The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) has announced plans to introduce a new class of hybrid hypercars in its WeatherTech SportsCar Championship series starting in 2023.
The Le Mans Daytona Hybrid (LMDH) class will feature vehicles that are designed to compete in both the IMSA series in North America and the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) series in Europe.
IMSA's LMDH class will consist of hybrid vehicles with a common chassis and bodywork, and a choice of powertrain. This will allow manufacturers to use their own engine and hybrid systems, creating a level playing field for competition. The LMDH class will replace the current Daytona Prototype international (DPi) class, which will run its final season in 2022.
Several manufacturers have already expressed interest in competing in the new LMDH class, including Acura, Audi, BMW, Corvette, Ferrari, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Lamborghini, Mazda, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG, Nissan, Porsche, and Toyota. The LMDH class is expected to bring a new level of competition to IMSA, with a diverse range of manufacturers and powertrains vying for victory.
IMSA's LMDH class will consist of hybrid vehicles with a common chassis and bodywork, and a choice of powertrain. This will allow manufacturers to use their own engine and hybrid systems, creating a level playing field for competition. The LMDH class will replace the current Daytona Prototype international (DPi) class, which will run its final season in 2022.
Several manufacturers have already expressed interest in competing in the new LMDH class, including Acura, Audi, BMW, Corvette, Ferrari, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Lamborghini, Mazda, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG, Nissan, Porsche, and Toyota. The LMDH class is expected to bring a new level of competition to IMSA, with a diverse range of manufacturers and powertrains vying for victory.