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BMW introduces second update to its race-winning LMDh car.
BMW has unveiled the latest iteration of its M Hybrid V8 for the 2026 World Endurance and IMSA SportsCar Championship campaigns, featuring comprehensive aerodynamic updates. The Dallara-based LMDh prototype showcases changes in the front end, with a smaller grille and redesigned splitter for improved airflow, as well as revamped headlamps. The development efforts, in collaboration with Dallara, aimed to enhance the V8-powered contender’s consistency across diverse circuits and improve cooling efficiency. The updated car is set to debut at the Rolex 24 at Daytona in January 2026 after initial testing at the WEC’s collective test in September at the Circuit of the Americas. BMW Motorsport chief Andreas Roos expressed confidence in the aerodynamic improvements, highlighting the team’s dedication to enhancing performance for the upcoming season. This update marks the second major upgrade to the M Hybrid V8 following a revised braking system introduced at the beginning of 2025, with the company yet to confirm if this required the use of an ‘evo joker.’
