DTM 2026 Archives

Preining discusses his DTM future, Manthey’s Nürburgring home race and hopes of building on a strong Oschersleben weekend.

“I’m not going to hang up the boots just yet”: Preining on DTM future ahead of Manthey’s Nürburgring home race

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein16 hours ago16 hours ago010 mins

Thomas Preining heads into Manthey Racing’s home DTM weekend at the Nürburgring aiming to build on a significant turnaround in form while keeping one eye on both the championship battle and his longer-term future. The Austrian endured a difficult spell earlier in the 2026 season, but his campaign gathered momentum at Oschersleben. Preining claimed his…

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Wittmann reflects on DTM’s Class One era, GT3 growth, manufacturer diversity and stronger fan engagement ahead of 2026

Exclusive: Marco Wittmann reflects on DTM’s Class One era and praises GT3 growth

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein5 days ago6 days ago08 mins

Marco Wittmann believes the DTM has made several positive changes in recent years, despite the significant differences between the current GT3 cars and the machinery used during the Class One era. The championship has transformed both on and off the track. While the change in regulations introduced a different type of car and driving experience,…

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Grasser returns to two cars at the DTM Nürburgring after buying a new Lamborghini chassis, with a works driver set to join Bortolotti

Grasser confirms second Lamborghini for DTM Nürburgring return

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein6 days ago6 days ago03 mins

TGI Team by GRT will return to a two-car line-up for the upcoming DTM round at the Nürburgring after purchasing a new Lamborghini Temerario GT3 chassis. Team principal Gottfried Grasser confirmed the plans in an interview with Motorsport-Total.com, although the team has yet to decide which driver will join Mirko Bortolotti for the sixth round…

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Engel credits Winward strategy and pit stops for his DTM Oschersleben Race 2 podium, which strengthened his championship lead

Engel credits Winward for Race 2 podium and extends DTM championship lead at Oschersleben

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein3 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins

Maro Engel praised Winward Racing’s strategy and pit-stop execution after climbing from seventh on the grid to finish second in DTM Race 2 at Oschersleben. Engel followed his third-place finish on Saturday with another podium on Sunday, completing a strong weekend that allowed him to extend his lead in the DTM drivers’ championship. Mirko Bortolotti…

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Mirko Bortolotti won DTM Race 2 at Oschersleben, delivering the first global victory for Lamborghini’s new Temerario GT3.

DTM | 2026 Oschersleben | Race 2 | Bortolotti takes historic first victory for Lamborghini Temerario

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein3 weeks ago19 hours ago05 mins

Mirko Bortolotti claimed victory in DTM race 2 at the Motorsport Arena Oschersleben, securing the first global win for the new Lamborghini Temerario GT3. The TGI Team by GRT driver used a well-executed pit-stop strategy to rise from sixth on the grid and beat championship leader Maro Engel by 3.027 seconds. Pole-sitter Thomas Preining lost…

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Thomas Preining claimed a second DTM pole at Oschersleben Qualifying 2, beating Luca Engstler as his dominant weekend continued

DTM | 2026 Oschersleben | Qualifying 2 | Preining claims back-to-back pole starts

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Thomas Preining continued his dominant DTM weekend at the Motorsport Arena Oschersleben by securing pole position in Qualifying 2. The Manthey Porsche driver set a 1:22.400 to beat Luca Engstler by 0.105 seconds and complete a clean sweep of the weekend’s qualifying sessions. Marco Wittmann qualified third for Schubert Motorsport, while Arjun Maini and championship…

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Engstler reflects on his Oschersleben Race 1 podium, ABT’s progress and the development of Lamborghini’s new Temerario GT3 in the DTM

Engstler says Oschersleben DTM Race 1 podium felt “almost as sweet as the win”

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein3 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins

Luca Engstler believes Red Bull Team ABT made an important step forward with the new Lamborghini Temerario GT3 after he finished second in Race 1 of the 2026 DTM weekend at Oschersleben. Engstler started alongside pole-sitter Thomas Preining on the front row and lost second place to Maro Engel during the opening lap. However, a…

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Preining dominated DTM Race 1 at Oschersleben, taking his first win at the circuit as Maro Engel claimed the points lead

DTM | 2026 Oschersleben | Race 1 | Preining dominates as Engel takes championship lead

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Thomas Preining converted pole position into a commanding victory during DTM Race 1 at the Motorsport Arena Oschersleben. The Manthey Porsche driver controlled the 40-lap contest to secure his second win of the season and his first DTM triumph at the circuit. Luca Engstler finished 1.601 seconds behind in second and claimed his first podium…

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Preining claimed DTM pole in Qualifying 1 at Oschersleben, beating Luca Engstler as Manthey Porsche continued its strong weekend.

DTM | 2026 Oschersleben | Qualifying 1 | Preining continues strong form with pole

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

Thomas Preining continued his impressive form at the Motorsport Arena Oschersleben by securing pole position during DTM Qualifying 1. The Manthey Porsche driver produced a 1:21.862 during the closing minutes of Qualifying 1 to beat Luca Engstler by just 0.070 seconds. Maro Engel qualified third for Mercedes-AMG Team Winward, while Lucas Auer completed the second…

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Preining topped both DTM FP1 and FP2 at Oschersleben as Manthey Porsche secured a one-two ahead of qualifying

DTM | 2026 Oschersleben | FP1 & FP2 | Preining leads Manthey Porsche 1-2 in both practice sessions

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

Thomas Preining topped both DTM FP1 and FP2 at the Motorsport Arena Oschersleben, completing a strong Friday for Manthey Porsche. The Austrian set the fastest time of the day during FP2, while teammate Ricardo Feller finished second in both sessions. Luca Engstler ended the afternoon in third for Red Bull Team Abt, ahead of Lucas…

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