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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 25, 2025 – Lancia is officially writing a bold new chapter in rallying history, unveiling the Ypsilon Rally2 HF Integrale and confirming a full WRC2 programme for 2026 that connects its legendary past with an electric, performance-focused future for everyday drivers.

A legend returns: from Stratos and Delta to Ypsilon Rally2 HF Integrale
Presented at Stellantis Motorsport headquarters in Satory, the new Ypsilon Rally2 HF Integrale will compete in the FIA World Rally Championship’s WRC2 category from 2026. For rally fans, it’s more than just another new car: it’s the rebirth of the most successful marque in the sport’s history, a brand that has collected 11 World Rally Constructors’ titles as well as wins at the Mille Miglia, Targa Florio and Carrera Panamericana.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 13, 2025 – Audi is stepping onto the biggest stage in motorsport — and doing it with purpose. Just 115 days before its first Formula 1 race, the brand unveiled its striking new R26 Concept in Munich, offering a clear look at how Audi intends not only to compete, but to redefine its identity through F1. With a new design philosophy, ambitious leadership, and a modern factory-team structure spanning Germany, Switzerland, and the UK, Audi’s entry into Formula 1 signals far more than a sporting milestone.

A new chapter in Audi’s transformation
For CEO Gernot Döllner, Formula 1 is a crucial driver of cultural and technological renewal:

“Entering Formula 1 is the next chapter in the company’s renewal. Formula 1 will be a catalyst for the change towards a leaner, faster and more innovative Audi.”

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 13, 2025 – Audi has officially revealed the design direction that will carry the brand into its long-awaited Formula 1 debut in 2026 — and the message from Munich is clear: this is more than entering a racing series. It’s a transformation of the entire company. The newly unveiled Audi R26 Concept delivers the first glimpse of what the four rings will look like at the pinnacle of motorsport, combining cutting-edge engineering with an elevated emotional identity.

A racing entry with a deeper purpose
During the Audi One reveal event, CEO Gernot Döllner emphasized that Formula 1 is not merely a thrill — it's a strategic leap:

“Our entry into Formula 1 is part of something bigger… a catalyst for change towards a leaner, faster, and more innovative Audi.”

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 10, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 10, 2025 - For decades, American BMW privateers had to wrench their own street cars into race shape. Today, they can order a factory-built BMW race car with a parts pipeline, tech support, and a clear pathway from entry level to the top of GT racing. Chapter 45 of PressClub USA's customer-racing history explains how that transformation happened - and why it reshaped paddocks across the U.S.

Why North America was a special challenge
Sanctioning bodies in the U.S. long used rulebooks that didn't match Europe's, which meant BMW's touring and GT customer cars couldn't slot in. While BMW NA's factory team adapted Euro-spec machines for IMSA, private teams had to strip road cars and build them up - roll cages, suspension, brakes, the works. The missing piece wasn't enthusiasm; it was a formal structure for support and parts on this side of the Atlantic.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 10, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 10, 2025 - As dusk settles over Daytona International Speedway this weekend, a new era of BMW endurance racing will quite literally shine. BMW M Team WRT is taking the BMW M Hybrid V8 onto American soil for its first official IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship test - and the prototype's new yellow headlights are stealing the show before the race even begins.

A debut that blends design and performance
BMW's latest evolution of its hybrid hypercar pairs technological refinement with visual drama. Alongside aerodynamic tweaks like a slimmer kidney grille and reworked front splitter, the 2026 version debuts new high-performance headlights designed to improve night visibility while paying homage to BMW M's racing heritage.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 10, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 10, 2025 - The next generation of racing talent is ready to take the wheel. BMW M Motorsport has proudly concluded the inaugural year of its M Racing Academy, a comprehensive training program dedicated to shaping rising stars from customer racing into complete professional drivers. The "Class of 2025" - Berkay Besler, Nerea Martí, Matt Million, and Niels Tröger - spent the past year immersed in a hands-on journey of performance, mentorship, and personal growth under the guidance of BMW's elite works drivers.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 23, 2025 –

After starting from the second and third rows on the grid, both cars showed strong pace on the newly resurfaced Interlagos circuit. The PEUGEOT 9X8 #94, driven by Loïc Duval and Malthe Jakobsen, crossed the finish line in sixth place, closely followed by the #93 of Paul Di Resta and Mikkel Jensen in seventh.

A Strong Start and Promising Early Stints

The race began with both PEUGEOT 9X8s getting off to a confident start. Loïc Duval, behind the wheel of car #94, held onto fourth position with a lap time of 1:25.520 by lap five. Mikkel Jensen in car #93 gained a place early on, finishing the opening lap in fifth. Before the first pit stops, both cars advanced into third and fourth positions.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 23, 2025 – Team Peugeot TotalEnergies achieved its best qualifying performance since early 2023, placing both PEUGEOT 9X8 Hypercars on the second and third rows of the grid for the Rolex 6 Hours of São Paulo, which took place on July 13.

Malthe Jakobsen Impressed in His First Ever WEC Qualifying

At just 21 years old, Danish driver Malthe Jakobsen took part in his first FIA World Endurance Championship qualifying session at Interlagos. Driving the PEUGEOT 9X8 #94, he delivered a standout performance by setting a lap time of 1:22.948, earning fourth position on the starting grid.

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Pushing Forward After Le Mans

The São Paulo race signaled a fresh start for the second half of the season, and Team Peugeot TotalEnergies embraced the opportunity to confirm the progress glimpsed earlier in the year. The iconic Autódromo José Carlos Pace — twisting between São Paulo’s Guarapiranga and Billings lakes — once again tested the endurance and precision of every team.

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A Determined Effort Amid Challenging Circumstances

Despite meticulous preparation and high hopes, the Peugeot 9X8 #94 and #93 finished 12th and 17th respectively in this grueling endurance race. Although #94 set a new Hypercar distance record with an impressive 384 laps (5,232 km), the final standings did not reflect the team’s relentless efforts on and off the track.

The team had shown strong performances in earlier World Endurance Championship rounds in Qatar, Imola, and Spa-Francorchamps, but the unique regulations and competitive dynamics at Le Mans posed unexpected hurdles.

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