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Peugeot insists it is committed to WEC despite poor 9X8 results
Peugeot has indicated its intention to stay in the World Endurance Championship despite a disappointing performance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
The French manufacturer faced challenges at Le Mans, with its best finish being 12th in the race.
Peugeot has been competing in the WEC’s Hypercar class with its 9X8 LMH, but it hasn’t met the expected level of competitiveness.
The brand is considering options, including developing a new hypercar to replace the current model.
While there was an extension announced for LMDh and LMH cars in the Hypercar class until 2032, Peugeot’s future plans remain uncertain.
Peugeot’s motorsport chief expressed the desire to continue competing in the WEC, acknowledging challenges and the need for fair competition.
Despite difficulties at Le Mans, Peugeot remains committed to staying competitive in the championship.
