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Ford Racing Announces One-Make Mustang Challenge Is Coming To Spa-Francorchamps

By Tyler Rampersaud –  June 29, 2026

Mustang Challenge Comes To Spa

Ford Racing marked a major milestone when it introduced its one-make Mustang Challenge to a global stage with the Mustang Challenge Le Mans Invitational in 2025. Now, the global expansion of the Mustang Challenge series is continuing with the announcement that the series is coming to yet another iconic European racing venue, this time the legendary Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. Known for its dramatic elevations and its challenging Eau Rouge, Spa-Francorchamps is one of the most storied, celebrated, and historic racing venues in the world. As the Mustang Challenge did at Le Mans, the Mustang Challenge Spa Invitational will support the 2027 24 Hours of Spa, writing another incredible chapter in the Mustang’s global racing pedigree. Last year’s Mustang Challenge Le Mans Invitational was a major success, with over 36 Ford Mustang Dark Horse R race cars competing at the legendary racing venue, and its return to Spa comes along with other global Mustang racing efforts like the introduction of Mustang Cup Australia, the first international Mustang one-make series alongside the Mustang Cup USA. <- Gallery -> Part of the Ford Racing Sports Car Pyramid, the Mustang Challenge and Mustang Cup series offer an entry point for drivers to start their career within the Ford Racing ecosystem. With the introduction of the latest generation of the Ford Mustang, Ford has evolved its iconic pony car into a global performance and racing star, with variants like the Dark Horse, the GTD, the GT3, and the Dark Horse R, serving as a precursor to the international motorsport presence that the Mustang is now a part of today. As Ford Racing continues to expand the presence of Mustang Challenge and its other one-make series, its arrival at Spa in 2027 is a turning point in the already cherished history of the Mustang nameplate. View All Ford Mustang For Sale Image Source: Ford

Cape Advanced Vehicles Unveils GT MkII on the 60th Anniversary of Ford's Historic Le Mans Sweep

By Khris Bharath –  June 18, 2026

Cape Advanced Vehicles Unveils GT MkII on the 60th Anniversary of Ford's Historic Le Mans Sweep

Exactly 60 years after the Ford GT40 delivered its historic 1-2-3 finish at the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans, one of the most established names in GT40 recreation has unveiled a modern interpretation that looks beyond nostalgia. Earlier this month, we reported on Cape Advanced Vehicles' plans to reveal a ground-up successor to the GT40. The South African manufacturer has pulled the covers off the GT MkII earlier today, a new flagship that replaces its long-running production GT and represents the most ambitious project in the company's 27-year history. <- Gallery -> While its proportions remain unmistakably linked to the original endurance racer, the GT MkII introduces a substantially different approach beneath the surface. Built around an aluminum and carbon-fiber structure, the new model combines heritage-inspired design with the technology and safety systems expected from a modern supercar. Power comes from a 4.2-liter twin-supercharged V8, a deliberate nod to the displacement that helped define the GT40's racing legacy. Unlike many continuation-style projects that prioritize period correctness above all else, CAV has engineered the GT MkII to deliver modern usability alongside its historic inspiration. This means active aerodynamics, all-wheel drive, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, traction control, airbags, and a semi-automatic transmission all form part of the package. The result is a car designed to retain the visceral character associated with the GT40 while offering the confidence and accessibility of a modern high-performance machine.  The debut also marks the launch of the GT MkII 60th Anniversary Edition, a commemorative series limited to just 40 examples. The first specification revealed is finished in Miles Blue Metallic, which will account for only 20 units of total production.  According to CAV, these anniversary cars receive additional performance enhancements beyond the standard GT MkII, along with bespoke detailing that incorporates precious metals and authentic historical artifacts. Two further anniversary editions, each produced in even smaller numbers, are scheduled to follow. For a company whose name traces its origins to Ford Advanced Vehicles, the organization responsible for producing the original GT40 race cars, the GT MkII represents more than a replacement for an existing model. It is CAV's clearest statement yet on what a modern GT40 successor can be. View All Ford GTs Ford Sale Images: Ford, via @capeadvancedvehicles

