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Ford Mustang GTD Sets Nürburgring Record, Beats Corvette

4/18/2026

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The Ford Mustang GTD Competition set an American Nürburgring lap record with 6:40.8, beating the Chevy Corvette ZR1X by more than eight seconds.
The upgraded Mustang GTD Competition features enhancements in power, aerodynamics, and weight reduction.
Ford Motor Company Chief Executive Officer Jim Farley emphasized the car's GT3 racing connection and engineering pedigree.
The Mustang GTD Competition is now available for order, which coincides with the Mustang's 62nd birthday.

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The Ford Mustang GTD Competition set an American Nürburgring lap record with 6:40.8, beating the Chevy Corvette ZR1X by more than eight seconds.
The upgraded Mustang GTD Competition features enhancements in power, aerodynamics, and weight reduction.
Ford Motor Company Chief Executive Officer Jim Farley emphasized the car's GT3 racing connection and engineering pedigree.
The Mustang GTD Competition is now available for order, which coincides with the Mustang's 62nd birthday.