Endurance Archive
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Audi fend off Porsche at Silverstone
A front row lock out for Porsche set up a strong showing for them the race. But it was to be Audi that took win at the opening round of the WEC this season. The early stages of the race were productive for Porsche’s Mark Webber. A perfect start saw him gap the trailing pack…
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6 Hours of Silverstone: Resources Page
Circuit Name: Silverstone Circuit Opened: 1947 Country: Great Britain Venue: Permanent Race Track Length: 5.109km Corners: 18 Timetable Date Session Start time End time Friday 10th April Free Practice 1 11:55 (local) 12:55 (CEST) 13:25 (local) 14:25 (CEST) Friday 10th April Free Practice 2 15:55 (local) 16:55 (CEST) 17:25 (local) 18:25 (CEST) Saturday 11th April…
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WEC: A beginner's guide – Part I
The FIA World Endurance Championship is arguably one of the fastest-growing motorsport series in the world, reaching more and more new fans all over the world. For newcomers to the series, the 30+ cars and long races may seem a little overwhelming. Here at WEC-magazin.com, we hope to clarify some questions you may have if…
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Nissan push GTR-LM debut back to Le Mans
Nissan will miss the opening two round of this years World Endurance Championship at Silverstone and Spa-Francorchamps in order to focus on a continued testing program. The team have also announced their withdrawal from the pre-season test at Paul Ricard, meaning that the team will make their debut at Le Mans in June with their full three car…
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Oliver Jarvis Q&A: It won’t be an easy job but I’m looking forward to it
Oliver Jarvis has proved himself to be among the top level of drivers in the LMP1 class with two podiums at Le Mans in the past three years. 2015 marks the Briton’s first full season in the WEC. Jarvis will be sharing then #8 Audi R18 e-tron quattro this season with Lucas di Grassi and…
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Interview with Sébastien Buemi
Toyota Racing driver Sébastien Buemi went through last season with many ups and downs. 2014 saw the Swiss driver crowned World Drivers’ Champion of LMP1 alongside team mate Anthony Davidson. Endurance Archive spoke with him about the upcoming season. WM: The 2014 season could not have gone better for you and your team. Describe your…