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Your essential guide to 2011 Go and experience GT racing at the best race track in the world! Nurburgring 24 Hours 23rd - 26th June 2011 • Exclusive trackside camping • From £209.00 per person (based on two people in a car) Including channel crossings, four nights camping, general entrance ticket, including access to the paddock, grid walk and all open grandstands To book or for more information please call us now on 0844 873 0203 www.traveldestinations.co.uk Contents

Welcome 02

Before you leave home and driving in France 03

Routes to the circuit from the channel ports 04

Equipment check-list and must-take items 12

On-Circuit camping description and directions 13

Off-Circuit camping and accommodation description and directions 16

The Travel Destinations trackside campsite at Curves 19

The Travel Destinations Flexotel Village at Antares Sud 22

Friday at Le Mans 25

Circuit and campsites map 26

Grandstands map 28

Points of interest map 29 Bars and restaurants 30 01 Useful local information 31

Where to watch the action 32

2011 race schedule 33

Le Mans 2011 Challengers 34

Teams and car entry list 36

Le Mans 24 Hours previous winners 38

Car comparisons 40

Dailysportscar.com join forces with Travel Destinations 42

Behind the scenes with at the 2010 Le Mans 24 Hours 44

On-Circuit assistance helpline 46

Emergency telephone numbers 47 Welcome to the Travel Destinations essential guide to Le Mans 02 24 Hours 2011 Travel Destinations is the UK’s leading tour operator for the Le Mans 24 Hours race and . We are committed to provide you, our highly valued customers, with the very best customer service and peace of mind with the government backed financial security for your booking with our ABTA, ATOL and AITO membership. For the third year running we will be providing a unique dedicated on-circuit customer assistance helpline (see page 46) and have again produced our ever popular ‘Your essential guide to Le Mans’. In this guide we have included everything from how to get to the circuit from the channel ports and our own personal recommendations of where to eat and drink, to the best viewing places during the race and a week in the life of Radio Le Mans. For those customers that are joining us at either our private campsite at Porsche Curves or our private Flexotel Village at Antares Sud, you will find some very important information on pages 19-25, including a map of how to get there, and full details of everything that will be on offer to you during your stay with us. The Travel Destinations team will be at the circuit throughout the race week, so if you should see any of us on your travels, please do come and introduce yourself, as we would be delighted to meet you. However if we don’t see you at the circuit, we look forward to making your booking for either the 24 Hours race or Le Mans Classic in 2012. We all really hope that you have a great time at this year’s race. From all the team at Travel Destinations. www.lemansrace.com

www.traveldestinations.co.uk Before you leave home and driving in France A little time spent planning your visit to Le Mans before you leave the UK will help make your 03 journey to and from the circuit a really enjoyable part of your Le Mans experience.

We have suggested some routes from the most common channel ports in the following pages, but a map of Normandy ( 513) will also be useful.

Apart from the obvious thing of driving on the right, driving in France is little different from driving in the UK. In fact the reduced traffic on many roads can make driving in France a lot more pleasurable.

As with all substantial road journeys it is wise to check your vehicle before you leave. Oil, water, tyres and lights should all be checked before you leave home. As well as all your car documents, you will need to keep with you in the car a high visibility vest and a warning triangle should you break down.

It is also compulsory to adjust or deflect your headlights once across the channel. Spare light bulbs should also be carried. If your car does not have an EU registration plate, then a GB sticker should be displayed on the rear of your car. A first aid kit and fire extinguisher are recommended items.

It is very important that you observe the speed limits in France. The Gendarmes (police) will be out in force across Le Mans weekend and on the spot fines will be issued for all traffic offences.

Please be aware it is against the law to carry, transport or use radar detection devices in your car. Failure to comply could result in a hefty ( €1,500) on the spot fine and potential confiscation of the device and/or car! Routes to the circuit from the channel ports

04 On the following pages we have provided broad outlines of the quickest and easiest routes from the most common French ports to the circuit at Le Mans, which we hope you will find helpful. Also listed is the approximate cost in Euros of the road tolls and the journey times. Please note we still recommend that you take a good map with you! If you have a Satellite Navigation system, please keep in mind that French postcodes represent an area rather than a specific address. You will either need the GPS co-ordinates or select a specific destination within your system. We recommend that you use the GPS co-ordinates. If you cannot input GPS co-ordinates into your Sat Nav system you will need to use a combination of your Sat Nav, a map and the information within this guide. For postcode only systems the relevant postcode for the circuit is 72100. The GPS co-ordinates for the main entrance to the circuit are North 47.95627; East 0.20743 Ferry Port Total Distance km (m) Road Tolls Driving Times Calais 440 (274) €27.70 >4.5hrs Dieppe 287 (178) €20.40 >3.0hrs Le Havre 257 (157) €25.40 >2.5hrs Caen 190 (118) €14.30 >2.5hrs Cherbourg 300 (186) €14.30 >3.5hrs Saint Malo 237 (147) €10.90 >2.5hrs Roscoff 380 (235) €10.90 >4.5hrs Zeebrugge 550 (345) €27.90 >5.5hrs

www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk From Calais Ferry Terminal / Eurotunnel Terminal Leaving the Ferry Terminal • From the ferry terminal take the exit road towards the A16/E402 • Join A16/E402 for 110km (signposted for Boulogne and Rouen) • As you approach Abbeville exit at Junction 23 from A16 onto A28/E402 for 100km (Le Treport, Rouen, Le Havre) • As you approach Rouen the road number changes from the A28 to N28 • Continue through Rouen following signs for Le Mans or Caen • Stay on the N28 going through the Tunnel de la Grand Mare • Continue, on the main road N28/N338/A13/E46 until you find signs again for the E402 • As you approach Bourg-Achard take the new junction from A13 onto A28/E402 for 180km • At the end of the A28 Motorway follow signs to Paris & Tours, joining the A11 Motorway You are now approaching Le Mans • Continue on A11 Motorway before leaving at the 1st exit signposted to Tours (A28) • Join the A28 in the direction of Tours • Exit the A28 at junction 23, signposted to Le Mans Centre, Orleans and Tours • Continue through the Peage/toll booths (price will depend on which route you have taken) • At the roundabout take the 4th exit and join the N23 in the direction of Tours, Angers and Lavalle You are now approaching the circuit • Stay on the N23 and take the exit towards Le Mans-Pontlieue - signposted Circuit Des 24 Heures 05 • At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit and follow signs for Tours/Chartres/Orléans • Take the immediate 1st exit after about 200 metres • At the traffic lights turn right (the main entrance is in front of you) • The grandstands are now on your left hand side

From Le Havre Ferry Terminal Leaving the Ferry Terminal • From the ferry terminal take the N15 for 7km • Turn onto the A131/E05 for 18km • Leave the A131/E05 and turn onto the N182 to cross the River Seine • Join the A131/E05 for 16km • Join the A13/E05/E46 for 16km • Leave the A13 at junction 25 joining the A28/E402 for 170km • At the end of the A28 Motorway follow signs to Paris and Tours, joining the A11 Motorway From Le Havre Ferry Terminal (cont) You are now approaching Le Mans • Continue on A11 Motorway before leaving at the 1st exit signposted to Tours (A28) • Join the A28 in the direction of Tours • Exit the A28 at junction 23, signposted to Le Mans Centre, Orleans and Tours • Continue through the Peage/toll booths (price will depend on which route you have taken) • At the roundabout take the 4th exit and join the N23 in the direction of Tours, Angers and Lavalle You are now approaching the circuit • Stay on the N23 and take the exit towards Le Mans-Pontlieue - signposted Circuit Des 24 Heure s • At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit and follow signs for Tours/Chartres/Orléans • Take the immediate 1st exit after about 200 metres • At the traffic lights turn right (the main entrance is in front of you) • The grandstands are now on your left hand side

From Dieppe Ferry Terminal Leaving the Ferry Terminal • From the ferry terminal take the exit road for approx 8km • Turn left joining the D915 for 37km (Arques-la-Bataille, Les Grandes-Ventes and Pommereval) 06 • Turn right joining the A28/E402 • As you approach Abbeville, exit at Junction 23 from A16 onto A28/E402 for 100km (Le Treport, Rouen, Le Havre) • As you approach Rouen the road number changes from the A28 to N28 • Continue through Rouen following signs for Le Mans or Caen • Stay on the N28 going through the Tunnel de la Grand Mare • Continue, on the main road N28/N338/A13/E46 until you find signs again for the E402 • As you approach Bourg-Achard take the new junction from A13 onto A28/E402 for 180km • At the end of the A28 Motorway follow signs to Paris & Tours, joining the A11 Motorway

