Toyota Gazoo Racing's Lexus LC places first in the SP-Pro Class
18 May 2018|2,793 views
Having completed Qualifying Session One and Two, the Lexus LC recorded a time of 0:8:34.591, ultimately qualifying for the main race in 32nd position overall. The main race started with driver Matsui at the wheel of the Lexus LC among a total race field of 147 cars. The Lexus LC contacted another car immediately after start and was worried about its damage to the vehicle. However, it didn't reach the emergency pit-in and the treatment was carried out with the pit-in of the routine.
Even after that, problems such as powertrain, brake, tyres and electric system occurred. However, each time the drivers, mechanics and engineers corresponded quickly and surely, returning the car to the course once more. The Lexus LC continued without any major issues, made laps, and even increased its position ranking. When the checkered flag was finally waved, the LC took first place in the SP-Pro class and finished 96th overall.
Shigeki Tomoyama, Gazoo Racing Company President, said, "Although our Lexus LC was forced to pit-in many times unexpectedly, we are delighted to complete the 24 hours and the whole race. The drivers, mechanics, engineers, and support staff all carried out their roles, and we made every effort to race the car without giving up until the very end. We would like to express our sincerest gratitude to all of our suppliers and partner companies who have helped to sustain these activities and, of course, to all of the fans who have continued to support us."
Shigeki Tomoyama, Gazoo Racing Company President, said, "Although our Lexus LC was forced to pit-in many times unexpectedly, we are delighted to complete the 24 hours and the whole race. The drivers, mechanics, engineers, and support staff all carried out their roles, and we made every effort to race the car without giving up until the very end. We would like to express our sincerest gratitude to all of our suppliers and partner companies who have helped to sustain these activities and, of course, to all of the fans who have continued to support us."
Having completed Qualifying Session One and Two, the Lexus LC recorded a time of 0:8:34.591, ultimately qualifying for the main race in 32nd position overall. The main race started with driver Matsui at the wheel of the Lexus LC among a total race field of 147 cars. The Lexus LC contacted another car immediately after start and was worried about its damage to the vehicle. However, it didn't reach the emergency pit-in and the treatment was carried out with the pit-in of the routine.
Even after that, problems such as powertrain, brake, tyres and electric system occurred. However, each time the drivers, mechanics and engineers corresponded quickly and surely, returning the car to the course once more. The Lexus LC continued without any major issues, made laps, and even increased its position ranking. When the checkered flag was finally waved, the LC took first place in the SP-Pro class and finished 96th overall.
Shigeki Tomoyama, Gazoo Racing Company President, said, "Although our Lexus LC was forced to pit-in many times unexpectedly, we are delighted to complete the 24 hours and the whole race. The drivers, mechanics, engineers, and support staff all carried out their roles, and we made every effort to race the car without giving up until the very end. We would like to express our sincerest gratitude to all of our suppliers and partner companies who have helped to sustain these activities and, of course, to all of the fans who have continued to support us."
Shigeki Tomoyama, Gazoo Racing Company President, said, "Although our Lexus LC was forced to pit-in many times unexpectedly, we are delighted to complete the 24 hours and the whole race. The drivers, mechanics, engineers, and support staff all carried out their roles, and we made every effort to race the car without giving up until the very end. We would like to express our sincerest gratitude to all of our suppliers and partner companies who have helped to sustain these activities and, of course, to all of the fans who have continued to support us."
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