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The Balance of Performance (BoP) measures for the Hypercar category has been finalised ahead of the FIA World Endurance Championship
The FIA WEC has announced the Balance of Performance measures for the upcoming 1812 km season-opener in Qatar on 2 March, preceded by pre-season testing on 24-25 February. Nine Hypercar manufacturers will compete in the 2024 season, including the debut of Alpine and entries from BMW, Lamborghini, and Isotta Fraschini. Minimum weight, power, and maximum energy per stint have been specified for each car category. All Hypercar entrants in the WEC will now use hybrid powertrains, with LMDh cars mandated to use Bosch motor generator units. Notably, the Peugeot 9X8 LMH will activate its ERS at 150 kph, while other LMH cars will do so at 190 kph. Alpine, BMW, Cadillac Racing, Ferrari, Isotta Fraschini, Lamborghini, Peugeot, Porsche Penske Motorsport, and Toyota GAZOO Racing are all gearing up for the season.
