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More details of Ford’s Le Mans return in top class revealed
Ford has announced significant plans for its return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans in Hypercar in 2027, with Dan Sayers of Red Bull Powertrains taking a key role in the project. The American carmaker revealed earlier this year its intentions to compete in the World Endurance Championship top class and at Le Mans starting from 2027. Having previously clinched four outright victories at Le Mans between 1966 and 1969 and achieved class wins in recent GT competitions, Ford is now gearing up for a new chapter in endurance racing. ORECA has been named as the chassis partner for Ford’s Hypercar program, with both companies expressing excitement about the partnership and the upcoming project. Ford’s President and CEO Jim Farley emphasized the company’s determination to compete at Le Mans and reclaim the top spot on the podium after more than half a century, setting the stage for a thrilling return to top-tier endurance racing alongside other manufacturers like McLaren and Genesis in the coming years.
