Porsche teases first image of 2023 LMDh contender

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While F1 awaits the VW Group's decision on Audi and Porsche's future in Grand Prix racing, the latter has kicked off in earnest the development program of its 2023 LMDh contender.

Porsche is building its LMDh prototype platform that will race in the World Endurance Championship as well as in IMSA's WeatherTech SportsCar championship in collaboration with Penske.

The joint effort will allow Porsche to compete for the first time in 30 years for overall victories in the endurance classics at Le Mans, Sebring and Daytona with cars of identical construction.

Porsche's future WEC contender is expected to hit the track for the very first time in January, with new works drivers Dane Cameron and former Sauber F1 driver Felipe Nasr behind the wheel.

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.