LMGT3 will undergo major changes for the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship season, driven primarily by increased operational costs and team restructuring.

The cost of competing has risen substantially, with teams now facing:

• Increased air freight expenses following Qatar delays
• New marketing fees for onboard cameras
• Additional costs for 2025 number/information panels
• Higher travel and catering expenses

Total costs per car are expected to exceed $5 million in 2025.

Key Changes for 2025:

Porsche:

• Pure Rxcing and EMA departing
• Iron Dames joining from Lamborghini
• Ryan Hardwick likely joining with Manthey

Lamborghini:

• Iron Dames and Iron Lynx departing
• Potential complete exit from championship

Mercedes-AMG:

• Making WEC debut with Iron Lynx
• First Le Mans appearance since 1999

BMW:

• Continuing with WRT
• Valentino Rossi's return uncertain
• Darren Leung exploring options

Ferrari:

• Rebranding as Vista AF Corse
• Core drivers Mann and Flohr likely staying

Ford:

• Continuing Mustang LMGT3 program
• HRT joining as new customer

Other Manufacturers:

• Lexus continuing with AKKODIS ASP
• Corvette/TF Sport partnership continuing
• Aston Martin adding Racing Spirit of Léman
• McLaren/United Autosports likely returning

The 2025 grid is expected to maintain 18 cars with eight returning manufacturers plus Mercedes-AMG, though with significant driver lineup changes throughout the field.

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