Ahead of the Croatia Rally, Elfyn Evans tested a modified Toyota GR Yaris prototype, offering a sneak peek into the WRC’s proposed 2025 regulations. However, the driver’s blunt response suggests the changes may not be welcomed by the teams and drivers, as the FIA aims to reduce the performance of Rally1 cars to bring them closer to Rally2 vehicles.
Author: Ophelia Mournblade
In a shocking turn of events, the Peugeot TotalEnergies #93 car has been disqualified from the Qatar 1812km, the opening round of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). The French team’s impressive early race performance was cruelly denied as the car ran out of fuel on the final lap, leaving them unable to return to the pits.
The IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship’s debut on a new Detroit street circuit was plagued by collisions and drama, leaving WEC fans disappointed with the event. Drivers like Richard Westbrook voiced frustration over the track’s lack of suitability for prototype racing, as the 90-degree corners and limited overtaking opportunities contributed to the chaotic on-track action.
Aston Martin’s Valkyrie Hypercar is nearing its track testing debut, with an expected rollout in the third quarter of 2023. The prestigious marque is on schedule to bring its new LMH contender to the grid in 2025, as the FIA WEC and IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship brace for an exciting new challenger.
Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe’s technical director David Floury offers a measured take on their Imola 6 Hours victory, emphasizing the strategic decisions that secured the win over Ferrari’s superior pace. As the WEC 2023 season unfolds, the Hypercar class dynamics and impending BoP changes aim to level the playing field.
Peugeot has taken the wraps off its revamped 9X8 Le Mans Hypercar, featuring a striking rear wing design, as the French manufacturer gears up for its highly-anticipated return to the FIA World Endurance Championship in 2023. The updated car is set to make its debut at the Imola round next month, where Peugeot will look to challenge the likes of Toyota and Ferrari for hypercar supremacy.
IndyCar veteran Marco Andretti is gears up for his 19th consecutive start at the Indianapolis 500 this May, once again teaming up with Andretti Global’s #98 car for a one-off affair. The 36-year-old Nazareth, PA native has a storied history at the iconic Speedway, with four top-three finishes, including a remarkable second-place finish in his 2006 rookie season.
Kyle Larson will become the fifth driver to attempt ‘The Double’ this Memorial Day Weekend, following in the footsteps of legends like Tony Stewart and Kurt Busch. Indycar experts believe Larson and other top NASCAR talents like Ryan Blaney, Chase Elliott, and Christopher Bell have the skills to successfully complete the iconic 1,100-mile challenge.
This Sunday, the IndyCar season reaches its pinnacle with the 108th edition of the legendary Indianapolis 500, as 33 cars battle for one of motorsport’s most coveted prizes. The field features a NASCAR Cup champion, defending champion Josef Newgarden, and an impressive lineup of rookies, setting the stage for an unforgettable event.
In a captivating Formula E qualifying session in Shanghai, Jean-Eric Vergne of DS Penske took pole position, but the race itself proved to be a complex battle of energy strategy as the drivers pushed to the limit while conserving power on the challenging circuit.