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Ford's Rushbrook details strategy behind Hypercar plan


Published on 2025-02-21 13:05:20 - Racer
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  • It's all systems go at Ford Performance's sports car racing division, as it prepares for the debut of its Hypercar program in the FIA World Endurance Championship. Speaking with RACER earlier

The article from Racer.com details Ford Performance Motorsports Director Mark Rushbrook's strategy behind Ford's entry into the Hypercar class of the World Endurance Championship (WEC) with the Mustang GT3. Rushbrook explains that Ford's decision to develop a Hypercar was driven by the desire to compete at the highest level of endurance racing, which includes iconic races like Le Mans, Daytona, and Sebring. He highlights the importance of the Hypercar class for brand visibility and technological advancement, noting that the project aligns with Ford's broader motorsport strategy of competing in significant global events. The development of the Hypercar involves collaboration with Multimatic, focusing on creating a car that not only performs exceptionally but also embodies Ford's racing heritage and innovation. Rushbrook also touches on the balance between racing and production car technology, emphasizing how racing can influence road car development, particularly in areas like aerodynamics, materials, and hybrid technology.

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