Porsche Stars Coming to Town
HubAuto Racing solidifies their Australian return as formidable contenders to the Bathurst 12 Hour by announcing a stellar trio of drivers for the upcoming 16-18 February event.
Taking a seat in HubAuto Racing’s Porsche 911 GT3R 992 are Porsche Factory drivers Klaus Bachler, Kevin Estre and Patrick Pilet, eager to secure a podium place and make their mark at the iconic Bathurst track.
With extensive Bathurst experience and previously finishing 3rd in the 2018 Bathurst 12 Hour, Estre is ready to step onto the podium. “I’m glad to be back in Bathurst with HubAuto Racing. It’s one of the best tracks in the world, and the competition this year is higher than ever. I can’t wait to drive on the mountain and share the car with Klaus and Patrick. We finished 2nd in the last race we did together; let’s try to improve one more step!”
Joining Estre, Austrian, Klaus Bachler is also keen to impress, “I am really looking forward to Bathurst together with HubAuto Racing! Bathurst is one of the best tracks in the world. This race is a big challenge with great competition.
Sharing the car with Patrick and Kevin is awesome, and we are ready to fight for the victory.”
Completing the trio is highly experienced Pilet: “I’m extremely happy to join HubAuto Racing for this amazing race. I have a first experience at Bathurst before, and it’s an amazing track and event. It’s definitely a race I would like to add to my collection. And sharing the car with Klaus and Kevin will be again a pleasure.”
“We are greatly anticipating having Klaus, Kevin and Patrick for HubAuto Racing’s return to Bathurst. All of the drivers work well together, and it is a wonderful opportunity to have them join us.” Said Morris Chen, Team Owner and Principal of HubAuto Racing. “Our team is confident that we have the right combination of skills and experience which places us in an excellent position for success.”
Chen said, “This synergy, and the ongoing support from our fans and sponsors is of utmost importance. We are ready to make them all proud at Mount Panorama.”
The Bathurst 12-Hour race is scheduled to commence at 5:45am (AEDT) on 18 February 2024, with the event held over 16-18 February 2024.