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Ford Mustang GTD performance and development strategy

Overview

The Ford Mustang GTD established a new record for the fastest American production car at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, completing a lap in 6:57.685. Piloted by Dirk Müller, the vehicle utilizes a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 engine producing over 800 horsepower, active aerodynamics, and a carbon-fiber body.

In conjunction with this performance milestone, Ford is reportedly implementing a ‘Gemba’ management strategy. This approach, championed by CEO Jim Farley, emphasizes real-world testing and hands-on experience over virtual simulations to improve vehicle development.

Entities

Mustang GTD · Nürburgring · Dirk Müller · Jim Farley · Ford

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Ford implements Gemba strategy and sets Nürburgring record

    Ford is adopting the ‘Gemba’ management strategy to prioritize real-world testing, while its Mustang GTD set a new Nürburgring lap record for American production cars.

  2. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Ford Mustang GTD sets Nürburgring record for American production cars

    The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD set a record for the fastest American production car at the Nürburgring with a lap time of 6:57.685.

Sources

autofreak.com · autojosh.com · barnfinds.com · fordmuscle.com · greenmountain.no