P1racenews AI automatic summary:
McLaren has taken a significant step towards formally confirming a future factory Hypercar program, RACER understands, following years of internal evaluation. Approval in principle for the program …
McLaren has received approval in principle for a future factory Hypercar program, with plans for a fully-funded effort likely to begin in 2027. The program aims to compete in the FIA WEC, with a potential LMDh rules prototype and Dallara as the possible chassis partner. Financial planning for the program is advancing rapidly, with a formal confirmation possibly expected at Le Mans 30 years after McLaren’s previous victory. Once confirmed, McLaren will join Aston Martin and Genesis in future Hypercar factory programs, with further manufacturers also evaluating potential entries.
