Wayne Taylor Racing Faces 2026 Season with Optimism After Disappointing GTP Campaign
Despite high expectations following their return to General Motors, Wayne Taylor Racing (WTR) concluded the 2025 IMSA season without a victory in the GTP class, marking a disappointing continuation of their struggles since 2019. Operating two entries in the championship, WTR’s performance lagged behind Cadillac Racing’s other team, Whelen/Action Express, which secured wins in the final two endurance events at Indianapolis and Road Atlanta.
Driver Louis Delètraz, piloting the #40 WTR Cadillac, acknowledged last year as a learning phase. “We know last year was sort of a learning year, with a new car for us. We come here way more ready,” he stated. Although both WTR entries consistently executed near the podium with three second-place finishes, they ultimately failed to ascend to the top step.
The season’s early challenges were epitomized during the Rolex 24 At Daytona, where a key moment unfolded as Delètraz lost control of his car, initiating a significant crash. In contrast, the #10 Cadillac managed a silent top-five finish.
Looking ahead, WTR is preparing for a pivotal 2026 season, eager to improve upon their past year’s outcomes. With no guest drivers available for the upcoming 24 Hours of Daytona, Delètraz and his WTR teammates are fully tasked with reversing the team’s fortunes.
Cadillac is also making strides with the introduction of the 2026 V-Series.R. Enhancements include a new Brembo braking system and a revised aerodynamic package, aimed at increasing adaptability and reducing the impact of dirty air during races. Ricky Taylor, one of WTR’s veteran drivers, expressed confidence in the car’s new capabilities, emphasizing the significant data acquired from the previous year.
The driver lineup sees continuity, with Ricky Taylor and Filipe Albuquerque pairing in the #10 car, while Jordan Taylor continues with Delètraz in the #40. New addition Colton Herta, previously an endurance winner with WTR, will also contribute his experience.
As the season approaches, Taylor remains cautiously optimistic, stating, “We don’t believe in the improvement until we see it on track. There’s no doubt we’ll be better than last year, but how much remains to be proven.”
With renewed focus and enhanced machinery, Wayne Taylor Racing aims for a strong start to their 2026 campaign, with hopes of reclaiming their position atop the podium at the Rolex 24 at Daytona.
