Pratt Miller Motorsports, the legendary motorsports team behind the construction and campaigning of the iconic yellow C8 Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs in IMSA competition, is excited to announce a dynamic new partnership with Forgeline Motorsports, manufacturers of incredible high-performance custom made-to-order lightweight forged aluminum street and racing wheels.
This partnership agreement between these two leaders in motorsports will provide Forgeline with brand integration into multiple Pratt Miller team assets. This will include placement on the No. 3 and No. 4 Chevrolet C8 Corvette Z06 GT3.R race cars driven by Antonio Garcia, Alexander Sims, Tommy Milner, and Nicky Catsburg. Rounding out the team for endurance events are Dani Juncadella and Earl Bamber. Pratt Miller VP, Motorsports Brandon Widmer had this to say about Forgeline joining the team, “We are thrilled to welcome Forgeline into our family of team partners. Steve and David are exceptional individuals who have solidified their reputations in a fiercely competitive industry.”
Having the chance to partner with Pratt Miller Motorsports and their fabled sports car team has been something we have had our eyes on for a while now, and it felt like the right time. – Steve Schardt, Forgeline Motorsports Founder
In addition, the partnership will showcase content creation, distribution, and community engagement within the digital space, including signage inside the Pratt Miller Motorsports podcast studio. This will be the focus for both organizations to bring the motorsports stories to fans and enthusiasts well beyond race weekends.
Their wheels, which we proudly use on our team cars, are a testament to their commitment to quality and performance. Now, we eagerly anticipate the innovative ventures and unique experiences we will craft together beyond the racetrack. – Brandon Widmer, Pratt Miller VP, Motorsports
Forgeline Motorsports founder Steve Schardt is just as thrilled as the Pratt Miller team for the possibilities to come. “The growing passion for motorsports in the United States is palpable, and we’re thrilled to be part of this vibrant scene,” Steve said. “Our goal is to not only engage existing fans but also to captivate new audiences, contributing to the sport’s ever-expanding appeal.”
In the world of motorsport, every victory on the track is a shared triumph, and we’re excited to be part of this winning formula. – Steve Schardt
We look forward to seeing what this powerhouse partnership is capable of in the upcoming 2024 IMSA Weathertech Sportscar Championship racing season that kicks off this week on January 19th with the Roar Before The 24 warmup event held at Daytona International Speedway. The Rolex 24 At Daytona race will be held from January 25th to the 28th and marks the opening round of the season.