World Endurance Championship

Logan Sargeant Joins Ford’s Hypercar Programme for 2027 WEC Campaign

Former Formula 1 driver Logan Sargeant has been confirmed as part of Ford’s Hypercar programme in the FIA World Endurance Championship, with the American set…

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How a Grand Touring Road Car Conquered Le Mans

The McLaren F1 was conceived with an unusual benchmark in mind. Gordon Murray, the legendary engineer behind the road car, once posed a simple, unscientific…

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Victor Martins Joins Alpine Endurance Team for 2026 Le Mans and FIA WEC Campaign

Alpine Endurance Team has announced the signing of Victor Martins for the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship and the 94th running of the 24 Hours…

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McLaren Names Mikkel Jensen as First Driver for 2027 WEC and Le Mans Hypercar Return

McLaren Racing has confirmed the first driver for its long-awaited return to the pinnacle of sports car racing in the FIA World Endurance Championship and…

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How multi class traffic shapes WEC lap time

In WEC multi-class racing, traffic significantly shapes lap times as faster prototypes (Hypercar) must navigate slower GT cars, costing them time and requiring careful racecraft,…

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Has An F1 Driver Ever Won Le Mans?

Formula 1 and the 24 Hours of Le Mans are two of the most prestigious and challenging motorsport events in the world. While the two…

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Just before departure of 24 heures du Mans the teams are on the track open to the public — Photo by contact.francoisrol.com

How Many Miles Is The 24 Hours of Le Mans?

The 24 Hours of Le Mans is one of the world’s most prestigious automobile races, held annually near Le Mans, France. The race takes place…

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Why Is Le Mans So Special? The Enduring Legacy of Motorsport’s Greatest Test of Endurance

Le Mans stands as one of the most prestigious and challenging motorsport events in the world. The iconic 24-hour race combines speed, endurance, and strategy…

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Are Le Mans Cars Faster Than F1?

The age-old debate between Formula 1 and Le Mans cars continues to captivate motorsport enthusiasts worldwide. While both racing disciplines represent the pinnacle of automotive…

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Is WEC The Same As Le Mans?

When discussing endurance racing, two terms frequently arise: WEC (World Endurance Championship) and Le Mans. While these terms are closely related, they are not interchangeable….

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