BMW Confirms First Evo Joker for M Hybrid V8 – Sportscar365

BMW has joined forces with Porsche and Cadillac in utilizing the LMDh ‘evo joker’ upgrade, a strategic tool designed to boost performance.The German automaker has focused its single joker upgrade on enhancing the braking system of their M Hybrid V8.

“We will see after the race,” said Andreas Roos, BMW’s head of motorsport. “For sure,we did our progress and worked on the topics,but at the end the final check you get in race conditions.”

While confirming the upgrade,Roos remained tight-lipped about the specifics of the implemented changes. BMW initially unveiled these brake enhancements and additional drivability modifications during a November test at Daytona. at the time, it was uncertain if these changes would necessitate the use of a joker upgrade.

Further testing of these brake upgrades took place in Bahrain following a World Endurance Championship test conducted by Team WRT. Roos expressed measured optimism about the impact of these changes, noting that the upcoming Rolex 24 at Daytona will provide a crucial real-world test.

BMW’s performance at last weekend’s Roar Before the Rolex 24 was undeniably strong. Dries vanthoor set the quickest overall time in the No.24 car, leaving the team with a positive outlook.

“Definitely, when you just look on the numbers and the results we can be super happy with the Roar,” said Roos. “But we also know that at the end everybody is concentrating on his [own] program and then you don’t know who ran which weight and which setup.”

BMW Revs up for endurance racing with LMDh Upgrade

BMW has switched gears in its pursuit of endurance racing dominance, strategically leveraging the LMDh ‘evo joker’ upgrade to fine-tune its BMW M Hybrid V8. This maneuver, according to Andreas Roos, BMW M Motorsport Director, highlights their unwavering commitment to success in both the World Endurance Championship and the IMSA SportsCar Championship.”The lmdh ‘evo joker’ is a clever regulatory provision that allows manufacturers to upgrade their cars once during the four-year homologation period,” Roos explains, “We saw a chance to enhance our BMW M Hybrid V8’s braking system, and we decided to sieze it.”

This isn’t about radical changes, Roos emphasizes. It’s about meticulous refinement.

“The upgrade enhances our braking performance, which is crucial in endurance racing,” he states. “It’s about fine-tuning our package to give our drivers the best possible tool to challenge for race wins.”

BMW isn’t merely aiming for sporadic victories. Their ambition extends beyond single races, reaching towards consistent performance, reliability, and ultimately, championship titles.

“Our focus remains on continuous growth and improvement,” Roos states. “we’re putting all our efforts into preparing for the upcoming seasons, ensuring our cars and our team are ready to compete at the highest level. We’re not just seeking wins; we’re aiming for consistency, reliability, and ultimately, titles.”

This strategic move reinforces BMW’s dedication to the LMDh program, a testament to their passionate commitment to both the racing world and their fans. “Our LMDh program is a commitment to our racing fans,to our partners,and to the sport itself. we can’t wait to see what the future holds,” roos concludes.

What specific improvements were made to the BMW M Hybrid V8’s braking system during the LMDh ‘evo joker’ upgrade?

BMW Revs up for endurance racing with LMDh Upgrade

Andreas Roos, BMW M Motorsport Director, Discusses the Performance Boost

Archyde News spoke with BMW M Motorsport Director Andreas Roos about the strategic use of the LMDh ‘evo joker’ upgrade and the German automaker’s commitment to endurance racing.

Archyde: BMW has utilized the LMDh ‘evo joker’ upgrade to enhance the braking system of the BMW M Hybrid V8. Could you walk us through this decision and the process?

andreas Roos: Of course. The LMDh ‘evo joker’ is a clever regulatory provision that allows us to upgrade our cars once during the four-year homologation period. We saw an opportunity to enhance our braking performance, which is crucial in endurance racing, so we decided to sieze it.

Archyde: This upgrade isn’t about radical changes, but rather meticulous refinement. What specific aspects of the braking system have been improved?

Andreas Roos: I’m afraid I can’t go into the specifics of the upgrades. What I can tell you is that we’ve focused on optimizing the braking system’s efficiency and consistency, ensuring our drivers have the best possible tool to challenge for race wins.

Archyde: BMW’s performance at the Roar Before the Rolex 24 was undeniably strong. How do you expect the upgraded braking system to perform during the actual race?

Andreas Roos: We’re cautiously optimistic. The upgrades have shown promise in testing, but as I’ve said before, the final check you get is in race conditions. We’ll see after the race at Daytona.

Archyde: BMW isn’t merely aiming for sporadic victories. How does this upgrade factor into your broader strategy for the LMDh program?

Andreas roos: Our focus remains on continuous growth and improvement. This upgrade is a testament to our commitment to the LMDh program and our ambition to compete at the highest level in both the World Endurance Championship and the IMSA SportsCar Championship. We’re aiming for consistency, reliability, and ultimately, titles.

Archyde: Looking ahead, what excites you most about BMW’s involvement in the LMDh program, and what message do you have for BMW’s racing fans?

Andreas Roos: Our LMDh program is a commitment to our racing fans, to our partners, and to the sport itself. We’re excited about the future, and we can’t wait to see what obstacles we’ll conquer together on the track. Stay tuned, and thank you for your unwavering support.