Goodyear seeks WEC Hypercar tire supplier agreement
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 2:10 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Goodyear aims to become the tire supplier for the Hypercar category in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). The American manufacturer has recently secured contract extensions to provide tires for LMGT3 and LMP2 in the European Le Mans Series and the LMGT3 in WEC through 2029. This move represents Goodyear's effort to expand its presence in top-level endurance racing after solidifying its existing partnerships. A final decision regarding the Hypercar tire deal is awaited, which could determine Goodyear's role in future WEC events.
- •Goodyear aims for tire supply in WEC Hypercar category
- •Previously secured LMGT3 and LMP2 contracts
- •Current contracts extend through 2029 for LMGT3
- •Awaiting final decision on Hypercar agreement
- 2:10 PMRacer — Goodyear making strong push for WEC Hypercar tire deal
"Fresh from securing contract extensions to remain the exclusive tire supplier for LMGT3 and LMP2 in the European Le Mans Series, as well as retaining the FIA World Endurance Championship's LMGT3 deal through 2029, the American manufacturer is now waiting on the biggest decision of all.
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