Petros Taxopoulos and his RTMG Performance team have redefined what’s possible in front-wheel-drive drag racing. Their 2.0L Seat Ibiza, already Europe’s fastest FWD car, came to Malta’s Hal Far Dragway not just to compete, but to show off the results of a bold new setup—and they delivered in spectacular fashion.

Refining the Beast

RTMG Performance didn’t come to Malta to play. With a new setup to test, the team stayed loyal to the same core platform: a 2.0L EA888 engine paired with the trusted DQ250 transmission. This combination had already taken them into the history books, but they were hungry for more.

The weekend was all about dialing in the new setup. Saturday morning started with testing and calibration. The first pass clocked in at 8.617 seconds at 172.11 mph—not quite their record pace, but solid progress. No major issues, just routine maintenance.

Grinding Through the Weekend

By Sunday, the stakes were higher, and so was the team’s determination. Despite going two days with no sleep, the team stayed laser-focused. Their first Sunday run had a slow start but still delivered a 7.980-second pass at 183.70 mph. The seven-second territory was back within reach, and the crew was fired up.

As the night descended, the team went all-in for one final pass. The result? A spectacular 7.935-second run at 184.02 mph. It was a triumphant moment for Petros and the team, proving their hard work and sleepless nights had paid off.

What’s Next for RTMG?

The Seat Ibiza is already Europe’s quickest FWD car, but Petros and his team aren’t stopping here. With more tweaking and fine-tuning, it’s clear they’re aiming to shatter even their own records.

This isn’t just about chasing numbers—it’s about relentless passion, unmatched dedication, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. If this weekend was any indication, the best is yet to come.

Stay tuned. RTMG Performance is just getting started.