Ligier Automotive To Join SRO GT2 European Series in 2026

Ligier Automotive, the French vehicle manufacturer and automotive consultancy, will be joining the GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli grid in 2026.

Ligier, founded by former racing driver and rugby player Guy Ligier in 1968, will enter its new JS2 RS, a vehicle which takes its inspiration from the Ligier JS2 which finished second at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1975.

The Ligier JS2 RS features a carbon monocoque and is powered by a 3.5L Ford Ecoboost V6 engine producing 650 horsepower (subject to Balance of Performance). The JS2 RS is equipped with double wishbone suspension and a pushrod and spring damper setup. Power is delivered through a 6-speed sequential SADECV SL90-20 Eco gearbox actuated by a semi-automatic paddle-shift system.

Above: Ligier JS2 P2 (Photo: Ligier Automotive)

In conjunction with the Ligier JS2 RS’s homologation for GT2 competition, the company has announced that it will support the SRO GT Academy, joining Ginetta, Maserati and Mercedes-AMG in a programme focused on Silver-graded drivers under 30 contesting the full 2026 GT2 European Series.

“Joining the GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli is a great recognition for our brand and for our new GT,” said President of Ligier Automotive Jacques Nicolet. “With the Ligier JS2 RS, we wanted to offer a real race car – radical yet easy to handle – with reasonable running costs. Entering GT2 Europe allows us to offer a new playground for the teams and drivers who trust us and attract new ones.”

Looking at the company’s support of the SRO GT Academy, Nicolet said:

“Supporting drivers throughout their journey has always been a priority for us at Ligier Automotive. With our Ligier Junior Programme in endurance racing, we are already helping young talents take key steps forward. Joining the SRO GT Academy within the GT2 European Series is therefore a natural move for us – it’s an opportunity to continue supporting the next generation in a structured and professional environment.”

The 2026 GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli gets underway at Monza on May the 30^th.