Ford Racing has made a strong statement in GT racing with a front-row lockout in LMGT3 qualifying at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) for the FIA World Endurance Championship's fifth round [1]. This success comes as the manufacturer reveals plans for future platform development, marking a significant moment for the American brand in international GT racing.
The LMGT3 category at COTA has become a showcase of American racing talent, with three U.S. drivers competing for top honors in the FIA Endurance Trophy [2]. The competition has intensified with three different teams and car manufacturers vying for supremacy at the top of the standings.
Ford's dominant qualifying performance on home soil demonstrates the current Mustang GT3's competitiveness in the WEC championship. The front-row lockout particularly highlights the platform's strong development since its introduction [1].
Looking to the future, Ford Racing has announced development plans for a Mustang GT3 EVO update package, scheduled for release in 2026 [3]. This evolution of the platform shows Ford's commitment to maintaining competitiveness in the GT3 category.
The close competition in the FIA Endurance Trophy between three teams and different manufacturers underscores the effectiveness of GT3's Balance of Performance (BOP) regulations, creating exciting racing while maintaining technical diversity in the field [2].
