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Team Peugeot TotalEnergies has recruited Doriane Pin as a development driver on the Peugeot 9X8 Hypercar, the French outfit has announced.

Doriane Pin, fresh from her 2025 F1 Academy&nbsp;success, has been enrolled as a development driver for Team Peugeot TotalEnergies. She will therefore take part in the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship Rookie Test in Bahrain in November. Pin will bring her vibrant energy and her precise, adaptable approach to driving to the team&rsquo;s technical programme.

This new role adds yet another string to her already solid bow in endurance that includes a class win at the 24 Hours of Spa. In 2023, she competed in the 24 Hours of Le Mans Centenary&nbsp;at the wheel of an Oreca 07-Gibson LMP2 prototype fielded by Prema Racing. 
As a development driver, Pin will complete several simulator sessions to familiarise herself with the Peugeot 9X8 and work in close collaboration with the engineer teams.

&ldquo;Joining Team Peugeot TotalEnergies as a development driver is a great source of pride for me,&rdquo; she enthused. &ldquo;Being able to contribute to the development of the PEUGEOT 9X8 represents a real opportunity. My goal is to learn as much as possible, fully integrate into the team, and bring my commitment and perspective to help contribute to the success of the project. It&rsquo;s a big step toward my goals, and I&rsquo;m determined to make the most of it with the ambition of becoming an official driver.&quot;

Emmanuel Esnault, Team Peugeot TotalEnergies team principal, added: &ldquo;We are thrilled to welcome Doriane to the Peugeot Sport family. Doriane&rsquo;s track record and dynamic approach make her a fantastic addition to our development programme. We&rsquo;re looking forward to the new perspectives she will bring as we continue refining the 9X8 and we are eager to see her get behind the wheel during the FIA WEC Rookie Test in Bahrain this November.&rdquo;

Doriane Pin named Team Peugeot TotalEnergies development driver

As a winning driver, visionary car builder and successful racing team boss, Carroll Shelby left an indelible mark on the history of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.  His unique heritage lives on today through an exclusive collection of garments and leather goods. A tribute to one of the most charismatic figures in motorsport.

Carroll Shelby enjoyed a successful, multifaceted career at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, including his 1959 victory with Aston Martin and the period of domination with Ford in the mid-sixties. To celebrate this outstanding heritage, a collection of quality garments and leather goods have been designed for fans eager to sport a fragment of the Texan&rsquo;s history at the French endurance classic.

<h2>Carroll Shelby, a life devoted to speed</h2>

Born on 11 January 1923 in Leesburg, Texas, Shelby was hardly predestined to become one of the greatest figures in world motorsport. After serving as a US Air Force instructor and test pilot in the Second World War, he made his living from rearing chickens before discovering motor racing in MGs.

Shelby&rsquo;s Le Mans story is a unique trilogy, the first part of which sees him behind the wheel. He made his Le Mans 24 Hours d&eacute;but in 1954, teaming up with Paul Fr&egrave;re in an Aston Martin DB3S entered by David Brown&nbsp;on behalf of the British manufacturer. Their race came to a premature end, but the Texan returned five years later to make history.

On 21 June 1959, Shelby scooped the honours with British driver Roy Salvadori at the wheel of the iconic Aston Martin DBR1. This victory is still Aston Martin&rsquo;s only outright Le Mans win. His slender frame and striped dungarees became a familiar sight in the pits, while team manager Reg Parnell directed operations with a megaphone.

<h2>From driver to manufacturer: the making of an icon</h2>

A few months after this success, Shelby hung up his driver&rsquo;s helmet to embark on a new venture when he founded Shelby-American Inc.

With a chassis supplied by the British manufacturer AC Cars and an engine from the Ford Motor Company, he created one of the sixties&rsquo; most spectacular sports cars: the legendary AC Cobra, also known as the Shelby Cobra. The car quickly became one of Ferrari&rsquo;s most formidable rivals on the GT scene.

The most notable model of all was the spectacular Shelby Daytona Coup&eacute; &ndash; also known as the AC Cobra Daytona &ndash; designed by Peter Brock, that beat the Ferraris and&nbsp;Jaguar E-Types at their own game. Dan Gurney and Bob Bondurant achieved a stunning fourth place in the overall classification at the 1964 24 Hours of Le Mans, edging out the iconic Ferrari 250 GTO in the GT rankings.

<h2>The man behind Ford&rsquo;s Le Mans victories</h2>

The third part of Shelby&rsquo;s Le Mans trilogy began when Henry Ford II entrusted him with the mammoth task of beating Ferrari in the French endurance classic.

The Texan took charge of the racing programme of the legendary Ford GT40 and orchestrated one of the most celebrated successes in the history of the event. In 1966, Ford clinched a historic 1-2-3 with Chris Amon and Bruce McLaren declared winners ahead of Dennis Hulme and Ken Miles. The third step of the podium was taken by the Ford GT40 Mk II fielded by the Holman &amp; Moody team and driven by Ronnie Bucknum and Richard Hutcherson.

Twelve months later, AJ Foyt and Dan Gurney broke the 5,000-kilometre barrier for the first time in winning the 1967 edition.

This storybook confrontation was later portrayed in the 2019 James Mangold movie Ford v Ferrari, in which Hollywood superstar Matt Damon played the role of Carroll Shelby.

