Ilmor Engineering and GM Marine will be showcasing their unique experience at the 2024 Detroit Grand Prix on the Detroit riverfront. As part of the race celebration, the Ilmor Dock Experience at the Detroit Grand Prix will be presented in collaboration with GM Marine. The display will be located on the docks of the Detroit Wayne County Port Authority (DWCPA), the gateway to the Midwest and International Markets. Visitors will have the opportunity to view some of the boats powered by Ilmor, including an Aviara AV36 and AV40, as well as a MasterCraft X24 and X26. The display will also feature some of Ilmor’s latest marine engines, which are based on the GM Marine LT4 engine block.
New to the experience this year will be a large LED wall facing South towards the river, which will be displaying coverage of the race for passing boats.
The Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix, presented by Lear, is returning to the streets of Detroit on Sunday, June 2, marking the first time the race has been held within the city since 1991. The 1.7-mile street circuit will feature a long straight track on Jefferson Avenue before incorporating nine challenging turns along Atwater Street, Bates Street, St. Antoine, Franklin Street, and Rivard.
Mike Lindberg, Vice President of Ilmor Marine, expressed his excitement about Ilmor Marine’s return to Detroit to support Team Chevy, “The previous year’s race was a triumph for both IndyCar and the city of Detroit. We are eager to navigate the Detroit River, alongside GM Marine, Aviara, and MasterCraft Boats, to demonstrate our state-of-the-art technology to the modern boating enthusiast.”
GM Marine, a long-time supplier to Ilmor, is also excited to return this year. Displaying GM Marine engines within the Ilmor experience truly honors the long-term relationship between the two companies.
“The Detroit Grand Prix highlights the power of high-performance engineering, including this unique experience with Ilmor, featuring GM Marine engines on the Detroit River,” said Tony Brower, director, GM Powered Solutions Sales and Engineering. “Illmor and GM Marine’s Dock Experience will show capabilities in action in a setting where time-tested and innovative engine technologies are front and center.”
The race activities will start on the morning of Friday, May 31st, and will continue every day throughout the weekend until the race winner is determined on the afternoon of Sunday, June 2nd. Media and journalists are welcome to visit the event space throughout the weekend. Representatives will be available to provide a guided experience of the space and offer boat rides for a brief view of the Detroit Skyline and the Grand Prix setup.
