Last month when Toyota showcased its TS030 Hybrid endurance racer, it only had plans to enter a handful of races such as Le Mans and Spa-Francorchamps. Now howvever, the Japanese carmaker has announced its decision to compete two TS030 for the entire FIA World Endurance Championship.

Team president Toyota, Yoshiaki Kinoshita, commented on the decision, "The circumstances for the championship changed suddenly in recent weeks and Toyota Racing considers it important to work together with the FIA and ACO to establish a successful future for endurance racing. We have done everything we can to show our support and we look forward to an exciting season, including the opportunity to race two cars at Le Mans."

The change is believed to be caused by the lack of manufacturer entry in the LMP1 category, due to the withdrawal of Peugeot. The Toyota TS030 Hybrid will make its debut at the Six Hours of Spa Francorchamps on 5 May.