U.S. Army Pilot Builds Wrecked Bronco for The Baja 1000

By Jordan Aquistapace –  March 30, 2026

U.S. Army Pilot Builds Wrecked Bronco for The Baja 1000

Most people don’t accidentally end up at the start line of the Baja 1000. It’s usually years of prep, testing, and seat time that get you there. For RJ Zanon, a former U.S. Army helicopter pilot, it was kind of the opposite. No racing background, no real roadmap, just a long-standing dream and a willingness to see how far it could go. The truck he used to compete in one of motorsports' most grueling races? A once-wrecked Ford Bronco Black Diamond that probably made more sense as a parts donor than bones for a full build. But that’s where the story starts.The build wasn’t a pristine, polished, shop-led project. It was pieced together over time, making and swapping parts, fixing what was crucial for survival, and figuring out the rest along the way. It kept more of its factory DNA than you’d expect for something headed into Baja, which made it feel a little more like an experiment instead of a sure success. By the time it rolled into Ensenada, it looked the part of a true competitor, caged, wrapped, and convincing enough to line up with everything else at the green flag.The team behind it didn’t exactly fit the mold of a pro series pit team. Most were friends from the Bronco world, brought together through meetups and forums, not race programs. Pit strategy came from group calls and shared texts. Navigation was learned on the fly, not clean or overly structured, but it didn’t need to be. Everyone knew what they signed up for: just get through it, one way or another. Out on course, things unraveled pretty quickly, which is about what you’d expect from an off-road race along Mexico’s Baja Peninsula. Electronics went out early, the terrain got rougher than anticipated, and the weather didn’t help. At some point, it turned into keeping the truck moving. No gauges, limited visibility, constant hits from rocks. And even near the end, it kept going with damage piling up and a flat tire in the final stretch. They eventually crossed the line, not in the way they probably imagined, but finishing Baja, even unofficially, is a monumental success. For something that started as a wrecked truck and a loose idea, it ended up being a lot more real than expected. All Ford Bronco Inventory  

Ford WEC Hypercar

By Charles Bradley –  September 25, 2025

Ford Racing To Take Full Control Of 2027 FIA WEC Hypercar...

Ford Racing has announced a bold new direction for its motorsport future, confirming it will operate its 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar program entirely in-house. The decision marks a break from the traditional model, where manufacturers often outsource factory race operations to privateer teams, and instead places Ford Racing at the center of development, execution, and innovation as it enters the premier level of global sportscar racing, which includes the fabled 24 Hours of Le Mans. “At Ford Racing, competition runs through our veins and, as America’s Race Team, it seems only right that we carry the banner ourselves,” said Mark Rushbrook, global director of Ford Racing. “Keeping with our core values, our Hypercar program will be operated by Ford Racing. This gives us the ability to react more quickly on track, enhancing our competitiveness. It also allows us to bring technology back to our road cars more effectively and efficiently than ever before.” The program will be led by Dan Sayers, with a clear mandate to build not only a Hypercar but also a complete factory team from the ground up. Ford is recruiting dozens of engineers, technicians, mechanics, and support staff to bring the program to life, with an emphasis on cultivating a team culture “passionate and driven by a need to be the best,” Rushbrook explained. Technical support will come from trusted partners, including ORECA Motorsport, which will design and develop Ford’s Hypercar chassis, and Venture Engineering, a longtime consultancy providing operational expertise. Together, they bring decades of Le Mans-winning experience to complement Ford’s in-house approach. “With over 100 Le Mans starts between them, they make the perfect partners to assist Ford Racing in this exciting new endeavor,” Rushbrook added. “While we bring these partners in, we are proud that this is very much a Ford Racing effort. In our ranks, we have the leading minds of motorsports, and we are building… quickly and systematically.” With global facilities in Dearborn, Charlotte, and the UK – alongside Red Bull Ford Powertrains – Ford Racing says it has unmatched resources to compete at the highest level. “We are not looking outside our walls to find who can run a program for us; we are looking within Ford Racing to build our programs infused with our passion,” Rushbrook added. Ford’s return to prototype racing builds on its storied Le Mans legacy and aims to shape future road cars with race-bred technology. As Rushbrook concluded, “It is a privilege to be racing as America’s Race Team. After all, there is no one better to carry the Blue Oval into the highest level of international sports car racing than Ford Racing itself.” View All Fords For Sale Images: Ford

A race car with illuminated taillights is parked in a pit lane at night. The logos "Ford Performance" and "ORECA Motorsport" stand out, hinting at excitement for Ford returning to Le Mans and the anticipation of Ford Le Mans 2027.