You are now approaching Le Mans • Continue on A11 Motorway before leaving at the 1st exit signposted to Tours (A28) • Join the A28 in the direction of Tours • Exit the A28 at junction 23, signposted to Le Mans Centre, Orleans and Tours • Continue through the Peage/toll booths (price will depend on which route you have taken) • At the roundabout take the 4th exit and join the N23 in the direction of Tours, Angers and Lavalle

www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk From Dieppe Ferry Terminal (cont) You are now approaching the circuit • Stay on the N23 and take the exit towards Le Mans-Pontlieue - signposted Circuit Des 24 Heures • At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit and follow signs for Tours/Chartres/Orléans • Take the immediate 1st exit after about 200 metres • At the traffic lights turn right (the main entrance is in front of you) • The grandstands are now on your left hand side

From Caen Ferry Terminal Leaving the Ferry Terminal • From the ferry terminal take the D84 then D514 for 7km • Close to Benouville, continue along the D514 towards Ranville • Join the D515 • Take the Périphérique-Est exit towardA13/Alençon • Merge onto N814 • Take exit 13-Porte d'Espagne toward Alençon/Le Mans/Falaise and turn right onto the N158 for 80km • Join the A88 to Le Mans • At the end of the A88 join the A28 towards Le Mans (120km) • At the end of the A28 Motorway follow signs to Paris & Tours, joining the A11 Motorway You are now approaching Le Mans 07 • Continue on A11 Motorway before leaving at the 1st exit signposted to Tours (A28) • Join the A28 in the direction of Tours • Exit the A28 at junction 23, signposted to Le Mans Centre, Orleans and Tours • Continue through the Peage/toll booths (price will depend on which route you have taken) • At the roundabout take the 4th exit and join the N23 in the direction of Tours, Angers and Lavalle • Exit the A28 at junction 23, signposted to Le Mans Centre, Orleans and Tours • Continue through the Peage/toll booths (price will depend on which route you have taken) • At the roundabout take the 4th exit and join the N23 in the direction of Tours, Angers and Lavalle

You are now approaching the circuit • Stay on the N23 and take the exit towards Le Mans-Pontlieue - signposted Circuit Des 24 Heures • At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit and follow signs for Tours/Chartres/Orléans • Take the immediate 1st exit after about 200 metres • At the traffic lights turn right (the main entrance is in front of you) • The grandstands are now on your left hand side From Cherbourg Ferry Terminal Leaving the Ferry Terminal • From the ferry terminal take the exit road N132 which merges into the N13/E46 for 120km towards Caen • Join the N814, Peripherique-Sud, for 12km • Exit junction 13 from N814, and turn right onto the N158 for 80km • Join the A88 to Le Mans • At the end of the A88 join the A28 towards Le Mans (120km) • At the end of the A28 Motorway follow signs to Paris & Tours, joining the A11 Motorway

You are now approaching Le Mans • Continue on A11 Motorway before leaving at the 1st exit signposted to Tours (A28) • Join the A28 in the direction of Tours • Exit the A28 at junction 23, signposted to Le Mans Centre, Orleans and Tours • Continue through the peage/toll booths (price will depend on which route you have taken) • At the roundabout take the 4th exit and join the N23 in the direction of Tours, Angers and Lavalle

You are now approaching the circuit • Stay on the N23 and take the exit towards Le Mans-Pontlieue - signposted Circuit Des 24 Heures • At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit and follow signs for Tours/Chartres/Orléans • Take the immediate 1st exit after about 200 metres 08 • At the traffic lights turn right (the main entrance is in front of you) • The grandstands are now on your left hand side

From Saint Malo Ferry Terminal Leaving the Ferry Terminal • From the ferry terminal follow the direction to Rennes on the N137 • Approaching Rennes turn left onto the N136 • Exit junction 1 from N136, and turn left onto the N157 for 40km towards Le Mans • West of Laval join the A81/E50 for 95km towards Le Mans

You are now approaching Le Mans • Approaching Le Mans; Exit from A81/E50 onto A11/E501 towards Le Mans Ouest Exit junction 9 from A11/E501 onto N226

You are now approaching the circuit • Take N23r (in effect a continuation of the N226) • Stay on the N23 and go past the Aerodrome on your right hand side • Remain on the N23 and after the exit for Le Mans-Pontlieue take the immediate 1st exit after about 200 metres - signposted Circuit Des 24 Heures • At the traffic lights (the main entrance is in front of you) turn right • The grandstands are now on your left hand side

www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk From Roscoff Ferry Terminal Leaving the Ferry Terminal • From the ferry terminal take the D58 for 24km • Approaching Morlaix turn left onto the N12/E50 for 185km towards Rennes. • Approaching Rennes turn left onto the N136 • Exit junction 1 from N136, and turn left onto the N157 for 40km towards Le Mans • West of Laval join the A81/E50 for 95km towards Le Mans

You are now approaching Le Mans • Approaching Le Mans; Exit from A81/E50 onto A11/E501 towards Le Mans Ouest Exit junction 9 from A11/E501 onto N226

You are now approaching the circuit • Take N23r (in effect a continuation of the N226) • Stay on the N23 and go past the Aerodrome on your right hand side • Remain on the N23 and after the exit for Le Mans-Pontlieue take the immediate 1st exit after about 200 metres - signposted Circuit Des 24 Heures • At the traffic lights (the main entrance is in front of you) turn right • The grandstands are now on your left hand side

There is nothing worse than your car or motorbike breaking down whilst you are in France.

Brit Assist are on hand with a fully equipped mobile workshop throughout Le Mans, with both English and French speaking ex RAC and AA mechanics.

Call out fee €60.00 for up to one hour, plus parts if required.

Recovery rates on request.

For more information please contact Norman on:

Tel: France 0033 (0) 6 24 98 83 43

Tel: UK Brit Assist Limited 0044 (0) 7739 734318 Breakdown Assistance rescue and Vehicle recovery Email:[email protected] www.britassist.com From Zeebrugge Ferry Terminal Leaving the Ferry Terminal • From the ferry terminal take the N31 towards Brugge • After about 18km bear right on to the N397 • Exit N397 and join the E40 Oostende/Calais/Veurne • Join A16 towards Calais/Veurne for about 110km • Join A16/E402 for 110km (signposted for Boulogne and Rouen) • As you approach Abbeville exit at Junction 23 from A16 onto A28/E402 for 100km (Le Treport, Rouen, Le Havre) • As you approach Rouen the road number changes from the A28 to N28 • Continue through Rouen following signs for Le Mans or Caen • Stay on the N28 going through the Tunnel de la Grand Mare • Continue, on the main road N28/N338/A13/E46 until you find signs again for the E402 • As you approach Bourg-Achard take the new junction from A13 onto A28/E402 for 180km • At the end of the A28 Motorway follow signs to Paris & Tours, joining the A11 Motorway

You are now approaching Le Mans • Continue on A11 Motorway before leaving at the 1st exit signposted to Tours (A28) • Join the A28 in the direction of Tours • Exit the A28 at junction 23, signposted to Le Mans Centre, Orleans and Tours • Continue through the Peage/toll booths (price will depend on which route you have taken) 10 • At the roundabout take the 4th exit and join the N23 in the direction of Tours, Angers and Lavalle

You are now approaching the circuit • Stay on the N23 and take the exit towards Le Mans-Pontlieue - signposted Circuit Des 24 Heures • At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit and follow signs for Tours/Chartres/Orléans • Take the immediate 1st exit after about 200 metres • At the traffic lights turn right (the main entrance is in front of you) • The grandstands are now on your left hand side

www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk Free pen, t-shirt, bag & official programme with every ticket

23rd - 25th September 2011 Race & paddock tickets from £25.00 per person Channel crossings, accommodation, race & paddock tickets from only £265.00 per person

To book or for more information please call us now on 0844 873 0203 www.sixhoursofspa.co.uk Equipment check-list and must-take items

Below we have listed an ‘equipment check-list’ to try and help you remember those essential items to make your trip to Le Mans as enjoyable and comfortable as possible. In addition, please take an open mind, a good sense of humour and a relaxed attitude to all that goes on around you!

