The Le Mans Prototype Challenge (shortened to LMP Challenge or LMPC) was a spec sports prototype formula created by the Automobile Club de l'Ouest (ACO), organisers of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and sports car constructor Oreca. The formula is intended as part of a ladder system for young and upcoming drivers into the world of endurance racing while also serving as a value engineered entry for drivers and teams into Le Mans Prototypes due to limitations on manufacturers and suppliers.[1]
Initially launched as an independent racing series known as the Formula Le Mans Cup in 2009, the formula has since been expanded to allow participation in three separate series for 2010. The American Le Mans Series used the title Le Mans Prototype Challenge since its inception.[2] The Le Mans Series used the name Formula Le Mans until 2011. All ACO series adopted the name Le Mans Prototype Challenge in 2012.[3][4]
- ^ "Intersport adds to Prototype Program with FLM09 Purchase". American Le Mans Series. 23 October 2009. Retrieved 15 November 2009. [dead link]
- ^ "Series Announces Revised Class Structure for 2010". American Le Mans Series. 16 August 2009. Archived from the original on 19 October 2009. Retrieved 15 November 2009.
- ^ "Some changes for Formula Le Mans in 2012". Le Mans Series. 15 September 2011. Archived from the original on 28 January 2013. Retrieved 9 November 2011.
- ^ "Some changes for Formula Le Mans in 2012". 15 September 2011. Archived from the original on 12 June 2012.