A diverse batch of new cars, teams and drivers wasted no time getting into the serious business of developing cars, set-ups and confidence ahead of next month’s 12 Hours of Sebring as the  ALMS Winter Test began under sunny skies in 72 degree weather.

With stunning new Ferrari F458GTs in the hands of both the  Risi Competizione and Extreme Speed Motorsports teams, the debut of West Racing and its  Lamborghini Gallardo LP and Muscle Milk Team Cytosport’s Aston Martin rolling up miles, data, and performance insights was the priorityof the day.