Pirelli GT4 America has established itself as one of North America’s most compelling and competitive sports car championships. Now entering its seventh season, the series continues to build on sustained growth that has attracted a wide range of manufacturers, teams, and driver talent. Heading into 2026, the championship remains a cornerstone of SRO America, delivering tightly contested multi-class racing with consistently full grids and a level of competition that sets the benchmark for GT4 racing worldwide.
Few series offer the depth and diversity found in Pirelli GT4 America. The championship consistently draws strong interest from teams and drivers ranging from rising stars to experienced professionals, all competing within a platform designed to emphasize racecraft, execution, and consistency. This combination has positioned the series as both a premier professional championship and a proving ground for the next generation of GT competitors.
The series maintains its signature race format, featuring two 60-minute races at each event weekend, although now including only one streamlined qualifying session. Teams are composed of two drivers who share driving duties, with mandatory mid-race pit stops and driver changes introducing a key strategic component. Driver pairings are organized into three classes based on FIA driver ratings: Silver, PRO-AM, and AM. The Silver class highlights emerging professionals and elite amateurs, PRO-AM blends professional and amateur pairings, and the AM class is reserved exclusively for amateur competitors.
Class distinctions are clearly identified on track through color-coded number panels located on the side, hood, and rear bumper of each car. Silver class entries feature silver number panels, PRO-AM entries use black, and AM entries are marked in red, allowing fans to easily follow the multi-class battles throughout each race.
At the heart of the championship is the globally recognized GT4 platform, known for its accessibility and manufacturer support. Customer-focused and factory-backed programs make participation both competitive and sustainable, contributing to the consistently strong car counts and evolving storylines that define the series. At the heart of it all is the GT4 Manufacturer Ranking, a global championship in which the top two scoring entries from each eligible manufacturer contribute towards overall standings, connecting all corners of the globe.
The grid features an impressive lineup of manufacturers, including Aston Martin, BMW, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG, Toyota, and now Ford, among others. With a mix of drivetrains, chassis philosophies, and aerodynamic approaches competing under a balanced global rule set, races are decided by precision, teamwork, and strategy rather than outright technical advantage.
While sprint racing defines the championship, the calendar’s centerpiece is the Lone Star Enduro at Circuit of The Americas. Returning for its third edition in 2026, the three-hour event stands as a fan-favorite. The extended race distance adds strategic depth and complexity, providing a unique contrast to the standard sprint format and serving as a defining moment of the season.
The 2025 season delivered dramatic championship battles across all three classes, with titles ultimately decided in the final rounds at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Random Vandals Racing captured both the Silver and PRO-AM championships, while BimmerWorld secured its third AM class title in the past four seasons, further underscoring the competitiveness across the field.
HOW AND WHERE TO WATCH
Pirelli GT4 America competes at many of North America’s most iconic racing venues throughout the 2026 season, including Sonoma Raceway, Circuit of The Americas, Sebring International Raceway, Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Road America, Barber Motorsports Park, and the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Fans can follow the championship through extensive global coverage, with live streaming available on the GT World YouTube channel and SRO Motorsports Twitch. One-hour highlight packages showcasing key moments and championship storylines will be televised on FOX Sports FS1.
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