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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 Persad3 months ago3 months 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…

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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 Persad3 months ago3 months 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….

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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 Persad4 months ago4 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,…

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2026 Nürburgring 24 returns with 161-car grid, its largest in over a decade, as Verstappen headlines a stacked GT3 field.

Record grid set for 2026 Nürburgring 24 as Verstappen headlines massive entry

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

The 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours will feature its largest grid in more than a decade, with organisers confirming a 161-car entry list for the 2026 edition. The expanded field reflects a surge in global interest, driven in part by the high-profile debut of Max Verstappen. After capping entries at 150 cars in recent years, organisers…

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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 Persad4 months ago4 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,…

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New Nürburgring 24H rules introduce F1-style qualifying, enhanced safety tech, and a full 150-car grid for 2026.

New Qualifying format and full grid as innovation meets tradition at 24H Nürburgring in 2026

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

In 2026, change remains central to the philosophy of the ADAC RAVENOL 24H Nürburgring. Since its debut in 1970, organisers at ADAC Nordrhein have consistently refined the regulations to reflect technological progress while improving safety and operational efficiency. As a result, the race continues to thrive in its 54th edition. Interest has surged once again,…

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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 Persad5 months ago5 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…

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The 2026 Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) opener, the 71st ADAC Westfalenfahrt (NLS 1), was cancelled due to snow and freezing track conditions.

2026 NLS1 cancelled due to poor weather conditions

Karishma Persad5 months ago5 months ago03 mins

Officials cancelled the opening round of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) after adverse weather conditions made racing unsafe at the Nürburgring. Snowfall and freezing temperatures plaguing the 2026 opener forced organisers to call off the four-hour race, the 71st ADAC Westfalenfahrt (NLS1). The race was scheduled to start at midday local time. Low temperatures and snow…

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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 Persad5 months ago5 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…

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KCMG returns to the 2026 Nürburgring 24 with a Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo, recruiting winners Jesse Krohn and David Pittard.

KCMG target strong 2026 Nürburgring 24 return with Mercedes-AMG

Karishma Persad5 months ago5 months ago04 mins

As reported by Sportscar365, KCMG has confirmed its return to the Nürburgring 24 Hours with a Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo in 2026, marking the team’s first appearance in the race in three years. The Hong Kong-flagged squad will enter the No. 47 car in the top SP9 class while also undertaking an extensive campaign in the…

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