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Peugeot, Ford, and McLaren prepare for 2027 WEC Hypercar

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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. ~~Late in August, testing progressed with~~ In late August and early September, Ford Racing and ORECA reached a significant milestone by completing ~~their~~ 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 ~~schedule~~ global development program includes simulator sessions in North ~~Carolina and~~ Carolina, followed by track tests at in Portimão, Silverstone, Monza, Imola, and Aragón, before moving to the Circuit of the Americas and Sebring in the United States.

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