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Speed is seldom the primary objective of pre-season testing, although any of the 31 participants in the IMSA test at Daytona International Speedway would take pride in topping the timing screens. F…
During the November IMSA test at Daytona International Speedway, teams primarily focus on integrating new personnel and understanding how their cars respond to setup changes and various conditions on the track. This testing period serves as invaluable experience for teams to gather data and improve performance. All four classes of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship shared the 3.56-mile road course for a full day of testing split into three sessions, including night running. Acura Meyer Shank Racing with Curb-Agajanian stood out as pacesetters, with Nick Yelloly setting impressive lap times in the Acura ARX-06, three seconds off the lap record. Yelloly, new to the team this year, expressed satisfaction with the testing progress and the opportunity to understand the car’s behavior in different conditions. Porsche Penske Motorsport and BMW M Team RLL showcased strong performances with significant laps completed, demonstrating their competitiveness in the field. The GTD PRO class saw promising starts from the Ford Mustang GT3 and other top contenders like Lamborghini Iron Lynx, setting the stage for exciting competition ahead.
