IMSA Road America: All 49 Cars Ready for Action!
IMSA Road America. All 49 cars ready for action. IMSA has unveiled an impressive entry list featuring 49 cars for the upcoming Motoral Sports Car Grand Prix at Road America, marking it as the sole sprint event that showcases all four categories of the WeatherTech Sports Car Championship. In a thrilling return, all 11 full-time GTP cars are set to compete with Acura Maya Shank Racing eager to maintain their winning streak following back-to-back victories in Detroit and Watkins Glenn with their Acura ARX06 vehicles. Porsche Pensky Motorsport continues to dominate the GTP championships, returning to a track where they achieved a remarkable one to two finish last year. However, an intriguing twist has emerged as the two factory Porsche 963s have swapped positions at the top of the drivers and team standings. Currently, the number six car driven by Matthew Jaminit and Matt Campbell holds a 12-point advantage over the number seven piloted by Felipe NSA and Nick Tandee who unfortunately faced a crash during the 6 hours of the Glenn. In the battle for third place, the number 93 MSR Acura driven by Ringa Van Derandanda and Nick Yellowy leads a tightly contested four team race with only 46 points separating them from their competitors. The BMW M team RLL duo of Philip Yenji and D Vanthor Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing’s Ricky Taylor and Felipe Albuquerque along with the other MSR Acura team featuring Tom Blonfist and Colin Brawn are all in contention. The LMP2 category has seen a record high entry of 14 cars, including a new contender, team Tony’s, led by Estonian driver Tony’s casemmets, who was the last champion of the IMSA prototype challenge series in 2022 and has a notable history in the Champ Car World Series from 2006. Casemmets will team up with third generation professional driver Matthew Brabbam in the number 61 Orca 7 Gibson, which has undergone testing at Road America in preparation for its race debut. Brabom previously served as the Michelin Endurance Cup driver for AO Racing’s LMP2 program last season while Casem competed for Sha Creech Motorsport at this same venue last year which turned out to be the final race for the team’s Ligia JSP 217. JDC Miller Motorsports is also set to return with the number 79 Orca driven by Jerry Kraut and Scott Andrews who had to withdraw from the race at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park due to limited track time. Additionally, AF Courses number 88 car will be back in action driven by Lewis and Matias Perez company. Most of the regular LMP2 drivers are back in their usual cars after missing the Chevrolet Grand Prix at CTMP due to clashes with the WEC schedule. Notably, Paul Diesta rejoins LMP2 points leader Daniel Goldberg in the number 22 United Autoports USA or however there are some noteworthy changes to the lineup. Tom Dilman, a class winner at Sebring and Lemans, will not participate in road America due to an injury sustained during the Chevrolet Grand Prix at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park. His seat in the number 43 Inter Europe or competition car will be filled by BMW M factory driver Connor de Phillippy who will partner with Jeremy Clark in the number 18 era motorsport orca. Honda works driver Kakunishin will make his second LMP2 start of the year alongside the returning Tobias Luck. Ot comes back to America after securing his third Super Formula victory of the season at Fuji. PR1 Matasan Motorsports has made adjustments to its lineup since the last race, bringing in American bronze driver Naveen IO to join Benjamin Pettison in the number 52 car. IO is a former champion of the IMSA prototype challenge series, having won the title in 2020 alongside Matthew Bell. Canadian driver Phil will also return to the number two United Autoports USA car after making his LMP2 race debut at CTMP. In the GTDPRO category, there are 10 cars competing with a thrilling three-way battle unfolding at the top of the standings. The contenders include Antonio Garcia and Alexander Sims from Corvette Racing by Prep Miller Motorsports, Lauren Heinrich and Klaus Backler from AO Racing, and Dragon Speeds Albert Costa, who along with Jakamo Alto executed an aggressive pit strategy to secure their first win of the season. Meanwhile, the GTD category features 14 cars, including the number 32 CHOF competition motors Mercedes AMG GT3 EVO, which missed the CTMP round amid some challenging weeks for the team. Mike Fi, a key member of the Courtorf team during its brief stint in IMSA, will return to join endurance Cup driver Daniel Mored in the car that initially started the season with Seth Lucas and Kenton Kawa’s drivers. Mored also achieved a third place finish in the team’s last appearance at Watkins Glenn. On the other hand, Kau, who recently announced his departure from the Courtorf team, will make his second start in the number 021 Triassi competition Ferrari 296 GT3 alongside onoff triassi. Additionally, Tom Gamble is back in the number 27 heart of racing team Aston Martin Vantage GT3 after missing CTMP due to WEC commitments. As the race approaches, Winwood Racing’s Russell Ward and Philip Ellis hold a significant 93 point lead heading into next Sunday’s 2-hour and 40minute race. Ultimate Guide to the 2025 Motoral Sports Car Grand Prix at Road America full race preview. Here’s a pivotal moment in the 2025 racing calendar. The final allclass sprint showdown of the year is set to ignite at Road America, and it’s packed with drama, strategy, and high-speed theatrics. But here’s where it gets controversial. This race is the last of its kind for now as the format shifts to a grueling 6-hour endurance test in 2026. Will the shorter duration favor the underdogs? Or will the established powerhouses tighten their grip? Let’s dive into what makes this event a mustwatch for fans and a battleground for teams. The Moal Sports Car Grand Prix, now rebranded under a multi-year partnership with Moal, brings together nearly 50 cars across four classes for a 2-hour 40minute clash on the iconic 4.048 Mile Road America circuit. With championship