IMSA / WEC 2023: Progress Continues in Development of Cadillac V-LMDh
Cadillac V-LMDh tested this week at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.
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Cadillac Racing drivers Pipo Derani, Earl Bamber, Alex Lynn and Sébastien Bourdais participated in three days of testing the Cadillac V-LMDh this week at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.
GM sports car racing program manager Laura Wontrop Klauser said. “We have a lot of integration work with the engine, hybrid and electronic braking system. We are also working to understand the tires and make sure the driver experience is great, so the drivers feel confident pushing the car to its limits in the races.”
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“I think we had a really successful first test at Sebring and the guys at Cadillac Racing have done a great job in the short break to take all the information and make some positive steps forward in the overall development of the car,” Earl Bamber said. “We continue to learn about the engine and the hybrid system, which is new for everybody. Same goes for the powertrain and the chassis with Dallara.
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Cadillac V-LMDh fun to drive.
“The car is wicked fun to drive. Now it’s about getting more miles, so it’s a busy time coming up with tests that are critical to the project. All eyes forward to 2023.”
Added reigning IMSA DPi champion Pipo Derani: “To be part of the program and develop this new hybrid technology with Cadillac Racing is fantastic for me as a driver. I’ve had a successful time with the DPi and now I’m looking forward to the future. The car was born quite well; there’s a strong base to start with. When a driver gets in a car, they immediately know if they’re going to be able to develop it into a good car or they’re going to have trouble with it. This car shows great promise. It gives us a reason to smile and keep working hard.”
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Many additional sessions are planned through the remainder of the year as Cadillac Racing prepares to contest the top category of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and the FIA World Endurance Championship, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans, in 2023.
Since 2017, Cadillac Racing has competed at the forefront of American sports car racing in IMSA in the DPi class, where it has recorded 27 victories, three Manufacturer Championships and four Manufacturer Endurance Cup Championships. Cadillac Racing has also won three Team and Driver Championships.
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