Nissan after much hype and press coverage has withdrawn from LMP1 racing. Mechanical problems with the energy recovery system meant that Nissan had to run at the Le Mans 24 Hours on engine power alone.
Over the weekend, 62,000 people saw a repeat of Porsche’s one-two result at Le Mans in 2015, the third major success for the young team. For ex Formula One driver Mark Webber, it is the first WEC race win. Porsche has extended its lead in the manufacturers’ world championship 33 points ahead of Audi and 95 in front of defending champion Toyota. Nissan has withdrawn entirely after laughable efforts. Photo courtesy of Porsche.
