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Originally Posted by helgi
Is there any risk of closing LMP1 category, because it's too dangerous (for example), and putting a new LMGT for supercars such as Porsche 918 and unchained McLaren MP4-12. And there's a rumour of a new super GT from Ferrari that will suit that category well. So, is there any risk to lose LMP1?
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Purpose built race cars are safer than production
based machines.
The ACO are backing P1 because it's a laboratory to develop new technologies, a GT based class looks towards current developments.
GTE Pro has the potential to allow hybrids and such, into which the Mclaren MP4-12 would fit.