Porsche Penske Motorsport Gears Up For Le Mans With Strong Partner Support
- Porsche Blog
- Jun 16
- 2 min read
Porsche Penske Motorsport is gearing up for its 20th overall victory at the Le Mans 24 Hours, fielding three Porsche 963 hybrid prototypes. The team's strong performance is bolstered by a robust network of partners, whose brand emblems will be prominently displayed on the Weissach-built cars, highlighting their crucial support in this highly anticipated endurance race.
Porsche Aims For 20th Le Mans Victory
Porsche is setting its sights on a historic 20th overall win at the Le Mans 24 Hours. The Porsche Penske Motorsport works team is fielding three Porsche 963 cars, with increased sporting chances and enhanced visibility for their key sponsors and partners. Thomas Laudenbach, Vice President Porsche Motorsport, emphasized the importance of these collaborations and the strategic decision to field a third Porsche 963 to maximize their chances in what is expected to be a fierce battle among 13 manufacturers.
Driver Lineup For The Porsche 963s
No. 5 Porsche 963: Michael Christensen (Denmark), Julien Andlauer (France), and Mathieu Jaminet (France).
No. 6 Porsche 963: Laurens Vanthoor (Belgium), Kévin Estre (France), and Matt Campbell (Australia).
Key Partners Powering Porsche's Le Mans Bid
Porsche Penske Motorsport benefits from a diverse portfolio of partners, each contributing vital expertise and resources:
Ansys: Official technology partner, providing engineering simulation software for predictive power.
Penske Automotive Group (PAG): Official partner, a diversified international transportation service provider and premier automotive retailer.
Michelin: Official partner, a global leader in high-quality tires and materials science.
Mobil 1: Official lubricant partner, providing high-performance synthetic engine oils for over 25 years.
TAG Heuer: Official timing partner, a luxury watch brand with a long-standing innovation and motorsport partnership with Porsche.
NetApp: Exclusive intelligent data infrastructure partner, ensuring real-time data access and data-driven simulations.
PUMA: New official clothing partner, supplying fire-resistant clothing, shoes, and team apparel.
Loctite: Official adhesive partner, providing high-performance adhesive solutions for structural integrity.
Multimatic: Official technology partner, supplying engineered components, systems, and services to the automotive industry.
Snap-On: Official technical supplier, a world leader in tools, workshop equipment, and diagnostics.
Strategic Collaborations For Success
The extensive network of partners underscores Porsche's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology and industry-leading expertise. From advanced simulations by Ansys to high-performance lubricants from Mobil 1 and intelligent data infrastructure from NetApp, each partnership plays a critical role in optimizing the Porsche 963's performance and ensuring the team's strategic readiness for the demanding Le Mans race. These collaborations extend beyond the track, with partners like PUMA providing specialized team apparel and Loctite ensuring the structural integrity of the prototypes.
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