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Ford Racing has taken another major step in its return to the top level of endurance racing. On Monday, 17 August, the first images of its Hypercar on track were unveiled as the new American machine continues its testing programme ahead of its FIA WEC and 24 Hours of Le Mans debut in 2027.

It is a silhouette that fans have been waiting to see. After several months of development away from the spotlight, the Ford Hypercar has finally hit the track. Its testing programme began on 5 August with several days of shakedown testing, during which the team methodically checked each of the car&rsquo;s systems. On Monday, 17 August, Matt Campbell and Logan Sargeant took the wheel for the first proper track tests, providing the first glimpse of Ford&rsquo;s future endurance racing contender.

<h2>A first run, and a new chapter begins</h2>

Before chasing outright performance, Ford Racing first had to ensure that everything was working as it should. The initial running allowed the team to check and activate all of the Hypercar&rsquo;s systems. It may be an invisible stage for the wider public, but it is essential: before thinking about lap times, every component, control and interaction between the various systems must perform as planned.

This initial phase went according to Ford&rsquo;s planned programme. The car is now ready to enter a new phase: track testing, where every lap brings new lessons and takes the prototype one step closer to its ultimate goal.

For this first outing, Matt Campbell and Logan Sargeant took turns behind the wheel. Tom Blomqvist, who was also present during the initial development phase, is set to join the testing programme in the coming days. The three drivers are part of <a href="https://www.24h-lemans.com/en/news/ford-reveals-the-names-of-the-2027-hypercar-driver-crews-60778" target="_blank">the six official drivers selected by Ford for its 2027 Hypercar programme</a>, alongside Mike Rockenfeller, Nick Yelloly and Sebastian Priaulx.

The first image of this Ford on track ultimately tells a much bigger story than that of a simple test. It marks the moment when a project becomes reality. Until now, this car could only be imagined racing through the field at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Now, it exists, it is running and it is starting to rack up the miles.

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<h2>Ford prepares its return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans</h2>

And, naturally, behind these first laps lies a story that goes far beyond the development of a prototype.

In 2027, Ford will return to the top class of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, almost six decades after its last involvement at the highest level. It is a return that inevitably echoes the history of the race. In the 1960s, the Ford GT40 left an indelible mark on Le Mans by securing four consecutive victories between 1966 and 1969. In 2016, 50 years after the first of those wins, the Ford GT also triumphed in the LMGTE Pro class.

The next chapter will be different. Ford is not returning simply to make up the numbers. The American manufacturer is preparing for a genuine battle at the highest level of the FIA WEC, with the ambition of returning to Le Mans in 2027 as part of an Hypercar field that promises to be stronger than ever.

Ford&rsquo;s Hypercar has only just begun its story. But since Monday, 17 August, one thing is certain: it has now left the computer screens behind and entered the real world. And it will be worth keeping an eye on it over the coming months. Because its next major appointment is already marked in bold on the calendar: the 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Further images and additional information about this testing programme are expected to be released by Ford Racing next week.

Ford reveals first images of its Hypercar on track

At its Dearborn test facility, Ford Racing is already putting its future Hypercar engine through a full lap simulation of the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit. It marks another milestone in the American manufacturer's preparation for its return to the Hypercar class of the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship.

Just months before its eagerly awaited return to the top category of the FIA World Endurance Championship, Ford Racing continues the development of <a href="https://www.24h-lemans.com/en/news/ford-hypercar-v8-roars-to-life-for-the-first-time-ahead-of-the-2027-24-hours-of-le-mans-60883" target="_blank">its Hypercar</a>. At its technical centre in Dearborn, Michigan, the manufacturer is simulating a complete lap of the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit on an engine dyno. Gear changes, long full-throttle acceleration zones &ndash; the 5.4-litre V8 is already experiencing the demands of the legendary French endurance classic long before it turns a wheel on track.

Ford Racing Recreates a Lap of the 24 Hours of Le Mans Circuit

Ford Racing recrée un tour du circuit des 24 Heures du Mans

<h2>When the Dyno Simulates the 24 Hours of Le Mans</h2>

Every time Ford Racing fires up its engine dyno in Dearborn, the room holds its breath. The naturally aspirated 5.4-litre V8, derived from the Coyote engine, is not simply running to verify that everything works as intended. Thanks to a real-time simulation, it faithfully reproduces an entire lap of the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit.

