Peugeot TotalEnergies’ Loic Duval, along with his teammates Paul di Resta and Stoffel Vandoorne, participated in the 2024 6 Hours of Imola, the second round of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship. The event took place from April 18 to 21, 2024, at the Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola, Italy. During the race, Duval expressed his satisfaction with the progress of the car, stating that it is a significant improvement compared to the previous model. He mentioned that while the cars are heavier and have less downforce, they have gained performance and consistency for long runs. Vandoorne, however, did not participate in the race as he prioritized his Formula E campaign. Duval, who previously raced with Audi and won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2013, believes that the new Peugeot 9X8 has positive aspects in terms of traction and straight-line speed. He also acknowledged that there are areas where improvements can still be made, such as mechanical grip. Despite the challenges that come with changes in tire size, Duval finds driving the car to be a pleasure and looks forward to racing it at Spa, a track that aligns more closely with the team’s goals for Le Mans. The new 9X8 features a rear wing and revised wheel and tire sizes, with 29-inch tires at the front and 34-inch tires at the back. Looking ahead to the upcoming race at Spa, Duval is optimistic about the team’s performance, considering the pace they demonstrated in Imola. However, he remains cautious and acknowledges that there are factors that cannot be discussed openly.
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