Important Items: • Passport (you won’t get very far • Breakdown cover without this) • High visibility vest • Channel crossing tickets • Warning triangle • General enclosure race tickets • Headlight deflectors (one per person) • Spare bulbs • Grandstand tickets (Tribune) • Camping permit Camping items: • Car parking pass (only if you’re not • Tent (or whatever you plan to sleep in) camping on-circuit) • Sleeping bag • Driving licence and vehicle registration • Airbed or sleeping mat documents • Ear plugs/defenders (if you want to • Vehicle/personal travel insurance get some sleep) 12 and EHIC card • Mallet and tent pegs (take spares) • GB badge/sticker (If no EU registration plate) • Appropriate clothing (it does rain sometimes and can also get very hot • Money (Euros and a credit card is best) - be prepared for all weathers) • Maps (Michelin 513 map of Normandy • Folding chairs and a table is useful) • A torch • Mobile phone and car charger • Sunscreen and hat • FM Radio to listen to Radio Le Mans 91.2FM • Towel and wash bag • Camera and batteries/charger (and • First Aid kit film if required) • Cooking equipment and matches • Rucksack to carry your daily • Bottle opener and corkscrew requirements around with you • Eating utensils and water carrier • Spare set of car keys • Food and drink (not just beer!) • Jump leads • Toilet paper and wet wipes!

www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk On-Circuit camping The majority of the 235,000 spectators that attend the Le Mans 24 Hours choose to camp at the circuit. To do this you will need to be in possession of at least one camping permit per vehicle. This will usually entitle you to a 7 x 5 metres plot (unless otherwise specified) and you will need to park your vehicle and camp within this area. All of the campsites are colour-coded so as you approach the circuit follow the appropriate coloured signs. You will need to display your camping permit in your windscreen to gain access to your chosen campsite. The ACO (Automobile Club De L’Ouest) do make changes to some of the campsites every year, so even Le Mans veterans can get caught out. Below is a brief guide to some of the on-circuit campsites.

The campsites: Beausejour is an increasingly popular campsite, located in the centre of the circuit just off the Chemin aux Boeufs roundabout. The campsite has two pitch sizes with the standard 35sqm and 105sqm. All have access to showers and toilets but the camping plots are not numbered. The campsite now has a viewing area near to the Porsche Curves. (GPS: North 47.9364; East 0.2155) Blue Sud & Blue Nord are both now numbered campsites with toilet facilities. Blue Nord has showers, but unfortunately Blue Sud doesn’t. Both are located just outside of the circuit opposite Maison Blanche. Blue Nord is the larger of the two areas and is nearest to the airfield. Both campsites offer a relaxed atmosphere and good access in to and away from the circuit. 13 (GPS: North 47.9448; East 0.2076) On-Circuit camping (cont) Expo is a small campsite located across the road from the main entrance and museum at the north end of the circuit. Although the campsite doesn’t have numbered pitches there are usually sufficient toilets and showers for everyone. Uniquely there are a number of old cattle sheds within Expo that provide shade from the sun and some protection from the rain. (GPS: North 47.9592; East 0.2069)

Houx has traditionally been one of the most popular campsites at the circuit. Centrally located just a 10 minute walk from the village, the site is protected by pine trees often creating a more relaxed environment. The campsite has numbered pitches as well as a brick built shower and toilet block. Houx is unique in providing access to electricity, although adaptors and long extension leads are required. (GPS: North 47.9525; East 0.2191) Houx Annexe has changed in recent years with the new football stadium reducing its size dramatically. Located centrally, just to the east of Houx, the Annexe now has numbered pitches to go with the usual showers and toilets. Maybe the largest plus point for Houx Annexe now is that it is adjacent to the tram terminal, making it very easy to get in to Le Mans town. (GPS: North 47.9562; East 0.2202) 14

Karting Nord has become popular in recent years and has taken on some of the crowd displaced from Houx Annexe. The campsite is located adjacent to the circuit and the go-kart track inside the circuit so can never be described as quiet. However it has numbered pitches, showers and toilets and even a campsite café. (GPS: North 47.9404; East 0.2143) Maison Blanche has become the favourite campsite of many Le Mans veterans. Located adjacent to the track opposite Karting Nord, the campsite is unique in that it has a tarmac roadway allowing access to the grassy camping plots. The site is now numbered and has a brick built toilet block as well as the usual showers and toilets. Although the entrance suffers from traffic at peak times, the campsite is one of the closest to the village and the numerous grandstands. (GPS: North 47.9448; East 0.2076)

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Tertre Rouge campsite has become a favourite for those that like to be trackside but prefer a more relaxed atmosphere in a smaller campsite. With unreserved pitches there is a bonus to arriving early, particularly if you want a view of the track from your tent. The site has its own 15 showers and toilets. Never a quiet campsite but its location is ideal for the and the Esses as well as access to the tram in to town. (GPS: North 47.9624; East 0.2224)

Arnage campsite is a large, mostly flat rectangular field, located away from the main village area (approximately 60 minute walk). On the south side there are trees which provide some shade from the midday sun. With unreserved pitches there is a bonus to arriving early. Facilities are minimal although there is a portacabin shower and toilet block. (GPS: North 47.9210; East 0.2159) Mulsanne campsite is relatively small and located at the far end of the Mulsanne straight, a long way from the main village area and grandstands. The campsite has good ground and lots of trees for some respite from the sun or rain. Again this site has unreserved pitches and so the earliest arrivals are able to get closest to the track. There are portacabin showers and toilets. (GPS: North 47.9131, East 0.2424) Off-Circuit camping and accommodation 16 Château d’Eporcé Guests at the Château d'Eporcé campsite enjoy superb, secure camping facilities in a relaxed atmosphere. Overlooked by the chateau itself the camping areas offer unrestricted space and permanent shower and toilet facilities. Breakfast is served every morning in the chateau courtyard and a coach transfer will take guests the 30 minutes to and from the circuit on race days. For those who have also booked evening meals, circuit tours and tent hire further details will be provided at the on-site reception. (GPS: North 48.0456; East 0.0332) Château Rive Sarthe Accommodation at the Château Rive Sarthe is also about 30 minutes south of the circuit. Located next to the river the accommodation is in a secluded setting amongst the pine trees. Breakfast is provided for everyone in the Château dining room. (GPS: North 47.8233; East 0.0887)

www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk Off-Circuit camping and accommodation (cont) Le Pont Romaine Camping 17 The campsite Le Pont Romaine has been Le Mans’ best kept secret (until now). This is a private campsite and although there are no transfers available, the location is just 6 miles to the east of the circuit. Le Pont Romaine offers 70 large pitches with access to electricity and hot and cold showers. Set in 2.4 hectares there is plenty of space for tents and small motorhomes or caravans, with access to a heated outdoor swimming pool available. (GPS: North 47.9906; East 0.2321)

Relais des Cailleres Relais des Cailleres is a brand new off-circuit camping option, located in beautiful countryside close to the village of Saint Pavace just 20 minutes north of the circuit. (GPS: North 48.0437; East 0.1908)

Novotel Le Mans Est The newly refurbished 3 star Novotel Le Mans is located just 10 minutes by tram from the 24 Hours circuit and only 15 minutes from the centre of town. Hotel facilities include 94 air-conditioned en-suite rooms, restaurant, bar, secure private car park, and an outdoor swimming pool and terrace. (GPS: North 47.9906; East 0.2320) Le Mans is coming to you!

As an official agent of the Le Mans Series we are pleased to be able to offer all our customers a special ticket offer to attend the race at Silverstone: Weekend General Entrance Ticket (Including Paddock & Grandstand Access) just £25.00 per person. To book this and other exclusive ticket & hospitality offers visit our website or call our reservation team. 0844 873 0203 www.lemansrace.com A very warm welcome to those of you that have chosen to stay at the Travel Destinations trackside campsite, located at Porsche Curves. We hope that you enjoy your stay and have a fantastic time at the 2011 Le Mans 24 Hours.

Directions The Travel Destinations campsite is located on the outside of the circuit at Porsche Curves. Please see the map and directions on the next page. If you are using satellite navigation use the following GPS co-ordinates which will bring you to the entrance of the campsite. (GPS: North 47.9357; East 0.2101)

Camping check-in • Upon arrival you will be welcomed at the entrance to the campsite and checked in by a member of staff.

• Everyone will be issued with a Travel Destinations wristband. • To speed up the process it is essential that you; • display your Travel Destinations Porsche Curves camping permit in the windscreen of your car. • After check-in you will be shown to your camping plot(s). 19 • Please remember the size of camping plots are 7x5 metres to include your tent and vehicle.

Further information There is a fantastic viewing bank at the rear of your campsite at Porsche Curves, so you are really on top of the action. We are only five minutes walk from the free shuttle stop at Porsche Curves roundabout which means that you are able to get to Mulsanne and Arnage corners in no time at all. Additionally there are two circuit trains that stop right by the campsite entrance, one takes you up to Maison Blanche, where you can get another circuit train to the main entrance and the other one takes you towards Technoparc on the inside of the circuit.