The engine surges beyond 9,000 rpm, powers down the Mulsanne Straight at full throttle, brakes hard for Mulsanne Corner and accelerates once again towards the Porsche Curves. While the engine cannot tell the difference between a real circuit and a virtual one, Ford&#39;s engineers carefully analyse every piece of data collected to identify where further improvements can be made.

This approach allows valuable development work to continue long before on-track testing begins. Every dyno session provides crucial insights to enhance reliability and performance &ndash; two essential qualities for taking on a race that lasts 24 hours.

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<h2>A Legacy Born with the GT40</h2>

This development programme is rooted in a story that is deeply intertwined with the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Ford points out that the test cell used today sits only a few metres from the one where the engines for <a href="https://www.24h-lemans.com/en/news/24-hours-centenary-the-american-benchmark-ford-gt40-57263" target="_blank">the legendary GT40</a> were developed more than sixty years ago.

The manufacturer proudly embraces this connection between past and present. The lessons learned during the GT40&#39;s victorious Le Mans campaigns of the 1960s continue to shape today&#39;s engineering methods, while modern technologies are opening a new chapter in Ford&#39;s endurance racing story.

<h2>Preparing Drivers Before the First Track Test</h2>

The engine is only one part of the equation. At its Technology Centre in North Carolina, Ford Racing is also preparing <a href="https://www.24h-lemans.com/en/news/ford-reveals-the-names-of-the-2027-hypercar-driver-crews-60778" target="_blank">its drivers</a> using a full-scale cockpit mock-up, known as a &quot;buck&quot;, of its future Hypercar.

Driving position, control ergonomics, visibility and operating procedures are all refined in meticulous detail so that drivers are already fully familiar with the car before taking to the track. The objective is straightforward: arrive at the 24 Hours of Le Mans with as few unknowns as possible.

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The first test sessions in France are now just around the corner. Until then, every hour spent on the engine dyno and in the simulator brings Ford one step closer to its return to the Hypercar class in 2027.

For every team competing at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the race never begins with the drop of the French tricolour. It comes to life months earlier, in workshops where data still outweighs the roar of the crowd. Yet one thing never changes: every simulation, every test and every finely tuned detail serves the same purpose &ndash; to be ready when the time comes to tackle the 13.626 kilometres of the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit.

With the ongoing regional conflict in the Middle East creating geopolitical and logistical uncertainties, the 2026/27 Asian Le Mans Series will be held in Europe, with races in France, Spain and Portugal for a special Winter Le Mans Series.

A range of options has been carefully evaluated since the beginning of the year with one clear objective: to avoid any disruption to the championship and provide teams, drivers and partners with certainty, regardless of how the situation evolves.

There were several factors that had a bearing on the decision to move the championship to Europe.&nbsp; Because of the unprecedented situation, the circuits in Asia that are able to host an ALMS event over the winter months had very limited availability and there were significant logistical costs involved. There was also the requirement to avoid clashes with Daytona and Bathurst.

As a result, the 2026&ndash;2027 season will exceptionally be held entirely in Europe under the banner of the Winter Le Mans Series. This unique format preserves the spirit of endurance racing while maintaining the high sporting standards that have become the hallmark of the championship.

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The Winter Le Mans Series will begin at the Circuit Paul Ricard in France with Rounds 1 and 2 on the 13-15 November.&nbsp; After the Christmas break, the ALMS will resume with two 4-hour races in Spain at the Circuito de Jerez near Cadiz on the 15-17 January.&nbsp; The 2026/27 season will conclude with a pair of races at the Aut&oacute;dromo Internacional do Algarve in Portugal on the 19-21 February.&nbsp;

The season will also introduce significant new developments. The Hypercar category will make its debut, while the new Asian Le Mans Cup will be launched for LMP3 and GT3 competitors, with two 2-hour races at each event, further enhancing the diversity and appeal of the championship.

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Pierre Fillon, President of the Automobile Club de l&#39;Ouest: &ldquo;2026 has proven to be exceptional, with external constraints that are completely out of our control forcing us to make decisions that are in everyone&rsquo;s interests in difficult circumstances.&nbsp; It is with all the facts, and after consultation with all parties, the decision was taken to move the Asian Le Mans Series to Europe for the 2026/27 season.

&ldquo;The Winter Le Mans Series will provide the best platform for teams and drivers to compete for one of the top prizes in endurance, the Asian Le Mans Series title and, for the LMP2 and GT3 champions, an automatic invitation to the 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans.&nbsp; It will also be a great opportunity for fans of endurance to see Hypercars in action in the ALMS for the first time.

