November 10th, 2026 – Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA has received the 2026 DHL Sustainable Endurance Award in the Hypercar category. The award recognises the team’s outstanding sustainability initiatives over the course of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship.
Inaugurated in 2023 as a joint initiative between FIA WEC, the Automobile Club de l’Ouest and the world championship’s official logistics partner, DHL, the annually-presented accolade evaluates competitors across six core areas – Sustainability Strategy, Environmental Commitment, Responsible Economy, Social Commitment, Communication and Carbon Footprint.
Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA’s entry was praised for its responsible procurement policy incorporating environmental, social and ethical criteria, its robust logistics framework, its progress monitoring and its in-depth approach to hospitality, featuring the reuse of structures, updated menus, local sourcing, reusable equipment and the donation of surplus food.
The accolade follows Cadillac Racing being honoured with the Sustainable Endurance Award in June, for measurable sustainability actions, operational credibility and community impact at Le Mans.
Key achievements for Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA in 2026 include;
- Reducing the estimated carbon footprint of the shared hospitality menu to 6.49 kg CO₂e per meal in 2026, down from 7.13 kg in 2024, through three years of data-led menu design
- Moving 57% of our intercontinental freight by weight by sea in 2025 (we estimate a similar share for 2026)
- Dispensing 13,200 litres of drinking water through the refill stations operated at the 2026 24 Hours of Le Mans
- Hosting 78 ninth-grade students from Del Valle High School in our garage at Lone Star Le Mans, as part of a two-day STEM programme supported by the FIA WEC
- FIA 3 Star Environmental Accreditation awarded to the team’s Environment Policy, the highest level possible
What they’re saying:
Keely Bosn, Cadillac Racing Programme Manager; “Winning the 2026 FIA WEC DHL Sustainable Endurance Award is a proud moment for Cadillac and JOTA. The judges recognized practical steps taken by Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA and our partners. Small details matter in racing, and we feel the same way about sustainability. Reusable bottles and a lower-meat menu in hospitality are small things, but they, amongst other things, add up over a full season.”
“Our STEM programme is something we are very proud of and has continued to make a positive difference this year, with a highlight bringing 78 students to COTA to spend time with the different departments of the race team.”
“This award reflects action, not just intent, and we will continue to strive to make changes that have tangible effects. This award is a truly team effort – thank you to everyone whose work helped us earn this recognition.”
David Clark, JOTA Team Owner & Co-Founder; “To be recognised with the DHL Sustainable Endurance Award at Le Mans was a fantastic achievement, but to now receive this recognition across the entire FIA World Endurance Championship season is something we’re particularly proud of.
“As a team, we’ve always believed in constantly challenging ourselves to improve, both on and off the track. Competing at the highest level of endurance racing comes with significant logistical and operational challenges, but we have a responsibility to look at how we do things and where we can make positive changes. Often it’s the smaller, practical decisions that, when embraced by the whole team over the course of a season, can make a real difference.
“This award is a reflection of the commitment of everyone at Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA, and the strength of our partnership with Cadillac, General Motors and all those who have supported these initiatives. We’re proud of what we’ve achieved together, but we also recognise there’s always more we can do, and we’ll continue to look for ways to build on this progress.”
Carlos Fernandes, Head of Motorsport for global logistics leader, DHL; “Sustainability is a shared responsibility, and motorsport can play an important role in driving positive change. Together with the ACO and FIA WEC, we want to encourage and recognise teams that turn this ambition into tangible action. The DHL Sustainable Endurance Award is a great way to highlight these efforts and give innovative sustainability initiatives the recognition they deserve.”
FIA WEC Marketing and Communication Director, Marius Louvet; “First and foremost, I would like to congratulate all of our competitors for their focus on sustainability. Since the introduction of the DHL Sustainable Endurance Award three years ago, we have been impressed by the ever-increasing efforts made throughout the paddock to adapt processes and procedures to reduce environmental impact and promote good practice.
“As a championship, we have worked hard in this area, and we have been pleased to see teams engage so enthusiastically with activities such as our partnership with the Italian Red Cross at Imola, the food bank initiative in Austin and ‘Race Against Dementia’ at Fuji. Taking everything into account, Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA stood out in particular this season for their commitment to CSR, making them hugely deserving winners of the 2026 DHL Sustainable Endurance Award.”
To download our 2026 media materials, please visit: https://tracksideracingnews.egnyte.com/fl/Cvbw4pWh37QJ
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