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Peugeot Sport’s technical director Olivier Jansonnie told media at Imola that the addition of a rear wing to the new
The new version of the 9X8 Le Mans Hypercar features 29-inch tires in the front and 34-inch tires in the rear, a departure from the initial 31-inch setup. The rebalancing of the car was necessary following this change, along with adjusting the weight distribution to optimize performance with the new tires. Peugeot initially thought Balance of Performance adjustments would offset the tire choice discrepancies, but that was not entirely the case. The introduction of the 29/34 tire dimensions revealed their superior performance, leading to a shift in strategy for Peugeot. The significant aerodynamic changes in the new 9X8 include a rear wing and a new floor, making it a fundamentally different car from its predecessor. Driver Nico Muller noted that the new car feels more connected, responding better to setup changes and being easier to bring into its optimal performance range. Despite past struggles, Peugeot is optimistic about the performance potential of the updated 9X8 with the new tire dimensions and aerodynamic enhancements.
