Marking an important turning point in the company’s motorsport history, Ford will be returning in 2027 to the storied 24 Hours of Le Mans. The American automaker is set to make a daring move into the future of racing by reentering the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), more than 50 years after its legendary victory.
For both Ford fans and motorsport lovers, the announcement is an exciting step. With four straight victories at Le Mans from 1966 to 1969, the brand left a legendary legacy and solidified its position as a major player on the global scene. Ford is now going for the top once more, entering the contest with newfound ambition and inventiveness.
“We are entering a new era for performance and racing at Ford,” said Bill Ford, Ford Motor Company Executive Chair. “You can see it from what we’re doing on-road and off-road. When we race, we race to win. And there is no track or race that means more to our history than Le Mans. It is where we took on Ferrari and won in the 1960s. It is where we returned 50 years later and shocked the world and beat Ferrari again. I am thrilled that we’re going back to Le Mans and competing at the highest level of endurance racing. We are ready to once again challenge the world, and ‘go like hell!’”
In the racing world, Le Mans is considered to be one of the most difficult tests of human and engineering talent. But Ford's impending comeback to the competition is about more than just racing—it's about making a statement. The company's engineering heritage and forward-thinking attitude is expected to lead to major new benchmarks in the motorsport industry.
“It is wonderful news to welcome Ford back to the top level of the 24 Hours of Le Mans for the first time in almost 60 years,” said Pierre Fillon, Automobile Club de l'Ouest (ACO) President. “It is a brand that has always had a close affinity with this very special race, and history shows that Ford does not compete to finish second. The renewal of its famous rivalry with Ferrari is truly an exciting prospect.”
Ford's entry in the 2027 Le Mans 24 Hours will be one of the most thrilling and much awaited events on the motorsport calendar. A fascinating new chapter in Ford's racing history is about to begin. Read our blog here to stay up to date on all the most recent news developments!
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