In 2024, BMW Motorsport is gearing up for a pivotal yr. Not solely will the motorsport model make a extremely anticipated comeback to the famend Le Mans 24 Hours, however it is going to additionally unveil a fascinating new addition to its assortment of BMW Artwork Vehicles. The forthcoming artwork automotive attracts inspiration from the BMW M Hybrid V8, set to compete within the upcoming Le Mans race. Nonetheless, the driving force lineup for Le Mans and for the FIA World Endurance Championship subsequent yr remains to be being deliberated, as said by BMW motorsport boss Andreas Roos. In an interview with Sportscar365, Roos emphasised the importance of taking the mandatory time to rigorously choose the perfect driver lineup for Workforce WRT’s manufacturing unit Hypercar effort within the FIA World Endurance Championship subsequent yr.
Workforce WRT plans to run two M Hybrid V8 racing automobiles internet yr and testing thus far was carried out by Sheldon van der Linde, Dries Vanthoor, Jesse Krohn and Maxime Martin, together with BMW Junior Workforce graduates Max Hesse and Dan Harper. The BMW Manufacturing unit Workforce additionally counts Rene Rast and Augusto Farfus, Philipp Eng, Connor De Phillippi and Nick Yelloly amongst their drivers. After all, a number of date clashes between championships – WEC and IMSA – will have an effect on the driving force’s lineup sooner or later.
Roos additionally highlighted the extra issue of date clashes with a number of GT3 championships, together with the Fanatec GT World Problem Europe powered by AWS and Intercontinental GT Problem powered by Pirelli. These clashes posed a problem as BMW Motorsport is dedicated to supporting all-pro entries in these championships. Consequently, discovering a driver lineup that takes under consideration these scheduling conflicts additional provides complexity to the equation.
Roos clarified that their goal is to determine a constant crew of six drivers for the WEC in collaboration with BMW M Workforce WRT, whereas additionally fielding a workforce of 4 drivers within the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship alongside BMW M Workforce RLL. He acknowledged the opportunity of date clashes between the 2 collection within the upcoming yr, emphasizing the necessity to rigorously handle and navigate scheduling conflicts.
Undoubtedly, the 24 hours of Le Mans holds the utmost significance for each driver, representing the top of their aspirations on the planet of motorsport. Subsequently, whoever secures a spot within the driver seat subsequent yr will undoubtedly witness a outstanding milestone of their profession. In preparation for subsequent yr’s racing actions, BMW Motorsport continues their run within the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with the M Hybrid V8. Simply this previous weekend, the #25 BMW M Hybrid V8 Connor De Phillippi and Nick Yelloly had been topped as winners.
[Source: Sportscar365]