&ldquo;Le Mans is more than a place - it is a spirit. This winter, that spirit will thrive on some of Europe&rsquo;s finest circuits as we look forward to returning to Asia when conditions allow.&rdquo;

Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric Lequien, ALMEM and LMEM CEO: &ldquo;While this represents a departure from the championship&rsquo;s traditional identity, it is a carefully considered decision driven by the current circumstances and made in the best interests of the series and its competitors.

&ldquo;We had explored several options with regards to holding races in Asia but, because of the late changes forced on us, the availability of circuits that are able to host an ALMS event were limited and the logistical costs were significant.&nbsp; We also had to try and avoid a clash Daytona and Bathhurst, which limited our options in Asia even further.

&ldquo;Our priority remains to provide teams with a stable, competitive and clearly defined championship. This approach ensures the continuity of the series while allowing competitors to prepare for the season with confidence.

&ldquo;The Asian Le Mans Series extends its sincere thanks to its teams, partners, manufacturers, drivers and fans for their continued trust and support. Although this season will feature an unprecedented format, it will retain all the excitement, competitiveness and endurance spirit that define the championship.&rdquo;

St&eacute;phane Ratel, SRO Motorsports Group Founder &amp; CEO: &ldquo;While moving the Asian Le Mans Series to Europe is not ideal, the situation in the Middle East dictated that we worked to find the best solution.&nbsp; Between SRO, LMEM and the ACO we have a huge pool of experience to draw on, and the consensus was a Winter Le Mans Series in southern Europe was the most sensible option given the mounting external constraints.

&ldquo;The championship will visit three of Europe&rsquo;s premier racing venues, Le Castellet, Jerez and Portimao, each renowned for its world-class facilities and outstanding sporting challenge. Now we have a confirmed calendar we are sure that the Winter Le Mans Series will be successful and we look forward to returning to Asia for the 2027/28 season.&rdquo;

2026/27 Asian Le Mans Series / Winter Le Mans Series Calendar:

<ul>
	<li>Rounds 1 &amp; 2 : 13-15 Nov 2026 - Circuit Paul Ricard (FRA)</li>
	<li>Rounds 3 &amp; 4 : 15-17 Jan 2027 - Circuito de Jerez Angel Nieto (ESP)</li>
	<li>Rounds 4 &amp; 5 : 19-21 Feb 2027 -&nbsp;Aut&oacute;dromo Internacional do Algarve (POR)</li>
</ul>

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Asian Le Mans Series 2026-2027 : an exceptional European season

Team Peugeot TotalEnergies begins the next chapter in the evolution of the Peugeot 9X8 ahead of the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship season.

Drawing on the experience gained since the car&#39;s debut in the Hypercar category, Team Peugeot TotalEnergies is working on a series of technical evolutions aimed at enhancing performance,&nbsp;efficiency&nbsp;and competitiveness. This latest step marks an important milestone in the ongoing development of the Peugeot&nbsp;9X8&nbsp;as the team progresses towards the approval of its planned evolutions for 2027.&nbsp;

&quot;Since its debut,&nbsp;the Peugeot&nbsp;9X8&nbsp;has been a platform in constant evolution. Competing at the highest level of endurance racing means continuously learning,&nbsp;adapting&nbsp;and progressing,&quot;&nbsp;said&nbsp;Emmanuel Esnault, Team Principal, Team Peugeot TotalEnergies.&nbsp;

&quot;The intensity of competition&nbsp;at a world championship level&nbsp;reinforces our determination to keep evolving. Our&nbsp;objective&nbsp;is clear: to position&nbsp;the&nbsp;9X8&nbsp;consistently among the top contenders. As we look ahead to 2027, the team is taking the next step in its development, focused on a revised approach to performance,&nbsp;efficiency&nbsp;and design. This work is a key milestone in preparing the next chapter of the Peugeot&nbsp;9X8&nbsp;story&nbsp;and perpetuating the legacy of Peugeot&nbsp;in endurance racing.&quot;&nbsp;

It is worth recalling that the No. 94 and No. 93 Peugeot 9X8s finished 11th and 12th respectively in the latest edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, four and five laps behind the winning Toyota GR010 Hybrid.

The Peugeot 9X8 enters its next phase of development

Three-time winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Ferrari 499P continues to evolve. At Monza, the Italian manufacturer has launched a new phase of testing to prepare the next evolution of its Hypercar for the 2027 season.

