Motorsports

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 23, 2025 – Goodyear returned to the 24 Hours of Le Mans in full force this past weekend, powering an impressive 41 race entries and demonstrating its legendary endurance tire technology at the world’s most prestigious motorsport event.

With a strategy built around tire longevity and consistent performance, Goodyear supported the entire LMGT3 and LMP2 grids at the 93rd edition of Le Mans. Some drivers managed to complete up to five consecutive stints—covering more than 600 kilometers—on a single set of Goodyear’s slick compounds, matching the maximum allowed driving time without sacrificing grip or speed.

Endurance and efficiency take the spotlight

The success of Goodyear’s racing tires came down to their ability to maintain performance over long distances—an edge that matters in a race where every second counts.

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With every car in both the LMGT3 and LMP2 classes racing exclusively on Goodyear tires, the company underscored its reputation for endurance, adaptability, and fan engagement. From outstanding tire longevity to an unforgettable fan experience, Goodyear’s presence at Le Mans was nothing short of record-breaking.

Endurance That Exceeds Driver Limits

Goodyear Eagle racing tires were put to the ultimate test in a dry, fast-paced race weekend that followed unusually warm weather. The results were exceptional: many teams completed up to four full driving stints—about 44 laps or 600 kilometers—on a single set of tires. That’s twice the length of a typical Formula 1 Grand Prix.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 23, 2025 – Goodyear is making headlines this weekend at the legendary ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring, where nearly one-third of all competing teams are choosing its tires. With 45 of the 141 race entries riding on Goodyear rubber, the brand is set to deliver a strong performance at one of the world’s most demanding endurance races.

Held on a stunning 25-kilometer layout combining the Nordschleife and Grand Prix circuits, the event is part of the Intercontinental GT Challenge, placing it firmly on the international racing map. And in this high-pressure environment, Goodyear is rolling out both technology and heart.

Competing at the top across GT3 and GT4 classes

At the Nürburgring, teams are free to choose their tire partner — and Goodyear’s widespread selection speaks volumes. The brand will supply tires for top-tier GT3 entries in the SP9 class, supporting premium performance teams from:

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A Promising Start That Fell Short in the Race

The weekend looked hopeful when Sheldon van der Linde and Dries Vanthoor secured third and fourth on the grid, ending Vanthoor’s impressive streak of four consecutive pole positions. But Detroit’s unforgiving streets didn’t allow the BMW M Hybrid V8s to capitalize on these strong starts.

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This landmark victory marks the first time the BMW M4 GT3 EVO has topped the podium in IMSA competition, as well as Harper and Hesse’s first North American win—delivering a weekend of celebration for BMW fans.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 23, 2025 – The Winward Racing team has reclaimed its championship momentum with a hard-fought second-place finish in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship GT Daytona (GTD) class at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park. Despite a dramatic late-race caution that ended the contest under yellow, co-drivers Russell Ward and Philip Ellis powered the No. 57 Mercedes-AMG GT3 back to the podium — and further strengthened their lead in the 2025 championship standings.

A Strong Weekend Performance Despite Late-Race Drama

From the start of the weekend, Winward Racing demonstrated top-tier performance. Ward secured second place in GTD qualifying on Saturday and maintained that spot throughout his opening race stint.

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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.

Strategic Racing Against the Odds

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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.

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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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.