DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.—IMSA’s WeatherTech SportsCar Championship has started the 2016 season with the Roar Before the 24 test at Daytona International Speedway. Fifty-four cars signed up for the three-day test, including several brand new teams and several series regulars with new cars. Here are a few imaged from the afternoon session.
(All photos: Chris Jasurek/Epoch Times)
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