It’s been an exhilarating start to the home race weekend for the Ferrari AF Corse team as the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) prepares for the 6 Hours of Imola. The Italian squad secured the top spot in both the opening practice sessions in the Hypercar class, showcasing their strong pace at the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari circuit. Meanwhile, in the LMGT3 category, it was another double success for the British team TF Sport and their pair of Corvette ZO6 LMGT3.R cars.
Author: Quorra Windrider
In a move that will challenge Ferrari’s dominant performance in the recent Imola round, the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) has announced Balance of Performance (BoP) adjustments for the 499P Hypercar ahead of the upcoming Spa 6 Hours race.
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton laid down an impressive marker in the final practice session ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix, showcasing his dominance on the resurfaced Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. The Briton posted a time seven-tenths of a second ahead of his closest rival, Max Verstappen of Red Bull.
In a tantalizing development for British GT enthusiasts, FIA Formula E’s CEO Jeff Dodds has hinted at the possibility of discussions with Ferrari regarding the Italian marque’s potential entry into the all-electric racing series in the future. While Ferrari has tempered the excitement, the growing popularity of Formula E and the brand’s electrification plans could make it increasingly difficult to dismiss the series as a future venture.
Fresh off a podium finish at the Monaco E-Prix, DS Penske driver Stoffel Vandoorne is gearing up for an electrifying finale to the Formula E championship, with a packed schedule that includes prepping for the Berlin ePrix and the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours.
The McLaren Formula 1 team has been left surprised by the unexpectedly strong performance of its MCL38 car following a major development step. While the team is delighted with the upgrades’ impact, allowing it to challenge for race wins, they are now working to fully understand the technical factors behind this unexpected performance boost.
In a move that could reshape the World Endurance Championship (WEC), Toyota has revealed it is exploring the possibility of running a third car on a satellite basis, similar to Ferrari’s approach in the Hypercar class. This potential expansion could have significant implications for the future of the championship and the competition among Hypercar manufacturers.
In a stunning last-lap battle, the #6 Penske Porsche 911 Dakar driven by Kevin Estre secured a surprise pole position for the 92nd 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race, snatching the top spot from the favored Cadillac team in a thrilling finish.
The 2024 ADAC 24H Nürburgring Qualifiers is set to be a thrilling event for GT racing enthusiasts, with a diverse field of 28 GT3 cars from top teams and manufacturers competing for the coveted title on the iconic Nürburgring circuit. Get ready for an action-packed weekend of high-speed racing and fierce competition.
The 52nd ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring kicked off with an unpredictable start as heavy rain hit the iconic Nordschleife circuit. Teams were forced to adapt their tyre strategies, setting the stage for a dynamic and thrilling opening to the prestigious endurance race, with the Manthey Porsche and ROWE BMW emerging as the early frontrunners.