The opening practice session of the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) at Spa-Francorchamps has set the stage for an intense battle among the top teams and drivers. Ferrari’s Antonio Fuoco topped the timesheets, showcasing the Italian manufacturer’s strong form, while new Hypercar contenders from Lamborghini and Alpine also impressed with their pace.
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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.
Peugeot Sport’s new 9X8 Hypercar faces a challenging debut at the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season opener in Imola, with the team failing to secure a spot in the Hyperpole final. Dakar Rally specialist Jean-Eric Vergne remains determined to execute a flawless race strategy and unlock the car’s full potential.
In a thrilling WEC season opener, Toyota’s Mike Conway secured a podium finish for the Toyota Gazoo Racing team, overcoming challenging weather conditions to secure valuable championship points.
British racing driver Mike Conway, competing for Toyota Gazoo Racing, delivered a standout performance at the 2024 TotalEnergies 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, the third round of the prestigious FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). Piloting the formidable Toyota GR010 – Hybrid prototype, Conway displayed his exceptional skills and determination on the demanding Spa circuit, cementing his status as one of the premier talents in the highly competitive WEC series.
The World Endurance Championship (WEC) is embracing a sustainable future, with plans to introduce hydrogen-powered prototypes on the grid by 2028 and potentially more by 2029. This move aligns with the global push for carbon-neutral mobility and showcases the series’ commitment to reducing its environmental impact.
Toyota’s technical director David Floury shares his insights on Ferrari’s expected competitiveness at the upcoming Spa 6 Hours race in the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship, stating that the Italian manufacturer’s 499P Le Mans Hypercar will likely maintain an advantage despite Balance of Performance changes.
The Alpine Endurance Team faced a difficult start to their World Endurance Championship (WEC) Hypercar campaign at the Imola circuit, with rookies Mick Schumacher and Paul-Loup Chatin struggling to adapt to the new A424 LMDh cars and Michelin tires. Despite the challenging debut, the team remains optimistic about their progress in the 2023 WEC season.
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 move that could reshape the World Endurance Championship (WEC), Toyota has revealed it is exploring the possibility of running a third car on a satellite basis, similar to Ferrari’s approach in the Hypercar class. This potential expansion could have significant implications for the future of the championship and the competition among Hypercar manufacturers.