Ford just let the internet get a peek at its next Mustang temptation, and it happened in a very 2026 way: not at a press conference, but in a slick Red Bull video packed with race cars, heritage moments, and a surprise reveal. The star of the clip is Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen, and the car he’s shown driving is the new Mustang Dark Horse SC, a name that signals this is more than a graphics package or a minor trim shuffle.

Even without a full spec sheet, the Dark Horse SC looks like it is aiming straight at track-day regulars and the “I want the mean one” crowd. The front end appears more aggressive, the ride height sits lower, and there’s a bigger rear wing that looks ready to earn its keep at speed. Ford also appears to be leaning into lightweight hardware with custom carbon fiber wheels, which is usually a sign the engineers are chasing lap times and not just parking-lot presence.

Then there’s the sound. The standard Mustang Dark Horse already brings serious heat with a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 rated at 500 horsepower, but the SC’s soundtrack in the video hints at something extra. Many are hearing the telltale whine and bite of forced induction, and the idea of a supercharged Dark Horse instantly raises the stakes. Ford has not confirmed what “SC” stands for yet, but the two-letter add-on sure feels like it’s meant to separate this car from the regular Dark Horse in a big way.

For now, Ford is keeping the details close to the chest, but the message is loud and clear: this is positioned as the most advanced and track-capable Dark Horse yet. If the final numbers and hardware match the attitude, the Dark Horse SC could land in a sweet spot for enthusiasts who want something sharper than a GT and more focused than the current Dark Horse, without going all the way to the ultra-exclusive stuff. We should know a lot more once Ford lifts the curtain on the full reveal, and based on this teaser, it sounds like the wait will be worth it.