SAMANTHA TAN Steps Up to IMSA Pilot Challenge, Teams with Bill Auberlen

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December 23, 2025

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • SAMANTHA TAN is stepping up to one of North America’s most competitive GT4 championships after a stellar IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge season where she scored four GTDX podiums and finished third in class standings as the top Bronze driver. Her partnership with Random Vandals Racing puts her in prime position to make an immediate impact.
  • The collaboration brings together TAN’s rising talent with BMW factory legend Bill Auberlen, who holds the record for most IMSA wins with 65 victories. Auberlen’s return to the IMSA paddock after two years away gives TAN access to unmatched experience as she makes this crucial career step.
  • Random Vandals Racing is fielding two BMW M4 GT4 entries, with the second car featuring D3 Scholarship winner Nicky Hays alongside Robert Megennis. The team’s recent success combined with ST Racing partnership creates a formidable platform for both drivers to challenge for podiums immediately.

UPCOMING:

  • IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge season opener
  • Rolex 24 At Daytona

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting originally appearing on www.dailysportscar.com