Motorsport enthusiasts are buzzing with the news that Hyundai is gearing up to enter the World Endurance Championship’s (WEC) prestigious Hypercar class and compete at the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans within the next three years. This move has been facilitated by the recent two-year extension of the LMDh and Le Mans Hypercar rulesets, and could see Hyundai Motorsport debut in the GTP category of the IMSA SportsCar Championship as early as 2026.
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Toyota Gazoo Racing came agonizingly close to victory at the 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans, with Kamui Kobayashi and the team battling hard throughout the grueling 24-hour event. Despite setbacks in qualifying, both Toyota cars made steady progress and were in contention for the win, but ultimately had to settle for second and fifth place finishes.
The 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans has started with an absolutely thrilling opening six hours of racing. The #83 AF Corse Ferrari 499P has taken the lead in the Hypercar class, with Porsche and Cadillac in close pursuit. In the other classes, COOL Racing and Manthey PureRxing are currently leading the way. With 18 hours still to go, this year’s Le Mans is shaping up to be a classic.
In a remarkable display of endurance and racing prowess, the Ferrari AF Corse team has emerged victorious at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans 2024, securing a hard-fought victory for the #50 Ferrari 499P. The result marks a significant milestone for Ferrari as they aim to solidify their position as a force to be reckoned with in the world of endurance racing.
The 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans, the flagship event of the FIA World Endurance Championship, is just around the corner. With a stacked grid of 62 cars and 186 drivers, this iconic endurance race promises to deliver thrilling action and excitement for car racing fans across the globe.
The new LMGT3 class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans is set to bring a host of top GT3 stars to the iconic endurance race, including Ford’s Christopher Mies, Lexus’ Kelvin van der Linde, and Corvette’s Daniel Juncadella. But beyond the headline names, several other talented drivers like British GT ace Phil Keen and Mercedes GT3 specialist Maro Engel are eager to make their Le Mans debuts and leave their mark on the legendary event.
Lamborghini’s new SC63 has made a strong debut in the 2023 World Endurance Championship (WEC), showcasing its reliability and performance despite challenging weather conditions during pre-season testing. With the team’s focus on optimizing the car’s performance, enthusiasts can look forward to Lamborghini’s continued success in the world’s premier endurance racing championship.
In an impressive outing for Proton Competition in the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC), Julien Andlauer showcased his prowess behind the wheel of the #99 Porsche 963 Hypercar. The 24-year-old Frenchman, in only his third race in the Hypercar category, delivered a monstrous final stint that saw him charge from 12th to 5th position.
Ahead of the Spa-Francorchamps WEC round, Peugeot’s technical director Olivier Jansonnie has revealed the team’s decision to prioritize its regular drivers in the 9X8 Le Mans Hypercar, with the goal of ensuring stability and providing the best possible preparation for the 24 Hours of Le Mans next month.
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.