As of 2023, there are two classes within Le Mans Prototypes, designated LMP2 and LMP3. While not as fast as open-wheel Formula One cars around a track, the LMP1s were the fastest closed-wheel racing cars used in circuit racing.

The Audi R8 is a sports-racing car prepared for the LMP900 class at Le Mans and in the American Le Mans Series. The car was developed by Audi Motorsport and Joest Racing, and debuted in 2000, winning the 12 Hours of Sebring.

The Audi R18 is a Le Mans Prototype (LMP) racing car constructed by the German car manufacturer Audi AG. It is the successor to the Audi R15 TDI. Like its predecessor, the R18 uses a TDI turbocharged diesel engine but with a reduced capacity of …

These two styles of cars make up the series’ five classes – Grand Touring Prototype (GTP), Le Mans Prototype 2 (LMP2), Le Mans Prototype 3 (LMP3), GT Daytona Pro (GTD PRO) and GT Daytona (GTD). To help fans follow the on-track action, the WeatherTech Championship uses a Leader Light System.

lmp2 Introduction A Le Mans Prototype (LMP) is the type of sports car used to compete in a multitude of races and championships, such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans, FIA World Endurance Championship, IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, European Le Mans Series and Asian Le Mans Series.

The Audi R8 is a sports-racing car prepared for sports car racing in the LMP900 class at Le Mans and in the American Le Mans Series. The car was developed by Audi Motorsport and Joest Racing and first debuted in 2000, winning the 12 Hours of Sebring .

Sep 22, 2021 · While GT3 racing remains the priority for van der Linde, who is currently in the thick of the title fight in the DTM, the factory Audi driver is eyeing more opportunities in LMP2s in 2022, with...

Jun 22, 2013 · Tom Kristensen, Allan McNish and Loïc Duval won the 2013 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans with Audi R18 Etron Quatro #2, after a fierce battle with Toyota TS 030 Hybrid #8. The Audi #2 had a perfect race spending no time off …

Sep 22, 2021 · GT3 racing star Kelvin van der Linde says he is looking for more opportunities in the LMP2 class ahead of Audi’s return to the Le Mans 24 Hours in 2023 with an LMDh prototype.

May 18, 2021 · Multimatic has been confirmed as the chassis supplier for both the Porsche and Audi LMDh programs that are due to make their competition debuts in 2023.