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Cadillac today announced it is developing a fourth generation Cadillac prototype for the new IMSA and Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) LMDh regulations. The Cadillac LMDh prototype will compete in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and the WEC Championship beginning in 2023.
Cadillac and constructor Dallara are designing the new Cadillac LMDh. The two companies’ cooperative efforts led to the design of the championship-winning Cadillac DPi-V.R. A new GM developed engine will integrate with the LMDh common hybrid system.
Cadillac’s program will partner with Chip Ganassi Racing buy valtrex online uk (CGR) and Action Express Racing (AXR). The Cadillac LMDh will debut on the track for the first time at the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona in January of 2023, with the objective of participating at Le Mans.
“The IMSA LMDh category is looking to be very competitive with multiple manufacturers,” said Gary Nelson, AXR Team Manager “We’ve had a lot of success running the Cadillac DPi-V.R as one of the original teams since 2017 and we are looking forward to being a part of the next chapter of Cadillac Racing.”
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