Ford Performance just dropped the 2026 schedule for Mustang Cup North America, and let’s just say—this isn’t your granddad’s weekend track day. The single-make series, which exploded onto the scene this year as a golden ticket for hotshot drivers, is leveling up hard.
Six events. Six iconic tracks. And enough high-octane drama to fuel a Netflix doc. Kicking off March 6 at Sebring International Raceway? Genius. The Florida legend’s brutal bumps and relentless straights will test these Mustang Dark Horse R beasts mere weeks before the 12 Hour classic. Then it’s off to Barber Motorsports Park, swapping palm trees for Alabama’s rolling hills during the IndyCar circus. Talk about a vibe shift.
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May brings Circuit of The Americas—because nothing screams “midseason flex” like Texas’ F1-grade rollercoaster. Summer heats up with back-to-back bangers: Virginia International Raceway’s flowing asphalt in June, then Road America’s Wisconsin wilderness in August. And the grand finale? Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. Fresh turf, fresh chaos.
Here’s the kicker: two championships (Miles Cup and Parnelli Cup), shared rides for newbies, and a 40+ Legends class for the veterans who still got it. USAC-sanctioned and laser-focused on Ford’s racing pyramid, Mustang Cup is the farm team for everything from GT4 screamers to Ford’s looming Hypercar monsters.
Bottom line? Ford’s doubling down. More races, better stages, and a blatant mission to mint the next wave of factory stars. Game on.
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