<h2>A leather collection to perpetuate the legend</h2>

The Carroll Shelby collection celebrates the heritage of this larger-than-life character and pays tribute to the energy, talent and passion that were the hallmark of the Texan&rsquo;s career.

The collection includes canvas jackets and genuine lambskin leather bags that are soft, comfortable and hard-wearing. Each item features details inspired by Shelby&rsquo;s career, skilfully integrated into the manufacturing process.

This collection reflects the character, elegance and competitive spirit of Shelby, the motorsport pioneer.

&gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://boutique.lemans.org/en/231-carroll-shelby" target="_blank">See the Carroll Shelby collection</a> &lt;&lt;&lt;

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Carroll Shelby was a warm, enthusiastic visionary who left an indelible mark on Le Mans legend. Fans can now keep his spirit alive with this elegant new collection.

Carroll Shelby – a trilogy that forged a place in Le Mans legend

At this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans (10-14 June), the ACO will be saluting three eminent motorsport personalities.

<h2>Sarah Bovy, Grand Marshal of the 94th 24 Hours of Le Mans</h2>

Internationally renowned driver Sarah Bovy will have the honour of setting the pace for the 62 cars on the grid during the starting procedure on Saturday 10 June, shortly before 16:00.

A symbol of modern-day endurance racing, the Belgian driver competed at the very highest level with the Iron Dames team. Renowned for her GT driving skills, she made her mark on the FIA World Endurance Championship and the 24 Hours of Le Mans by demonstrating remarkable speed and consistency. In addition to her wealth of experience, Sarah is strongly commited to the future of endurance. This, combined with her love of racing and communicative energy makes her the ideal Grand Marshal for the 94th 24 Hours of Le Mans.

<h2>David Clark, Spirit of Le Mans 2026</h2>

The Spirit of Le Mans trophy pays tribute to the women and men who uphold the values of endurance racing: involvement, commitment, togetherness and sporting endeavour. This year&rsquo;s recipient is David Clark.

A serial entrepreneur with a passion for motorsport, David joined Sam Hignett at the helm of JOTA more than 15 years ago. Sam and David form a dynamic partnership spearheading the progress of the JOTA Group. London-based David has had a lifelong involvement in both the motorsport and historic car business providing him with an incredible network within both industries.

In his former role as Director of McLaren Cars, David was responsible for selling and marketing the iconic F1 road car project. The highlight of their motorsport programme was winning both Le Mans and the BPR championship in 1995; the perfect preparation for his leadership role at one of the WEC&rsquo;s most successful private teams.&nbsp;

Driven by the desire to not only create a best-in-class racing team but also maintain a thriving and happy team dynamic at Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA, David recognises the importance of attracting and retaining the very best talent.

<h2>Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric Sausset, Guest of Honor</h2>

To celebrate the tenth anniversary of his historic feat, Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric Sausset is guest of honor this year. In 2016, the French driver made history as the first quadruple amputee to start (and finish!) the world&rsquo;s greatest endurance race in a specially adapted prototype. His courage and determination produced one of the most inspiring moments in the history of the race, and remain a motivating force well beyond motorsport circles. Ten years on, Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric still demonstrates the qualities omnipresent at the 24 Hours of Le Mans: boldness, drive, and passion. 
 
Every year, in partnership with the ACO, the driver organises a charity event called &ldquo;La Piste aux Etoiles&rdquo;, raising funds to improve conditions for people with disabilities at a local hospital and contributing to a handisport project run by the Institut du Cerveau and Telmah.&nbsp;Last November, the event raised &euro;140,000.

Pierre Fillon, President of the Automobile Club de l&#39;Ouest: &quot;The 24 Hours of Le Mans is more than a race. It&rsquo;s a story of people, passion, purpose and pushing limits. Thanks to Sarah Bovy, David Clark and Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric Sausset, the 94th running of the race trains the spotlight on three remarkable people, who, each in their own way, illustrate the spirit of Le Mans. They demonstrate the rich diversity of our discipline, reminding us that endurance racing is above all about people and that our vitality underpins our sport.&quot;

Sarah Bovy, David Clark and Frédéric Sausset in the spotlight at the 94th edition

Ferrari has freshened up the livery of the 499P that will compete in the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship, including the 94th 24 Hours of Le Mans (10-14 June).

Ferrari reveals 499P livery for 2026

Dive behind the scenes of the most advanced tyre development program in motorsport.

The virtual world of the Michelin Pilot Sport Endurance tyre

This video reveals the secrets of the new 2026 MICHELIN Pilot Sport tyre! Presented by Allan McNish, this episode takes you behind the scenes at Michelin Motorsport, where cutting-edge technology meets the track.

The secrets of the new 2026 MICHELIN Pilot Sport Endurance tyre

New season. New name. New car. Toyota entering the 2026 FIA WEC season as TOYOTA RACING with this beast, the upgraded #TR010HYBRID Hypercar.

TR010 HYBRID Unveiling video

The evolution of the Mustang GT3 harnesses the unmistakable spirit of an American Icon and 60-plus years of rich racing heritage. It returns to grids worldwide in 2026 — sharpened, unbridled and ready to win.

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