The Quest for Excellence: Duval Critiques Peugeot’s Performance for Le Mans 24 Hours

Peugeot Hypercar driver Loic Duval expressed disappointment after finishing towards the back at the 2025 Le Mans 24 Hours test day. Peugeot’s two 9X8 2024 LMHs struggled, with Duval’s car finishing at the rear in 20th and 21st places. Ahead of the World Endurance Championship double points round, Duval is not optimistic due to the team being three seconds off the pace. Despite knowing the challenge, Duval remains realistic about Peugeot’s current performance, stating that they lack the speed to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The team focused…

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Peugeot Le Mans Struggles: Racing Against the Odds for Performance

After the first day of running at the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans, Loïc Duval expressed disappointment with Peugeot’s performance, as they finished last on the timesheets and were not competitive with the leading Toyota team. Despite completing their planned testing program without major issues, Duval openly admitted that Peugeot lacked performance to challenge for victory or a top position in the race. He emphasized the team’s realistic approach, acknowledging the tough competition and stating that Peugeot was not surprised by their current pace relative to their competitors. Duval…

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Peugeot’s High-Octane Ambition: Revving Up for Le Mans Hypercar Domination in WEC

Peugeot plans to build a new Le Mans Hypercar as part of its long-term commitment to the World Endurance Championship. The French manufacturer has engaged in discussions with the rulemakers, ACO and FIA, to replace the 9X8 and aim for a debut around 2027. Peugeot’s CEO, Alain Favey, confirmed the brand’s participation in WEC for the long haul. Stellantis group motorsport boss, Jean-Marc Finot, indicated a likely continued presence in the series post-2026. Furthermore, Peugeot aims for sustained improvement and eventual success in the championship, citing a gradual approach to…

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Incredible Rolex 24 Showdown: Kobayashi Regains Lead From MSR in Dramatic Hour 7 Battle

Incredible Rolex 24 Showdown: Kobayashi Regains Lead From MSR in Dramatic Hour 7 Battle

Remember how Colin Braun and Meyer Shank Racing took the GTP lead at the top of the hour? It didn’t last long thanks to Wayne Taylor Racing’s Kamui Kobayashi. Kobayashi almost collided …

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Precision and Speed: Tandy and Kobayashi Dominate in Second Rolex 24 Practice Session

Precision and Speed: Tandy and Kobayashi Dominate in Second Rolex 24 Practice Session

GTP cars were not very active during Thursday night’s Practice 2 from Daytona International Speedway, but of those that were, Nick Tandy led the way for Porsche Penske Motorsport in a dead he…

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MSR Acura leads opening Rolex 24 practice

MSR Acura leads opening Rolex 24 practice

Acura Meyer Shank Racing with Curb Agajanian led a cold, cloudy first practice at Daytona International Speedway, setting the benchmark before this afternoon’s qualifying sessions for the 63r…

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