Despite the sorrow it brings, the likelihood of witnessing another Ford GT in the near future appears dim. Currently, Ford’s focus seems to lie more in producing Mustangs, Raptors, and other reasonably priced enthusiast vehicles, as stated by CEO Jim Farley in a recent episode of the Top Gear podcast.
“In terms of another GT, our vision for the company is to link our racing investments to tangible models that customers can purchase. We find more excitement in producing a [Mustang] GTD or a Dark Horse Mustang rather than a concept car,” Farley disclosed to Top Gear podcast host Jack Rix.
Although Farley didn’t outright dismiss the possibility of a new GT, he emphasized Ford’s aim to create vehicles meant for driving, not just as collectibles.
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“Would we [create a GT]? I won’t outright reject that possibility, but that’s not where our passion lies,” Farley expressed. “Currently, our passion is in crafting vehicles that individuals can own, cherish, exhibit at a car show, and discuss. Not objects sitting idly in a collection.”
Granted, the Mustang GTD is a road-legal racing car priced at over $300,000, with a production limit of 2,000 units, potentially falling into the “collection piece” sector. Nevertheless, the GTD aligns with Farley’s strategy of selling racing cars to consumers. Additionally, unlike the situation with the GT, you can currently place an order for a more commonplace, budget-friendly vehicle resembling it.
This isn’t a recent notion. Last August, Farley unveiled that the most recent Ford GT wasn’t originally in the works. Instead, Ford originally aimed to triumph at Le Mans with the Mustang. However, their racing collaborator Multimatic conducted simulations on the previous-gen pony car’s frame and concluded that it wouldn’t be competitive enough to secure victory. Consequently, they engineered the Ford GT.
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However, in the event that a new Ford GT were to materialize, considering Farley’s open stance, it would likely incorporate some form of hybrid technology. When quizzed about the possibility of an all-electric next-gen GT, Farley indicated a preference for a hybrid powertrain—combining internal combustion and electric power—as a more promising avenue.
“The prevailing market trend suggests that a partial-electric approach is the optimal choice for the luxury sector,” he remarked. “This approach enables maximal acceleration benefits while minimizing constraints.”
Therefore, anticipate a new Ford GT entering the scene in the foreseeable future. Circumstances in this industry fluctuate frequently, so ruling out any possibilities entirely is unwise. Presently, Ford’s commitment appears fixed on conquering race circuits worldwide with Mustangs. And in remote terrains, Raptors will reign.
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