Now in his second full-time IMSA season, the 28-year-old Belgian driver finds himself at the center of a major transition for the manufacturer. “Obviously, I think it's always very different,” said Vanthoor, co-driver of the #24 BMW M Hybrid V8 alongside Sheldon van der Linde. Also, the way of working, working with people. We’ve had good races already this season where we showed good pace and good strategy from the guys. “On a global aspect, or looking into the involvement of the car, also on the WEC side, I think this is positive,” Vanthoor said.