SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 4, 2025 – There’s a new thrill racing through European motorsport—and it roars with four rings. Audi’s R8 LMS GT4, in the hands of customer team Speedcar, isn’t just winning races in the 2025 GT4 European Series—it’s dominating them, delivering a championship performance that’s turning heads far beyond the paddock.
From France to Germany and beyond, the Speedcar duo of Robert Consani and Benjamin Lariche has kept fans on the edge of their seats. With back-to-back triumphs and a commanding points lead, they’re charging toward the title well ahead of schedule—and doing it in a car that feels refreshingly close to what you might (almost) see on the road.
The Audi R8 LMS GT4: From Street Soul to Race Star
What makes the R8 LMS GT4 such a standout in the ultra-competitive GT4 field? It’s Audi’s choice to base this race car on its production R8 model—meaning that DNA of high-performance, design-forward engineering flows straight from showroom to starting grid.
This isn’t a radical, unrecognizable racing beast—it’s a refined, track-honed evolution of a street-legal supercar. That’s the magic: motorsport drama with relatable roots.
Compare it briefly to other GT4 contenders:
- BMW M4 GT4: Brutal torque and German muscle, but arguably more raw than refined.
- Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport: Featherweight precision with a cult following, but less tied to street comfort.
- Audi R8 LMS GT4: A middle ground of confidence, elegance, and balanced aggression—a gentleman racer’s dream.
Winning Around the World
Audi’s customer racing teams haven’t stopped at GT4. The brand also clinched GT3 podiums on three continents and chalked up wins in the highly competitive TCR touring car category.
That global footprint says something powerful: this isn’t just a one-team, one-series fluke. It’s a larger shift in customer racing performance—where private teams, supported by factory-level technology and service, can chase and capture victories around the world.
Why It Matters for Everyday Audi Fans
You might never pull on a helmet or stand atop a podium, but the success of Audi customer racing matters—even for casual car lovers.
- It proves Audi’s dedication to real-world performance and reliability.
- It gives consumers confidence that their cars share DNA with proven winners.
- It fuels innovation that trickles down into future street models—from handling tweaks to powertrain enhancements.
Think of it like this: every lap these Audis complete at full throttle becomes data, experience, and evolution. And sooner or later, that shows up in your driveway.
Quick-Use Editorial Extra: Audi Racing—At a Glance
- Car in Focus: Audi R8 LMS GT4
- Customer Team: Speedcar
- Driver Duo: Robert Consani & Benjamin Lariche
- Latest Achievement: Double win in GT4 European Series
- Result: Extending championship lead, early title prospects
- Bonus: Audi also scores GT3 and TCR podiums across 3 continents
From Racetrack to Road: Audi’s Momentum Continues
There’s something universally exciting about seeing a car brand balance everyday sophistication with high-octane performance—and right now, Audi is doing just that. The GT4 dominance of the R8 LMS GT4 and the worldwide podiums across other series suggest Audi’s not just in the race—it’s in command of it.
Learn more about Audi Sport and customer racing at www.audi.com.