2026 World Endurance Championship Archives

Nick Cassidy joins Team Peugeot TotalEnergies for 2026 FIA WEC, calling the Hypercar drive a ‘dream’ opportunity at Le Mans.

Nick Cassidy joins Peugeot Hypercar programme for 2026 WEC campaign

Karishma Persad11 months ago5 months ago02 mins

Two-time FIA Formula E World Championship runner-up Nick Cassidy will make a full-time return to the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) next year, after being confirmed as part of Team Peugeot TotalEnergies’ 2026 Hypercar line-up. Although Cassidy is widely recognised for his success in single-seaters, finishing inside the top three in Formula E for the…

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BMW M Hybrid V8 will sport a new look and aerodynamics in 2026 FIA WEC, with a revised front end and technical upgrades for more consistent performance.

BMW M Hybrid V8 to get bold new look and aero updates for 2026 WEC

Karishma Persad11 months ago5 months ago03 mins

The BMW M Hybrid V8 will return to the track for the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) with a striking new design, thanks to a series of aerodynamic updates. The German automotive giant made the announcement on 26 August, revealing that the revised Hypercar will feature both a bold exterior redesign and technical optimisations…

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Genesis Magma Racing’s GMR-001 Hypercar completes its first shakedown ahead of an extensive testing programme before its 2026 WEC debut.

Genesis Magma Racing begins testing programme for 2026 FIA WEC Hypercar entry

Karishma Persad12 months ago5 months ago03 mins

Genesis Magma Racing has taken a significant step towards its 2026 debut in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) after its new Genesis GMR-001 Hypercar successfully completed its first on-track shakedown. The car, which will compete in the championship’s top-tier Hypercar category from 2026, represents the centrepiece of the manufacturer’s ambitious endurance racing programme. ORECA…

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