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As Peugeot TotalEnergies embarks on its third full season with the 9X8 in the FIA WEC’s Hypercar class, it hopes that the latest update package for the car will help it string together strong…
Peugeot TotalEnergies is heading into its third full season in the FIA WEC’s Hypercar class with high hopes for improved performance thanks to the latest update package for the 9X8 car.
The French manufacturer’s program faced increased pressure following its debut towards the end of the 2022 season, having achieved only two podium finishes amid growing competition.
To enhance performance, Peugeot revamped the 9X8’s original downforce-generating concept with a more conventional aero package and introduced a new hydraulic gear shift activator. Despite these modifications, the team has yet to consistently lead the field.
Encouraging signs emerged towards the end of the 2024 season, culminating in a third-place finish in Bahrain for the No. 93 car.
A recently implemented suspension update, approved as another Evo “Joker” for the 2025 season launch, aims to optimize aerodynamics, enhance stability, and ultimately improve the car’s performance. This adjustment is expected to yield noticeable benefits at upcoming events like Imola and COTA.