If you do want to walk, then the circuit village and grandstands are only about 20 minutes away and Arnage village is about 30 minutes. To/from Paris and the Channel Ports N23

Le Mans City Centre

Entrance to Main Circuit, Paddock and Grandstands

Aerodrome

Directions • Approaching on the N23 take the exit towards Le Mans-Pontlieue - signposted Circuit Des 24 Heures • At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit and follow signs for Tours/Chartres/ Circuit Orléans and follow road • Take the immediate 1st exit after about 200 metres • At the traffic lights turn right (the main entrance is in front of you) • The grandstands are now on your left hand side • Stay on this road until you reach a roundabout • At the roundabout take the third exit on to the D92 and turn immediately right in to the Travel Destinations campsite at Porsche Curves - clearly visible from the flags and signs! D139 D92

Arnage Village

www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk Further information (cont) We are delighted to be able to confirm that in addition to 24 hours security and the private showers and toilets, there will also be: • An 80sqm marquee. • A large screen TV showing race action and the . • Radio coverage of the race, courtesy of our friends at Radio Le Mans. • Friday night Steak Grill (SOLD OUT!) - if you have purchased a Steak Grill meal you will find your voucher included in your ticket pack. • A pay bar offering beer, wine and soft drinks. • Bacon sandwiches will be available for purchase each morning (Thurs-Mon 07:00 - 10:00 hrs). • ‘Hot snacks’ will be available to purchase each evening ( Thurs-Sun 19:00 - 22:00 hrs.)

Bar and food prices Pint of beer €4.00 Bacon sandwich €3.00 Bottle of wine €6.00 Burger €3.00 Soft drinks €1.00 French fries €2.00 Tea & coffee €1.00

In addition to coverage of the 24 Hours race we will be showing the following on the TV in the marquee:

Canadian Grand Prix 21 Circuit , Montreal, 10th-12th June 2011 Live race action from 18.00hrs on Sunday 12th June (race starts at 19.00hrs) Friday and Saturday practice and qualifying will also be shown subject to demand

Things to observe to ensure everyone has a great time Please: • Do come and visit the bar and enjoy a drink at a reasonable price (see above). • Do wear your wristband at all times. • Do enjoy a BBQ - Le Mans just isn’t the same without it! • Do consider other campers - when you want to go to watch the racing in the middle of the night, please keep in mind that others may want to sleep! • Do be careful - guy ropes from tents make good trip wires!

Please: • Don’t invite visitors on to the campsite. Remember that you are paying for 24 hours security. No unauthorised people will be allowed on to the campsite. • Don’t remove your wristband otherwise you will not be able to regain access to the campsite. • Don’t park on the roadways within the campsite. There should be ample space on your allocated pitch, and the roadways are there to make access easy in case of an emergency. • Don’t litter - bin bags will be supplied and there will be regular collections, so please try and keep the site clean and tidy. We are delighted to be able to welcome all of our customers at the brand new Travel Destinations Flexotel Village located at Antares Sud. We hope that you have a fantastic experience and that you have great time at Le Mans 24 Hours 2011.

Directions The Travel Destinations Flexotel Village is located in the middle of the circuit at Antares Sud, just a short walk from the main village area and the tram stop. Please see the map and directions on the next page. If you are using satellite navigation use the following GPS co-ordinates which will bring you to the entrance of the campsite. (GPS: North 47.9347; East 0.2204)

Flexotel check-in • Upon arrival you will be welcomed at the entrance to the village and checked in by a member of staff. You will be provided with a room key, a Travel Destinations wristband and shown to your room. • To speed up the process it is essential that you; • display your Travel Destinations Antares Sud permit in the windscreen of your car.

Further information 22 Situated in the centre of the circuit, next to the tram stop and opposite Houx Annexe, the Flexotel Village is ideally located for all the action on the track as well as enabling easy access to the main town of Le Mans. The main village and the grandstands are only a 15 minute walk away, although the closest viewing point is at the fantastic Tertre Rouge corner, which will only take about 10 minutes to walk to. From the main entrance at the village you will be able to access the free bus service which will take you to the furthest points away, Mulsanne and Arnage. There are also a number of ‘road trains’ that operate around the circuit, with the No.7 train (as per 2010) starting from outside Antares.

We are delighted to be able to confirm that in addition to 24 hours security and the private showers and toilets, there will also be a marquee on-site where we will be offering: • A private pay bar (serving beer, wine and soft drinks) • Breakfast, available to purchase (free range bacon baguettes, toast, tea, coffee and fresh juice) • A large screen TV showing live race coverage and radio commentary from Radio Le Mans and the Canadian Grand Prix

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Directions Football stadium • From Alencon (North of Le Mans) continue on the & car parks A28 Motorway in the direction of Le Mans. • At the end of the A28 Motorway follow signs to Paris and Tours, joining the A11 Motorway. Circuit • Continue on A11 Motorway before leaving at the 1st exit signposted to Tours (A28). • Join the A28 in the direction of Tours. • Exit the A28 at junction 23, signposted to Le Mans Centre, Orleans and Tours. • Continue through the Peage/toll booths (price will depend on which route you have taken). • At the roundabout take the 4th exit and join the N23 in the direction of Tours, Angers and Lavalle. • Exit the N23 at the exit for the D338 signposted to Mulsanne and Tours. (Now on map above) • At the roundabout take the 1st exit (right) signposted to Les Hunaudieres. • At the immediate next roundabout take the 2nd exit, and then turn immediately right and then right again. • Continue under the bridge and follow the road (Chemin aux Boeufs) until you reach a roundabout (about ½ a mile) where you will see the Antares tram stop. Go straight over this roundabout and the Flexotel Village will be on your left hand side - clearly visible from the flags! (GPS: North 47.9547; East 0.2204) Things to observe to ensure everyone has a great time Please: • Do come and visit the bar and enjoy a drink at a reasonable price. (See below). • Do wear your Travel Destinations wristband at all times. • Do consider other guests - when you want to go to watch the racing in the middle of the night, please keep in mind that others may want to sleep! • Do park your car in the allocated space next to your room. • Do take care of your Flexotel room - any damage caused will unfortunately be charged.

Please: • Don’t invite visitors in to the village. Remember that you are paying for 24 hours security. No unauthorised people will be allowed in to the Flexotel Village. • Don’t remove your wristband otherwise you will not be able to regain access to the village. • Don’t park on the road ways within the village. There should be ample space next to your room, and the roadways are there to make access easy in case of an emergency. • Don’t litter - bin bags will be supplied and there will be regular collections, so please try and keep the village clean and tidy. 24 Bar and food prices Orange Juice € 3.00 Toast & French Jam € 2.00 Apple Juice € 3.00 Free range Bacon Baguette € 4.00 Carrot Juice € 3.00 Salted Nobby's Nuts € 1.00 Peroni Bottled Beer € 3.00 Kettle Chips Various Flavours € 1.00 Merlot Red Wine Glass € 3.00 Clipper Fair Trade Everyday Tea € 2.00 Sauvignon Blanc Glass € 3.00 Clipper Fair Trade Green Tea € 2.00 Lanson Champagne Bottle € 40.00 Clipper Fair Trade Coffee € 2.00 Bottled Spring Water € 1.00 Coca-Cola and 7-Up € 1.00

Bar Opening Hours: Breakfast Thursday to Monday 07.30hrs – 11.00hrs Bar Wednesday to Sunday 12.00hrs until late* *subject to demand

www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk Friday at Le Mans Open Pit Lane Friday is a ‘rest day’ for the teams and drivers and so the organisers (ACO) open the pit lane to allow all the spectators to get as close as possible to the cars and to see the garages. Unfortunately, all viewing is from behind a fence, but unless you’re a driver or team mechanic you won’t get any closer to the cars at Le Mans than this! The Pit Lane is open from 10am to 8pm on Friday.

