Christoph Caspary
Iron Lynx Again With Three Silver Arrows at the 24 Hours of Le Mans
The GT3 Silver Arrows return to Le Mans in 2026 with three distinctly different characters. Between rich Mercedes history and the debut of Team Qatar, an exceptional GT3 project with international appeal is emerging at the Sarthe circuit.
70 GT3-Bolides and Thrilling Prologue
70 GT3 race cars, intensive test drives, and initial assessments: During the official prologue to the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa, teams and drivers are currently preparing for the biggest GT3 race in the world. Even before the race weekend, a high-caliber and extremely close field of participants is already indicated at Spa-Francorchamps.
Once upon a time, there was an April Fool's joke….
An April Fool's joke suddenly becomes a crowd favorite with genuine podium potential: The BMW M3 Touring 24H surprises the Nordschleife with a performance that even causes disbelieving glances in the paddock. In front of 352,000 fans, the station wagon writes its very own racing history in the Green Hell.
24h Nürburgring – 10 years is a long time!
Ten years after a special chapter, memories of another time on the Nordschleife return. Between goosebump moments, legendary vehicles, and personal stories, it becomes clear how strongly the 24h Nürburgring can shape generations.
Top Qualifying with a Surprise
A new qualifying format, two Lamborghinis at the top, and Max Verstappen within striking distance: Abt Racing impressively dominated the top qualifying, while Christopher Haase in the Audi held his ground. This sets the stage for a potential next duel.
Day's best time for the AMG GT3 after the first race day at the Nürburgring 24 Hours
Rain, fog, and standing water turned the opening stages of the 24 Hours of Nürburgring into a true test of the Eifel region. While the AMG GT3 #80 set the fastest lap time, Max Verstappen, dramatic incidents, and chaotic night-time conditions provided plenty to talk about around the Nordschleife.
24h Nürburgring – New Designs
Between Retro Optics and Factory Design: Just before the 24 Hours of Nürburgring, BMW and Prosport Racing are showing off their final looks for the Nordschleife. While the M3 Touring sports a much more serious appearance, a pixelated AMG GT3 in the style of classic video games is attracting attention in the paddock.
24h Nürburgring: BoP adjustments, prominent cancellations, and great anticipation in the paddock
New BoP classifications, prominent withdrawals, and a Mustang GT3 in a Bundeswehr design: just days before the Nürburgring 24 Hours, stories surrounding the race are intensifying. At the same time, anticipation is growing for one of the strongest starting fields in recent years.
Alternative uses are conceivable
Max Verstappen is swapping Formula 1 for the Nordschleife: The world champion is using the racing break for a highly anticipated start at the Nürburgring 24 Hours – and is already hinting that this won't be his last excursion into endurance racing.
Manthey Anniversary
30 years of Manthey, ten years of „Grello“: At this year's 24 Hours of Nürburgring, Porsche tradition meets modern design. The special anniversary livery is full of allusions to the most successful chapters of the team's history – and when it comes to sport, Manthey has only one goal in mind anyway.
24h Nürburgring 2026: Event and Weekend Tickets Completely Sold Out
The 24 Hours of Nürburgring 2026 is experiencing a historic surge in visitors: for the first time, all weekend tickets are sold out even before the race. There are no more tickets available for Saturday either – a clear sign of the enormous hype surrounding the Nordschleife.
BMW celebrates double victory
Historic success for BMW in Spa: The manufacturer celebrated its first overall victory in WEC history with a one-two finish. A race characterized by tactics, full of safety car periods, strategic duels, and fierce accidents, turned out to be the perfect dress rehearsal for Le Mans.
New Golf Project for 24h
Volkswagen R plans to return to the Nordschleife with a particularly ambitious project. Together with Max Kruse Racing, a new Golf R 24H is being created for the 2027 24h Nürburgring, which Volkswagen states will be the most spectacular Golf R of all time.
McLaren presents first design of new WEC Hypercar MCL-HY
McLaren takes the next step towards WEC entry: With the new MCL-HY, the manufacturer is showing the design of its hypercar for the 2027 season for the first time. The prototype combines modern LMDh technology with historical McLaren influences and is set to complete its first test kilometers soon.
Alex Zanardi – a fighter has left us
With Alex Zanardi, motorsport loses far more than just a successful racing driver. The Italian became one of the most inspiring personalities in sports and far beyond, thanks to his unwavering will to live and his extraordinary strength.
ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring 2026 with Record Field and High-Caliber Lineup
161 vehicles, nine manufacturers in the top class, and Max Verstappen competing for the first time: The 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours promises to be one of the most spectacular fields in recent years. Even before the race start, it's clear how much interest has grown around the Eifel classic.
First GT3 race car from China
With Great Wall Motor, a Chinese manufacturer is entering the GT3 world for the first time. The announced race car is based on a new hybrid supercar and is set to compete against established brands like Ferrari, Porsche, and McLaren in the future.
Obituary for Andreas Schall
With Andreas Schall, the Nordschleife scene loses a formative personality of endurance racing. For decades, the entrepreneur from Dornstadt was an integral part of the Nürburgring, leaving behind lasting marks with numerous successes and his passion for motorsport.
DTM season opener 2026 at the Red Bull Ring
With the season opener at the Red Bull Ring, a new chapter begins for the DTM, full of open questions and high expectations. New tires, changed driver lineups, and an extremely balanced field promise the first decisive duels for the title fight in Spielberg.
PROsport Racing Gathers Important Insights at 24h Qualifier
PROsport Racing gained important experience with the new Mercedes-AMG GT3 at the 24h Qualifier. Despite a overshadowed race weekend, the team was able to gain valuable insights on the Nordschleife for the upcoming 24 Hours of Nürburgring race.
Toyota Triumphs at Imola
Toyota celebrates a special milestone in Imola: In their 100th WEC race outing, the manufacturer achieved their 50th victory, prevailing against Ferrari after a tactical race. The duel at the front, in particular, made for a thrilling season opener of the World Endurance Championship.
Tragic accident casts a shadow over Nürburgring Qualifiers – Verstappen expresses his sadness
A serious accident overshadowed the 24 Hours of Nürburgring qualifiers, painfully bringing the dark side of motorsports into sharp focus. While positions were fought for on the track, the entire weekend was ultimately marked by sympathy and remembrance.
F1 chance for Herta: Cadillac confirms first practice session
Colton Herta gets his first real Formula 1 chance: Cadillac is deploying the American talent for the first time during a Grand Prix weekend. After his unusual move from IndyCar towards Formula 2, a possible promotion to the premier class suddenly seems within reach.
WEC Imola 2026: Giovinazzi Secures Ferrari Pole in Last Second Ahead of Toyota
Ferrari secured pole position in Imola – but only at the last second. In an extremely close Hypercar qualifying, only a few hundredths of a second separated the top cars, while Toyota, Peugeot, and Cadillac battled for the fastest time until the very end.