McLaren Flashes Its New Super Series Flag Bearer
McLaren is at it again, teasing a new mid-engined beast that promises to push the boundaries of its Super Series. Dubbed the 788 HS, this newcomer is slated to debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on July 9, 2026. It’s positioned as the latest evolution from a lineage that includes the beloved 720S, its successor the 750S, and the track-focused 765LT. The question on everyone’s lips, of course, is whether this 788 HS is a swansong for an era, or simply another Tuesday for the Woking-based supercar manufacturer.
The initial teaser image, a shadowy glimpse of sculpted bodywork, hints at a design that builds upon McLaren’s established aerodynamic philosophy. Yet, the “HS” designation—rumored to stand for “High Specification” or perhaps “Hyper Sport”—suggests something more potent than its predecessors. McLaren has a
