VGRT Expands TCR Program; Bergstein, Miller Confirmed

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VGRT has announced an expansion into a two-car Hyundai Elantra N TCR program in IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge next year, having named Lance Bergstein and Jon Miller as its first driver pairing.

Bergstein, who competed in Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS Endurance Cup in 2023 and notched multiple podiums and a class win in Pirelli GT4 America this year, will take part in his first full season alongside Miller.

“I am excited to have finally put together a full season in IMSA,” he said. “This has always been the goal ever since first sitting in a race car.

“The competition will be high, but we have assembled a complete package here on all fronts.

“The Hyundai Elantra N TCR is a fantastic platform, and with the support of VGRT, Lincoln Equities Group and Jon, we will do some great things this season.”

Miller added: “While Lance and I have a long history together, this is a reunion of sorts on a few levels. We raced with Victor’s team at Watkins Glen in TCR a couple of seasons ago as a one-off and showed great pace there at one of our favorite tracks.

“I’ve kept in touch with Victor [Gonzalez] and Bryan Herta over the past few years, always looking for the right opportunity to campaign a full season in a Hyundai TCR, so it’s exciting that we’ve found it together.

“I’m thrilled that we’re entering this program with a strong alliance and the ingredients for success.”

Team owner Victor Gonzalez, meanwhile, expressed his excitement of adding a second full-season TCR entry to his stable.

“We’re excited to bring another competitive Hyundai TCR to the field, ready to fight for wins,” he said.

“It’s important to us to demonstrate our commitment to the partnership with Bryan Herta Autosport and Hyundai USA, and we look forward to a successful season together.”

Drivers for the second Elantra N TCR have yet to be announced.

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