With the 95th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans set to take place from 9&ndash;13 June 2027, Ferrari is continuing the development of its 499P. The Maranello-based manufacturer recently completed a full day of testing at the Autodromo Nazionale di Monza, evaluating new technical and aerodynamic solutions ahead of the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC) season.

The programme underlines a fundamental aspect of endurance racing: even winning cars never stop evolving.

<h2>At Monza, Ferrari Is Already Writing the Next Chapter of the 499P</h2>

At the legendary Italian circuit, Antonio Fuoco, Antonio Giovinazzi, Alessandro Pier Guidi and Miguel Molina shared driving duties in the Ferrari 499P. The goal was not to chase lap times, but to explore new development directions.

Like an artist refining an already acclaimed masterpiece, Ferrari continues to evaluate a range of technical and aerodynamic configurations. Several solutions are currently under assessment before the car&#39;s final homologation for the 2027 season. Every stint, every piece of driver feedback and every data point collected helps shape the next evolution of the Prancing Horse&#39;s Hypercar.

<h2>A Hypercar That Never Stops Improving</h2>

Since making its FIA WEC debut at Sebring in 2023, the Ferrari 499P has established itself as one of the benchmark cars of the Hypercar era.

Its record speaks for itself: seven victories, twenty-four podium finishes, nine pole positions and, above all, three consecutive wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans between 2023 and 2025. That momentum also enabled Ferrari to secure both the FIA WEC Manufacturers&#39; and Drivers&#39; World Championship titles in 2025.

Yet those achievements are not the finish line. They are the foundation for further progress. In endurance racing, a car is never truly finished; it continues to develop with every kilometre, much like an athlete who keeps training after winning a medal.

The Monza test once again highlights why the 24 Hours of Le Mans is far more than a race. It is a proving ground where manufacturers constantly push the boundaries of technology, performance and reliability.

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By preparing the next evolution of the 499P for 2027 today, Ferrari is demonstrating that past success guarantees nothing for tomorrow. At the 24 Hours of Le Mans, every edition starts with a clean slate. It is this relentless pursuit of progress that fuels the legend of the race and makes every new generation of Hypercars a promise of even greater competition.

Monza will also host the final round of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC) season, with the race taking place on Sunday, 8 November.

Ferrari Tests an Updated Version of the 499P at Monza

The 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship campaign will conclude with a pair of European races in Spain and Italy, after ongoing regional developments affecting freight and travel arrangements obliged the cancellation of the planned events in Qatar and Bahrain.

The final two rounds, originally scheduled to take place in Qatar and Bahrain, will instead be held at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya and Autodromo Nazionale Monza.

The inaugural 6 Hours of Barcelona will take place over the weekend of 16-18 October, and will mark the first time FIA WEC has visited the track, which has in recent years successfully hosted the European Le Mans Series and Michelin Le Mans Cup.

Monza, meanwhile, has a long association with the pinnacle of international endurance racing stretching back more than 60 years, having welcomed the FIA World Sportscar Championship on multiple occasions &ndash; yielding victories for heroes of the sport such as John Surtees, Mario Andretti and Jacky Ickx.

From 2021 to 2023, FIA WEC travelled to &lsquo;The Temple of Speed&rsquo; for three consecutive seasons, resulting in triumphs for Toyota and Alpine. The 2026 edition of the 6 Hours of Monza will be held on 6-8 November. The calendar change is subject to the approval of the FIA World Motor Sport Council.

Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric Lequien, CEO, FIA WEC, said:

&ldquo;We have been closely monitoring developments in the Middle East over recent months. A few weeks ago, we were optimistic about being able to race in Qatar and Bahrain, but unfortunately, the present situation obliges us to switch to an alternative plan.

&ldquo;We have duly resolved to replace those two end-of-season rounds with Barcelona and Monza. Logistically, it was imperative to take this decision now to allow manufacturers, teams and the FIA WEC organisation to make all necessary arrangements.

&ldquo;I would like to warmly thank Qatar and Bahrain for their understanding in these times. We have been in constant dialogue with both tracks and their national federations, and are proud of the close, long-standing relationships we have built in the Middle East. They are hugely important and well-established events in FIA WEC, and will remain so for many years to come.&rdquo;

Pierre Fillon, President, Automobile Club de l&rsquo;Ouest, said:

&ldquo;We are navigating an exceptionally complex period in the Middle East. Together with Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric Lequien, we have been monitoring developments on a daily basis and working closely and transparently with all stakeholders to identify the best possible solution.

