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Fulfill Your Racing Ambitions

Our new sports car driver development initiative is designed to mentor select drivers all the way up to the highest level of sports car racing.

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Benefits of Joining the Junior Team

Support to Reach Your Full Potential

Chosen participants will receive: Mentoring from factory Mustang GT3 racing drivers Coaching during selected race weekends Simulator sessions with Ford Performance engineers Guidance on the physical and mental demands of professional racing Training in sponsorship, social media, and participation in Ford-sponsored experiences 

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Unearthing The Next Generation Of Racing Talent

We're actively evaluating drivers in these series for eligibility.

Mustang Cup

This new series, debuting in 2025, gives novice racer an entry point to Ford Performance racing.

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Mustang Challenge

IMSA-sanctioned events featuring practice and qualifying sessions followed by sprint races.

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Mustang GT4 Series

Professional GT4-based global series from FEL, IMSA and SRO

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2025 Season

Inaugural Team

The complete first season's roaster will be announced at the Ford Performance Season Launch event in January 2025.

FAQs

Q: What is Ford Performance looking for specifically to qualify for the Ford Performance Junior Team?
A: We’ll evaluate participants from series such as Mustang Challenge, Mustang Cup and Mustang GT4 series globally. Key factors in the selection process will include: average stats compared to other leading drivers, current performance, feedback from sanctioning bodies, temperament and year-over-year driving improvement. The program will be open to drivers globally and will be available for a select group of drivers in any one calendar year.

Q: What is the ultimate goal of the Ford Performance Junior Team program?
A: Our goal is to develop the next generation of drivers who could potentially earn a seat in the Mustang GT3 Factory Program, the pinnacle of Mustang racing with Ford Performance.

Q: What else can I expect with the Ford Performance Junior Team?
A; We have a fantastic team of seasoned drivers, teams, and engineers, who are passionate about mentoring the next generation of racers, and we're excited to share our knowledge and experience with young drivers and help them achieve their dreams.

The program could also include opportunities to test the Mustang GT4 or GT3.