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Ford hopes this Hypercar will be its next Le Mans winner

Ars Technica • Tue, 18 Aug 2026

The American automaker returns to the top category of endurance racing next year.

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The American automaker returns to the top category of endurance racing next year.

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The American automaker returns to the top category of endurance racing next year.

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