In a captivating qualifying session for the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) finale, Toyota’s Brendon Hartley secured pole position for the Bahrain 8 Hours, moving the Japanese manufacturer one point closer to Porsche in the manufacturers’ standings.
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Ahead of the WEC Interlagos round, Ferrari has revealed the first performance upgrades for its 499P Le Mans Hypercar, focusing on redesigned brake cooling ducts and minor aerodynamic modifications. The changes are expected to provide greater versatility and easier adaptation of the car on circuits with demanding braking requirements, as the Scuderia looks to capitalize on the upgrades and close the gap to the championship-leading Porsche team.
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.
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.