The Drivers Parade One of the highlights of the build up to the main event is the Drivers Parade (Parade des Pilots). It takes place on Friday evening between 6pm and 8pm in the centre Le Mans town. All the drivers ‘parade’ around in historic open top cars as over 100,000 spectators and fans line the streets of Le Mans city centre and enjoy this festival atmosphere. Additionally there are the usual race team girls and marching bands to keep you entertained, and this provides a great opportunity to get drivers autographs. But be warned, this parade is hugely popular and very busy. Do not even consider going by car - instead take the tram and enjoy a beer or two after the parade has finished. 25

Classic British Welcome, Saint Saturnin As a proud sponsor and supporter we are delighted to be associated with the CLASSIC BRITISH WELCOME 10th EDITION 2011. This year on Friday 10th June 2011 from 9am to 6pm at Saint Saturnin, they will welcome E-type Jaguars to celebrate their 50th Anniversary! Why not pop in and take a stroll around the wonderful car displays, enjoy some local refreshments and cuisine, take in the live music and generally relax for a few hours amongst some like minded enthusiasts! And the great thing is it’s FREE entry and parking! The guest of honour this year will be Le Mans veteran Andy Wallace and . (GPS: North 48.06496; East 0. 1635) The circuit and campsites

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Dunlop Bridge D D92 3 7 Dunlop Chicane 5 Main Entrance 4 17 15 Dunlop Curve E Grandstands 26 (see details) 8 13 B 10 9 12 Ford Chicane C 14

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1 Hunaudières (camping) 11 Héronnière (parking) 2 Tertre Rouge (camping) 12 Bleu Sud (camping) 3 Rouge (parking) 13 Maison Blanche (camping) 4 Expo (camping) 14 Travel Destinations campsite at Porsche Curves 5 Vert (parking) 15 Karting Nord (camping) 6 Houx Annexe (camping) 16 Travel Destinations Flexotel Village 7 Houx (camping) 17 Karting Sud (parking) 8 Blanc (parking) 18 Beauséjour (camping) 9 Bleu (parking) 19 Arnage (camping) 10 Bleu Nord (camping) 20 Mulsanne (camping)

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A Antares H McDonalds B Rotonde - Race day ticket office I Leroy Merlin - DIY store C Aerodrome J Retail Park D Hippodrome K Decathlon (Sports/Camping store) E Karting Circuit L Antares Tram Stop F Golf Course M Guetteloupe Tram Stop G Supermarket N Football Stadium Grandstands

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T23 T23 La Sarthe T22 Wollek T21 Tavano T20 Leonard T19 Lagache T16 Sommer T12 Benoist T5 Dunlop T4 Panorama T34 Paddock

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Le Mans Tram Stop Free Shuttle Big Screen Bus Stop

Viewing Bank East Entrance Tertre Rouge

Stage/Concerts Dunlop Bridge Village Area Champagne & Beer Tents Restaurants Big Screen ATM’s machine 29 Main Entrance + Museum

Rotonde Race Day Ticket Office Grandstands Big Screens (See detail) Big Screen Big Wheel D139

Aerodrome

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Whilst there are many eating and drinking options at the circuit, at some point you may want some decent food and a change of scenery! With the ultra-efficient tram service from the track to the city centre, getting to the best bars and restaurants the city has to offer has never been easier. After many visits to Le Mans both during and outside of the events we have found a few favourite ‘haunts’ of our own - some have not been quite what we expected so we are only listing the most reputable!!

Bars: Café du Tertre Rouge - a famous trackside bar located on the outside of the circuit at the corner of Tertre Rouge and beginning of the Mulsanne straight. Route de Tour. Le Stan - a jazz bar/lounge that opens till late, in the city centre. 2 Place de l’Eperon. L’Endroit - a small, chic bar with great music and a chilled atmosphere, in the city centre. 42 Rue des Ponts Neufs. Union Jack Bar - an English pub serving English, Welsh, Scottish and Irish beer, in the city centre. 32 Rue du Dr Leroy.

Restaurants: Auberge des Hunaudieres - a famous trackside family owned restaurant located directly on the Mulsanne straight serving regional and French cuisine. Although during the race this isn’t the easiest place to get to we highly recommend it and reservations are advisable. Route de Tour 72230, Tel 02 43 84 98 14 30 Taj Mahal - the best Indian restaurant in town, in the city centre, just off the Place de la Republique. 20 Rue du Cornet, Tel 02 43 24 54 87 Maitre Kanter - a very popular seafood restaurant in the city centre. Reservations are recommended. 7 Place des Jacobins, Tel 02 43 28 04 06 Le Grenier a Sel - a gastronomic restaurant in the city centre opposite Le Stan jazz bar. 26 Place de l’Eperon, Tel 02 43 23 26 30 Pizza Mao - An excellent Italian restaurant located in the city centre opposite L’Endroit bar. (they will even bring pizza to L’Endroit if you can’t tear yourself away from the bar). 45 Rue des Ponts Neufs Dominute Pizza - Great take away pizzas at excellent prices, located close to the city centre. 1 Avenue du Generale Gaulle, Tel 02 43 87 03 03 Restaurant du Midi - a local restaurant located close to Chateau d’Eporce serving excellent local cuisine, lunch can be recommended. Domfront-en-Champagne 72240, Tel 02 43 205 603 Restaurant la Grange - a traditional family run French brasserie, serving excellent French classics located just on the outskirts of Arnage village. 240 Route Nationale, 72230 Arnage, Tel 02 43 21 11 93

www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk Useful local information You never know what you need until you don’t so don’t forget to take a small radio with you 31 have it! Hopefully some of the information below and tune in at 91.2 FM. will be of use during your visit to Le Mans. Circuit shuttles and trains Local Taxis There are a number of free buses/circuit trains Radio Taxi Le Mans: +33 (0) 2 43 24 92 92 that run around the circuit during the race. Taxis Station Gare: +33 (0) 2 43 24 99 99 The bus to Mulsanne and Arnage runs at regular Le Mans Taxi Radio: +33 (0) 2 43 82 07 07 intervals from the main entrance close to the Bus Service museum and from outside Beausejour campsite A bus service from the circuit to the town centre from early Saturday morning until the end of runs during the race weekend: the race. From Saturday 08:30hrs to Sunday 18:30hrs there is a continuous bus service every 10-15 minutes. There are also several circuit trains to help you Tickets are available on the bus. get around the circuit that run on Wednesday & Thursday afternoon through to midnight and Trams Saturday and Sunday. Note: they do not operate The nearest stations that go to the centre of on Friday at all. Le Mans are either Antares or Guetteloupe, located close to Tertre Rouge corner. The routes are Maison Blanche to the Museum; Radio Le Mans Porsche Curves to Maison Blanche; Porsche The race would not be the same without live Curves to the top of Karting Nord; Antares to commentary and entertainment from the Karting Nord tunnel; and from the Karting John Hindhaugh and the Radio Le Mans team, Nord tunnel to the Village. Where to watch the action

Even if you have a grandstand seat for the weekend we always recommend that you move around and view the racing from different areas around the circuit. This will enable you to get some great photos and experience the racing at its best. Below is a guide to some of the best viewing points around the circuit (clockwise from the start line):

The Start/Finish Straight: Although this area is dominated by the grandstands, if you don’t have a seat, it is still possible to view the race from the concrete steps in front of the stands. The steps act as free seating throughout the race, but expect this area to be very crowded both for the start and the chequered flag. Once the race has finished there is access on to the circuit here for the trophy presentations.

The Dunlop Bridge: Always a favourite for photographers as the chicane here usually provides some good race action. The most popular areas are either in front of the grandstand on the outside of the track or on the opposite side at the bottom of the hill.

Tertre Rouge: This area has been altered a lot in recent years and is now much more spectator friendly. Large grass slopes now provide good track views both at the Esses and the corner itself. This viewpoint marks the end of the areas accessible with a General Enclosure race ticket but it is well worth the walk. There is now a large screen that you can also watch the action on from this corner.

Mulsanne Straight: Viewing along the Mulsanne Straight is now prohibited; however it is possible to get close to the action at the Auberge des Hunaudieres and Shanghai des 24 Heures restaurants 32 or the Hotel Arbor near the 1st and 2nd chicanes. Access to these areas is only by car and expect to pay for parking and to have a restricted view usually through high fencing.

Mulsanne Corner: At the bottom of the straight the braking zone at the Mulsanne Corner never fails to provide some great race action, particularly at night. Expect to pay for parking here now, or alternatively catch the free bus from either the main entrance or from the Porsche Curves roundabout.

Arnage Corner: If you only get to one corner of the circuit then make sure it is here, as the 90 degree right hander almost guarantees action. If you make it here for dawn or dusk then you will be well rewarded but anytime is always a good time. Much like the Mulsanne corner there is now a charge for parking, so it is worth using the free bus transfer from the main entrance or from the Porsche Curves roundabout.

Porsche Curves: Always referred to as the drivers’ favourite part of the circuit due to the speed and accuracy required to negotiate the Porsche Curves. The public viewing area behind our private campsite gives excellent views of the sweeping curves and almost down to the Arnage corner. There is also now a new viewing area inside the curves accessed through the Beausejour campsite.

Ford Chicane: Close up views are possible from this complex as the cars accelerate towards the Start/Finish Straight. If you don’t have a stand ticket then the best views are obtained either from in front of the stand or from the grass banking near the Maison Blanche campsite.

