Later LMP1 designs included hybrid cars that use electric motors to assist acceleration. Le Mans Prototypes are considered a class above production-based grand tourer cars, which compete alongside them in sports car racing. While not as fast as open-wheel Formula One cars around a track, LMP1s were the fastest closed-wheel racing cars used in circuit racing. Currently, there are three classes within Le Mans Prototypes, designated LMP1, LMP2, and LMP3.
The technical requirements for an LMP include bodywork covering all mechanical elements of the car. Le Mans Prototypes were created by the Automobile Club de l'Ouest (ACO). Audi R10 TDI in the 2008 12 Hours of Sebring, 2008Ī Le Mans Prototype ( LMP) is the type of sports prototype race car previously and currently used in various races and championships, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans, FIA World Endurance Championship, IMSA SportsCar Championship, European Le Mans Series and Asian Le Mans Series.
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