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Genesis Magma Racing gears up for FIA WEC debut at Imola, showcasing its new GMR-001 Hypercar and ambitious long-term vision.

Genersis Magma Racing reveals livery for WEC Hypercar debut

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Genesis Magma Racing officially launched on 4 December 2024, and just under 500 days later, the manufacturer’s new WEC Hypercar will make its competitive debut at Italy’s Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari. The eagerly anticipated 6 Hours of Imola (17–19 April) will mark the start of the Le Castellet-based team’s WEC campaign. Despite the…

IDEC Sport extends its Genesis partnership for 2026, with Chadwick, Rinicella and Hörr sharing the Trajectory Program LMP2 car.

IDEC Sport extends Genesis Magma Racing Trajectory Program into 2026 ELMS season

Karishma Persad4 months ago6 days ago06 mins

IDEC Sport will continue its partnership with Genesis Magma Racing during the 2026 European Le Mans Series season, with Jamie Chadwick, Valerio Rinicella and Laurents Hörr sharing the team’s #18 LMP2 entry. The two organisations began working together in 2025 through the Genesis Magma Racing Trajectory Program. That first phase prepared personnel and drivers for…

Genesis Magma Racing surpasses 8,000km with its GMR-001 Hypercar in Barcelona, marking a key reliability milestone ahead of 2026 FIA WEC debut.

Genesis Magma Racing reaches key reliability milestone with GMR-001 Hypercar ahead of 2026 WEC campaign

Karishma Persad6 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Genesis Magma Racing has achieved a significant development milestone in its preparations for the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), as the GMR-001 Hypercar surpassed 8,000km of running during testing at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Genesis Magma Racing reaches key reliability milestone with GMR-001 Hypercar ahead of 2026 WEC campaign The Hyundai premium brand launched…

Genesis Magma Racing confirms Mathieu Jaminet and Paul-Loup Chatin to complete its 2026 FIA WEC Hypercar driver line-up.

Genesis Magma Racing finalises 2026 WEC Hypercar driver line-up

Karishma Persad7 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Genesis Magma Racing has completed its driver line-up for the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship, confirming Mathieu Jaminet and Paul-Loup Chatin as the final additions to its Hypercar programme. The Korean manufacturer will make its debut in the championship’s top category next March and has opted for a blend of proven experience and emerging talent…

Genesis Magma Racing adds Mathys Jaubert and Daniel Juncadella to its 2026 FIA WEC Hypercar line-up alongside Lotterer and Derani.

Genesis Magma Racing confirms Jaubert and Juncadella for 2026 FIA WEC Hypercar programme

Karishma Persad9 months ago3 months ago06 mins

Genesis Magma Racing has confirmed two additional drivers for its 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Hypercar programme, strengthening its line-up ahead of the team’s debut season in 2026. Mathys Jaubert and Daniel Juncadella will join the previously announced André Lotterer and Pipo Derani as the Hyundai-owned brand prepares to enter the championship’s top category…

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 Persad10 months ago3 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…