Proton Huber Racing Debuts in 2024 Porsche Cups

New joint venture targets success in Supercup and Carrera Cup Deutschland.

Proton Competition will expand its presence in Porsche's exclusive one-make cups through a strategic collaboration with Huber Racing. The newly established joint venture, operating under the name Proton Huber Racing, is primed to significantly impact the 2024 season of the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup and the Porsche Carrera Cup Deutschland.

Christoph Huber, running the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup team, plans to deploy two to three Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars. This move is a testament to the team's ambition and commitment to excellence in one of the most prestigious racing series.

In the equally competitive Porsche Carrera Cup Germany, Proton Huber Racing will amplify its presence by fielding up to five Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars, showcasing the breadth and depth of its racing prowess.

Christian Ried, the Team Principal at Proton Competition, expressed enthusiasm about the joint venture. "By uniting the strengths and experiences of two individually successful Porsche teams, we're poised to create synergies that will enhance our competitive edge against formidable international rivals in these renowned one-make cups," he remarked.

This strategic merger will bring together the best of both worlds, combining decades of individual team successes into a formidable force in the racing arena.

Echoing this sentiment, Christoph Huber, Team Principal at Huber Racing, shared his excitement about the collaboration. "Teaming up with Proton Competition, a team with a track record of success spanning several decades, is a thrilling development for us. This partnership not only bolsters the allure of the Porsche one-make cups but also significantly improves the advancement opportunities for our drivers," Huber stated.

The joint venture will provide an unparalleled platform for driver development, something few teams can offer to such an extent.

The 2024 season of the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup is shaping up to be a calendar highlight, featuring eight races held alongside the Formula 1 events at legendary circuits, including Monte Carlo, Monza, and Spa-Francorchamps. Additionally, the Porsche Carrera Cup Germany promises an action-packed season with 16 races, offering ample opportunities for Proton Huber Racing to showcase their combined expertise and ambition.

As the racing world anticipates the start of the 2024 season, Proton Huber Racing stands poised to make a significant impact in the Porsche one-make cups, leveraging their combined experience and expertise to vie for top honours in these esteemed racing series.