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.
The long-anticipated debut of the Lamborghini SC63 in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) 2023 season has arrived, marked by a significant milestone for the iconic Italian marque. While the team may not have celebrated a podium finish this weekend, the mere accomplishment of bringing this cutting-edge Hypercar project from the drawing board to the racetrack is a testament to the unwavering dedication and exceptional teamwork behind the scenes.
Peugeot has unveiled the heavily revised 9X8 Le Mans Hypercar, the French marque’s primary contender for the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season. With a striking new design and aerodynamic enhancements, the updated 9X8 prototype is set to challenge the established competitors in the highly competitive WEC Hypercar class.
Ahead of the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, Alpine Endurance Team’s Charles Milesi is hopeful of scoring points in the GT category of the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship. Milesi discusses the team’s improvements, tire management challenges, and their prospects for a strong result at the iconic Belgian circuit.
Stoffel Vandoorne secures a podium finish for DS Penske in the thrilling Formula E Monaco race, navigating the tricky conditions and safety car periods to bring home a strong result for the team. With the series now heading to Berlin, DS Penske will look to build on their success and continue their push towards the top of the Formula E standings.
DS Penske drivers Stoffel Vandoorne and Jean-Eric Vergne put on an impressive display in the first Formula E race in Berlin, with Vergne claiming a podium finish and Vandoorne fighting back for a valuable seventh-place result. The team navigated the new and challenging circuit expertly, showcasing their strong pace and tactical prowess.
In a major announcement, renowned British motorsport brand Lola Cars has confirmed its extended commitment to the all-electric Formula E championship, partnering with Yamaha to develop cutting-edge powertrain technologies for the series’ Gen4 era. This move showcases Lola’s dedication to innovation and its belief in the growing potential of electric racing.
Reigning British GT champion Darren Leung won on just his second WEC start, leading home a 1-2 finish for the crack Belgian squad Team WRT in Sunday’s six-hour race. Crucial in setting up the run to victory was the timing of Leung’s second pitstop, which allowed the team to optimize their fuel usage and gain an advantage over the competition.
In a thrilling Formula E qualifying session, Edoardo Mortara of Mahindra Racing secured his and the team’s first pole position of the 2023 season at the Berlin E-Prix. The Swiss-Italian driver posted the fastest time of the entire qualifying session, edging out championship leader Stoffel Vandoorne by a margin of 0.267s.
Ferrari is exploring a potential switch from push-rod to pull-rod suspension for its 2025 Dakar Rally car, as the team seeks to maintain pace with the dominant Red Bull and McLaren teams. This move could be a game-changer in the intense development race, with the team acknowledging the challenges posed by the current cost cap regulations.