RAVENOL, a leading name in lubricant production, has announced a multi-year partnership with Creventic, becoming the official lubricant supplier for the Michelin 24H Series. This new deal will start with the Michelin 12H Mugello, the opening race of the Michelin 24H Series European season, on 20/21/22 March. The agreement also extends RAVENOL’s existing support for Creventic’s Prototype Cup Europe, cementing a long-term relationship with the prominent motorsport organisation.
RAVENOL and Michelin a key partnership for endurance racing and 24H Series
Many regard the Michelin 24H Series as one of the most prestigious multi-class endurance racing categories globally. Since its inception nearly two decades ago, it has attracted some of the best drivers and teams in motorsport. The series features a range of high-performance cars, including GT3 machines such as Porsche 911 GT3 R, BMW M4 GT3 EVO, and Ferrari 296 GT3, as well as various classes like the 992 class for Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars, the GT4 class with Mercedes-AMG and BMW, and the GTX class for prototype sportscars. Additionally, the TCE-TCX class showcases touring car-style machines.
With its various sub-divisions within each class, the Michelin 24H Series provides an exciting and competitive platform for both professional drivers and amateurs. As the official lubricant partner, RAVENOL will have its branding prominently displayed on participating cars from renowned manufacturers like Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mercedes-AMG, and Porsche.
Expanding RAVENOL’s presence in endurance racing
Founded in 1946, RAVENOL produces a comprehensive range of high-quality lubricants from its state-of-the-art facilities in Werther and Lubmin, Germany. The company’s commitment to motorsport is evident through its ongoing partnerships and technical involvement in racing. In addition to its new role in the Michelin 24H Series, RAVENOL is enhancing its collaboration with Creventic for the Prototype Cup Europe, a series dedicated to LMP3 specification prototype sports cars.
For the past three seasons, RAVENOL has supported the Prototype Cup. It will enter its fifth year in 2026. The company’s extended partnership with Creventic will ensure continued exposure for its products in top-level motorsport. The Prototype Cup Europe has gained significant recognition, and its growth complements RAVENOL’s strategic plans within the endurance racing sector.
The growing partnership between RAVENOL and Creventic 24H Series
Orry Lichtenberg, from Creventic, expressed excitement over the strengthened relationship with RAVENOL: “We are very proud that a well-known brand such as RAVENOL is partnering with Creventic across multiple series. RAVENOL has been a strategic partner of the Prototype Cup for several years, which was the foundation our new partnership has been built upon. Now, with RAVENOL as Official Lubricant partner of the Michelin 24H Series, we intensify our partnership with additional exposure.”
Lichtenberg further highlighted the global reach of the partnership, adding, “As part of this, we also provide teams all over the world with the opportunity to get familiar with the highest level of lubricant available on the market. With races all across Europe and in the Middle East we will proudly present the RAVENOL brand to a wide audience, delivering the best in endurance racing as we go!”
Martin Huning, from RAVENOL, also shared his enthusiasm about the new partnership: “I am very pleased that we will be the official lubricant partner of the Michelin 24H Series in the future. The series is excellently organized by Creventic, and we are already represented there through several team partners who have been using our products for many years. With this commitment to the Michelin 24H Series, RAVENOL is involved in an endurance racing series in which quality and performance over long race distances play a particularly important role.”
As the official lubricant supplier for the Michelin 24H Series, RAVENOL’s involvement will contribute to the performance and reliability of the participating teams and vehicles, further solidifying the company’s presence in the endurance racing world.
A strong future for both brands
With the extended partnership, both Creventic and RAVENOL are positioning themselves for continued success in endurance racing. The Michelin 24H Series, with its diverse range of races and international appeal, provides the ideal platform for RAVENOL to showcase its world-class lubricants to an even wider audience. This partnership further strengthens the link between high-performance racing and cutting-edge lubricant technology, ensuring that teams have the best possible support to compete at the highest level.
As RAVENOL continues to expand its influence in endurance racing, both through its involvement with the Michelin 24H Series and the Prototype Cup Europe, the company remains committed to providing the best products to teams and manufacturers around the world. Creventic’s partnership with RAVENOL marks an exciting chapter in the evolution of both brands, one that will help shape the future of endurance racing.
