Peugeot to go hybrid at LeMans

The Technical Director of Peugeot Sport confirms his ambition to integrate hybrid technology in the new 908.

Will the Peugeot 908 be fitted with an alternative engine?
Bruno Famin:" We're working on and soon we will take important steps. It is too early to predict when we will be able to equip the 908 in our system. It is clear that this would be a plus if we could hire a hybrid car, but we want to win Le Mans foremost, whatever the technology on-board."

In September 2008, a 908 HDi FAP hybrid was demonstrated on the track. Is the system not yet ready?
"At the time, we just grafted a battery and an electric motor onto a 908 HDi FAP. For it to be effective in competition, we must go much further. Unlike its predecessor, the new 908 is designed to accommodate a KERS."

Several technologies exist in this area. Which did you choose?
"We will talk later on this subject at a later date."