Car Racing

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 23, 2025 –

An Electric Welcome in Le Mans

On Friday, the two PEUGEOT 9X8 race cars and their drivers took part in the traditional Scrutineering at Place de la République, drawing a large crowd for the required administrative and technical checks. The team also posed for an official group photo. Saturday afternoon brought even more excitement as Loïc Duval drove one of the PEUGEOT 9X8s through the streets of Le Mans, accompanied by 19 other race cars and thousands of cheering fans.

Clocking Kilometers and Gathering Insights

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 23, 2025 – The legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans is back, and Team Peugeot TotalEnergies is revving up for an electrifying third appearance with two PEUGEOT 9X8 Hypercars—ready to challenge the world’s best in this iconic race watched by over 300,000 fans.

With a rich racing legacy and a wave of passionate support, PEUGEOT enters this year’s edition more prepared and more determined than ever. The team will field the #93 car driven by Paul Di Resta, Mikkel Jensen, and Jean-Eric Vergne, and the #94 car shared by Loïc Duval, Malthe Jakobsen, and Stoffel Vandoorne.

Le Mans: The Ultimate French Motorsport Festival

Le Mans isn't just a race—it's a celebration of endurance, national pride, and automotive excellence. For many fans, cheering for PEUGEOT is a lifelong tradition.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 23, 2025 –

Although the PEUGEOT 9X8 #93 finished 11th and the #94 had to retire, both cars demonstrated strong qualifying pace and battled fiercely within the top five before misfortunes struck. Despite the outcome, the race highlighted the 9X8’s evolving competitiveness in the Hypercar category.

Pushing Performance Limits on the Track

Both PEUGEOT 9X8 cars qualified in the top 10 and delivered thrilling action early in the race. Drivers Paul di Resta (#93) and Loïc Duval (#94) traded places in a spirited opening hour, taking full advantage of the track’s dynamic conditions.

Strategic moves under a Virtual Safety Car allowed for tire changes that brought the cars into podium contention.

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In a dramatic showdown on the iconic “Ardennes Rollercoaster,” both Peugeot 9X8 Hypercars stormed into the Hyperpole session, setting the stage for one of their strongest qualifying efforts yet in the Hypercar era. For motorsport enthusiasts and Peugeot fans alike, this is a thrilling sign of what’s to come on race day.

A proud home performance for Stoffel Vandoorne

Stoffel Vandoorne, racing in front of his home crowd in Belgium, delivered a stunning lap in Hyperpole to secure the fourth fastest time of the session. Clocking in at 2:00.218, his performance placed the PEUGEOT 9X8 #94 on the second row of the starting grid—marking a high point in the team's qualifying history.

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With PEUGEOT 9X8 #94 and #93 currently in 14th and 19th place respectively, the team remains focused on reaching the finish line of the 93rd edition of this iconic race.

Car #94 keeps pushing after leading stints

Last night, car #94 was fighting within the top 10 thanks to a strategy of 13 laps per stint. After a spin following contact with the Alpine #35 around 10:00 PM, it is now in 14th place, two laps behind the leader. Its three drivers – Loïc Duval, Malthe Jakobsen, and Stoffel Vandoorne – are stringing together long stints of 177 km on medium compound tires.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 23, 2025 –

Unveiling a GTI Milestone on the World Stage

Volkswagen will present a world premiere during the race weekend with the introduction of a special anniversary model commemorating five decades of GTI legacy. While full details remain under wraps, fans can expect a top-tier vehicle that blends power, style, and cutting-edge features like never before.

And that’s just the beginning. Volkswagen is turning the Nürburgring into a GTI fan haven, complete with high-octane competition, exclusive displays, and interactive experiences.

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Despite not reaching the podium this time, fans can still take pride in the team's grit and determination as they continue to push forward in the 2025 season.

A gritty street fight with setbacks

On the narrow and unforgiving Detroit street circuit, both BMW M Hybrid V8s started strong, qualifying in third and fourth positions. The lineup of Sheldon van der Linde (RSA) and Dries Vanthoor (BEL) had high hopes to extend their impressive performances from Long Beach and Laguna Seca.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 23, 2025 –

Building on its Motorsport heritage, the new M2 CS brings increased horsepower, weight-saving design, and race-ready features into a street-legal package. It’s a bold step forward in performance, blending cutting-edge technology and emotional driving dynamics with everyday usability.

A Lightweight Powerhouse with Racing Roots

Under the hood, the M2 CS features a high-revving inline 6-cylinder engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology. This powertrain delivers an impressive 523 horsepower—50 more than the standard M2—and 479 lb-ft of torque across a broad rev range.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 23, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 23, 2025 – In a major boost for motorsport fans and diversity in racing, BMW of North America has announced that Samantha Tan will continue her role as BMW M Motorsport Global Ambassador through 2026. The dynamic 27-year-old Asian-Canadian driver and co-owner of Samantha Tan (ST) Racing will make appearances across North America, Europe, and Asia—bringing her energy, excellence, and passion to one of the world’s most storied automotive brands.

Inspiring Ambassadorship on and off the Track

Samantha Tan’s journey with BMW has been nothing short of remarkable. As the current front-runner in the IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge, piloting a BMW M4 GT3 in the GTDX class, she has already claimed two wins and four podiums this season. Sitting fourth in the championship and leading the Bronze cup, her trajectory shows no signs of slowing down.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 23, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 23, 2025 – BMW’s momentum in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship shows no signs of slowing down, as the BMW M Hybrid V8 once again stole the spotlight at Laguna Seca. With a fourth consecutive pole position and a dramatic third-place podium finish for the #24 car, the race delivered excitement, strategy, and promising signals for fans and drivers alike.

Pole to Podium: BMW’s Bold Performance

Dries Vanthoor continued his qualifying dominance, securing the #24 BMW M Hybrid V8's fourth straight pole position, a feat achieved alongside teammate Philipp Eng. During the race, the duo fought fiercely, leading the field for the first 50 minutes and keeping pressure on the top contenders right to the final corner.