Hyundai’s WRC title-leading crew of Thierry Neuville and Martijn Wydaeghe took on the notorious Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit, navigating the 73-turn track as if it were a WRC rally stage, driven by pacenotes. This unprecedented move offered a unique insight into the art of pacenote making and the preparation of a top-level WRC crew.
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Zero, a cutting-edge synthetic fuel producer, is gearing up to test its innovative fuel in the motorsport arena for the first time this autumn. The company, founded by industry veterans, is poised to power a Porsche 991 rally car in the French Rally Championship, marking a significant step in its journey to transform the future of sustainable mobility.
In the final practice session before qualifying, Ferrari’s Antonio Fuoco set the pace in the #71 factory Ferrari 499P Le Mans Hypercar, clocking a lap time of 1m31.272s at the Imola circuit. This impressive performance came after topping Friday’s second practice, solidifying the Italian marque’s strong start to its home WEC round.
Ferrari AF Corse drivers and team personnel reflect on a missed opportunity at the 6 Hours of Imola, the second round of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). Despite topping practice and qualifying, the Italian team’s strategy faltered in the rain, leading to a disappointing result. The team remains determined to make the most of their car’s potential in the upcoming races.
French racing driver Doriane Pin has announced she will miss the upcoming 24 Hours of Le Mans and FRECA Zandvoort round due to a rib injury sustained during the Formula Regional European Championship. Rahel Frey will replace Pin in the Iron Dames Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Evo 2 at Le Mans.
In a significant development for the FIA Formula E Championship, Tag Heuer Porsche has officially confirmed its participation in the GEN4 era, set to begin in 2024. This announcement ensures the German outfit’s continued presence on the grid, following a strong performance in the current Season 10, where they occupy second place in both the Teams’ and Drivers’ Championships.
In a thrilling display of speed and skill, six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon clocked a blistering 227.206mph lap during Indy 500 practice, showcasing his mastery of the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway. As the season heats up, discover the top drivers’ performances and strategies in this comprehensive IndyCar news update.
Porsche has announced its decision to remain in Formula E for an additional six seasons, marking a significant milestone in the German manufacturer’s involvement in the electric racing series. This commitment is a testament to Porsche’s dedication to the growth and development of electric racing, as the championship gears up for the next major rule change in the 2026-27 season.
In a captivating Monaco E-Prix, Jaguar TCS Racing demonstrated their mastery of the all-electric Formula E championship, as Mitch Evans delivered a strategic masterclass that cemented the British manufacturer’s lead in the teams’ standings at the season’s midway point. The weekend also saw Jaguar commit to its future in the Formula E calendar for 2023 and beyond.
Williams Racing has made progress in reducing its car’s weight, but still needs to trim an additional 14kg to reach the minimum limit. The team’s strong showing at the Monaco Grand Prix offers a glimpse of their true potential once the weight issue is resolved.