In the Hypercar class (LMH/LMDh), BMW M Team WRT headed to Le Mans on the back of a one-two finish at the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. In the #20 BMW M Hybrid V8, Robin Frijns, René Rast and Sheldon van der Linde were looking to build on their success, with the #15 car featuring Kevin Magnussen, Raffaele Marciello and Dries Vanthoor hot on their heels. A total of 18 Hypercars lined up on the grid in this competitive field. Following a thrilling race, Frijns, Rast and van der Linde secured second place in the #20 Shell BMW M Hybrid V8. In doing so, BMW M Team WRT secured BMW M Motorsport’s first overall Le Mans podium finish since 1999.
In the LMGT3 class, 25 vehicles were battling for victory. Among them were the BMW M4 GT3 EVO cars fielded by Team WRT with the tried-and-tested driver line-up from the WEC: the #32 with Darren Leung, Sean Gelael and Augusto Farfus, and the #69 with Anthony McIntosh, Parker Thompson and Daniel Harper. Over the course of the 24 hours, the two BMW M4 GT3 EVO cars were unable to keep up with the pace at the front which turned out a seventh place finish for Farfus, Geleael and Leung. Their teammates in the #69 car had to retire due to gearbox problems.
WORLD PREMIERE OF THE BMW M CONCEPT NEUE KLASSE.
WORLD PREMIERE OF THE BMW M CONCEPT NEUE KLASSE.
Design meets performance: the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse was unveiled to the world for the first time at Le Mans. The vehicle showcases the new design language for BMW M high-performance models and sends a clear signal regarding the brand’s all-electric future.
FANZONE.
FANZONE.
In the Fanzone in the Village, BMW M put several vehicles on display, in line with the principle “Born on the Racetrack. Made for the Streets.” They were the BMW M Hybrid V8 test car in Shell livery, an M2 with BMW M Performance Track Kit, a BMW M3 CS Touring, a BMW M440i Convertible and a M1000 RR from BMW Motorrad. There were also a lifestyle shop and professional racing simulators.
M CORSO.
M CORSO.
On Saturday, 13 June, at 12:22 pm local time, the BMW M Corso drove along the world-famous track, including all six generations of the BMW M3, the X5 M Safety Car and the new BMW M Concept Neue Klasse as a highlight.
CLUBHOUSE.
The BMW M Clubhouse was the exclusive hospitality area for visitors with a VIP Package. Alongside numerous events, the BMW M3 Touring 24H made an appearance following its success at the 24 Hours of Nürburgring.
GLAMPING.
In the glamping area, not far from the paddock, guests were greeted at the entrance by the six generations of the BMW M3, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. Alongside highlights such as a coffee bar and an exclusive lounge, the Ultimate Sound Machine was also on location – the rolling DJ stage based on a BMW XM.
