McLaren Racing has officially launched its endurance team--McLaren United AS—ahead of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Having already announced its LMDh entry in the Hypercar category of FIA WEC for 2027 earlier this year, McLaren Racing revealed new details of its Hypercar designed by McLaren, which will be run in collaboration with United Autosports. The Hypercar which will be produced by Dallara and powered by a V6 twin-turbo engine.

James Barclay will join as team principal in September from his most recent role as managing director of JLR Motorsport and team principal of Jaguar TCS Racing in the FIA Formula E World Championship, once the season wraps at the end of July. Barclay will join the McLaren Racing Executive Leadership Team and report to CEO, Zak Brown.

"McLaren Racing's return to the FIA World Endurance Championship marks the beginning of a new and exciting chapter for us, and James' leadership will be crucial in guiding us through the coming months as we prepare for our 2027 entry," Brown said. "We have a rich history in the sport, and with James at the helm, we are confident that McLaren Endurance Racing will quickly establish itself as a competitive and successful team. I'm looking forward to seeing the team's future take shape under his leadership and can't wait to give fans an exclusive preview of our 2027 race car."

For more information, visit mclaren.com.