[source: Unitronic]
With only three races remaining in the 2024 Michelin Pilot Challenge season, the Unitronic JDC-Miller Motorsports team sets their sights on the Virginia is for Racing Lovers Grand Prix this weekend. Coming off a strong P4 result at Road America, even with their backs against the wall following on-track, qualifying session incident, the seasoned driver pairing of Chris Miller and Mikey Taylor are excited to hit the ground running once more.
“I’m really excited to get back in the car and back with the team at a track we have fond memories of! It’s no secret the new Balance of Performance we have been given is making the car a lot less competitive compared to our competition but we have the best crew and engineering on our side to make the most of it. I still believe even with the huge handicap we have, we can win this race and continue to work towards our championship goal!” said a pumped up, Mikey Taylor.
CHAMPIONSHIP LEADERS
After 7 races in the 2024 season, the Unitronic JDC-Miller Motorsports Team is still holding on to the top spot of the TCR leaderboardwith a 220-point lead over the nearest Hyundai. The team is now looking to bolster this lead even further at the historic, 3.27-mile, 17-turn Virginia International Raceway next.
FIRST PLACE FINISHERS IN 2021 & 2023
Veteran drivers Chris Miller and Mikey Taylor have plenty of experience on their side heading into this weekend’s race. In 2021, the team was able to propel their Gen1 Audi TCR to its second victory of the season at VIR in October. In 2023, the Unitronic JDC Miller Motorsports Team was streaking through the second half of the season as they chased the championship title, fending off attacks from the strong Alfa Romeo Guilietta on their way to another victory at VIR in August.
GMP JOINS THE CHAMPIONSHIP HUNT ONCE MORE
Unitronic Authorized Dealer (and no stranger to racing) GMP Performance will be joining the team once more this weekend. With several premiere workshops in the southeastern US region, GMP specializes in performance upgrades and service for German vehicles. They are particularly well-known for their German automotive enhancements, tailoring current model vehicles to individuals with custom wheel and tire packages, sport suspension, exhaust, engine power upgrades and interior appointments. The company has evolved into regional all-inclusive automotive facilities with installation specialists for the industry’s most recognizable upgrade brands as well as performing routine maintenance, diagnostic and repair with on site detailing and vehicle storage. GMP has a motorsports mentality in everything they do.
RACE SCHEDULE
This weekend’s 2-hour Virginia is for Racing Lovers Gran Prix kicks off on Saturday at 2:15 PM ET. Stay up to date on all our activities, learn more about the team, our pro drivers, the #17 RS 3 LMS TCR race car, our tremendous sponsors and shop for team merch HERE. Make sure to tune into UNITRONIC social media channels for behind the scenes race coverage of all ten championship events!
About UNITRONIC®
UNITRONIC® engineers industry-leading aftermarket performance enhancing software and hardware for Audi®, Volkswagen®, Seat®, and Skoda® cars worldwide. Best known for its performance software engine and transmission calibrations, Unitronic enhances vehicle performance while maintaining complete OEM-like reliability and drivability. Unitronic’s UniCONNECT+ Programming and Diagnostic Interface empowers Unitronic Clients to safely reprogram their engine and transmission control modules from the comfort of home, anywhere in the world. Learn more about Unitronic’s competitive advantage at www.getunitronic.com
About JDC-MILLER MOTORSPORTS
JDC-MILLER MOTORSPORTS is a world-class multiple championship winning sportscar racing team, with a total of 18 championships, 60 wins, 57 pole positions, and 195 podiums, most of which coming by way of their Prototype class programs running in the IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship. Highlights include an Overall Win at the Six Hours at Watkins Glen in 2018, 2017 Winner Extreme Spirit Award, and 2017 Winner Jim Trueman Award, providing the team an automatic entry into the 2018 24 Hours of LeMans. Learn more at www.jdcmotorsport.com
About LIQUI MOLY USA – Canada
LIQUI MOLY USA – Canada is a subsidiary of LIQUI MOLY GmbH, a global motor oil and additive company based in Germany selling products in more than 150 countries. LIQUI MOLY offers more than 4,000 items globally covering automotive, powersports, commercial vehicles, boats and watercraft and more. LIQUI MOLY USA – Canada is actively involved in motorsports in numerous capacities highlighted by teams in IMSA USA and IMSA Canada, TC America and Trans AM. Learn more at www.liqui-moly.com
About OUT THERE BRANDS
Out There Brands was founded by professional racing driver Mikey Taylor. He saw a need for a company that offers extreme personalization and customer service in the branding industry and founded OTB in order to fill it. Producing custom-made displays and apparel to bring attention to our customers. Using his experience in the motorsport industry, Mikey focused on working with suppliers and forming partnerships to utilize only the best materials and products from around the world to deliver durable, cost-effective and stand out products! Learn more at www.OutThereBrands.com
