McLaren Racing has revealed the names of their upcoming hypercar and track cars, and I have the details in this week’s Racecraft & Race Cars Roundup. All this plus Charles Leclerc’s pre-race prep and more!
Overview
Racecraft Tips & Techniques
First Race Weekend in the Porsche Endurance Challenge
Daniel Morad: “We had this weekend under control… and then it completely fell apart. Episode 2 takes us to Sebring International Raceway, and what started off smooth quickly turned into something I didn’t expect. Everything felt in control heading in. Then the lights went out… and it just got crazy. Moments like this are where you’re forced to react, adapt, and keep your head straight while everything around you is changing fast. Sharing the car with Roberto Tutino, we kept pushing through it all… trying to make sense of a race that didn’t follow the script. No spoilers on this one. Just watch it play out.”
F1 Star Charles Leclerc Reveals His Pre-Race Diet and Preparation
Regardless of what Stephen A. Smith thinks about whether or not racecar drivers are athletes, they most certainly are. Now, one of the best on the planet, Ferrari F1 driver Charles Leclerc, has provided some insights into how he prepares for races.
Read the details here on why Leclerc says cold baths, jumping rope and a very specific meal are part of his pre-race preparation.
Speed Secrets: Reflexes, Reactions & Reality
In Speed Secrets: Reflexes, Reactions & Reality, Ross Bentley looks into the impact of age on racecraft.
Race Car & Series Developments
McLaren Confirms Names of 2027 FIA Hypercar Entrant and Exclusive Project: Endurance Track Car
McLaren Racing has revealed the name of the FIA Hypercar that will return the iconic motorsport team to the pinnacle of endurance racing. The McLaren MCL-HY will compete for overall honours in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the 24 Hours of Le Mans from 2027 in one of the most exciting eras of endurance racing.
Alongside its WEC and Le Mans programme, McLaren has also announced a track car variant and supporting track day programme that also provides exclusive access to the team’s return to sports car racing’s top class through the hyper-exclusive Project: Endurance.
Full details can be found here.
Audi Sport Racing Legends: Comprehensive 2026 Program
Since 2025, Audi Sport racing legends has been attracting considerable attention in the most discerning segment of the classic car market. A year ago, the brand began selling exclusive factory motorsport models from its former DTM and sports prototype programs. A high-profile international community of enthusiasts has responded enthusiastically to the range on offer.
This season, Audi Sport racing legends is expanding its presence on the classic car scene to four international events across three countries and is preparing further prototypes for sale. Full details can be found here.
Inside the SCCA: Club Spec Cayman
What if the next big thing in amateur racing isn’t cheaper… but smarter? In this episode of Inside the SCCA, they break down the new Club Spec Cayman—and why it might be the most exciting (and controversial) evolution in grassroots motorsports yet.
From a random parking lot conversation that launched a racing career… to building a Porsche Cayman race car you can DAILY DRIVE… this episode dives deep into:
- The real cost of getting into Club Spec racing
- Why the Cayman was chosen over other platforms
- How it compares to the Miata and Mustang
- Whether a Porsche can actually be affordable in racing
- And what makes this car a legit “do-it-all” weapon
If you’ve ever wanted to go racing without blowing your entire budget—or wondered if a Porsche could actually make sense—this is the episode you can’t miss.
Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Set for Gen2 Car in 2027
TOYOTA GAZOO Racing New Zealand with the support of TGR Global Motorsport has confirmed that it will make the step up to a new Gen 2 Formula Regional chassis in 2027 for its flagship Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy, continuing its philosophy of developing people, performance and technology through motorsport.
The new car will replace the fleet of Toyota FT-60s which have been in service since 2020. TGRNZ will continue its long-term relationship with Italian manufacturer Tatuus, who will supply the chassis.
Foley Gives High Marks on New Three-Hour Race Format
Turner Motorsport’s Robby Foley has given high marks on the new three-hour GT World Challenge America powered by AWS race format, stating that it feels “more like a traditional IMSA race.”
Ginetta: Engineering Drivers, Not Just Cars
In an era where performance is often measured in horsepower figures and lap times alone, Ginetta has built its reputation on something far more enduring: the complete journey of a racing driver. Read why here.
Early Release of 2027 Schedule Gives HSR Competitors a Head Start
Building on a tradition of stability and foresight established by parent company IMSA, Historic SportsCar Racing is releasing its 2027 race schedule at a record early date, giving HSR competitors, corporate partners, suppliers and fans an unprecedented amount of time to prepare for the seven-event campaign.
From the Sim Racing Roundup
Joshua Rogers Shines in Race Debut
Joshua Rogers, who has built his reputation as a talented sim racer, shined in his real-world racing debut, and I have the details in last week’s Sim Racing Roundup. You will also learn how a sim had a role in Ty Gibbs recent NASCAR win, how sims help learn new tracks and more!
Track Days
Lamborghini Announces the 2026 Essenza SCV12 Calendar
Lamborghini’s Essenza SCV12 programme will return for its sixth edition in 2026, offering a calendar of four events visiting some of the world’s most iconic circuits and confirming its status as one of the most exclusive experiences reserved for a select group of Lamborghini customers.
Described as ‘the purest track experience’, the Essenza SCV12 programme will be available to customers for dedicated ‘arrive and drive’ sessions, with customers benefiting from official technical support of Lamborghini Squadra Corse and tailored driver coaching from the Sant’Agata Bolognese firm and its factory drivers.
Full details on the calendar can be found here.
Exclusive New Singer Drivers Club Debuts At Willow Springs Raceway
Southern California’s most accessible race track, Willow Springs International Raceway, announced the launch of the exclusive Singer Drivers Club as the next step in a transformational period under the new ownership of CrossHarbor Capital.
The invite-only program began quietly accepting members last October following a reintroduction event open to the general public and dubbed “Willow Springs Reimagined” in homage to Singer Vehicle Design’s Porsche 911 restomods. Now, the full details of the Singer Drivers Club, and further plans for Willow Springs, have been revealed.
Full details can be found here: https://www.singerdriversclub.com/
Formula IDN Test Drive Sessions Now Open to the Public
Starting NOW, official Formula IDN test drive sessions will be open to the public.
You can choose between:
- 7 laps
- 30 minutes driving experience
All sessions are paid and by appointment only to ensure a proper and safe track experience.
Step into a real Formula car and feel what it’s like to be on track.
Author: Mark Boudreau
Mark is the publisher of Motorsport Prospects. As a lawyer, he applies his legal background and research skills to assist race drivers by showcasing the resources they need to make their motorsport careers happen.
