development plan launched after the summer holidays, when intensive work had been initiated with Peter Acosta. The parts tested include new aerodynamic and electronic solutions already tested during the post-season tests in Barcelona by Acosta et Brad Binder.
Commitment still present at KTM despite the turbulence
Despite the uncertain economic context, KTM has reaffirmed his intention to stay in MotoGP. The Tech3 KTM rider's manager Enea Bastianini what Carlo Pernat said the MotoGP programme is expected to remain intact, although adjustments could occur as the season progresses. Racing teams are not affected by the restructuring“, He clarified.
Official drivers KTMIncluding Brad Binder, Peter Acosta, Enea Bastianini et Maverick Vinales, are eagerly awaiting the results of these trials. They hope that the feedback fromI will espargaro et Pedrosa will offer reassuring prospects for the 2025 season.
As pressure mounts and the future remains uncertain, KTM seems ready to face the technical and financial challenges, continuing its hard work to remain competitive in MotoGP.
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