IMSA Stars Gear Up for Crucial Roar Before the 24 at Daytona
The IMSA 2025 season kicks off at Daytona International Speedway with the Roar Before the 24 test, following an insightful media day that revealed key developments across multiple teams.
Race car entering pit lane
Wayne Taylor Racing's return to Cadillac marks a significant shift, with Ricky Taylor noting the extensive evolution in factory support compared to the DPi era. Louis Deletraz highlights notable differences between the Acura ARX-06 and the new Cadillac V-Series.R, particularly in power delivery and traction.
Meyer Shank Racing makes a comeback with Acura, with Colin Braun expressing optimism about the team's return to GTP competition. The Lamborghini SC63 program continues in IMSA GTP despite its WEC exit, with Mirko Bortolotti leading development efforts.
Reigning champions Porsche Penske Motorsport maintain their winning strategy, implementing minor refinements and a key suspension update to the 963. Jonathan Diuguid, the team's managing director, emphasizes continuity in their approach.
In GTD PRO, AO Racing's Laurin Heinrich expresses confidence in defending their title with the No. 77 "Rexy" Porsche. Meanwhile, Seb Priaulx transitions to Ford as a factory driver, bringing fresh excitement to the manufacturer's program.
The GTD class sees significant changes with the introduction of torque sensors for all vehicles. Mercedes-AMG faces a unique challenge as the only manufacturer without prior experience with these sensors from WEC competition. Stefan Wendl, Mercedes-AMG's customer racing boss, acknowledges they'll need several races to adapt to the new technical requirements.
The Trackhouse by TF Corvette entry adds intrigue with its impressive driver lineup featuring Shane van Gisbergen, Connor Zilisch, Scott McLaughlin, and Ben Keating, though the team faces the challenge of limited testing time before the event.
This comprehensive three-day test session sets the stage for what promises to be an exciting season, with teams and drivers eager to establish their competitive positions in the championship.
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