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Acura buoyed by weight reduction for IMSA Sebring 12 Hours
HRC USA president David Salters discussed the improvements in the ARX-06 program, mentioning the 17kg weight reduction since Daytona 24 Hours, which should enhance its competitiveness at Sebring. The Wayne Taylor Racing with Andretti Acura faced a challenging finish at Daytona, qualifying fifth and sixth in the GTP field, unlike Acura’s previous glory with pole position and victory in 2023. Despite Acura’s strong performance in the past, the team encountered setbacks like extra ballast due to the revised BoP calculations by IMSA. Salters acknowledged the weight penalty as a compliment, emphasizing the challenges heavy cars pose on various aspects of performance. Changes in BoP calculations were evident post-Daytona, with Cadillac receiving a 30kg increase while Acura saw weight reduction but also power limitations, showcasing the complexity of balancing performance across different car models in IMSA races.
