IMSA test at Daytona: four new GT3 cars
The official IMSA test at Daytona last weekend brought out four new or heavily modified GT3 cars. These models should also compete in the DTM in 2026. IMSA asked for Balance of Performance (BoP) data, requiring manufacturers to run their new cars and updates publicly. This was necessary in view of the early season start in Daytona.
Lamborghini Temerario: new chapter after a decade
Lamborghini presented a completely new model with the Temerario GT3, replacing the Huracan after a decade. Developed completely under its own management for the first time, the car appeared at the test in the hands of the Pfaff Team. Previous tests had been shielded; Daytona was the first public appearance.
Development driver Andrea Caldarelli praised the car's reliability and operability. No major teething problems turned up at Le Castellet during the ongoing test days. According to Caldarelli, there is a solid foundation under the new design: the turbocharged engine is said to be easier to tune than the previous atmospheric engine, and the car demands slightly different, less physically taxing steering behaviour.
Test programmes continue: sessions are scheduled in Sebring. The Temerario's race premiere is scheduled for March, but at the Daytona 24-hour classic, Lamborghini will continue to drive the Huracan for now.
Other updates: Ford, Ferrari and Porsche
Besides Lamborghini, three vehicles with new Evo packages came into action: the Ford Mustang GT3 update, the Ferrari 296 GT3 and the Porsche 911 GT3 R. These updates are meant to fine-tune the cars before the FIA homologation is finally frozen.
About the Mustang, factory driver Mike Rockenfeller said the update is not yet final: there is no final homologation yet and they are still testing minor adjustments. He notices improvement in the brakes, but also signals slightly more air resistance. The effectiveness of the changes cannot yet be definitively judged.
- Four new/modified GT3 cars at IMSA test at Daytona
- Lamborghini Temerario replaces Huracan and is turbocharged
- Pfaff-Team tested the new Lamborghini in IMSA
- Ford Mustang GT3 update not yet final; brakes improved but more drag
- Ferrari 296 GT3 and Porsche 911 GT3 R appeared with Evo packages
All the brands involved are in a crucial development phase. FIA homologation is approaching, after which configurations will be frozen. That will make the upcoming tests decisive for how the cars perform in the DTM next season.
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