A rough - but I hope faithful - translation.
Ietoshi Kenedo's T2M Motorsport will once again be around the European circuits in '07.
Yet, '07 will be something of a novelty as Kaneko has abandoned his valliant Porsche (sold to a Japanese collector) to try a new challenge in prototypes.
"I considered both LMP1 & 2 but in LMP1 you have Audi, Peugeot and others... It's difficult to be a contender. I thought that LMP2 would be more fun. For two years now I have enjoyed good relations with Dome and have great confidence in their potential, I asked them if they could produce an LMP2 and they accepted [the challenge].
This LMP2 will be constructed starting with the shell of the S101.5 which is similarly equipped to the LMP1 which will be run by Jan Lammers's RfH. This new shell has been built by dome to conform precisely to the regulations. The LMP1 will run in Dutch colours and the LMP2 in Japanese colours. The cost of the Dome is right there with other cars in the category.
The choice of engine is yet to be decided, Kaneko told us he is negotiating with several manufacturers. The car should arrive in March and Ietoshi already has contracts with several sponsors. The choice of drivers will be decided soon.
T2M's programme is quite clear : LMS. Kaneko will also be after a place in the 24 hours.
Other changes: T2M will move to the South of France. The team will locate to Cevennes, inside the Alez circuit. Welcome to Dome - but in LMP2. Here are some other LMP2 entrants : Lola BO5/40;Courage LC75, the new Pilbeam, WR and perhaps Radical SR9.
