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2016 Refresher: New LMP1 challengers for 2016

2016 Refresher: New LMP1 challengers for 2016
14/04/2016

Get a final quick refresher on what is new for the big three LMP1 manufacturers in this season's FIA World Endurance Championship:

Porsche 919 Hybrid

Engine: 2-litre V4 petrol - Turbo

Hybrid Systems: Front-axle KERS and exhaust driven turbine – battery stored

Energy Retrieval class: 8MJ

Tyres: Michelin

New for 2016: Developed 2015 concept in all areas – aerodynamics, vehicle dynamics & engine, Numbers #1 and #2 in 2016.

Toyota TS050 HYBRID

Engine: 2.4-litre V6 petrol – Twin-turbo

Hybrid Systems: Twin-axle generated KERS, battery storage

Energy Retrieval class: 8MJ (Up from 6MJ in 2015)

Tyres: Michelin

New for 2016: All-new concept (chassis, engine, battery storage……..and car #5 and #6), Kamui Kobayashi replaces Alex Wurz.

Audi R18

Engine: 3.7-litre V6 diesel - Turbo

Hybrid Systems: Single-axle generated KERS, battery storage.

Energy Retrieval class: 6MJ (up from 4MJ in 2015)

Tyres: Michelin

New for 2016: All-new concept (chassis, engine, battery storage……..and car)