Proton Competition
Team Information
Proton Competition is a German auto racing team founded in 1996 by Gerold Ried and currently owned by his son Christian Ried. Based in Ummendorf, Baden-Württemberg, the team competes in multiple endurance racing series, including the FIA World Endurance Championship, European Le Mans Series, and IMSA SportsCar Championship. Proton Competition races customer Porsche 963 and factory-supported Ford Mustang GT3 cars and has a notable history of success with multiple team and driver championships in GT classes. The team is recognized for its distinctive light blue livery since 2006 and has made numerous appearances at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Location:
Ummendorf, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Founded:
1996
Ownership:
Christian Ried (owner, son of founder Gerold Ried)
General Manager:
Christian Ried
Cup Titles:
Teams' Championships: 5 (LMS 2009, 2010; ILMC 2010 GT2; ELMS 2018, 2020, 2023 GTE), Drivers' Championships: 3 (LMS 2009, 2010 GT2; ELMS 2020 GTE)
Championships Won:
5 (LMS 2009, 2010; ILMC 2010 GT2; ELMS 2018, 2020, 2023 GTE)
Team Colors:
light blue (since 2006, similar to current livery)
Manufacturer:
Porsche
Athletes: