In a testing session for the upcoming FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season, Austrian driver Ferdinand Habsburg was putting the new Alpine A424 LMDh through its paces when disaster struck. The incident occurred during the final hour of the test, as a mechanical failure on the front axle sent the car hurtling straight into the wall at Turn 7, dealing a significant blow to Habsburg’s hopes for the year ahead.
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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.
The 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season saw the continued integration of the Le Mans Hypercar (LMH) and LMDh regulations into the Hypercar category, governed by a Balance of Performance. While LMDh cars are yet to secure their first victory at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans, the competition remains incredibly fierce, with Ferrari, Toyota, and Porsche LMDh cars battling for the top spots.
The 2023 FIA WEC season is off to an exciting start, and Porsche Penske Motorsport is poised to make a significant impact. Despite facing challenges with traffic management, the team’s strong performance in free practice suggests they remain a top contender for the coveted championship.
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.
The 2023 World Endurance Championship (WEC) season has seen a new generation of Hypercar competitors join the grid, including Alpine and Lamborghini. However, starting their programs a year behind Porsche and Cadillac has meant a period of adjustment and learning for these two marques.