Gearing up for Le Mans

Genesis Magma Racing has unveiled its full-scale GMR-001 and team identity, including livery and race suits, marking a bold step in the brand’s global motorsport ambitions.

The hypercar lays the groundwork for the team’s 2026 World Endurance Championship debut, which will culminate in the ultimate challenge of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

It features Genesis’ signature two-line lighting, wrapping horizontally around the front and rear to emphasise width and aerodynamic intent. The inclusion of the design ensures consistency with the brand’s road-car range without comprising the night-time visibility vital for endurance racing.

The GMR-001 Hypercar’s bodywork, crafted at Genesis Design Europe under chief creative officer Luc Donckerwolke, features a sweeping parabolic line along the side profile. 

A flat underbody plate supports aerodynamic efficiency, while carefully integrated inlets extract hot air to enhance thermal performance.

While final specifications remain a sectre, the hybrid powertrain and chassis – developed in partnership with Oreca Motorsport – promise to deliver highly competitive performance and speed.

“The GMR-001 Hypercar, like every race car, is a sculpture designed by the constraints of efficiency and performance,” says Donckerwolke.