The BMW M Team WRT stole the show in the qualifying practice for the 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans, setting the fastest time with Dries Vanthoor behind the wheel. Meanwhile, Toyota Gazoo Racing faced a setback after Kamui Kobayashi’s car spun out, disqualifying their fastest lap. The stage is set for an exciting Hyperpole session as the top manufacturers vie for the coveted positions.
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The Mustang GT3’s impressive debut at the 2023 Le Mans 24 Hours, with a podium finish in the LMGT3 class, has been likened to the Ford GT’s historic victory in 2016. This remarkable achievement highlights the car’s potential in top-level GT racing and sets the stage for future success in the WEC, IMSA, and beyond.
McLaren Racing is considering a return to the pinnacle of sportscar racing, with the recent extension of the Le Mans Hypercar and LMDh regulations until 2029 providing a significant boost to their ambitions. Zak Brown, the team boss, has confirmed that an entry into either the Hypercar or GTP classes is ‘more when than if’, emphasizing the brand’s desire to compete at the highest level of endurance racing.
In a significant development for the Dakar Rally scene, Aston Martin Formula 1 reserve driver Felipe Drugovich has made a strong impression in his maiden outing at the prestigious Le Mans 24 Hours endurance race. Drugovich’s participation and performance at the iconic French circuit have sparked discussions about his potential future in the world of motorsport.
McLaren’s return to the prestigious Le Mans 24 Hours endurance race in 2024 marks a significant milestone for the iconic British brand. After a prolonged absence, the marque will field a trio of 720S GT3 Evos in the newly-introduced LMGT3 class, rekindling its legendary motorsport legacy and generating excitement within the WEC and GT racing communities.
The FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) is gearing up for one of the most exciting Le Mans 24 Hours in recent memory, with the Hypercar class at the height of its competitiveness. Multiple manufacturers, including Ferrari, Cadillac, Toyota, Porsche, and Peugeot, are primed and ready to challenge for the prestigious victory, ensuring a thrilling battle for supremacy at the iconic Circuit de la Sarthe.
Will Stevens, the consistent and dependable Jota driver, has been instrumental in the team’s achievements, including back-to-back LMP2 victories in 2016 and their title-winning season in 2022. As Jota prepares to challenge the factory-backed Porsche, Ferrari, and Toyota entries in the Hypercar class, Stevens’ leadership and technical expertise will be crucial to their success.
Alpine has unveiled the Alpenglow Hy4, a hydrogen-powered concept car that will make its debut on the track during demonstration runs at the upcoming Le Mans 24 Hours. This is a significant step as Alpine explores the future of hydrogen in endurance racing, with the vehicle offering performance comparable to a petrol-powered equivalent.
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.
BMW M Motorsport has shown impressive speed with its new LMDh contender in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), despite facing a series of penalties that prevented higher finishes at the Spa 6 Hours event. The team is optimistic about its progress and is gearing up for the prestigious Le Mans 24 Hours next month.