In a thrilling announcement, Proton Competition has confirmed that John Hartshorne will join Ben Tuck and Christopher Mies in their third Ford Mustang LMGT3 entry for the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2024. This news comes after the team secured an invitation to the event by winning the 2023-24 Asian Le Mans Series GT class title.
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In a disappointing turn of events, rising French driver Doriane Pin has been forced to withdraw from the highly anticipated 2023 24 Hours of Le Mans due to a recent incident that left her with broken ribs. Veteran racer Rahel Frey will now step in to join the Iron Dames team, continuing their LMGT3 era campaign in the prestigious WEC 2023 season.
In an exclusive interview, D’Station Racing driver Erwan Bastard expressed his concerns about the relationship between Hypercar and LMGT3 cars in the 2023 FIA WEC season, citing incidents caused by contact from Hypercar machinery. Bastard believes Hypercar drivers often expect LMGT3 cars to yield, which is not always possible, leading to dangerous situations on track.
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.
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 move to prioritize environmental sustainability, the FIA has announced a ban on artificial tyre heating at the 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans. Ferrari drivers have voiced concerns over the safety risks, citing challenges with cold tyres, particularly during the night sessions. With the iconic race becoming even more critical for Ferrari’s 2024 WEC title hopes, the team faces a tough challenge in adapting to the new rules.
MissionH24’s CEO, Christophe Aslan, has confirmed that the highly anticipated hydrogen fuel cell prototype, the H24EVO, is on track to hit the circuit for the first time next year, with a potential race debut planned for 2026. This marks a significant milestone in the development of the third iteration of the jointly developed GreenGT and Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) project.
BMW has unveiled its facelifted M4 GT3 Evo, a significant update to its flagship GT3 challenger, just days before the iconic Nürburgring 24-Hour enduro. The updated model focuses on enhanced performance, drivability, and efficiency to stay competitive in the evolving GT3 landscape, setting the stage for a thrilling battle at one of endurance racing’s most grueling events.
As the 2023 WEC calendar approaches its pinnacle event, the Le Mans 24 Hours, BMW Motorsport is optimistic about the credentials of newcomers Raffaele Marciello, Marco Wittmann, and Sheldon van der Linde. Despite their lack of experience in the endurance classic, the team believes this rookie lineup boasts the ‘perfect combination’ of youth and experience.