points still up for grabs in every category, and the track’s reputation as America’s national park of speed, this weekend promises everything. Heartpounding racing, family-friendly vibes, and enough gourmet food to satisfy even the hungriest spectators. The grid is a mix of returning veterans and fresh faces. In the LMP2 class, AF course makes a comeback after skipping the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park race while Connor de Philippy steps in for Tom Dilman at Inter Europal competition. Team Tony’s debuts with Tony’s casemmets and Matt Brabbom in their orca. Meanwhile, GTDC’s Kenton Kohan Offrio Triasi sticking with their Ferrari while Mike Schien and Daniel Morid join forces in the number 32 Mercedes AMG. These moves hint at shifting alliances and potential surprises. Race day is Sunday, August 3rd with live coverage streaming on Peacock starting at 200 p.m. Eastern time. But before the green flag drops, here’s what you need to know. Asterisk asterisk key numbers to know. asterisk asterisk asterisk asterisk date asterisk asterisk July 31st to August 3rd 2025 asterisk asterisk track asterisk asterisk road America Elkhart Lake Wisconsin asterisk asterisk race length asterisk asterisk 2 hours 40 minutes final sprint before 2026 6-hour shift asterisk asterisk classes asterisk asterisk gtp2 gtdp gtd D asterisk asterisk entry list asterisk asterisk 11 gtp 14 lmpp2 10 gtdpro 14 gtd asterisk asterisk social and records asterisk asterisk asterisk asterisk follow the action asterisk asterisk at roadame on xstagram and Facebook asterisk asterisk event hashtags asterisk asterisk IMSA road America asterisk asterisk track records asterisk asterisk GTPO Dani 1 minute and 47.730 seconds 135.271 mph LMP2 Ben Hanley 1 minute and 51.846 seconds 130.293 mph GTDPRO Nikki Katsburg 2 minutes and 2.198 seconds 119.255 255 mph. GTD Madison Snow 2 minutes and 3.291 291 seconds 118.198 mph asterisk asterisk 2024 winners to watch asterisk asterisk asterisk asterisk gtp asterisk asterisk Porsche Pensky’s Machu Jaminit Nick Tandi asterisk asterisk LMP2 asterisk asterisk United Autoports Ben Keiting Ben Hanley asterisk asterisk gtdpro asterisk asterisk conquest Racing Jakamo Alto Daniel Sarah asterisk asterisk GTD asterisk asterisk Turner Motorsports Robbie Foley Patrick Gallagher asterisk asterisk championship storylines asterisk asterisk one asterisk asterisk GTP’s tight race asterisk asterisk Porsche and Acura are locked in a duel with Cadillac BMW and Aston Martin circling like hawks the number six Porsche leads by just 12 points over the number seven and the slightest mistake could flip the standings who asterisk asterisk GTD pros triple threat asterisk asterisk Antonio Garcia and Alexander Sims lead by 39 points but AO Racing’s Porsche and Dragon Speeds Ferrari are closing in. Could either of them pull off an upset three asterisk asterisk GTD’s rivalry renewed asterisk asterisk Winwood Racing and Vasa Sullivan are separated by 93 points with the number 57 Mercedes narrowly edging the number 12 Lexus. Will consistency or a single explosive performance decide this one? Four asterisk asterisk LMP2’s narrow gap asterisk asterisk AO Racing’s number 99 Orca is just 78 points behind United Autoports number 22. One podium could shift the momentum entirely. asterisk asterisk drivers to watch asterisk asterisk asterisk asterisk Matt Campbell asterisk asterisk a three-time Road America winner across three classes GTD GTLM GTP now piloting the number six Porsche asterisk asterisk Porsche Pensky asterisk asterisk this team has dominated GTP at Road America since 2023 adapting lineups but not results asterisk asterisk hot streaks asterisk asterisk the number six Porsche has six straight top four finishes in GTP. The number three Corvette leads GTDPro with five top four finishes in six races. The number 12 Vasa Sullivan Lexus is just one win away from ending its seasonl long drought. Will Road America be the place? And this is the part most people miss. The 2026 format change isn’t just about endurance. It’s a strategic overhaul. teams will need to balance fuel efficiency, tire management, and driver rotations in a way they haven’t before. Will this favor the manufacturers with deeper engineering resources or open the door for underdog teams to shine? What do you think? Drop your predictions in the comments. Will Porsche dominate again or will Acura finally break through? Let’s hear it.
00:00 – IMSA Road America: All 49 Cars Ready for Action!
05:31 – Ultimate Guide to the 2025 Motul SportsCar Grand Prix at Road America | Full Race Preview
1. IMSA Road America: All 49 Cars Ready for Action!
Get ready for the Motul SportsCar Grand Prix at Road America! With a thrilling 49-car entry list, all four categories of the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship will be on display. Watch as the Acura Meyer Shank Racing aims to continue their winning streak after victories in Detroit and Watkins Glen. Dive into the competitive GTP category as Porsche Penske Motorsport takes on challengers in a thrilling race of strategy and skill. Don’t miss out on updates about the exciting LMP2 entries and intense battles in the GTD PRO and GTD classes! Join us for insights, race previews, and key driver profiles in this exhilarating race weekend.
2. Ultimate Guide to the 2025 Motul SportsCar Grand Prix at Road America | Full Race Preview
Get ready for the thrill of the 2025 Motul SportsCar Grand Prix at Road America! This video brings you everything you need to know before the final all-class sprint race of the season. Dive into the details of nearly 50 cars competing across four classes: GTP, LMP2, GTD PRO, and GTD. Discover key changes in the lineup, including notable driver swaps and team debuts. We’ll also highlight the intense championship battles heating up in each class as the season nears its climax. Don’t miss insights on the track’s unique features, past winners, and what to expect from this year’s race. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or new to the world of IMSA racing, this video is your perfect primer for one of the most exciting weekends in motorsports.
