Lamborghini Withdraws from World Endurance Championship
Summary
Lamborghini has made the significant decision to withdraw from the World Endurance Championship (WEC), stepping away from both the Hypercar and LMGT3 classes. This move results from a regulation change mandating Hypercar teams to field two cars, while Lamborghini opted to campaign just a single SC63 for the 2024 season. Instead, the luxury automaker will concentrate on developing the GT3 variant of the new Temerario, set for release in 2026, and will persist in its involvement in the IMSA SportsCar Championship across the Atlantic.
Looking ahead, Lamborghini is re-evaluating its participation in the LMDh program for 2025, particularly in light of the WEC's new requirement for competitors to run two vehicles. The company is weighing the possibility of scaling back its engagement in either the WEC or IMSA. Although Lamborghini would prefer to maintain one entry in each series, the logistical challenges of managing multiple cars may necessitate difficult choices. With a relatively small motorsport division compared to rivals, Lamborghini faces added complexity as the WEC entry deadline looms on November 18, but they remain hopeful for a future return to top-tier endurance racing.