Nick Yelloly Details ELMS Season and Transition Between LMP2 and Hypercar Machinery

Speaking to Motorsport Week at Silverstone, Nick Yelloly reflected on InterEuropol Competition’s European Le Mans Series (ELMS) campaign. Despite a slower start to the season compared to last year, the #34 crew scored points in every round, defended their LMP2 class victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans with an unchanged lineup, and took a convincing win at Spa. The team currently holds fifth place in the standings, 28 points behind the leader, while Yelloly sits sixth after missing the Le Castellet round due to an IMSA event clash.

Alongside his ELMS LMP2 program, Yelloly competes for Acura in the IMSA LMDh category. He noted that cornering speeds in ELMS-spec LMP2 cars are actually higher than in Hypercars, making visual transitions between the two relatively straightforward. However, he highlighted key technical differences in rear axle behavior under braking: Hypercars feature systems that prevent rear tire overslip, whereas LMP2 cars require delicate manual control to avoid losing traction and lap time.

Looking ahead to next season, Yelloly will join Ford as the manufacturer prepares to introduce its new LMDh car in the World Endurance Championship. Having driven the car for the first time earlier in the week, Yelloly stated that his extensive experience on European circuits through his junior career and ELMS racing will prove valuable for the new program.