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Sunday 5th June 14:30hrs - 19.00hrs Administrative checks and scrutineering (Place des Jacobins)

Monday 6th June 09:30hrs - 17:30hrs Administrative checks and scrutineering (Place des Jacobins)

Tuesday 7th June 10:00hrs Team managers’ briefing for the 24 Heures du Mans 11:00hrs Drivers’ briefing for the 24 Heures du Mans 17:00hrs Drivers’ Autograph sessions for the 24 Heures du Mans

Wednesday 8th June 09 :00 - 12:00 Administrative Checks and Scrutineering 11:00hrs Drivers’briefing Challenge Trofeo Pirelli 16:00hrs - 20:00hrs Free practice sessions for the 24 Heures du Mans 20:30hrs - 21:30hrs Free practice sessions Challenge Ferrari Trofeo Pirelli 21:00hrs - 24:00hrs Concert on the stage near the Dunlop Bridge (Raphael and Sarah Bessie) 22:00hrs - 24:00hrs Qualifying practice sessions 24 Heures du Mans

Thursday 9th June 09:00hrs - 12:00hrs Administrative checks and scrutineering 14:00hrs Drivers’ Briefing: Le Mans Legends 16:00hrs - 17:00hrs Qualifying Practice sessions Le Mans Legends 17:30hrs - 18:30hrs Qualifying Practice Sessions Challenge Ferrari Trofeo Pirelli 33 19:00hrs - 21:00hrs Qualifying practice sessions for the 24 Heures du Mans 21:00hrs - 24:00hrs Concert on the stage near the Dunlop Bridge (Julian Peretta and Mia Wallas) 21:15hrs - 21:35hrs Exhibition Le Mans for the future 22:00hrs - 24:00hrs Qualifying practice sessions for the 24 Heures du Mans

Friday 10th June 10:00hrs - 20:00hrs Open pit lane 18:00hrs - 20:00hrs Drivers' parade in the city centre

Saturday 11th June 09.00hrs - 09:45hrs Warm-up for 24 Heures du Mans 10:05hrs - 10:50hrs Race Le Mans Legends 11:15 - 12:00 Race Challenge Ferrari Trophée Pirelli 12:10 - 12:30 Exhibition Le Mans for the future 14:22hrs Starting procedures for the 24 Heures du Mans 15:00hrs Start of the 79th race of the 24 Heures du Mans 21:00hrs - 24:00hrs Concert on the stage near the Dunlop Bridge (Razorlight and Concrete Knives)

Sunday 12th June 15:00hrs End of the 79th race of the 24 Heures du Mans Le Mans 2011 Challengers The 2011 LMP1 cars have smaller less powerful engines than last year; but they’ll still be impressive and dramatic. , and all field new prototypes. The very rapid and all new are turbo diesels but the so far unproven Aston Martin AMR-One stays with a petrol engine, forgoing the popular V12 for a 2 litre turbocharged straight 6. The factory cars all feature the mandated ‘Shark’ fins on their engine covers, a measure designed to reduce the risk of cars becoming airborne in an accident. return to Le Mans with a in the consistent Rebellion Lolas. also return with the Highcroft HPD (this is an upgraded version of last year’s dominant LMP2 car). Fame isn’t just for factories at Le Mans and few are better known here than Henri Pescarolo who returns after an enforced absence with the team (and car) that bears his name. saved the Pescarolo name and features another Le Mans legend with his own team; Oak Racing, featuring the iconic Gulf livery on their pair of Pescarolo LMP1s. could also be a real contender. Their car is a power restricted 2010 Peugeot 908 HDI FAP, a car which beat the factory and this year at Sebring. If this turns into a race of attrition it could feature strongly.

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LMP1 Audi Sport North America - Audi R18 TDI LMP2 Signatech - Nissan

There are big changes too in the LMP2 class with radically different ‘cost capped’ regulations bringing production engines inside cheaper . The ACO have also decided that each car must feature at least one amateur ranked driver on their roster. However, this formula hasn’t been entirely successful so far with the 4.5 litre Zytek Nissan powered cars enjoying a clear advantage over their 4 litre BMW and HPD 2.8 V6 Twin Turbo engined rivals. 2011 sees Oreca 03s with Nissan and Judd engines which, because the basic design is carried over from an older LMP1 car need not fit the Shark Fin. Confusingly the new Lolas do fit the fin, and although the Level 5 Coupe isn’t a 2011 car the team has also opted to fit the fin. British team Greaves Motrorsport use an older Zytek design which qualifies as a cost capped car with all the trimmings as the factory have undertaken to build a car to the same design for any customer that asks. Oak Racing’s Pescarolos are re-engined 2010 designs and thus get more weight and less power from their Judd , as are the pair of HPDs, both run by crack British outfits (who took the class crown here last year) and RML (who won the Le Mans Series class last year).

www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk There is no GT1 this year and GT2 has been re-named as GTE and then further split between professional and amateur sub-classes.

The GTE Pro class features 2011 specification cars with all professional driver line-ups. The pull of Le Mans has ensured that the days of near total domination by Porsche and Ferrari are gone; however, both are represented by very strong teams here. Porsche are the defending champions and Felbermayer Proton are back with a pair of 997 GT3 RSRs. Other Porsche entries from IMSA Performance, Prospeed and ALMS favourites Flying Lizards, will also jockey for position. Ferrari’s new 458 makes its Le Mans debut in teams from AF Corse, Hankook Farnbacher, JMW and newcomers Luxury Racing. The new 458 has already had success in the Le Mans Series at Paul Ricard earlier this season. BMW will be looking for success from their factory entered M3s that have already taken the honours at Sebring but will have to beat not only the & but also a competitive pair of Pratt & Miller prepped Corvettes. fly the flag for Aston Martin in this class with their brand new Vantage. They’ll be battling for best of the Brits against JMW and the pair of brand new Lotus Evoras entered by the new Jet Alliance team.

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GTE Pro Luxury Racing Ferrari 458 Italia GTE Am Robertson Racing - Ford GT Doran

Finally there is the new GTE Am category. The cars have to be at least one year old and the team must feature at least one non-pro amongst their driver line up. A quartet of Ferrari 430s are joined by a trio of Porsche 997s, all from teams with race, championship and class winning form at Le Mans and elsewhere. They are joined by some welcome variety with a Larbre Team ex-factory Corvette, Robertson Racing’s sonorous Ford GT and a Gulf liveried Aston Martin Vantage.

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No. Country Team Car

LMP1 1 DEU Audi Sport Team Joest Audi R18 TDI 2 DEU Audi Sport Team Joest Audi R18 TDI 3 DEU Audi Sport North America Audi R18 TDI 5 CHE Hope Racing Oreca Swiss HY Tech-Hybrid 7 FRA Total Peugeot 908 8 FRA Peugeot Sport Total Peugeot 908 9 FRA Peugeot 908 10 FRA Team Oreca Matmut Peugeot 908 HDI-FAP 12 CHE Lola B 10/60 Coupe -Toyota 13 CHE Rebellion Racing Lola B 10/60 Coupe -Toyota 15 FRA Oak Racing Oak Pescarolo - Judd 16 FRA Pescarolo Team Pescarolo - Judd 19 USA Honda Performance Development ARX - 01e 20 PRT Quifel - ASM Team Zytek 09 SC 24 FRA Oak Racing Oak Pescarolo - Judd 007 GBR Aston Martin AMR - One 009 GBR Aston Martin Racing Aston Martin AMR - One

LMP2 26 FRA Signatech Nissan Oreca 03 - Nissan 36 33 USA Level 5 Lola Coupe - Honda Performance Development 35 FRA Oak Racing Oak Pescarolo - Judd BMW 36 GBR RML Honda Performance Development ARX 01 D 39 ARG Pecom Racing Lola B11/40 - Judd BMW 40 CHE Race Performance Oreca 03 - Judd BMW 41 GBR Zytek Nissan 42 GBR Strakka Racing Honda Performance Development ARX 01 D 44 FRA Extreme Limited AM Paris Norma M200P - Judd BMW 48 FRA Team Oreca Matmut Oreca 03-NISSAN 49 FRA Oak Racing Oak Pescarolo - Judd

LMP1 Pescarolo Team - Pescarolo Judd LMP2 Greaves Motor Sport - Zytek Nissan

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LMGTE Pro 51 ITA AF Corse Ferrari 458 Italia 55 DEU BMW Motorsport BMW M3 56 DEU BMW Motorsport BMW M3 58 FRA Luxury Racing Ferrari 458 Italia 59 FRA Luxury Racing Ferrari 458 Italia 64 AUT Lotus Jet Alliance Lotus Evora 65 AUT Lotus Jet Alliance Lotus Evora 66 GBR JMW Motorsport Ferrari 458 Italia 71 ITA AF Corse Ferrari 458 Italia 73 USA Corvette Racing Corvette C6 ZR1 74 USA Corvette Racing C6 ZR1 75 BEL Prospeed Competition RSR (997) 76 FRA IMSA Performance Matmut PORSCHE 911 RSR (997) 77 DEU Team Felbermayr - Proton PORSCHE 911 RSR (997) 79 GBR JOTA Aston Martin Vantage 80 USA Flying Lizard Motorsports Porsche 911 RSR (997) 88 DEU Team Felbermayr - Proton Porsche 911 RSR (997) 89 DEU Hankook - Team Farnbacher Ferrari 458 Italia

