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Guide to every 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours class, from SP9 GT3 contenders to Cup, BMW, TCR and alternative-fuel entries.

Nürburgring 24 Hours 2026: class-by-class guide to the full field

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago017 mins

The 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours brings together one of motorsport’s most varied grids. This year, the race mixes GT3 heavyweights, GT4 challengers, one-make Porsche and BMW classes, modified production cars, experimental machines and alternative-fuel projects on the same 25.378km Nordschleife layout. The class guide identifies more than 20 categories, while the participant list groups each…

Fresh from BMW’s first WEC Hypercar win in 27 years at Spa, Sheldon van der Linde targets victory at the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours.

Exclusive: Sheldon van der Linde targets elusive Nürburgring victory after landmark WEC win at Spa

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago06 mins

Sheldon van der Linde arrives at the Nürburgring 24 Hours carrying significant momentum after helping BMW secure a landmark victory at the 2026 6 Hours of Spa alongside Robin Frijns and René Rast. The triumph marked BMW’s first FIA World Endurance Championship win in the Hypercar category in 27 years. The result further strengthened van…

Manthey Racing unveils a special Grello Porsche livery for the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours, marking team and design anniversaries.

Manthey unveils historic Grello Porsche tribute for 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

As reported by Sportscar 365, Manthey Racing has unveiled a special version of its famous “Grello” Porsche 911 GT3 R Evo ahead of this weekend’s Nürburgring 24, as the team celebrates two major milestones. The German squad will mark its 30th anniversary this year, while its iconic yellow-green Grello livery also reaches its tenth year….

Nürburgring 24 Hours 2026 preview explores the Green Hell’s history, challenges, huge grid and key storylines ahead of the race.

2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours | Preview

Chiara Martin1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

The Nürburgring 24 Hours returns from 14 to 17 May 2026, bringing one of motorsport’s most demanding endurance races back to the Green Hell. Few events punish drivers, teams and machinery quite like this one. Over 24 hours, pace matters, but survival often matters more. The race uses the combined Nordschleife and Grand Prix circuit,…

KCMG confirms Fukuzumi and Gamou alongside Pittard and Krohn for 2026 Nürburgring 24, aiming for a strong, consistent GT3 challenge.

KCMG completes strong line-up for 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

KCMG has finalised its driver line-up for the upcoming 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours, completing a strong four-driver roster for the demanding Nordschleife endurance classic. The Hong Kong-based outfit will field the No. 47 Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo, aiming to build on promising pace shown during the recent qualifying events. The entry combines experience and emerging talent,…

Manthey Racing confirms Estre, Preining and Güven for 2026 Nürburgring 24 as it targets a record-extending eighth victory.

Manthey targets 2026 Nürburgring 24 glory with proven Porsche trio

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Manthey Racing has confirmed a formidable driver line-up for the 2026 edition of the Nürburgring 24 Hours, as it aims to convert recent near-misses into outright victory. With two consecutive runner-up finishes in the event, the team now returns with a clear objective. As a result, expectations remain high heading into the iconic endurance race,…

Lionspeed GP returns to Nürburgring 24 with Vanthoor, Heinrich and Feller in a strong Porsche 911 GT3 R Evo line-up for 2026.

Lionspeed GP targets 2026 Nürburgring 24 Success with Porsche line-up

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago02 mins

As reported by Sportscar365, Lionspeed GP has confirmed an impressive driver line-up for its return to the Nürburgring 24, signalling clear ambitions for outright victory in the 2026 edition of the endurance classic. After a year away, the team returns stronger, combining Porsche factory talent with proven race-winning experience. Star power strengthens the entry as…

BMW will race the M3 Touring 24H at the 2026 Nürburgring 24 after an April Fools’ concept sparked huge fan interest.

BMW builds M3 Touring GT racer for 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

BMW will field a unique new race car at the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours after transforming what began as an April Fools’ joke into a real competition machine. The German manufacturer has confirmed that the BMW M3 Touring 24H will compete in the SPX invitational class during the endurance classic at the Nordschleife on May…

Renger van der Zande will drive the HWA EVO.R recreation of the Mercedes 190E EVO II in the Nürburgring 24 after testing the car.

Renger van der Zande to drive for HWA at 2026 Nürburgring 24

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

As reported by Sportscar365, Renger van der Zande will compete in the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours behind the wheel of HWA’s EVO.R, a modern recreation inspired by the iconic Mercedes 190E EVO II DTM machine from the 1990s. The Dutch driver, who currently competes in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with Acura, will take part…

Ten manufacturers, 70 cars, and a festival atmosphere – the 2026 GTWC Europe CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa promises an unforgettable experience for fans.

Ten manufacturers set to contest 2026 Crowdstrike 24 Hours of Spa in GTWC Europe

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

The 2026 CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa is shaping up to be another thrilling edition of the world’s most prestigious GT endurance race. As part of the GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS and Intercontinental GT Challenge (IGTC), the 24 Hours of Spa promises a spectacular field of competition, with 60 cars already…