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LMDh hypercar prototype development and testing

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Automotive manufacturers are conducting extensive testing of new LMDh hybrid prototypes for upcoming endurance racing competitions. Ford has ~~initiated~~ successfully completed its first on-track ~~testing~~ test sessions for its Hypercar LMDh prototype. The program included an initial low-speed run at the Paul Ricard ~~circuit in France. The program involves~~ 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 ~~built on an ORECA chassis featuring~~ features an in-house 5.4-liter V8 engine. ~~Testing has progressed from an initial shakedown~~ The testing phase ~~focused on reliability to high-speed track tests~~ involved three full days of running with ~~factory drivers.~~ 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.

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