Motorsports

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 9, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 09, 2025 – The roar of Cadillac engines is set to echo through the world of Formula 1 as TWG Motorsports and General Motors accelerate their plans for a "full works" team. Today, they announced the formation of GM Performance Power Units LLC, a new company dedicated to building Cadillac's own Formula 1 powertrains, and named industry veteran Russ O'Blenes as its CEO.

GM Performance Power Units: A Driving Force in Cadillac's F1 Future

This strategic move solidifies Cadillac's commitment to becoming a major player in Formula 1 by the end of the decade. GM Performance Power Units will be responsible for developing the engines that will power the Cadillac F1 team when it hits the grid in 2026.

Russ O'Blenes Takes the Helm

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 18, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 18, 2024 – Audi Sport customer racing teams have concluded a remarkable season, achieving impressive results in various motorsport events across the globe. Despite a challenging year, the teams secured over 50 championship titles on five continents, highlighting the strength and competitiveness of Audi's customer racing program.

Remarkable Achievements in Endurance Racing

The 2024 season saw Audi Sport customer teams achieve outstanding results in endurance racing, including two overall victories in 24-hour races.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 18, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 18, 2024 – Audi Sport customer racing celebrates a successful end to the European GT3 and GT4 racing season with multiple titles and victories. Teams competing with the Audi R8 LMS GT3 and GT4 demonstrated impressive performance in various SRO-organized championships, securing wins and podiums throughout the year.

GT3 Successes: Saintéloc Racing Leads the Charge

The Saintéloc Racing team proved to be a dominant force in the Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS, achieving significant victories and championship titles.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 18, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 18, 2024 – Audi's journey to Formula 1 just got a major boost with a strategic investment from the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA). This partnership signifies a strong vote of confidence in Audi's F1 project and will accelerate the team's development as it prepares for its debut in the 2026 season.

QIA: A Long-Term Partner for Audi F1

QIA, the sovereign wealth fund of the State of Qatar, has acquired a significant minority stake in Sauber Holding AG, the entity that will become Audi's factory team in Formula 1. This investment represents a long-term commitment from QIA and will provide Audi with the necessary resources to compete at the highest level of motorsport.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 18, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 18, 2024 – Audi Sport customer racing celebrates another victory as the Audi R8 LMS GT2 secures a class title in the Campeonato de España de GT. This win follows a similar success in Belgium, demonstrating the impressive performance of the GT2 model in endurance racing.

Dominating Performance in Spain

Team CD Dago, with drivers Pablo Yeregui and Daniel Carretero, piloted their Audi R8 LMS GT2 to victory in the GPX class at the final round of the Campeonato de España de GT in Barcelona. Their consistent performance throughout the season, including six class wins, earned them the championship title in the Copa de España GPX category. This victory marks the second title for an Audi R8 LMS GT2 team this year, following Bert Longin's win in the Belcar Endurance Championship Legends Trophy in October.

Audi RS 3 LMS Triumphs in TCR Spain

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 18, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 18, 2024 – Audi Sport customer racing teams have continued their winning streak, securing multiple titles and victories in national and international endurance racing. The Audi R8 LMS GT3 and Audi RS 3 LMS proved their exceptional performance capabilities in various club racing events.

Audi R8 LMS GT3: Victorious at the Nürburgring

The Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) witnessed impressive performances by Audi customer teams. Team équipe vitesse emerged as a top contender, with Michael Heimrich, Arno Klasen, and Sascha Steinhardt securing victory in the SP9 Pro-Am classification with their Audi R8 LMS.

This team also celebrated two titles in the final classification of the racing series. Their #50 Audi R8 LMS earned the Goodyear Wingfoot Award, outperforming 14 other competitors. Additionally, Heimrich and Klasen claimed the SP9-Am classification title.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 18, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 18, 2024 – Audi Sport customer racing teams have continued their winning streak, securing multiple titles and victories in various touring car championships around the globe. From Italy to Australia, the Audi RS 3 LMS and Audi R8 LMS GT3 have proven their performance capabilities on the track.

Audi RS 3 LMS Dominates in Italy

The Audi RS 3 LMS has once again demonstrated its prowess in the Coppa Italia Turismo. Demir Eröge, driving for Aikoa Racing, clinched the overall championship title, while his teammate Francesco Cardone secured the DSG classification for cars with dual-clutch transmissions.

The final races at Misano witnessed a dominant performance by Audi drivers. Denis Babuin, behind the wheel of the Planet Motorsport Audi RS 3 LMS, claimed victory in both 25-minute sprint races.

TCR European Endurance Success

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 17, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 17, 2024 – BMW M Motorsport celebrates a triumphant 2024 season, marked by an impressive collection of victories, titles, and milestones across various racing disciplines. The BMW M Hybrid V8, BMW M4 GT3, and BMW M4 GT4 collectively achieved 215 wins, participated in over 1,000 races, and covered over a million kilometers.

BMW M Hybrid V8: A Strong Upward Trend

In its debut year in the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC) and second year in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship (IMSA series), the BMW M Hybrid V8 faced fierce competition. Despite initial challenges, the team showed a clear upward trajectory, culminating in a historic 1-2 finish for BMW M Team RLL in the IMSA series and the first podium for BMW M Team WRT in the FIA WEC.

BMW M4 GT3: A Consistent Performer

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 17, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 17, 2024 – DS Automobiles has been honored with the prestigious SMARTBEST 2025 award for its groundbreaking integration of ChatGPT into its DS IRIS SYSTEM. This recognition, from a jury of 31 automotive experts across 31 European countries, highlights DS Automobiles' commitment to innovation and customer-centric technology.

A Pioneer in Automotive AI

DS Automobiles is the first car manufacturer in the world to offer ChatGPT as a standard feature across its entire model range. This innovative move provides customers with an unparalleled level of connectivity, personalization, and convenience.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 17, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 17, 2024 – The Citroën C3 Rally2 is gearing up for another thrilling season in the WRC2 championship, and this time, it's a family affair! Brothers Yohan and Léo Rossel are teaming up to pilot the formidable rally car in 2025, building on the impressive success of the C3 Rally2 in previous years.

A Legacy of Speed and Reliability

The Citroën C3 Rally2 has become a dominant force in the rally world since its introduction seven years ago. Continuous refinement and collaboration between Citroën Racing and customer teams have resulted in a car renowned for its speed, reliability, and versatility. In 2024 alone, the C3 Rally2 amassed an astounding 135 victories worldwide, a testament to its performance capabilities and the dedication of the Citroën Racing team.

WRC2 Success and a Family Affair