LMGTE Am 50 FRA Larbre Competition Corvette C6-ZR1 57 USA Krohn Racing Ferrari F430 37 60 ARE Gulf AMR Middle East Aston Martin Vantage 61 ITA AF Corse Ferrari F430 62 GBR CRS Racing Ferrari F430 63 DEU Proton Competition Porsche 911 RSR (997) 68 USA Robertson Racing Ford GT-Doran 70 FRA Larbre Competition Porsche 911 RSR (997) 81 USA Flying Lizard Motorsports Porsche 911 RSR (997) 83 MCO JMB Racing Ferrari F430

GTE Pro BMW Motorsport - BMW M3 GTE Am Gulf AMR Middle East - Aston Martin Vantage Le Mans 24 Hours previous winners

2010 9 (GER) / (GER) / (FRA) Audi R15 TDI Plus 2009 9 David (AUS) / Marc GENE (ESP) / (AUT) Peugeot 908 Hdi-FAP 2008 2 (ITA) / (DEN) / Allan McNISH (GBR) Audi R10 TDI 2007 1 (GER) / (ITA) / (GER) Audi R10 TDI 2006 8 Frank BIELA (GER) / Emanuele PIRRO (ITA) / Marco WERNER (GER) Audi R10 TDI 2005 3 Tom KRISTENSEN (DEN) / J.J. LEHTO (FIN) / Marco WERNER (GER) Audi R8 2004 5 (JAP) / Rinaldo CAPELLO (ITA) / Tom KRISTENSEN (DEN) Audi R8 2003 7 Rinaldo CAPELLO (ITA) / Tom KRISTENSEN (DEN) / Guy SMITH (GBR) EXP Speed 8 2002 1 Frank BIELA (GER) / Tom KRISTENSEN (DEN) / Emanuele PIRRO (ITA) Audi R8 2001 1 Frank BIELA (GER) / Tom KRISTENSEN (DEN) / Emanuele PIRRO (ITA) Audi R8 2000 8 Frank BIELA (GER) / Tom KRISTENSEN (DEN) / Emanuele PIRRO (ITA) Audi R8 1999 15 (FRA) / (ITA) / (GER) BMW V12 LMR 1998 26 Laurent AIELLO (FRA) / Allan McNISH (GBR) / Stephane ORTELLI (FRA) Porsche 911 GT1-98 1997 7 (ITA) / (SWE) / Tom KRISTENSEN (DEN) TWR Porsche WSC95 1996 7 Davy JONES (USA) / (GER) / Alexander WURZ (AUT) Joest Porsche WSC95 1995 59 Yannick DALMAS (FRA) / J.J. LEHTO (FIN) / (JAP) McLaren F1 GTR 1994 36 (ITA) / Yannick DALMAS (FRA) / (USA) Dauer Porsche 962LM 1993 3 (FRA) / (AUS) / Eric HELARY (FRA) Peugeot 905B 1992 1 (GBR) / Yannick DALMAS (FRA) / (GBR) 1991 55 (BEL) / (GBR) / (GER) 787B 1990 3 (GBR) / (USA) / John NIELSEN (DEN) Jaguar XJR-12 38 1989 63 (SWE) / (GER) / Manuel REUTER (GER) Sauber Mercedes C9 1988 2 Johnny DUMFRIES (SCO) / (HOL) / Andy WALLACE (GBR) Jaguar XJR-9LM 1987 17 Derek BELL (GBR) / (USA) / Hans-Joachim STUCK (GER) Porsche 962C 1986 1 Derek BELL (GBR) / Al HOLBERT (USA) / Hans-Joachim STUCK (GER) Porsche 962C 1985 7 (ITA) / (GER) / John "WINTER" (GER) Porsche 956B 1984 7 Klaus LUDWIG (GER) / Henri PESCAROLO (FRA) Porsche 956B 1983 3 Hurley HAYWOOD (USA) / Al HOLBERT (USA) / (AUS) 1982 1 Derek BELL (GBR) / (BEL) Porsche 956 1981 11 Derek BELL (GBR) / Jacky ICKX (BEL) /81 1980 16 Jean-Pierre JAUSSAUD (FRA) / (FRA) Rondeau 379B - Ford 1979 41 Klaus LUDWIG (GER) / (USA) / (USA) -K3 1978 2 Jean-Pierre JAUSSAUD (FRA) / (FRA) Alpine A442B - Renault 1977 4 Jurgen BARTH (GER) / Hurley HAYWOOD (USA) / Jacky ICKX (BEL) Porsche 936 1976 20 Jacky ICKX (BEL) / (HOL) Porsche 936 1975 11 Derek BELL (GBR) / Jacky ICKX (BEL) GR8 - Ford 1974 7 Gerard LARROUSSE (FRA) / Henri PESCAROLO (FRA) Matra-Simca MS670B 1973 11 Gerard LARROUSSE (FRA) / Henri PESCAROLO (FRA) Matra-Simca MS670B 1972 15 (GBR) / Henri PESCAROLO (FRA) Matra-Simca MS670 1971 22 Gijs van LENNEP (HOL) / (AUT) Porsche 917K 1970 23 (GBR) / Hans HERMANN (GER) Porsche 917K

www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk 1969 6 Jacky ICKX (BEL) / (GBR) Ford GT40 1968 9 (BEL) / Pedro RODRIGUEZ (MEX) Ford GT40 1967 1 A.J. FOYT Jr. (USA) / (USA) Ford GT Mk4 1966 2 (NZL) / Bruce McLAREN (NZL) Ford GT Mk2 1965 21 (USA) / (AUT) Ferrari 275LM 1964 20 (FRA) / (ITA) Ferrari 275P 1963 21 (ITA) / (ITA) Ferrari 250P 1962 6 (BEL) / (USA) Ferrari 330LM 1961 10 Olivier GENDEBIEN (BEL) / Phil HILL (USA) Ferrari 250TR 61 1960 11 Paul FRERE (BEL) / Olivier GENDEBIEN (BEL) Ferrari 250TR 59/60 1959 5 (GBR) / (USA) Aston Martin DBR1 1958 14 Olivier GENDEBIEN (BEL) / Phil HILL (USA) Ferrari 250TR 1957 3 (GBR) / Ron FLOCKHART (GBR) Jaguar D-type 1956 4 Ron FLOCKHART (GBR) / (GBR) Jaguar D-type 1955 6 Ivor BUEB (GBR) / (GBR) Jaguar D-type 1954 4 Jose Froilan GONZALEZ (ARG) / (FRA) Ferrari 375 Plus 1953 18 Duncan HAMILTON (GBR) / (GBR) Jaguar C-type XK120C 1952 21 (GER) / (GER) Mercedes-Benz 300SL 1951 20 Peter WALKER (GBR) / Peter WHITEHEAD (GBR) Jaguar C-type XK120C 1950 5 Jean- (FRA) / Louis ROSIER (FRA) Talbot-Lago T26C-GS 1949 22 (ITA) / Lord SELSDON (GBR) Ferrari 166MM 1940 - 1948 No race due to WWII & rebuilding work 39 1939 1 (FRA) / Jean-Pierre WIMILLE (FRA) T57C 1938 15 Eugene CHABOUD (FRA) / Jean TREMOULET (FRA) Delahaye 135 S 1937 2 (FRA) / Jean-Pierre WIMILLE (FRA) Bugatti T57G 1936 - Race cancelled due to strike action 1935 4 Luis FONTES (ARG) / John HINDMARSH (GBR) M45R Rapide 1934 9 Luigi CHINETTI (ITA) / Philippe ETANCELIN (FRA) -2300 1933 11 (ITA) / (ITA) Alfa Romeo 8C-2300 1932 8 Luigi CHINETTI (ITA) / Raymond SOMMER (FRA) Alfa Romeo 8C-2300 1931 16 (GBR) / Earl HOWE (GBR) Alfa Romeo 8C-2300 1930 4 (GBR) / (GBR) Bentley Speed 6 1929 1 Woolf BARNATO (GBR) / Tim BIRKIN (GBR) Bentley Speed 6 1928 4 Woolf BARNATO (GBR) / (GBR) Bentley 4.4 1927 3 John BENJAFIELD (GBR) / Sammy DAVIS (GBR) Bentley 3-litre Sport 1926 6 Robert BLOCH (FRA) / Andre ROSSIGNOL (FRA) La Lorraine-Dietrich B3-6 1925 5 Gerard de COURCELLES (FRA) / Andre ROSSIGNOL (FRA) La Lorraine-Dietrich B3-6 1924 8 Frank CLEMENT (GBR) / (GBR) Bentley 3-litre Sport 1923 9 Andre LAGACHE (FRA) / Rene LEONARD (FRA) Chenard & Walcker Sport Car Comparisons

