Lamborghini Plans Return to FIA WEC and ELMS with New Temerario GT3 Platform
Lamborghini Squadra Corse aims for a return to the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the European Le Mans Series (ELMS) within the next few years, centered around its forthcoming Temerario GT3 platform set for a debut in 2026. In a conversation with Daily Sportscar at Petit Le Mans, Team Principal Andrea Reggiani emphasized the brand’s ambitions for ACO-sanctioned competitions, particularly after securing entries for two Temerario GT3s in the 2026/27 Asian Le Mans Series.
Reggiani confirmed, “It’s an ambition we have,” noting a larger than expected demand from customer teams in the Asian series. With plans progressing from Asian Le Mans to ELMS, followed by aspirations for the WEC, Lamborghini’s strategy indicates a methodical approach to re-entering top-tier endurance racing.
A critical factor influencing this return is the current grid space in the WEC. The existing entry list encompasses 35 cars, split between 17 in Hypercar and 18 in LMGT3. The anticipated addition of two cars from both Ford and McLaren in 2027 could elevate the total to 39, though the future presence of the Alpine Hypercar program remains uncertain.
Reggiani acknowledged the possibility of two openings for Lamborghini in LMGT3, should a partnership be formed with a customer team. However, he expressed skepticism about entering the WEC next season, asserting, “It’s unlikely… but going forward, sure.”
Despite these developments, Lamborghini has no plans to revive its SC63 Hypercar program, with Reggiani stating, “Nothing has changed” regarding their prototype ambitions under his new leadership. He highlighted ongoing discussions concerning the Hypercar class for the Asian Le Mans Series, asserting there were no final confirmations as yet.
On the IMSA front, Lamborghini’s plans for 2027 are under development following the conclusion of Pfaff Motorsports’ GTD Pro involvement. Reggiani reiterated the importance of IMSA to Lamborghini’s strategy: “It’s an important championship… but it’s becoming an extremely expensive championship to run.”
While optimism remains about securing a presence in IMSA next year, Reggiani pointed to the necessity of finding a suitable partner to share operational costs. He concluded, “It would be ideal to have a car in GTD Pro and cars in GTD,” stressing the significance of maintaining strong partnerships akin to what Lamborghini had with Pfaff Motorsports.
As the motorsports landscape evolves, Lamborghini’s reinvigorated focus on endurance racing showcases both ambition and a strategic long-term approach to returning to the top tiers of competitive motorsport.
