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2014 Audi R18 e-tron quattro LMP1 Revealed, Starts Testing

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Audi will field an updated version of its multiple race-winning R18 e-tron quattro LMP1 in the 2014 World Endurance Championship and the series’ highlight, the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Testing of the new race car, which has been kept under wraps up to now, commence this week in Sebring, Florida.

The tests will be focused on achieving high mileage and coordinating the highly complex hybrid drive systems, according to Audi motorsport boss Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich.