"Being at the forefront of introducing this technology into what is a real high-pressure and evolutionary environment like the American Le Mans Series, it is a very proud moment for me. Although I obviously want to be competitive and win races, I also recognise that there is a bigger picture for the Corsa Motorsports team and that we are involved in something that down the line could be revolutionary for motorsports in general.”

The #48 machine is widely viewed as representing a cutting edge in the emerging world of the electrically-power transport and is an important addition for the American Le Mans Series, which positions itself as the global leader in 'green racing'.

“We have said for some time that our platform, which encourages manufacturers to develop new technologies and relevant automotive innovation, is ideally suited for the challenges the auto industry faces,” series president and CEO Scott Atherton confirmed, “And, as concerns over oil, energy and climate change continue to play prominently in headlines around the world, here is an example that offers a practical, real-world advancement that will be tested and developed in the most extreme environment in the world. Zytek and Corsa Motorsports deserve admiration and applause for taking this tremendous step in bringing another alternative power source into the American Le Mans Series.

“Zytek is well known within the motorsports industry for its race-winning prototype cars and engines. However, what most are not aware of is that Zytek is a world leader in gas-electric hybrid technologies for road cars. In fact, many of the largest auto manufacturers are utilizing Zytek hybrid technology in their road car applications. The Zytek/Corsa hybrid LMP1 car represents the cutting edge of hybrid development, with technologies being developed on the race car that will soon be transferred to the road cars of tomorrow.”

Corsa Motorsports formerly campaigned a Ferrari F430GT in the GT2 class of ALMS and stepped up to race the Zytek - without the KERS system - in two races at the end of last season.

“I am truly excited about this opportunity,” Pruitt concluded, “Not simply because Zytek constructs one of the best Le Mans prototype cars, but because of the technological relevance this car represents as society looks to the world's need for global energy reform.

"The hybrid system is untried in the harsh conditions of endurance racing but, if it proves successful, it will transcend motorsports by its social and technical relevance. Bringing such technology forward in a safe, reliable and competitive manner is a true challenge. Our excitement is bolstered by the fact that ALMS – the only remaining non-spec series – actively promotes the development and use of such technologies, confirming its position as the most relevant series in motorsports. As society begs for changes in energy consumption and carbon footprints, Corsa is pleased to have the opportunity to be a part of the research and development of this technology which will one day find itself beneficial to everyday lives outside of motorsport.”