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Jota closing on deal to run second Porsche Hypercar in WEC 2024
The team has announced its plans to field an additional 963 car in the 2024 WEC season, with an order already placed for the extra chassis. They are making progress on securing the necessary funding and commercial package for the second car. The goal is to have a two-car Hertz Team Jota entry next season. The driver lineup for the additional car has not been confirmed yet, but the team is looking at experienced LMP2 drivers. Robert Kubica is one of the drivers in discussions with Jota for the 2024 season. The Proton team also has aspirations to expand its program with the 963 car, potentially in the WEC. The final decisions on the 2024 programs will depend on the calendars and avoiding schedule clashes. Porsche’s focus is on providing support and ensuring the cars race properly rather than just selling them. Four customer 963 cars have been released to privateer teams during the 2023 season.
Source: Autosport.com
