Team TGM Charges Into 2026 Michelin Pilot Challenge with the Mustang GT4
In the high-octane world of IMSA racing, standing still is the same as going backward. For a team that’s known nothing but the top step of the podium, the only move is forward. And for Team TGM, that means saddling up with a true American icon. After a dominant run with Aston Martin that saw them clinch multiple championships, Ted Giovanis’s powerhouse squad is making a monumental shift.
Get ready to see the familiar blue and orange of Team TGM draped over the snarling, aggressive lines of the Ford Mustang GT4 for the 2026 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge season. It’s a partnership that feels like destiny, a proven championship team joining forces with a manufacturer whose DNA is woven with victory.
The Winning Formula Stays Intact
While the machinery is changing, the heart and soul of Team TGM remain. Fans can breathe a sigh of relief knowing the tried-and-true driver lineup is locked in. The legendary duo of team owner Ted Giovanis and Hugh Plumb will continue their title-winning campaign in the No. 64 Mustang. These two are coming off a spectacular second consecutive Bronze Cup title, a season so dominant that they landed on the podium in every single race. That’s not just consistency; that’s a statement.
In the sister No. 46 entry, the formidable pairing of Matt Plumb and Paul Holton is back to hunt for another championship. With Matt Plumb entering the season as a reigning GS class Drivers’ Champion, the expectation isn’t just to compete; it’s to conquer. The blend of veteran savvy and raw speed across these two cars is a recipe for success that other teams should fear.
“We have accomplished a lot,” Giovanis reflected, with the quiet confidence of a man who has two GS Driver, two Team, and two Bronze Championships to his name. “But now, we are turning the page and eagerly looking to work with a great manufacturer like Ford. They have tons of resources, dedication, and the drive to win, as do we.”
Why the Switch to the Mustang?
For Team TGM, this move is about more than just a new car; it’s about aligning with a legacy. The Ford Mustang GT4 isn’t just a contender. It’s a proven champion on a global scale. Since its debut, the platform has collected trophies on four different continents, including right here in IMSA. It’s a car built to win, and Team TGM knows how to do it.
Hugh Plumb, a man who has battled against these very Mustangs, put it perfectly. “As much as I hate the saying ‘if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em,’ I could not feel more confident to become a part of a team that has such a winning legacy.”
The excitement is palpable throughout the paddock. For Matt Plumb, it’s simple: “This partnership with Ford Racing and Multimatic Motorsports with the new Ford Mustang GT4 is an incredible step towards making this happen. I am really looking forward to getting behind the wheel.”
More Than Just Racing: The Mission Off the Track
The roaring engines and checkered flags tell only part of the story. The true mission of Team TGM is etched into every panel of their cars with the #DrivingResearch hashtag. Ted Giovanis’s work through the Jayne Koskinas Ted Giovanis (JKTG) Foundation for Health and Policy is a relentless pursuit of a different kind of victory, the fight against cancer.
“In racing, it is important from an engineering perspective to understand the car,” Giovanis explained. “In cancer research, things are no different… We need this type of understanding before developing therapeutics to treat the cancer.”
Final Thoughts
The dual purpose of running in the Michelin Pilot Challenge and supporting the fight against cancer gives Team TGM a profound sense of mission. Every victory on the track fuels the critical research in the lab. It’s a powerful synergy, uniting the grit and determination of motorsport with the hope and innovation of medical science.
Partnering with an all-American brand like Ford only strengthens that narrative, creating a team that embodies the best of American ingenuity, both on and off the track. The 2026 season can’t get here soon enough.
