
Norris Tests McLaren Hypercar in Portugal | Nascar News
Published: September 15, 2026
Duration: 1:55
Lando Norris just got behind the wheel of McLaren’s new MCL-HY Hypercar for its fifth track test at Portimão, where he smashed 38 laps and gave crucial feedback to help shape the car for next year’s WEC. Fresh off a podium in F1, Norris joined forces with factory drivers Mikkel Jensen and Laurens Vanthoor—set to race full-time in endurance next season—to fine-tune the hypercar’s performance. Though Norris, Piastri, and Dixon are all part of McLaren’s racing family, none are confirmed to drive the Hypercar in competition. Norris called it an “exciting” opportunity to experience differ...