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McLaren previews its 2027 Hypercar contender with a striking showcar at Le Mans
McLaren unveiled its LMDh prototype at the Le Mans 24 Hours event, giving fans a preview of its return to the World Endurance Championship’s Hypercar class in 2027. The car showcased a distinctive papaya orange and black livery reminiscent of McLaren’s iconic color scheme in Formula 1, Formula E, and IndyCar. The design pays tribute to McLaren’s historic victories in the Indianapolis 500, Monaco Grand Prix, and Le Mans 24 Hours. In addition to the race car, McLaren announced the Project Endurance initiative, offering customers the opportunity to purchase a road-adapted version of the WEC prototype. The program includes a two-year customer experience with a Dallara-built LMP2 chassis and twin-turbo V6 hybrid powertrain. McLaren’s goal is to provide buyers with an authentic racing experience, complete with access to top international circuits, driver coaching, race engineers, and a dedicated pit crew. This effort signifies McLaren’s anticipated return to top-level sportscar competition after a 30-year hiatus, aiming to compete in the WEC’s Hypercar class in collaboration with United Autosports.
