Cadillac's Endurance Racing Powerhouse: Unveiling the Formidable 2025 IMSA Lineup

Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing has solidified its driver roster for the 2025 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season, revealing a potent mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars. The Indianapolis-based team is poised to transition from Acura to Cadillac LMDh machinery in the GTP class, and the newly announced lineup promises to deliver a thrilling and competitive campaign.

Cadillac's Endurance Racing Dominance: A Winning Combination

Veteran Expertise and Proven Chemistry

Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing has assembled a formidable driver lineup that combines seasoned expertise and proven chemistry. Ricky Taylor and Filipe Albuquerque will pilot the No. 10 Cadillac V-Series.R, bringing a wealth of experience and a long-standing partnership to the team. Both drivers have previously represented the Cadillac brand in the WeatherTech Championship, making them well-versed in the intricacies of the Cadillac machinery.Albuquerque, who has raced in America's premier endurance events since 2016, expressed his excitement about returning to the Cadillac fold. "It's fantastic to return to driving for GM/Cadillac," he said. "Since I started racing in America in the overall class, it was with the Chevy DP in 2016, then I did another four years with Cadillac DPi, and now to be back is amazing. I am really looking forward to returning 'back home'."Ricky Taylor, whose family's history with GM and Cadillac dates back to his father's arrival in America, echoed Albuquerque's sentiments. "The relationship with GM goes back as long as the Taylor family has been in America," he said. "GM and WTR have had so much success together, but the relationship between each of the Taylors and GM have highlighted our careers."

Endurance Cup Reinforcements

Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing has also bolstered its lineup for the Michelin Endurance Cup events, which include the prestigious Rolex 24 at Daytona, Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring, and Motul Petit Le Mans. Former WTR driver Will Stevens will join the No. 10 car for these marquee races, providing additional experience and expertise."Adding in Will Stevens for the endurance races will be a big advantage as well," said team principal Wayne Taylor. "All four drivers understand the setups and are used to working closely together – a necessity for winning in Daytona and for being on top in this incredibly close championship."

Versatile and Accomplished No. 40 Lineup

The No. 40 Cadillac entry will see a dynamic driver lineup, with Jordan Taylor and Louis Deletraz returning as the full-season pilots. They will be joined by Alex Lynn for the Endurance Cup rounds, and Kamui Kobayashi, a two-time Rolex 24 winner with WTR, for the season-opening event."The No. 40 car is an exciting driver line up as well," added Wayne Taylor. "Louis and Jordan are back together again, and Alex Lynn will be helping with the endurance races. Alex has worked with us before, helping us win the Twelve Hours of Sebring back in 2017. Kamui Kobayashi's abilities speak for themselves, having run with us before and won the Rolex 24 twice, once with Jordan."Kobayashi, a Toyota factory driver and team principal in the FIA World Endurance Championship, expressed his enthusiasm about returning to WTR, describing it as a "homecoming." "I am really appreciative not only to WTR and Cadillac to give me another opportunity to race for them, but also Morizo-san [Akio Toyoda] and Toyota Gazoo Racing for allowing me to compete in this historic event in the United States," he said.

A Winning Formula: Synergy, Expertise, and Ambition

Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing's driver lineup for the 2025 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season is a testament to the team's commitment to excellence. The combination of seasoned veterans, proven chemistry, and strategic reinforcements for the endurance events positions the team as a formidable contender in the highly competitive GTP class.As Wayne Taylor aptly stated, "Everyone in this group works to get the job done, no egos – it is what wins races, especially the Rolex 24." With this cohesive and talented lineup, Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing is poised to write another chapter in its storied history of endurance racing success.