Category Sports car Fuel Diesel, unleaded 98 octane E10, Top Speed 165-210 mph (four classes) cellulosic E85 (all street legal) Horsepower 650-700 isobutanol, hybrid 0-100mph 3.2 seconds Gearbox Six-speed sequential paddle shift Maximum Race Length 24 hours Tyres Racing slicks (ungrooved); grooved in rain 108-120 inches Weight (min) 1,985 lbs (900kg) Brakes No spec. (typically 4-pistoncarbon) Height (max) 40 inches (103cm) Chassis Carbon fibre monocoque Width (max) 78.74 inches (200cm) Suspension No spec. (typically pushrod with double wishbones)

Engine Up to 3.2 litres Traction Control Yes (fuel/spark); brake intervention (normally aspirated); not permitted 40 3.7 litres turbocharged Formula 1

Category Open wheel Fuel Unleaded racing gasoline (Euro 98) Top Speed 225mph Horsepower 900 0-100mph Less than three seconds Gearbox Semiautomatic with four to seven fw gears Maximum Race Length 200 miles Tyres Racing slicks (ungrooved); grooved in rain Wheelbase 120-130 inches Weight (min) 1,411 lbs (640kg) with driver Brakes 6 piston carbon Height (max) 37.4 inches (95cm) Chassis Carbon fibre monocoque Width (max) 70.9 inches (180cm) Suspension Multi-link

Engine 2.4 litre V8 Traction Control Not permitted Indy Car Series

Category Open wheel Fuel Ethanol Top Speed 230 mph Horsepower Approx 650 0-100mph 4.2 secs Gearbox Six-speed paddle shift Maximum Race Length 500 miles Tyres Racing slicks (ungrooved); grooved in rain Wheelbase 122 inches Weight (min) 1,565 lbs on ovals; Brakes 4 piston carbon (ovals); 6 piston steel 1,630 lbs on road courses (road courses) Height (max) 38 inches (96.5cm) Chassis Carbon fibre monocoque Width (max) 78.5 inches (199.4cm) Suspension Pushrod with multilink

Engine 3.5 litre V8 Traction Control Not permitted 41 Nascar

Category Stock car Fuel E15 Top Speed 200mph Horsepower Approx 850 0-100mph 4-5 secs Gearbox Manual four or five speed Maximum Race Length 600 miles Tyres Racing slicks (ungrooved) Wheelbase 110 inches Weight (min) 3,450 lbs (564.89kg) Brakes 4-piston carbon Height (max) 53.5 inches (135.89cm) Chassis Steel tubing with integral roll cage Width (max) 74 inches (187.96cm) Suspension Front and rear – independent coil springs, upper and lower A arms

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For more information and to register your interest call 0844 873 0203 www.traveldestinations.co.uk Behind the scenes with Radio Le Mans at the 2010 Le Mans 24 Hours Eve Hewitt, Managing Director, Radio Show Limited Friday Tuesday It has been a frantic few weeks leading up to this Bob and Carl work all day dragging cables and race. Even though we’re expecting it, it seems emerge tired and filthy but we are ready to go to come at us in a rush every year. There is so live. There’s always a sense of relief when I tune much to do – book accommodation, make sure in the car radio and hear Radio Le Mans playing the team know when to come and what to out. The team starts to arrive. I’m sure some bring with them, get people don’t realise clothing made, apply that they all have for the radio licence, other jobs away from book the technicals, Radio Le Mans sell the sponsorship, – TV producers (2), sort out passes, policeman, masseur, internet, isdn and writers, traffic telephone lines, announcer pre-record features and business owner. and links. Wednesday Our advance team Early meeting for heads out today with the whole team. the rest of the team following on Tuesday. It’s a quick briefing but not easy: a cross between We can’t have commentators running around herding cats and trying to calm a classroom full getting in the way when we are trying to get of excited 5-year-old schoolboys. I let everyone set up!! know who is doing what and then head out to do the facilities check which involves the pit Saturday team testing the radio mics and us checking all At the track. As usual we have no passes at all 44 the links to London and to the transmitter for and won’t get any until Tuesday morning. the radio service here at the track. However, these days they are used to us and we are able to talk our way in to allow us to get in John decides to start today’s live session from so we can start rigging. All the radio kit, the the pitlane. A bit like a much less frantic Brundle transmitter and the computers we use to run F1 pitwalk. A gentle stroll up and down chatting the station has to go up 5 floors. to whoever happens to be around. I just love the access it’s possible to get in sportscar racing! Sunday John and I head to scrutineering in town. As usual Thursday we can’t park anywhere near so I circle while he Another early meeting with the whole team. runs in to record what he can. When he comes John gives the broadcast team some notes out he looks flustered. He tells me he’s just been about yesterday’s output. It’s normal for asked for his autograph by a man wearing a John everyone to be a bit rusty but actually yesterday Hindhaugh T shirt. That would freak me out too! was a pretty good day. There’s a special project for Charles Dressing and Bruce Jones today: Monday head out to the paddock to look at the More scrutineering so I drop John and head cars. Bruce needs to take a tranquilizer into the track to check on progress with motor with him in case Charles really gets over excited! home passes and the technical team’s rig in. Great progress on the latter at least. Just as well Night practice is always one of the most exciting we have had Jim here early as Bob, our technical parts of the week. It’s when you first start to feel guru, is only arriving today having been tied up as if the race is really close. But it’s a very long doing his stuff for BTCC. I finally manage to pick day with everyone having been in early and up passes and make up packs for staff ready for no-one getting away until the early hours of tomorrow. Then off to catch up with sponsors in the morning. I chase up the motorhome passes. the paddock and set up some interviews with No idea what the issue is. key people. www.lemansrace.com www.traveldestinations.co.uk Friday listening to. I spend my time keeping an eye on No work for the broadcast team today in terms the webstream, looking after the twitter and of recording or live content. Time for them to facebook outputs and answering queries from run around the Village buying model cars and fans online (as well as controlling who goes merchandise. There’s also time for them to visit down to the studio). the Travel Destinations/Radio Le Mans campsite. Sunday They promised me they’d only have one beer. The race comes to its climax. NOT the result When I catch up with them later there are signs we’d expected but a great one nonetheless. of higher consumption levels than that. In the We say our thanks on air: sponsors, partners, meantime I chase (again) our motorhome the ACO, Travel Destinations and all the fans. passes. Still no luck. It’s possible I may have to When the show ends we still have several shout at someone tomorrow (in French). hours of work ahead of us. Packing up is tiring Saturday and dirty work and I don’t envy the parts of We are up at about 6am to get into the circuit. that that Carl and Bob have to do after such a We’ll need to check equipment early this long day. John and I head off to pack up the morning but I know we can leave the tech TV compound which we use for storage. team to get on with that. It makes for a very I get the team to bring back their kits and long day having everyone in so early but with then release them to go and get washed and the new pass system and the amount of time rested or wind down however they want. it takes to get into the circuit it’s unavoidable. One thing I always do after Le Mans each year Nearly the start of the race and the balcony is download the whole race to listen to in in our tribune begins to fill up. This always the car. happens, but we need to try to keep it clear I miss so much when I’m running around that 45 because if too many people lean over, the I lose the thread of it, it’s like jumping forward commentators can’t see the cars coming round 60 pages in a really complicated novel, for the start. I’m sure plenty of people cry at or missing the second day of a Test match. the end of the race – fatigue, elation, disappointment, relief all contribute to the Sure you can catch up but you want to go back heightened emotion of the closing stages. and find out how you got to where you are. But for me it’s the start of the race that makes And the weekend ends. It’s hard work; it’s dirty me come over all unnecessary. I think it’s work. Sometimes it’s very very frustrating work. because it’s the culmination of so much work. But it’s also incredibly exciting, great fun and, The buzz of the crowd’s anticipation and the when you hear the feedback from the fans, then roar from the cars and the fans is such a extraordinarily rewarding. huge thrill. My eyes fill and I have to pretend to sneeze to cover it up (that’s blown that Does it drive me mad sometimes? Yes. excuse for future years). Would I swap it for a proper job? Never in a million years. Over the next 24 hours there’s really not much rest to be had at all. John does about 14 hours Radio Le Mans will once again be of live race coverage but in our down time broadcasting live at the circuit in 2011 we’re in meetings, seeing clients, dealing with on 91.2FM. whatever issues come up and trying to snatch some sleep. The amazing Paul Truswell stays in the booth for the whole thing. He’s our statistician and his predictions are always worth On-Circuit assistance helpline

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