By Charles Bradley –  June 13, 2025

Ford Vs Ferrari, The Sequel: Ford Is Returning To Le Mans...

Ford Motor Company has revealed two of its key building blocks for its boldest endurance racing initiative in decades. The Dearborn icon confirmed its long-awaited return to the top tier of international sports car racing in 2027, and has now unveiled two essential components of its upcoming FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar effort: a technical partnership with renowned French chassis constructor ORECA, and the appointment of motorsports veteran Dan Sayers to lead the program. In an announcement made on Friday at Le Mans, at the largest gathering of racing Mustangs ever assembled at the Circuit de la Sarthe for two Invitational Challenge support races in which he’s competing, Ford President and CEO Jim Farley delivered his announcement with conviction: The goal is clear, Ford is coming back to win Le Mans. “Bringing Ford back to the top class at Le Mans has always been a dream for many of us, including our Executive Chair Bill Ford,” said Farley. “To be able to partner with ORECA is a proud moment for Ford. We are coming back to Le Mans to win, and we aren’t making that a secret.” Ford’s rivalry at Le Mans with Ferrari is one of the most iconic in motorsports history. It began in the 1960s when Ford, spurned by a failed attempt to purchase Ferrari, launched an all-out assault on Le Mans. With the GT40, Ford toppled Ferrari’s dominance, famously going 1-2-3 in 1966 and winning four consecutive times through 1969. That era redefined American ambition in international motorsports, and was rekindled by the 2019 blockbuster racing movie Ford v Ferrari, which starred Matt Damon and Christian Bale. The fact that Ferrari has won the past two editions of Le Mans might just have been the trigger to renew their epic rivalry, while its domestic nemesis, General Motors, scored a front row lockout for this year’s running via its Cadillac brand on Thursday night. “On Sunday, it will be exactly 56 years since we last took the top step of the overall podium here,” added Farley. “That is long enough. In 2027, we are coming with the same level of expectation, and we are entrusting ORECA to help us take on Ferrari and the other top-class teams as we did back in the 1960s.” While Ford returned to the race in the GTE-Pro ranks in 2016 with class victory at Le Mans, and more recently with Mustang GT3 entries, this new Hypercar project re-establishes the brand’s intent to once again fight for outright victory once more. As the selected chassis partner, ORECA brings a competitive track record to the effort.  Founded by Hugues de Chaunac in 1973, the French engineering powerhouse has amassed nearly 240 wins in LMP2 competition, including 10 straight Le Mans victories in the category. Their presence in Hypercar, already supporting multiple manufacturers, makes them a natural partner to produce a serious contender for the Blue Oval. “We are honored that Ford has chosen ORECA to design the future WEC Hypercar for their return to the top tier of endurance racing,” said de Chaunac. “This strategic partnership is a key part of our ongoing commitment to the highest level of racing, and to the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans.” Steering the technical direction of the program will be Dan Sayers, a respected name in international motorsport with a career spanning Formula 1, WEC and World Rally Championship. Sayers joins Ford from Red Bull Ford Powertrains, where he played a key role in the development of the 2026-spec F1 hybrid power unit. He previously served as Technical Director at Aston Martin Racing, where he was instrumental in the design of the V12 Vantage and multiple Le Mans class victories. “To lead Ford back to its spiritual home at Le Mans was a challenge I could not turn down,” said Sayers. “Having previously led Aston Martin to multiple Le Mans class victories, the opportunity to take overall honors with Ford is something very special.” Steering the technical direction of the program will be Dan Sayers, a respected name in international motorsport with a career spanning Formula 1, WEC and World Rally Championship. Sayers joins Ford from Red Bull Ford Powertrains, where he played a key role in the development of the 2026-spec F1 hybrid power unit. He previously served as Technical Director at Aston Martin Racing, where he was instrumental in the design of the V12 Vantage and multiple Le Mans class victories. His appointment underscores the program’s seriousness – Ford is clearly recruiting from the top shelf to ensure every component, from engineering to execution, is ready for the pressures of Le Mans. Ford’s return in 2027 isn’t just a nostalgic play; it’s a strategic re-entry into the highest echelon of motorsport at a time when the Hypercar class is attracting an unprecedented level of manufacturer engagement. The convergence of luxury, heritage, and performance embodied by this program makes it especially compelling to collectors and motorsport devotees alike. Source: Ford

Multiple Ford sports cars, including the Mustang Dark Horse from Ford Performance, are secured on pallets in front of a Magma cargo airplane at an airport, ready for transport.

