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McLaren Names Mikkel Jensen First Driver for 2027 WEC Hypercar Program

The United Autosports-run effort will develop a Dallara-based LMDh with a twin-turbo V6 hybrid.

Overview

  • Jensen will race for McLaren United Autosports in 2027 and take a significant role in developing the new prototype.
  • McLaren confirmed the Hypercar will use a Dallara-built chassis paired with a twin‑turbo V6 hybrid power unit.
  • United Autosports will operate the program, with McLaren’s LMGT3 responsibilities transferring to Garage 59 in 2026.
  • Jensen joins after three-and-a-half Hypercar seasons with Peugeot, logging 26 starts and three podiums with the 9X8.
  • He is building seat time with United in Asian Le Mans LMP2 and the Rolex 24 at Daytona, and McLaren has not set a timeline for additional driver announcements.