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Peugeot, Ford, and McLaren prepare for 2027 WEC Hypercar

Overview

In early July 2026, Peugeot presented a series of large electric‑vehicle concepts developed with Chinese partner Dongfeng at the Paris Motor Show, using the event to preview the brand’s future design language. A few weeks later, Peugeot Sport unveiled the Evo version of its 9X8 hypercar ahead of the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship. The evolution emphasizes improved performance, efficiency and a retro‑inspired front end that nods to historic models such as the 205 and 905. Spy‑shot footage from Paul Ricard highlighted aerodynamic refinements and hybrid powertrain upgrades, while Ferrari simultaneously released images of its updated 499P, underscoring the competitive development race ahead of the 2027 WEC season.

By mid-August, development for the 2027 Hypercar class intensified. Ford Racing began utilizing virtual testing and dynamometer simulations in Dearborn, Michigan, to validate its 5.4-liter Coyote V8 engine for the Circuit de la Sarthe. Peugeot is simultaneously undergoing a significant transition, planning a heavily redesigned 9X8 featuring updated aerodynamics and a refined V6 powertrain. This technical overhaul is expected to coincide with a major roster change, with reports suggesting up to 50% of the current driver lineup may be replaced, potentially including Stoffel Vandoorne and Malthe Jakobsen.

In late August and early September, Ford Racing and ORECA reached a significant milestone by completing the first track tests for the new LMDh prototype at the Paul Ricard Circuit in France. Following an initial low-speed shakedown, the 5.4-liter V8-powered vehicle covered more than 1,000 kilometers during a three-day session. The testing involved six drivers: Logan Sargeant, Matt Campbell, Tom Blomqvist, Mike Rockenfeller, Sebastian Priaulx, and Nick Yelloly. Ford’s upcoming global development program includes simulator sessions in North Carolina, followed by track tests in Portimão, Silverstone, Monza, Imola, and Aragón, before moving to the Circuit of the Americas and Sebring in the United States.

Entities

FIA World Endurance Championship · Ford Racing · Paul Ricard circuit · Honda · Christian Hertrich

Timeline

  1. 6 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Ford Racing completes first Hypercar test at Paul Ricard

    Ford Racing successfully completed its first Hypercar shakedown at Paul Ricard, covering 1,000 km as part of its development program for a 2027 FIA WEC debut.

  2. 15 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Ford Racing completes first track tests for new Hypercar

    Ford Racing and ORECA completed the first track tests for their new Hypercar at the Paul Ricard Circuit, marking a key milestone toward a 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship debut.

  3. 17 days ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Ford and McLaren advance Hypercar testing for 2027 WEC debut

    Ford and McLaren are progressing with Hypercar testing for the 2027 FIA WEC season, with Ford completing 1,000km of trials at Paul Ricard and McLaren finishing endurance tests at Silverstone.

  4. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Ford and Peugeot prepare for 2027 WEC Hypercar season

    Ford and Peugeot are intensifying preparations for the 2027 FIA WEC Hypercar season, with Ford using virtual simulations and Peugeot redesigning its 9X8 model and driver lineup.

  5. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Peugeot unveils 9X8 Evo design for 2027 WEC season

    Peugeot is preparing a 9X8 Evo for the 2027 WEC, featuring a retro‑inspired front design and upgrades in performance, efficiency and aerodynamics, while Ferrari also previews its 2027 hypercar.

  6. 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Peugeot unveils large EV concepts with Dongfeng and previews future design at Paris Motor Show

    Peugeot unveiled two large EV concepts built with Dongfeng in China, not slated for Europe, and will showcase two additional concepts at the Paris Motor Show to signal the brand’s future design direction.

Sources

16valvulas.com.ar · affaritaliani.it · autogear.pt · autosport.pt · autosportwereld.be · endurance24.fr · infopits.mx · moniteurautomobile.be · motor.es · motorsport-magazin.com · motorsport.com · mundodeportivo.com · newmobility.news · nl.motorsport.com · novice24.net · oasport.it · speed-live.it · speedracing.com.br · sportscar365.com · teleradiosciacca.it · theshieldofsports.news · victoires-editions.fr

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