General Motors
General Motors (GM) is an iconic American car company and is the most successful car company at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The company has won 16 overall victories since 1931 and has had a total of 64 podium finishes. The vast majority of their wins have come in the last decade, with 9 of their 16 victories coming since 2000. GM is especially proficient at the Prototype class, having won 10 races in this series since 2000.
GM is no stranger to success at Le Mans and have always been a fixture at the event. The company first tried their luck in 1930 with the Chevrolet Corvette, though their first win came the following year with a Bentley. GM also drove home lots of success in the 1990s and early 2000s, with their Audi R8 taking the win home 8 times from 2000-2006. Additionally, GM’s Corvette Racing team has had a dominant presence at the event, winning 7 times in the last 10 years in the Prototype class.
GM’s continued dominance on the tracks of the 24 Hours of Le Mans is due in large part to their ability to invest heavily in the race. GM has always had a strong commitment to motorsport and is not afraid to spend big to ensure their success. In addition to their vast financial investment, GM also brings in the best engineers and drivers to get the job done. This approach has certainly paid dividends, as they have continued to be a formidable force in Le Mans.
Ferrari
Ferrari is an Italian automobile manufacturer and is the second most successful car company at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with 9 overall victories since 1951 and 52 podium finishes. While their last overall win came in 1965, Ferrari has had 5 podium finishes in the last decade. They have been especially successful in the GTE-Pro class, having won 5 times since 2012.
Ferrari is no stranger to success in motorsport and are always a crowd favorite in Le Mans. The company first tried their luck in 1929 and have had a presence at the event ever since. Ferrari took home their first overall win in 1951 and their last in 1965, with 4 more championship titles in between. Ferrari had a streak of 3 consecutive titles in the GTE-Pro class from 2012-2014, and continue to be a top competitor in the class.
Ferrari’s success at Le Mans is due in large part to their passion and commitment to the event. Ferrari is always willing to push the boundaries on technology and design to ensure they have a competitive edge over the competition. On top of that, Ferrari brings in some of the best drivers in the world, who possess an unrivaled passion for the race. This combination of skill, dedication, and passion has ensured Ferrari’s continued success at Le Mans.
Porsche
Porsche is a German automotive manufacturer and is the third most successful car company at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with 8 overall victories since 1970 and 55 podium finishes. Porsche has had a formidable presence at Le Mans for decades, with 6 of their 8 wins coming since 1990. Their most recent victory came in 2017 and Porsche has been especially successful in the GTE-Pro class, having won 4 times since 2012.
Porsche is one of the longest-running participants in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and has been competing since the event began in 1923. Porsche had quite a bit of success in the 1970s, taking home 5 overall wins in 7 years. The company also has an enviable streak in the GTE-Pro class, having won 3 titles in a row from 1975-1977. Furthermore, Porsche also has 4 other class victories in the last 10 years.
Porsche’s continued success at Le Mans is due to their reputation as a top car manufacturer, their dedicated engineering staff, and their talented drivers. Porsche has always been a fierce competitor in motorsport and never shies away from making bold decisions in order to stay ahead of the competition. Additionally, Porsche maintains a strong commitment to Le Mans, having traditionally had a presence at the event for close to a century.
Ford
Ford is an American automotive manufacturer and is the fourth most successful car company at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with 4 overall victories since 1966 and 33 podium finishes. Ford’s first victory at Le Mans came in 1966 and their most recent in 2016. Ford’s success at Le Mans has been largely confined to the GTE-Pro class, with 4 victories coming since 1998.
Ford is one of the longest running participants in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, having participated since the inaugural race in 1923. Ford’s first overall win came in 1966 and it was a remarkable success for the company at the time. Since then, Ford has continued to have an impressive presence at the event, having won 4 titles in the last 18 years in the GTE-Pro class. Notable victories include their back-to-back wins in 1997 and 1998.
Ford’s success at Le Mans is due to a combination of their commitment to the event, their innovative engineering staff, and a talented driving crew. Ford has always been a major player in motorsport and has never been afraid to spend big to make sure they are competitive. Additionally, Ford has managed to stay ahead of the competition with their creative and innovative approaches to car design. All of these factors have combined to make Ford a formidable competitor at Le Mans.
Toyota
Toyota is a Japanese automotive manufacturer and is the fifth most successful car company at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with 2 overall victories since 1995 and 38 podium finishes. Toyota’s first overall victory came in 1995 and their most recent win in 2018. The company has had a lot of success in the Prototype class, particularly in the last few years, having won 3 consecutive titles from 2014-2016.
Toyota first tried their luck at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1993 and soon established themselves as a formidable presence at the event. Toyota had their first overall victory in 1995 and then went on to win the event again in 2018. The company has been especially successful in the Prototype class in recent years, having won 3 consecutive titles from 2014-2016. Toyota continues to be a top contender in this class.
Toyota’s success at Le Mans is due in large part to their commitment and investment in the event. The company has always been willing to push the boundaries on technology and design to ensure they can remain competitive. In addition to their financial investments, Toyota also brings in some of the best drivers in the world who possess an unrivaled passion for the race. This combination of talent and dedication has ensured Toyota’s continued success at Le Mans.
Audi
Audi is a German automotive manufacturer and is the sixth most successful car company at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with 2 overall victories since 2000 and 27 podium finishes. Audi’s first overall victory came in 2000 and their most recent win in 2011. The company has been especially successful in the Prototype class, winning the event 5 times between 2000 and 2006.
Audi first attempted to compete at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1994 and have been a presence at the event ever since. Audi took home their first overall victory in 2000 and then went on to win the event again in 2011. The company has been especially successful in the Prototype class, winning the event 5 times between 2000 and 2006. Audi has also enjoyed a lot of success in the GTE-Pro class, having won 3 titles in the last 10 years.
Audi’s success at Le Mans is due in large part to their commitment to the event and their willingness to invest heavily in the race. Audi has always been a major player in motorsport and never shies away from spending big to make sure they stay ahead of the competition. Additionally, Audi also brings in some of the best engineers and drivers in the world, who possess an unrivaled passion for the race. This combination of skill and dedication has ensured Audi’s continued success at Le Mans.
Jaguar
Jaguar is a British automotive manufacturer and is the seventh most successful car company at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with a single overall victory since 1951 and 24 podium finishes. Jaguar’s win came in 1951 and the company has had a steady presence at the event ever since. It has been successful in numerous classes over the years, though its most recent win came in the GTE-Pro class in 2017.
Jaguar is one of the oldest participants in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, having participated since the very beginning in 1923. The company had its first overall victory in 1951 and then went on to rack up a number of class victories in the 1990s. Jaguar also had a dominant presence in the GTE-Pro class from 2012-2017, taking home the title 4 times in that stretch. This included their most recent victory in 2017.
Jaguar’s success at Le Mans is due to a combination of their innovative engineering staff, their commitment to the event, and their talented drivers. Jaguar has always been willing to push the boundaries on car design and engineering to ensure they can remain competitive. Additionally, Jaguar has managed to stay ahead of the competition by bringing in some of the best drivers in the world and by staying dedicated to the event. All of these have factors have ensured Jaguar’s continued success at Le Mans.
