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McLaren strengthens 2027 WEC Hypercar project with Laurens Vanthoor

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

McLaren Racing has added major firepower to its upcoming FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Hypercar programme by confirming Laurens Vanthoor as its second driver. The former world champion will join Mikkel Jensen in McLaren’s 2027 line-up, as the British marque prepares to return to top-level international endurance racing with its MCL-HY prototype. McLaren announced Vanthoor’s…

McLaren’s MCL-HY completes its first test in Italy, with Mikkel Jensen praising the team’s progress before its 2027 WEC debut.

Jensen delighted after first first miles in MCL-HY ahead of 2027 WEC debut

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

McLaren has taken a significant step towards its return to top-level sportscar racing after the new MCL-HY completed its first on-track running in Italy. The McLaren Hypercar Team, which will enter the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) in 2027 as McLaren United AS, gathered trackside for the first time at the Autodromo Riccardo Paletti in…

McLaren’s MCL-HY Hypercar begins testing, blending hybrid innovation and racing heritage ahead of its 2027 WEC debut.

McLaren MCL-HY Hypercar hits the track ahead of 2027 WEC debut

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago010 mins

McLaren has taken a major step in its return to top-tier endurance racing with the reveal and first on-track test of its forthcoming MCL-HY Hypercar. Set to make its competitive debut in the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), the car represents a bold new chapter for the British marque as it prepares to rejoin…

McLaren prepares for 2027 Le Mans return under James Barclay, targeting success in the WEC Hypercar era with a long-term vision.

New era beckons as McLaren builds towards 2027 WEC Hypercar return with Barclay at helm

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago06 mins

McLaren is preparing for a landmark return to top-level endurance racing in the 2027 World Endurance Championship (WEC), marking its first appearance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in nearly three decades. Following its iconic debut victory in 1995 with the F1 GTR, the British manufacturer is now targeting success in the modern Hypercar…

Mikkel Jensen says he is in a “golden time” of his career as he helps develop McLaren Racing’s new Hypercar for its 2027 WEC return.

Jensen embraces key development role as McLaren prepares of 2027 WEC Hypercar return

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Mikkel Jensen believes he has reached the ideal stage of his endurance racing career as he prepares to play a central role in McLaren Racing’s ambitious Hypercar project for WEC 2027. The Danish driver feels the timing of his recruitment could prove crucial as the British manufacturer gears up for its return to the top…

A 62-car grid has been confirmed for the 2026 WEC 24 Hours of Le Mans, with fierce battles expected across Hypercar, LMGT3 and LMP2.

Entry list revealed for 2026 24 Hours of Le Mans as 62 cars prepare for battle

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

The official entry list for the 94th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans has been unveiled, confirming a formidable 62-car field for the iconic endurance race scheduled for 10–14 June 2026 as part of the WEC season. The evolution of a historic race As the fourth round of the FIA World Endurance Championship…

Mikkel Jensen joins McLaren Racing for its 2027 WEC Hypercar debut, describing “goosebumps” after visiting McLaren Technology Centre.

McLaren signs Mikkel Jensen for ambitious 2027 WEC Hypercar programme

Karishma Persad5 months ago3 months ago04 mins

McLaren Racing has confirmed Mikkel Jensen as the first driver for its ambitious return to the top class of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) in 2027. The Danish driver admitted he felt “goosebumps” as he joined the iconic British marque’s Hypercar programme. Thus, the announcement marks a significant milestone for McLaren’s endurance racing revival,…

Daniil Kvyat as a DS Penske FE Rookie Test driver

Drivers announced for FE Rookie Practice in Jeddah

Lucrezia Costa1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

Ahead of the upcoming Saudi Arabian double header a FE Rookie Practise session will take place on next Thursday. Many debutant drivers, as well as returning faces, will be taking up the chance to prove their worth and test out the new Gen3Evo cars. Kush Maini First driver announced for the test was Mahindra’s Kush…