Christoph Caspary
Cadillac triumphiert in Monza – Toyota sichert sich den Fahrer-WM-Titel
Cadillac beendet die WEC-Saison 2026 mit einem Sieg bei den 6 Stunden von Monza. Toyota sichert sich trotz eines schwierigen Finales den Fahrer-WM-Titel, während Manthey-Porsche in der LMGT3-Klasse triumphiert.
Fotorückblick – 21.06.2009 – FIA GT Championship Oschersleben
Eine Kollision in der ersten Kurve und ein Start, der das Kräfteverhältnis binnen Sekunden veränderte. Beim FIA GT Rennen 2009 in Oschersleben nutzte Mike Hezemans das Chaos eiskalt aus, während die Favoriten um jede Position kämpfen mussten.
Kimi Antonelli: Italiens neuer Motorsport-Held ist Formel-1-Weltmeister
Mit gerade einmal 20 Jahren hat Kimi Antonelli Formel-1-Geschichte geschrieben. Der Mercedes-Pilot sicherte sich beim Großen Preis von Mexiko vorzeitig seinen ersten Weltmeistertitel und ist damit der jüngste Champion aller Zeiten. In Italien löste sein Triumph eine Begeisterung aus, die sogar mit dem Fußball-WM-Erfolg von 2006 verglichen wird. Auch MotoGP-Legende Valentino Rossi zeigt sich beeindruckt.
Photo review – 05.08.1990 – Flugplatzrennen Fahren – Porsche Carrera Cup Germany
A damaged race car, a last-minute vehicle change and a challenging airfield course: At the Carrera Cup in Diepholz, Olaf Manthey had to prove on August 5, 1990 that even under adverse circumstances one could expect to encounter him. The unusual white Porsche 964 was about valuable points in a season that was set to write motorsport history.
Ford hypercar: Successful test debut, but development work continues
Ford is advancing the development of its new hypercar for the 2027 WEC entry. After successful initial test drives in Europe, the focus now shifts to fine-tuning the vehicle systems, further reliability tests, and expanding the testing program with a second prototype.
Toyota GR GT3: Race debut at the Super-GT final in Motegi
When Toyota enters the Super-GT final in Motegi for the first time under racing conditions with the new GR GT3, a crucial test of the ambitious project begins. Between development work and the international racing program for 2027, a driver duo is coming to the fore, which is set to mark the premiere of the new GT3 racer.
Photo review – 23.04.1995 – BPR 4 Hours of Nürburgring
A British masterpiece, a roaring BMW V12 and a paint job that wrote motorsport history. At the BPR race at the Nürburgring in 1995, the Harrods McLaren F1 GTR by Andy Wallace and Justin Bell created excitement at the highest level.
Max Verstappen introduces himself to Chris Lulham: Clear words against online hate
After the GT World Challenge Europe final in Portimão, Chris Lulham came under heavy criticism on social media. Max Verstappen reacted with strong words and made it clear where the line between legitimate criticism and personal insults for him lies.
FIA WEC: Toyota crowns itself world champion in Barcelona early
Wet track, intense positional battles and a Toyota duel right to the final meters: At the WEC debut in Barcelona, more than just the one-day victory will be decided, while Manthey Porsche makes a strong statement in the LMGT3 class.
Photo review – 14.04.1991 – AvD/MAC Racing Sports Festival
An orange Dallara F391, starting number 6, and a young driver who made the Baden Motor Speedway the scene of his triumph. Wolfgang Kaufmann created a special moment in German motorsport history during the Formula 3 race at the Hockenheimring in 1991.
Short profile of Thomas Preining
Thomas Preining gewinnt mit Manthey seinen zweiten DTM-Titel. Das Porträt über den Porsche-Werksfahrer, dem Grello und die Meisterschaftsentscheidung in Hockenheim.
