P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Cadillac and Ganassi to split after 2024 WEC and IMSA seasons
Chip Ganassi Racing has confirmed the end of their relationship with Cadillac parent company General Motors after a successful partnership spanning multiple racing series such as NASCAR, IndyCar, Extreme E, IMSA, and WEC. Despite the split, Ganassi remains optimistic about future collaborations with GM in racing. General Motors emphasized the successful history they shared with Ganassi Racing across various series and expressed commitment to continued success in IMSA and WEC. Ganassi’s focus now shifts towards sportscar racing, building on past achievements with the Ford GT programme and current endeavors in the LMDh category. They plan to maintain current staff and remain competitive in sportscar racing globally in the coming years. Despite the conclusion of their involvement in the Cadillac sportscar programme, Ganassi Racing reflects positively on their achievements and learnings in hybrid technology. Cadillac’s decision not to expand the WEC programme to two full-season cars was driven by financial considerations.
