Penske explores return to WEC Hypercar class as Cadillac team
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
Team Penske is considering a return to the FIA World Endurance Championship's Hypercar class, potentially as a privateer team fielding Cadillac cars. The move would mark an unexpected shift for the team, which has had a storied presence in endurance racing. Penske aims to re-enter this competitive field, but specific plans are yet to be finalized.
- •Team Penske is exploring a return to the WEC Hypercar class.
- •A privateer Cadillac team is under consideration.
- •Details on the specific plans have not been finalized.
- 1:00 PMRacer — Penske exploring return to WEC Hypercar field as a Cadillac privateer
"Team Penske is exploring a shock return to the FIA WEC's Hypercar class as a privateer Cadillac team.
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