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LMDh hypercar prototype development and testing

Overview

Automotive manufacturers are conducting extensive testing of new LMDh hybrid prototypes for upcoming endurance racing competitions.

Ford has successfully completed its first on-track test sessions for its Hypercar LMDh prototype. The program included an initial low-speed run at the Paul Ricard Circuit’s Driving Center, followed by sessions at Le Castellet Airport and the Paul Ricard Circuit. Developed through a collaboration between Ford Racing and ORECA, the prototype features an in-house 5.4-liter V8 engine. The testing phase involved three full days of running with Ford Racing drivers, including Logan Sargeant, Matt Campbell, Tom Blomqvist, and Mike Rockenfeller.

Dan Sayers, WEC Hypercar program manager at Ford Racing, stated that the successful shakedown and running period met key milestones following extensive preparation, such as simulator training and dyno work in Dearborn. The prototype is being prepared for a competitive debut scheduled for the first quarter of 2027.

Mclaren has completed a 30-hour endurance simulation at the MotorLand Aragón circuit in Spain. Developed with Dallara, the MCL-HY prototype underwent this test to simulate the distance covered during the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This milestone follows previous testing sessions in Italy and France, with additional driving recently conducted at Silverstone.

Entities

ORECA · James Barclay · MotorLand Aragón · Matt Campbell · Dallara

Timeline

  1. 10 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Ford Hypercar completes first on-track testing sessions

    The Ford Hypercar LMDh prototype has completed its first track tests at the Paul Ricard Circuit as part of its development for a 2027 competitive debut in endurance racing.

  2. 15 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    McLaren completes 30-hour endurance test with new LMDh prototype

    McLaren completed a 30-hour endurance test with its new LMDh hybrid prototype at MotorLand Aragón to simulate the distance of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

  3. 26 days ago

    [SPORTS] 14 sources
    Ford begins testing new LMDh Hypercar at Paul Ricard

    Ford has begun testing its new LMDh Hypercar at Paul Ricard in preparation for its 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship debut.

Sources

auto-moto.com · automotivepowertraintechnologyinternational.com · fr.motorsport.com · gayfilmsreview.com · motorsport.com · pmw-magazine.com

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