Every June, drivers from different countries compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France. Established more than 100 years ago, the endurance race is won by the car covering the greatest distance in 24 hours.

We spent the race with the tire manufacturer for all of the Hypercar class, and discovered why Le Mans is such a critical test lab.

Le Mans race set to happen this weekend at the Circuit de la Sarthe in northwestern France, there are 5 things you must know.