Another 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show premiere has been announced; Volkswagen will be revealing its Touareg TDI that will compete in the 41st Annual Tecate SCORE Baja 1000. The vehicle utilizes Volkswagen’s clean diesel technology and will be competing as part of the Trophy Truck class.

“We’ve had success running our clean diesel TDI powered vehicles at the Dakar Rally, Baja 500, Pikes Peak International Hill Climb and also in our Jetta TDI Cup series,” said Clark Campbell, motorsport manager, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “This entry of a new, purpose-built Touareg TDI Trophy Truck is the next step in the evolution of our motorsport program and showcases our commitment to racing clean diesel vehicles and to SCORE International.” (Source: PR Newswire)

Volkswagen of America, Red Bull, BFGoodrich, Dow Automotive, Oakley, KMC Wheels and Fox Shocks have collaborated in sponsoring the vehicle. The Touareg will make its debut in a November 19 press conference at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

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