Volkswagen launches eco-friendly Scirocco Cup

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2010 Volkswagen Scirocco Cup – Click above for high-res image gallery

It seems like an odd juxtaposition, but “going green” and motorsports have been increasingly paired together lately. In the United States, the American Le Mans Series initiated the Green X Challenge this past season with a focus on creating the least amount of negative impact on the environment. Winning teams even get trophies made from recycled Michelin tires.

For the past several years, Volkswagen has had its own version of green racing in Europe with the Polo Cup, but for 2010 they will be making the switch to a natural gas-powered Scirocco as the vehicle of choice for the one-make series. Each of the cars will feature a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine fueled by Bio-CNG, which is produced using renewable sources like grass, corn or biological waste. The Scirocco Cup has also signed on to become a partner with DTM series, and will also pit young talent against motorsports legends at each race.

So to recap, saving the planet now includes racing the Scirocco in Europe. Where do we sign?

Gallery: 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco Cup