By Jordan Aquistapace –  June 10, 2025

How Ford Performance Air Freighted 20+ Mustang Dark Horse...

The long transatlantic journey lands the fleet of race-ready Mustangs in France. Ford's historic involvement in the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race is a heroic tale fueled by passion, competition, and performance. Most notably, it is portrayed through the Academy Awards-nominated hit film Ford v Ferrari. It conveys Ford's aggressive re-entry into one of the most demanding and rigorous races ever, with Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles leading the team to a 1-2-3 finish in 1966 with the Ford GT40. After a long 47-year hiatus from the race, Ford would later return in 2016 with the addition of the newly re-engineered Ford GT. This year, Ford is scheduled to compete at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Mustang Challenge Le Mans Invitational. While fans are excited to see how the Mustang will perform on-track this week, the bigger question is, "How does Ford get 40+ Mustang race cars over to France in time for the big race?" @fordperformance Instagram Diving into the logistics behind transporting a fleet of race cars across the globe, Ford Performance recently uploaded a YouTube video documenting the incredible feat. It all began at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport in South Carolina, where Ford's partners at Scan Global Logistics organized a massive Magma Aviation B747-400F freighter for the journey to Europe (24 cars by air and 18 cars by boat). Scan Global Logistics worked closely with each of Ford's race teams to walk them through the ins and outs of international shipping. That meant hands-on training on what they could and couldn't pack, not just the race cars but all the gear, tools, and spare parts they'd need for the week. It was a big shift from their usual routine of loading up haulers and driving from track to track across the U.S. @fordperformance Instagram After months of planning and a great team effort from everyone involved, the 10-hour journey was a complete success, and all Mustang Dark Horse Rs safely arrived at their final destination. What really made the international trip even smoother is that each car came attached with a carnet (Carnet de Passages en Douanes(CPD), which is essentially a passport that allows you to import a vehicle into countries temporarily along with anything noted within its documents (i.e., spare parts and tools.) The Ford Performance team celebrated the monumental accomplishment with a group photo of all 40+ Mustang Dark Horse R race cars lineup up at the starting grid of Circuit de la Sarthe. Catch all of these cars in action on Friday, June 13th, and Saturday, June 14th, as an opener for the 24 Hours of Le Mans. View All Ford Mustang Dark Horses For Sale " width="680"> Source: @fordperformance Instagram

Ford proudly announces its entry into the 2027 World Endurance Championship, showcasing an innovative LMDh car and marking a triumphant return to Le Mans.

By Jordan Aquistapace –  January 31, 2025

Ford Is Making Its Return To Le Mans

Whether you were around to witness greatness as it took place or relived the excitement by watching the Ford vs. Ferrari movie, Ford's involvement and winning history in motorsports was nothing short of incredible. It represented the spirit of competition between two industry giants while introducing the Ford GT40 as its answer to Ferrari. Ford is gearing up for a major return to the pinnacle of endurance racing, announcing plans to enter the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC) in 2027. This revives Ford's legendary presence at Le Mans, where it famously defeated Ferrari in the 1960s with four consecutive victories. Led by Ford Performance, the move aims to challenge the world's best at the grueling 24 Hours of Le Mans, a race that has long defined the peak of endurance racing. With a legacy that includes its stunning comeback victory in 2016 with the Ford GT, the brand is no stranger to shaking up the competition. Bill Ford himself highlighted the significance of this return, highlighting Le Mans as the ultimate proving ground for Ford's racing future. As the FIA WEC continues to attract top manufacturers, Ford's return further cements the series' status as a battleground for automotive giants. With 2027 approaching, anticipation builds for what could be another historic chapter in Ford's storied Le Mans legacy. View all Ford GTs for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Ford GTs For Sale Source: Ford

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