Genesis GMR-001 Hypercar prepares for first test

Genesis Magma Racing (GMR) is preparing for the first full test of the GMR-001 Hypercar, following the completion of the first of three development cars by chassis partner Oreca.

Appearing in bare carbon fibre, the car is the first of three development chassis to be built in the coming months to support the development and homologation of the GMR-001 ahead of its race debut in the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship.

GMR drivers Andre Lotterer and Pipo Derani have undertaken training sessions in the simulator in preparation for the GMR-001's first test run

Following the installation of the engine, hybrid system, and gearbox, along with the successful fire-up of the car last month, Oreca mechanics completed the build, before delivering the car to GMR engineers, who will take the lead in testing the car. As the chassis partner, Oreca will remain part of the long-term project, supporting the development of the GMR-001.

The final preparations for the first full test were completed at a successful shakedown of the car to check the mechanical and electrical systems, which gave both GMR drivers Andre Lotterer and Pipo Derani their first chance to drive the GMR-001.

After the initial running, the team will embark on an extensive testing schedule at circuits around Europe, with findings from each test analysed and applied by the team's engineers and mechanics at the Genesis Magma Racing facility and confirmed by the drivers' continuing simulator work.