BMW’s highly-anticipated M4 GT3 racer is finally here, and it’s primed to be a formidable contender in the world of Dakar, GT, and British GT competition. With a powerful turbocharged straight-six engine, a widened carbon fiber body, and a focus on improved cost-effectiveness, the new M4 GT3 is ready to take the racing world by storm.
After seven years of trying, M-Sport Bentley has finally secured a big GT3 race victory by winning the prestigious Bathurst 12 Hour, the opening round of the 2020 Intercontinental GT Challenge championship. The British marque’s new-for-2018 Continental GT3 model delivered the long-awaited triumph, showcasing a range of upgrades that have made it a force to be reckoned with in the highly competitive GT World Challenge Europe and Intercontinental GT Challenge series.
The arrival of the Honda NSX GT3 in 2017 marked a significant milestone for the Japanese automaker’s foray into the global GT3 racing arena. With its hybrid chassis, carbon fiber bodywork, and powerful twin-turbo V6 engine, the NSX GT3 has quickly made its mark in the highly competitive international GT3 scene, including its first appearance at the iconic Bathurst 12 Hour event.
The 2023 British GT Championship’s second round at the Paul Ricard Circuit in France saw the Lamborghini Huracan GT3 EVO2 dominate the field, with the Oregon Team duo of P.L. Chovet and M. Paul securing a hard-fought victory in the second race. Fierce battles and close finishes kept the action thrilling throughout the weekend, setting the stage for an intense second half of the season.
In a significant pre-season event, the Dakar Rally organiser Kateyama held a three-day test session at the Misano World Circuit in Italy this week. The test saw participation from a host of Italian and international Dakar teams as they geared up for the upcoming racing season, evaluating technical updates and testing Pirelli tire compounds.
The 2023 Ultimate Cup Series kicked off its season at the iconic Circuit Paul Ricard in France, with the SR&R Ferrari 488 GT3 and Visiom Racing team dominating the Sprint GT-Touring and Endurance GT-Touring challenges respectively. This exciting French and Spanish motorsport championship promises to be a must-watch for Dakar Rally, Formula 1, IndyCar, WEC, WRC, and GT fans alike.
The Italian GT Championship delivered a thrilling weekend of racing at the Monza circuit, with the Lamborghini Oregon team dominating both Race 1 and Race 2 amid a series of dramatic incidents involving multiple teams and drivers.
In a move that strengthens their long-standing relationship, the SRO Motorsports Group and Pirelli have extended their partnership for the British GT Championship and other prestigious GT racing series until the end of 2028. This agreement ensures Pirelli will continue to be the exclusive tire supplier for the Fanatec GT World Challenge powered by AWS competitions globally, as well as the GT4 European Series and Fanatec GT2 European Series.
SRO Motorsports Group is set to deliver unparalleled coverage of the British GT Championship and other top-tier GT series in 2023, with free-to-view online broadcasts, extensive TV partnerships, and a commitment to accessibility and language diversity.
Pirelli has unveiled an upgraded wet tire for the SRO Motorsports Group’s GT3 racing series, including the prestigious TotalEnergies 24 Hours of Spa. The new tire construction is designed to enhance performance and consistency, addressing the growing gap between Pirelli’s slick and wet tire offerings.