&ldquo;The ACO has built strong and lasting relationships with governments, motorsport federations, promoters and partners across the Middle East. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to our colleagues in Qatar and Bahrain for their remarkable commitment and for the considerable efforts they have made over recent weeks in an attempt to preserve these two events.

&ldquo;We are deeply disappointed that we will not be able to race in Qatar and Bahrain this year. These countries have become important members of the FIA World Endurance Championship family, and I want to be very clear &ndash; we are fully committed to returning to both venues in 2027 as scheduled. We already look forward to being reunited with our partners and fans there.

&ldquo;In the meantime, I would also like to thank Barcelona and Monza for their responsiveness and for welcoming the World Championship at such short notice. I have no doubt that both circuits will provide an outstanding stage for endurance racing.&rdquo;

His Excellency, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA, said:

&ldquo;I am incredibly proud of the collaboration that will enable Barcelona and Monza to host FIA World Endurance Championship rounds later this year. The FIA has worked closely with our partners in Qatar and Bahrain in recent months to explore every option to preserve both events this season, but due to the ongoing situation in the region, the safety of our teams, colleagues and motorsport fans remains our highest priority. These are never easy decisions, but protecting the wellbeing of our motorsport community will always come first.

&ldquo;My thanks to all of our Member Clubs who have helped to make these updates possible, Lusail International Circuit, Bahrain International Circuit and our championship colleagues whose partnership and support throughout this process reflects the very best of our sport. Our thoughts are with all those affected by the situation in the region, and we look forward to returning when circumstances allow.&rdquo;

Abdulrahman bin Abdullatif Al Mannai, President, Qatar Motor &amp; Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) and Lusail International Circuit (LIC), said:&nbsp;

&ldquo;We fully respect the decision taken by FIA WEC to call off this year&rsquo;s Qatar 1812km. Our commitment to this partnership remains as strong as ever, and we look forward to working closely with both the FIA and FIA WEC to deliver an exceptional event when the championship returns to Lusail International Circuit.

&ldquo;We are grateful to our fans, partners, teams and the wider motorsport community for their continued support, understanding and confidence. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the near future.&rdquo;

Shaikh Salman bin Isa Al Khalifa, Chief Executive, Bahrain International Circuit, said:

&ldquo;Over recent weeks, we have been in close coordination with our colleagues at FIA WEC and other stakeholders. Whilst we are naturally disappointed not to be hosting the pinnacle of world endurance racing in 2026, we support the decision, which is in the best interests of all involved.

&ldquo;On behalf of all of us at BIC, I thank the entire FIA WEC community for their support and we look forward to welcoming the return of the series next year, together with fans from all around the world.&rdquo;

The modifications to the series&rsquo; 2026 schedule have no impact upon the nine-round 2027 calendar, which remains <a href="https://www.fiawec.com/en/news/fia-wec-reveals-nine-round-2027-calendar-as-series-expands/13598">as announced on 12 June</a>.

FIA WEC confirms venues for final two rounds of 2026

The spectacular action Hypercars deliver at Le Mans is undeniable. Yet, some of the most remarkable accomplishments kick off weeks earlier. To reach the circuit, racing cars, parts, tools and teams travel thousands of kilometres. As the winner of the 2026 Sustainable Endurance Award, Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA demonstrates its expertise in behind-the-scenes logistics.

24 Hours of Le Mans&nbsp;competitors leave nothing to chance. So many variables &ndash; like&nbsp;suspension settings, pit stop precision&nbsp;and&nbsp;tyre selection &ndash; can determine the outcome of the&nbsp;race. Well&nbsp;before the cars take&nbsp;the track, teams face a variety of&nbsp;challenges&nbsp;transporting personnel, equipment&nbsp;and infrastructure to the circuit. For Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA, this preparation has become an arena for innovation&nbsp;where every decision is designed to balance efficiency and&nbsp;responsibility.

<h2>a race that begins across the Atlantic</h2>

For teams competing at the highest level of endurance racing, making the journey&nbsp;to Le Mans is a monumental logistical undertaking. From racing cars and spare parts to tools, IT equipment&nbsp;and hospitality facilities, hundreds of items must arrive at the right place at the right time.

This year, Cadillac started reworking&nbsp;its process. Now&nbsp;90% of the equipment shipped from the U.S.&nbsp;crosses the Atlantic by sea, compared to 70% in 2025. This choice &mdash; slower but more environmentally responsible &mdash; illustrates a profound shift in the preparation&nbsp;for an event like the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

The team also modified&nbsp;its routines after arriving in Europe. Members of the American programme travel from Paris to Le Mans by high-speed train rather than by air, while Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA opts for road transport from its U.K. workshops. Several key pieces of technical equipment are now stored in Europe between events, rather than making a round trip across the Atlantic after every race.

