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This weekend’s IMSA-sanctioned test at Daytona International Speedway provides competitors in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship their first chance to work with new equipment or personnel …
The IMSA-sanctioned test at Daytona International Speedway over the weekend was crucial for competitors in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship to start preparations for the 2025 season with new equipment and personnel changes in various teams.
Significant changes in the GTP class include Wayne Taylor Racing’s shift to Cadillac, Acura Meyer Shank Racing’s return after a one-year hiatus, and modified driver line-ups at Porsche Penske Motorsport and Cadillac Whelen, along with Aston Martin THOR Team’s debut with the Valkyrie model.
Meyer Shank Racing made a strong comeback during the test, with Colin Braun and Tom Blomqvist leading the team’s two-car assault in the GTP class with Acura, showcasing promising pace and performance.
With Tom Blomqvist setting the pace at Daytona and the team fielding two full-time entries in the prototype class for the first time, Meyer Shank Racing appears re-energized and well-prepared for the upcoming season under Michael Shank’s leadership.
Meanwhile, Wayne Taylor Racing’s reunion with Cadillac brings a new chapter for the team, continuing the legacy of success in IMSA racing with a renewed focus on sports car competition and a strong driver line-up, setting the stage for an exciting 2025 season in the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.
