TF109 Livery Design Concept

The TF109 went into make-up towards the end of 2008 and a young Japanese designer was given the task of making sure Panasonic Toyota Racing’s latest star is as impressive to the eye as we hope it is on the track.

Atsushi Narita, a 25-year-old designer for Toyota Motor Corporation, created the concept and made the final touches so when the TF109 steps into the spotlight, it looks the part.

The organic, natural curves which make up the brushstrokes on the TF109 are striking, portraying an image of strength and unity. This bold splash of red emphasises a fighting spirit and a one-team mentality while the edgy, uneven fine detail of the brushstroke is inspired by Japanese brush pen drawings, which reflect confidence and human emotion.

TF109 Technical Specifications

Monocoque

Moulded carbon fibre and honeycomb construction.

Fuel tank

ATL safety cell

Suspension

Carbon fibre double wishbone arrangement, with carbon fibre trackrod and pushrod.

Dampers

Penske

Wheels

BBS forged magnesium

Tyres

Bridgestone Potenza

Brakes

Toyota/Brembo callipers, Brembo master cylinders, Hitco material (carbon/carbon)

Steering

Toyota power-assisted steering. Toyota carbon fibre steering wheel with Toyota / Magneti Marelli instruments

Driver's seat

Carbon fibre

Restraints

Takata

HANS device

Hubbard-Downing

Electronics

Toyota, Magneti Marelli plus McLaren Electronic Systems ECU (as required by FIA rules)

Transmission

7-speed unit plus reverse