Where was the 2014 24 Hours of Le Mans held?

The 82nd 24 Hours of Le Mans (French: 82 e 24 Heures du Mans) was an automobile endurance racing event held from 11 to 15 June 2014 at the Circuit de la Sarthe at Le Mans, France.

What makes a winner in the 24 Hour Le Mans race?

To be a winner here, you need more than just a powerful car and superior driver. According to racing legend Yannick Dalmas, “To get to the top, drivers, mechanics and crew have to start working together closely months before the race. Racing situations have to be simulated in the factory and the entire team needs to develop a really good feeling.”

Is there going to be Le Mans race in 2014?

In conjunction with the announcement of entries for the 2014 FIA World Endurance Championship and the 2014 European Le Mans Series, the ACO announced the full list of invitations for Le Mans, plus ten reserves.

What kind of car is in 24 Hours of Le Mans?

Nissan unveiled the car, known as the ZEOD RC, during the 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans weekend. The ZEOD RC was designed by Ben Bowlby, who created the 2012 Garage 56 entry DeltaWing with backing from Nissan. The ZEOD RC utilized a hybrid electric drivetrain with lithium ion battery packs in a chassis similar in design to the DeltaWing.

Who was the winner of the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans?

The 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans was the 34th Grand Prix of Endurance, and took place on 18 and 19 June 1966. It was also the seventh round of the 1966 World Sportscar Championship season. This was the first overall win at Le Mans for the Ford GT40 as well as the first overall win for an American constructor.

Who was killed in 1931 24 Hours of Le Mans?

Coming up to the first refuelling stops, the rear tyre on Maurice Rost’s Bugatti at full speed on the Mulsanne Straight. The car careered through a fence and knocked down three spectators, killing one. When more tyre delaminations plagued Chiron’s Bugatti the team withdrew the remaining two cars. Tyre troubles had cost the Mercedes team eight laps.