Lando Norris prepares for McLaren MCL-HY hypercar testing at Portimao
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 7:40 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Formula 1 driver Lando Norris is scheduled to conduct a test session with the McLaren MCL-HY hypercar at the Algarve International Circuit in Portimao. The test is set for Monday, September 14, and serves as part of the team's ongoing development of the machine ahead of its entry into the FIA World Endurance Championship in 2027. McLaren designed the car with a V6 twin-turbocharged mid-engine producing 697 horsepower, while Dallara managed the chassis development. Norris, the 2025 Formula 1 champion, has previously driven the hypercar at Goodwood and has expressed interest in competing in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in the future. This session occurs shortly after the Spanish Grand Prix, where Norris finished third behind winner Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen. The driver remains focused on his upcoming participation in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
- •Lando Norris tests the McLaren MCL-HY hypercar on September 14 at Portimao.
- •The vehicle is built for the FIA World Endurance Championship and 24 Hours of Le Mans starting in 2027.
- •McLaren collaborated with Dallara to design the 697-horsepower V6 twin-turbocharged hypercar.
- •Norris recently placed third at the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid.
- 7:40 PMYahoo Sports — Lando Norris to test McLaren MCL-HY hypercar ahead of Azerbaijan GP
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"Lando Norris will test McLaren's new MCL-HY hypercar at the Algarve International Circuit ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The test at the Portimao circuit is set to take place on Monday 14 September and will allow the Woking outfit to continue its development of the MCL-HY with feedback from the 2025 Formula 1 champion. The McLaren MCL-HY is the machine that will compete in the FIA ...Keep reading
"Lando Norris will test McLaren's new MCL-HY hypercar at Portimao as the team continues preparations for its 2027 World Endurance Championship programme
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 7:40 PMLando Norris to test McLaren MCL-HY hypercar ahead of Azerbaijan GP
Lando Norris will test McLaren's new MCL-HY hypercar at Portimao as the team continues preparations for its 2027 World Endurance Championship programme
- Motorsport.comSep 13, 2026, 7:40 PMLando Norris to test McLaren MCL-HY hypercar ahead of Azerbaijan GP
Lando Norris will test McLaren's new MCL-HY hypercar at the Algarve International Circuit ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The test at the Portimao circuit is set to take place on Monday 14 September and will allow the Woking outfit to continue its development of the MCL-HY with feedback from the 2025 Formula 1 champion. The McLaren MCL-HY is the machine that will compete in the FIA ...Keep reading
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