Jay Leno Receives His 2025 Mustang GTD from Ford CEO Jim Farley

Jay Leno's New 2025 Mustang GTD

• 💡 Jay Leno takes delivery of his highly anticipated 2025 Mustang GTD, car number 12, personally delivered by Ford CEO Jim Farley.
• 🚀 Touted as the greatest, fastest, and most powerful Mustang ever built, it represents a significant leap in performance for the brand.

Engineering for Track Dominance

• 🎯 The GTD was engineered to directly challenge European exotics like Porsche and Aston Martin, aiming for track dominance.
• ⏱️ It achieved a sub-7-minute Nürburgring time, a feat only accomplished by four cars and the first American car to do so.
• ⚡ Features a performance package including a Drag Reduction System (DRS) and nearly 2,000 pounds of downforce at high speeds.

Radical Design and Power

• 🛠️ The car boasts extensive carbon fiber components and a chassis so rigid it's compared to a full-on race car, with a 4-inch wider track width.
• ⚙️ Under the hood is a 5.2-liter Predator engine delivering 815 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque, paired with a rear transaxle for optimal weight distribution.
• ✨ A unique rear window showcases the advanced push-rod suspension and transaxle, a feature championed by Jim Farley to highlight the engineering.

High-Performance Components & Technology

• ✅ Equipped with ceramic Brembo brakes, lightweight titanium lug nuts, and 3D-printed titanium paddle shifters and shifter knob.
• 🧠 Integrates modern technology like the Sync system, CarPlay, and Google automotive services, ensuring a seamless user experience despite its exotic nature.
• 🔋 Utilizes a lithium-ion battery to support the car's extensive electronics and over-the-air updates, which require significant power.

Ford's Vision and Customer Experience

• 📈 Ford aims to bring best technology to an American muscle car, focusing on engineering and performance over marketing.
• 🤝 GTD owners receive a concierge service, ensuring personalized support and encouraging owners to drive their cars rather than just collect them.
• 🌎 The Mustang is now the best-selling sports coupe in the world, with a global presence and a commitment from Ford to always have a Mustang in its lineup.