24 hours of Le Mans

After the successful debut in 24 hours of Le Mans 2007 Charouz Racing System continued in this famous race even in 2008. In cooperation with Lola and Aston Martin Charouz Racing System developed brand new prototype Lola B08/60 Coupe - Aston Martin V12.

The Aston Martin powered LMP1 car managed to finish the famous 24 hours race of Le Mans in the top ten on its first attempt and was also the third petrol-engined car to take the chequered flag. The number ten car was shared by Jan Charouz, Tomas Enge and Stefan Mücke, with all three drivers contributing to a great comeback after an earlier delay.

The trio of Charouz, Enge and Mücke showed right from the start that they have the speed to lead the petrol charge behind the factory diesels and that they also have the morale to climb back after things did not exactly go their way. Young Charouz went off at the end of the second hour when he lost downforce and control of the car as he was overtaking slower cars. The team managed to repair the car, which was not as badly damaged as it looked.  A fast and consistent pace in all sorts of conditions subsequently provided a good base to climb up the order.

24 hours of Le Mans 2008 results: