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Both McLaren and Ford have accepted the obvious: that this golden age of endurance racing cannot take place without them. Both are set to commit to Hypercar projects, and both are set to do so in 2027. The reason? They were initially linked
The World Endurance Championship’s top class will see eight manufacturers compete this year, with the season kicking off in Qatar on February 28th. Alpine, BMW, Cadillac, Ferrari, Peugeot, Porsche, and Toyota are in the mix, with Aston Martin replacing Lamborghini. Genesis will join in 2023, followed by Ford and McLaren most likely in 2027. McLaren and Ford have been working towards a common project for a return to endurance racing’s top class. McLaren wanted a twin-turbo V6 engine while Ford preferred a naturally aspirated V8, leading to differences. Despite this, both brands are aiming for a comeback in 2027, recognizing the importance of endurance racing in their history and market presence.
