Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup to Debut New 911 Cup (992.2) in 2026 Season

The Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup, the flagship one-make series supporting Formula 1, will usher in a new era for 2026 with the introduction of the Porsche 911 Cup (992.2). The new model replaces the outgoing 911 GT3 Cup, marking a significant shift in Porsche Motorsport's customer-racing lineup.

A New Name for a New Generation

For over three decades, the Porsche Supercup has been synonymous with the "GT3 Cup" nameplate. From 2026, the championship will instead run the 911 Cup, reflecting Porsche's streamlined naming strategy: one-make competition cars now carry the "Cup" badge alone, while "GT" designations are reserved for multi-manufacturer GT categories, such as the 911 GT3 R in GT3-class racing.

Series officials confirm that all entries on the 2026 grid will use the 992.2-generation 911 Cup, with updated branding across all official materials, technical documents, and broadcast graphics.

Technical Upgrades for Closer Racing

While the name change grabs headlines, the 911 Cup's technical evolution promises to influence racing dynamics:

• Power Increase: The 4.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six now delivers 382 kW (520 PS), up 10 PS from the previous model, coupled with 470 Nm of torque and an 8,750 rpm redline.
• Bosch Gen-5 Racing ABS & PMTC: Standard-fit racing ABS and Porsche Motorsport Traction Control allow fine-tuned adjustment from the cockpit, improving braking consistency and stability.
• Enhanced Aerodynamics: A revised three-piece front lip, optimized underbody, and simplified 13-position swan-neck rear wing adjustment enhance high-speed balance and reduce repair costs.
• Cooling & Braking: Relocated central water cooler, larger front brake discs (380×35 mm), and improved ducting for greater thermal stability over a race distance.
• Sustainability: Compatible with FIA "Advanced Sustainable" eFuels, including the 79.7% renewable-content blend used in Supercup competition, reducing CO₂ emissions by up to 66%.

Impact on the 2026 Supercup Season

The updated chassis and electronics are expected to compress the performance gap between rookies and veterans. Improved braking consistency may open up new overtaking opportunities, while enhanced aero should give drivers more confidence in high-speed corners.

From a sporting perspective, the new 911 Cup also promises lower running costs through modular parts and longer-lasting braking components, a factor welcomed by privateer teams who make up much of the Supercup grid.

Driver and Team Reactions

Several Supercup regulars have tested the 992.2 at Weissach and Monza. Feedback highlights improved stability under braking, a more communicative front end, and a car that is "faster because it is more usable, not because it hides the driver."

Looking Ahead

The 2026 Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup season will begin in spring alongside the opening rounds of the Formula 1 World Championship. The debut of the 911 Cup represents not just a generational change in machinery, but also a redefinition of the series' identity within Porsche's global motorsport ladder.

As the first international championship to adopt the new model, the Supercup will set the benchmark for how the 911 Cup performs in fierce, equal-spec competition.