LMP1
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Toyota join the testing race
Audi and Porsche have already been out testing their new cars and parts respectively in preparation for next season. Toyota however have taken a little while longer to hit the track. Now, the TS050 has finally began it’s testing programme. The Japanese manufacture has been testing their new challenger at the Aragon Circuit in Spain…
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Nissan Special: From Confidence to Condolences
Nissan were one of the most anticipated aspects of the 2015 FIA World Endurance Championship. With a radical design and big plans to take Le Mans and the World Championship, it seemed like a slow start would be inevitable, but lead to success in the end. They brought a brave concept to the championship, however we will…
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Nissan abandons 2016 LMP1 effort
Nissan today announced that they would not be competing in the 2016 World Endurance Championship after a troubled year for the Japanese manufacturer. It’s been a rocky road for the GTR-LM NISMO – could this signal the end for the pioneering front-engined machine? Committed to a two-car full-season WEC effort, as well as a three-car entry…
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Audi and Porsche reduce Le Mans effort
Due to the Volkswagen emissions scandal uncovered late this year, the Volkswagen group has been left with a large amount to pay in fines. In a bid to save money throughout next season, Audi and Porsche, subsidiaries of the Volkswagen Group, have seen their budget reduced. Although the season will go ahead as usual for…
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Porsche, G-Drive & Rebellion take LMP titles
The 6 Hours of Bahrain was the WEC title showdown everyone had hoped for. At the head of the field, early problems for the #17 crew put their title fight in jeopardy, while KCMG and G-Drive fought tooth and nail for honours in LMP2. In LMP1-L, victory for the #13 machine gave the less-experienced Rebellion Racing crew…
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Bahrain testing round up: Montoya fastest
After Saturday’s tense season finale at the Sakhir International Circuit in Bahrain, the teams and drivers stayed behind for a five hour test session with a slightly more relaxed atmosphere on Sunday. The aim, to give new drivers a chance to prove themselves in either the WEC or a new class within the series. Ex Williams Formula…
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Webber, Hartley and Bernhard claim drivers’ championship in Bahrain
The final part of the race saw Audi in the lead and provisionally in the lead of the championship battle. Although, if the the first three hours of the race are anything to go by, there is a lot left to happen before the champions are crowned, we take you to the checkered flag of…
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Porsche maintain superiority in Free Practice
The Porsche 919 Hybrid held their superiority over the rest of the LMP1 field, topping two of the three free practice sessions for Saturday’s 6 Hours of Bahrain. However, the pair of Audis are closer than ever to the champions-elect. Free Practice 1 was held yesterday under darkening skies but the threat of rain never materialised, giving the…
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Interview: Pierre Kaffer on the 2015 season
Pierre Kaffer has spent the FIA World Endurance Championship fighting for the LMP1 privateer championships in the ByKolles CLM P1/01. We spoke to the 39-year-old on his year so far and what his prospects are moving forward. WM: Pierre, how would you describe your season so far in five words? PK: Lots of work, updates,…