Cadillac receives weight penalty ahead of Road America race
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 7:27 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026

The #31 Action Express Cadillac, having secured two consecutive wins and maintaining a podium streak, faces a 21-kilogram weight penalty ahead of the inaugural 6-hour race at Road America. The adjustment is part of the Balance of Performance (BoP) regulations, affecting the Cadillac's competitiveness in the race. The team has been a strong performer throughout the season, and this penalty could impact their race strategy. The race is set to take place shortly, and teams are preparing to adapt to the new regulations.
- •#31 Action Express Cadillac issued a 21-kilogram weight penalty
- •Cadillac has won two consecutive races
- •Inaugural 6-hour race at Road America upcoming
- •BoP regulations influence race dynamics and strategy
- •Cadillac aiming to maintain competitive edge despite changes
- 7:27 PMMotorsport.com — Analysis: BoP Setback for Cadillac, further breaks for BMW in Road America BoP
"Following two wins in a row and a season-long podium streak by the #31 Action Express Cadillac, the V-Series.R received a 21-kilogram weight penalty that dominated the headlines when released last week. However, as usual, we need to take a closer look at the BoP sheets to see how much of a disadvantage the naturally aspirated V8-powered LMDh is carrying into the inaugural 6-hour race at Road ...Keep reading
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