<h2>meticulous organisation</h2>

For Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA, logistics is no longer just a matter of transport. It is now an&nbsp;exercise in anticipation. What tools can be purchased locally? What equipment can remain in Europe? How can travel be minimised without compromising the team&#39;s efforts? These are all questions that have become a&nbsp;crucial aspect&nbsp;of preparing for Le Mans.

This approach&nbsp;extends to hospitality facilities (reused year after year) and&nbsp;to the focused and&nbsp;precise management of energy and resource consumption during the event. It is a comprehensive strategy that helped set Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA apart at the 94th 24 Hours.

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<h2>Le Mans: a challenge on and off the track</h2>

This legendary race&nbsp;is very much about the men and women who, weeks before the start, coordinate a veritable ballet to ensure everything is ready on time.

Part of the&nbsp;DNA of endurance racing is mobilising&nbsp;logistics specialists and engineers alike, as well as transport managers and mechanics because each individual&nbsp;plays a vital role in ensuring the cars are ready to hit the track&nbsp;under the best possible conditions.

In presenting the 2026 Sustainable Endurance Award by DHL (Hypercar class) to Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA, the jury panel&nbsp;recognised the team&#39;s ability to rethink essential behind-the-scenes aspects of the race. It serves as a reminder that at Le Mans&nbsp;endurance racing is about more than just the 24 hours spent on the circuit. It begins long before that&nbsp;sometimes thousands of kilometres away from the starting line.

Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA's journey to the 24 Hours of Le Mans

At the 94th 24 Hours of Le Mans, Team WRT opened its doors to pupils with learning difficulties in the clear belief that everyone has something to bring to the motorsport table.

The two-day event gave a class of pupils with special needs the opportunity to witness a facet of the 24 Hours of Le Mans that few spectators get chance to see. Thanks to racing driver Maxime Robin, his association Framework 24, and go-kart expert Gabin L&eacute;ger, they experienced the very essence of the event with Team WRT. The pupils were treated to karting sessions and garage tours and were introduced to team members. Team WRT set out to show that motorsport is a team sport, in which everyone has a role to play.

<h2>Leaving the comfort zone, one lap at a time</h2>

Day 1 was at the go-kart track. But it wasn&rsquo;t all about driving. The young participants were encouraged to work as a team, to take turns, and to make progress together &ndash; a direct experience of endurance racing values. To some, taking the wheel of a go-kart was a challenge in itself. Others learned to trust their teammates or step outside their comfort zone.

Just like at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, speed was not the only key to success. It was based on mutual aid, perseverance and individual contribution to a collective goal.

Gabin L&eacute;ger took part in a similar Team WRT initiative last year. This year, he recounted his career history to the pupils, sharing his love of go-karting and the challenges he has overcome as he pursues his life goals. This real-life illustration impressed Team WRT&rsquo;s point.

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<h2>Behind a race car there&rsquo;s a host of people</h2>

Day 2 was a discovery of the behind-the-scenes operations at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The group took a tour of the Team WRT Hypercar and LMGT3 garages, watching mechanics and engineers at work, and observing an array of less well-known roles. Communication, logistics, catering, management and coordination are all indispensable to the day-to-day running of and endurance racing team.

The immersion was the perfect way to convey the message that there is more to motorsport than meets the eye. Behind every 24 Hours of Le Mans entry there are dozens of people contributing to the race effort.

The young visitors left with fresh perspectives. Some can now see themselves in a workshop, others in a design bureau or in event organisation roles. All are convinced of the wide range of jobs available in motorsport.

Team WRT CSR Manager L&eacute;a Dumoulin: &ldquo;The project aims to incite vocations. We set out to show that motorsport is a whole ecosystem, built on teamwork and perseverance and that there are manys ways in. If we convince just one pupil that they have a role to play here, then we&rsquo;ve succeeded.&rdquo;

The initiative is part of of a wider Team WRT scheme to promote inclusion and transmission. The team also hosted trainees from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.garageecoledumans.fr/" target="_blank">Garage &Eacute;cole du Mans</a> in their Hypercar and LMGT3 teams, offering them hands-on experience in a pit lane box.

Team WRT won this year&rsquo;s LMGT3 24 Hours of Le Mans <a href="https://www.24h-lemans.com/en/sea/prize-list">Sustainable Endurance Award by DHL</a>.

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