Genesis GMR-001
![]() The full-scale model of the GMR-001 on display in 2025 | |
Category | LMDh |
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Constructor | Genesis (Oreca) |
Designer(s) | François-Xavier Demaison (Technical Director, Hyundai Motorsport)[1] Luc Donckerwolke (Chief Creative Officer, Genesis)[2] Samir Sadikhov (Exterior Designer)[3] Julien Moncet (Head of Powertrain, Hyundai Motorsport)[1] |
Technical specifications | |
Engine | Genesis 3.2 L (195.3 cu in) V8 twin turbocharged mid-engine |
Lubricants | Shell Helix |
Tyres | Michelin |
Competition history |
The Genesis GMR-001 is an upcoming sports prototype developed by Genesis and Oreca. Designed to compete under LMDh regulations, the GMR-001 is set to compete in the FIA World Endurance Championship in the Hypercar category and the IMSA SportsCar Championship in the GTP category starting in 2026 and 2027 respectively.[4]

History
[edit]In September 2024, Hyundai announced that they would be launching a LMDh programme under their Genesis luxury car brand with Oreca as the chassis supplier.[5][6]
Genesis Motor formally unveiled their car at large scale at a launch event in Dubai three months later in December 2024, now known as the GMR-001.[4] At the event, they announced that their new team, Genesis Magma Racing, would officially enter the FIA World Endurance Championship with the GMR-001 by 2026, followed by an entrance into the IMSA SportsCar Championship the year after.[7][8] Team principal Cyril Abiteboul confirmed that the GMR-001 would be using a twin-turbocharged V8 engine and contain a hybrid system.[7]
Alongside the unveiling, former FIA WEC champion André Lotterer and IMSA champion Pipo Derani were confirmed to have joined Genesis in helping develop the GMR-001.[9][10] In preparation for the marque's official Hypercar participation, Genesis also confirmed their entry into the 2025 European Le Mans Series with IDEC Sport in LMP2, competing with an Oreca 07 driven by Jamie Chadwick, and Mathys Jaubert.[8] Former Formula One driver Logan Sargeant was initially included in the line-up before he "stepped away" from the program prior to the season's commencement. He was replaced by Daniel Juncadella.[11][12]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Dagys, John (17 April 2025). "Genesis Hypercar Engine Completes First Fire-Up". dailysportscar. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
- ^ "GENESIS UNVEILS LUXURY PERFORMANCE VISION WITH GENESIS MAGMA RACING, BACKED BY HYUNDAI MOTORSPORT". Genesis. 4 December 2024. Retrieved 7 February 2025.
- ^ Sadikhov, Samir. "As a designer and motorsport fanatic couldn't be more happier, excited and fortunate than this..." LinkedIn. Retrieved 7 February 2025.
- ^ a b Dagys, John (4 December 2024). "Genesis Unveils GMR-001 Hypercar – Sportscar365". sportscar365.com. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- ^ Wood, Will (12 September 2024). "Hyundai to launch hypercar racing programme under Genesis brand". RaceFans. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- ^ "Hyundai announces Le Mans hypercar racing program under Genesis brand". Drive. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- ^ a b "Newly Formed Genesis Magma Racing Team to Chase Championships". Car and Driver. 4 December 2024. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
- ^ a b "Genesis Launches GMR-001 Hypercar Programme In Dubai". www.dailysportscar.com. 4 December 2024. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
- ^ Watkins, Gary (4 December 2024). "Lotterer and Derani to drive Genesis LMDh in 2026 WEC campaign". MSN. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
- ^ Atkins, Russell (21 May 2025). "Genesis' Hypercar venture 'more than a marketing initiative' | FIAWEC". www.fiawec.com. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
- ^ "Sargeant steps down from Genesis-backed sportscar seat". Motorsport.com. 19 February 2025.
- ^ "Sargeant 'stepping away' from racing as 2025 plans are cancelled". The Race. 18 February 2025.