Kevin Magnussen Joins BMW M Motorsport for LMDh Programme
Formula 1 Veteran Kevin Magnussen Joins BMW M Motorsport for 2025 LMDh Campaign
Munich,Germany – Get ready for a thrilling new chapter in endurance racing. BMW M Motorsport has announced that formula 1 veteran Kevin Magnussen will join their LMDh program as a works driver starting in the 2025 season.
Magnussen, a 32-year-old Dane, boasts an extraordinary resume with 185 Formula 1 races under his belt between 2014 and 2024. He burst onto the F1 scene in 2014, securing a podium finish in his debut season. His career highlights include a ninth-place finish in the 2018 drivers’ standings and a Formula Renault 3.5 title in 2013.
While Magnussen is best known for his Formula 1 exploits, he’s no stranger to sports car racing. In 2021, he competed in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, achieving a victory and five podium finishes in the top-class DPi category. He also participated in the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans in an LMP2 car that same year.
“I am happy and proud to represent such an iconic motorsport brand as BMW in some of the world’s most legendary races,” Magnussen said. “After ten years in Formula 1, I am embarking on a new and exciting chapter, and I look forward to taking on the challenge in the most innovative and advanced sports cars in the history of endurance racing.”
BMW M Motorsport fields the BMW M Hybrid V8 in both the IMSA series and the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC), which includes the legendary 24 hours of Le Mans. The full driver lineup for both racing series will be announced at a later date.
Magnussen’s arrival signals BMW M Motorsport’s commitment to fielding a competitive and experienced team for the 2025 season. With his proven talent and experience, Magnussen is poised to make a significant impact in the world of endurance racing.
Magnussen Sets Sights on le Mans with BMW M Motorsport
Munich, germany – Formula 1 veteran Kevin Magnussen is trading in his single-seater for a hypercar, joining BMW M Motorsport’s LMDh program for the 2025 season.
The 32-year-old Dane,known for his extraordinary F1 career including a debut podium in 2014 and a 9th place finish in the 2018 championship,is no stranger to endurance racing. His 2021 foray into the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship yielded a victory and five podiums in the DPi class. He also tackled the 24 Hours of Le Mans that year, further cementing his versatility.
“I am happy and proud to represent such an iconic motorsport brand as BMW in some of the world’s most legendary races,” Magnussen said. “After ten years in Formula 1, I am embarking on a new and exciting chapter, and I look forward to taking on the challenge in the most innovative and advanced sports cars in the history of endurance racing.”
BMW M Motorsport’s LMDh program tackles both the IMSA series and the FIA World endurance Championship, including the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans, utilizing thier BMW M Hybrid V8 car. The full driver lineup for both series will be announced at a later date.
Magnussen’s arrival showcases BMW M Motorsport’s dedication to fielding a formidable team for the 2025 season. His proven talent and experience promise a notable impact on the world of endurance racing.