An official team press release has confirmed that Isotta Fraschini will withdraw its Isotta Fraschini Tipo6-C Hypercar from the remainder of the 2024 FIA WEC season.
The official statement from the Italian team’s press release reads:
“Following a productive debut season, highlighted by a successful finish at the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans, the car brand has decided to redirect its resources toward restructuring its motorsports programme and expanding its track and road car initiatives. Isotta Fraschini extends its heartfelt gratitude to sponsors, drivers, partners, and fans for their unwavering support throughout this inaugural season. The company also thanks the WEC and the Automobile Club de l'Ouest (ACO) for their support and hopes for a possible return in the near future.”
Miguel Valldecabres, Director of Motorsports and CEO at Isotta Fraschini, added: "We are immensely proud of our achievements in our debut season. Competing in the WEC has been an incredible honour and experience, with the 24 Hours of Le Mans being a particular highlight. This very difficult decision has not been made lightly, but it allows us to build on our successes, fostering the growth of our brand and the development of our products in both the racing and Hypercar markets. As a new manufacturer with great ambitions, not continuing in the WEC 2024 season is a strategic obligation to conserve our resources and ensure the continuity of our project.”
Isotta’s withdrawl from COTA means that an even split of 18 Hypercars and 18 LMGT3 cars spanning 13 global manufacturers will go head-to-head at next week’s Lone Star Le Mans (30 August – 1 September). The latest entry list can be found HERE.
