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RACING MFG (LE MANS) - FOR MICHELIN, THE LE MANS 24 HOURS ARE ALREADY UNDER WAY


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On Sunday 3rd June, the test day for the 75th Le Mans 24 Hours will be held on the long circuit. It is the only opportunity for Michelin to test its products on this layout, which measures 13,629 kms. It is the day on which the teams will do their final set-ups and evaluate the behaviour of Michelin's latest tyres specially designed for this race. Michelin in demand! This year the Clermont-Ferrand tyre manufacturer will supply tyres to 26 teams (39 cars out of the 55 at the start). LM P1 14 cars on Michelins (out of 16) - LM P2 7 cars on Michelins (out of 11). LM GT1 11 cars on Michelins (out of 15) - LM GT2 7 cars on Michelins (out of 13). Five tyre manufacturers will supply rubber for the 55 cars entered for the 75th Le Mans 24 Hours.