Thomas Preining crowned champion of the DTM for the second time
Thomas Preining is once again DTM champion! At the season finale in Hockenheim, the Manthey driver secured third place and a controlled drive to win his second title. Maro Engel won the final race, while Mercedes-AMG celebrates its third consecutive Constructors' Championship.
Photo review – April 1, 1973 – International ADAC 300km race at Nürburgring
When the McLaren M20 driven by Helmut Kelleners in 1973 thundered through the Eifel, American Can Am met brutalism with the legendary Nordschleife. The massive Chevrolet V8, the open silhouette and the distinctive Weisberg design stand for a time when in motorsport hardly anyone thought about limits.
Petit Le Mans 2026: Porsche triumphs after dramatic finale
At Road Atlanta, the IMSA season finale became a ten-hour thriller: rain, numerous retirements, and a thrilling duel in the final stages kept the decision open until just before the finish line.
„Grello“ becomes orange: Manthey makes a statement at Petit Le Mans
At the season finale of the IMSA at Road Atlanta, „Grello“ makes an unusual splash: The legendary Manthey Porsche swaps its familiar green for orange and combines the special appearance with an action outside the racing action.
Photo review – 19th-20th October 1996 – ADAC/RGB Season Finale at Nürburgring
At the RGB season finale in 1996, Pertti Kuismanen caused a stir with a spectacular Audi 100 S4 GTO. In the pouring Eifel rain, brutal IMSA-GTO technology clashed with the special touring car trophy and made the season finale a special chapter in the history of the STT.
Spa Six Hours 2026: Dramatic GT40 victory in Spa
Until just before the finish line, the outcome of the Spa Six Hours seemed already clear, but on the Ardennes circuit the race took an unexpected turn in the final phase. A long-distance classic developed between the GT40s, the Ginetta and the Lotus, with each lap deciding the podium positions.
Toyota wins dramatic WEC finale in Fuji
A dramatic final act turned the WEC race at Fuji into a one-sided affair within minutes: Alpine looked on course for a double victory before a late safety car phase turned the strategy on its head. In the battle for victory, every decision was a risk, until the final meters decided the order.
Verstappen plans to race at the Nürburgring again in 2027 and at Spa for the first time
Max Verstappen also plans to take part in long-distance racing in 2027. After his unfortunate debut at the Nürburgring, two GT3 classics are now in focus for the Red Bull driver.
Photo review – 17–18.06.1995 – 23rd ADAC 24-hour race Nürburgring
In 1995, two Bigazzi BMW 320i collided on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, hardly a place where they could have ended up differently. While starting number 2 fought for every lap with four top-class drivers, its sister car with number 1 wrote racing history.
Goodwood Revival 2026: A journey through time with real racing
Between historic racing legends, thrilling duels, and a unique journey back in time through the golden era of motorsport, the 2026 Goodwood Revival once again created special moments. Right in the middle of it all: Frank Stippler, who battled for top positions in the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA.
Photo review – 03.08.1975 – German GP – Nürburgring
On August 3, 1975, an unusual Formula 1 adventure begins for Harald Ertl on the legendary Nürburgring-Nordschleife. In the golden Hesketh 308B with a Cosworth V8, the debutant meets the greats of the premier class and faces one of motorsport's toughest tests.
NLS Double Header: Between Photo Finish and Eifel Weather Drama
Between historic racing legends, thrilling duels, and a unique journey back in time through the golden era of motorsport, the 2026 Goodwood Revival once again created special moments. Right in the middle of it all: Frank Stippler, who battled for top positions in the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA.
DTM at the Sachsenring: Wittmann and Dörr win, Preining extends championship lead
Zwei Rennen, zwei Sieger und ein Titelkampf, der sich weiter zuspitzt: Am Sachsenring sorgten Marco Wittmann und Ben Dörr für unterschiedliche Glanzpunkte, während Thomas Preining seine Führung mit einer starken Serie verteidigte. Wechselhafte Bedingungen und taktische Entscheidungen machten das vorletzte DTM-Wochenende zu einem echten Härtetest.