Industry Trailblazer Tarquini Joins Genesis Management Team as WEC Programme Gains Momentum

Touring car legend Gabriele Tarquini has been appointed as sporting director of the new Genesis World Endurance Championship Hypercar squad for the 2026 season. Tarquini retired from racing in 2021 after a successful career and is now focusing on his new role with Genesis Magma Racing. He brings his wealth of experience as a driver, coach, and team manager to this new challenge in the WEC. Among the other key appointments at Genesis are Justin Taylor as chief engineer and Anouck Abadie as team manager. The team is building towards…

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Mastering the Art of Braking: Decoding Porsche’s Innovative 963 Hypercar Brake System

Stopping an LMDh car is a challenging task due to the complexity of their hybrid braking systems, which include regenerative braking and adjustments for engine braking in addition to the four brakes. The LMDh braking system resembles Formula 1 setups, with hydraulic front brakes and a brake-by-wire system managed by Bosch’s Electronic Braking System (EBS) for the rear brakes. The EBS provides pressure-based modes that allow for flexible braking strategies, giving teams a wide range of control options for various driving conditions. The adjustable brake bias in LMDh cars plays…

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