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,…
Thomas Preining made the perfect start to his 2026 DTM campaign, as he claimed victory in Race 1 at the Red Bull Ring in front of a home crowd. The Austrian led a dominant 1-2 for his country, finishing ahead of Lucas Auer, while pole-sitter Maro Engel completed the podium. Preining controlled the race when…
Thomas Preining began his DTM 2026 preparations at the Red Bull Ring, as the Austrian used the pre-season test to build momentum ahead of the new campaign. Returning to action after a long winter break, he approached the sessions with a clear focus on laying the groundwork for the season opener at his home circuit….
The weekend at the Nordschleife for the 2026 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers unfolded under contrasting circumstances, blending competitive action with a deeply sobering atmosphere across the paddock, including the Manthey Racing crew. They faced a demanding programme shaped by limited preparation time, changing track conditions, and the pressure of executing across multiple sessions. However, the sporting…
The 2026 DTM season finally gets underway this weekend at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, Austria, as the fastest circuit on the calendar plays host to the first two races of the year from 24 to 26 April. Two home favourites headline the entry list, a new fan feature launches, and a packed support…
Lionspeed GP has strengthened its ambitions for the 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS season by signing Porsche factory driver Thomas Preining. The Austrian will join the team’s Pro class effort, driving the No. 80 Porsche 911 GT3 R Evo in the Endurance Cup alongside Ricardo Feller and Bastian Buus. This move…
Thomas Preining and Ricardo Feller will spearhead Manthey’s DTM campaign in 2026. The team enters the season on the back of a triple title success in 2025. Preining continues in the No. 91 Porsche 911 GT3 R for his fourth consecutive year with the squad. He has already secured six victories and ten additional podium…
The 2025 DTM season did not allow a simple storyline to take hold. No driver controlled the championship for long. Instead, the series rewarded sustained management across 16 races, where raw speed mattered as much as tyre use, pit timing, and the ability to absorb pressure without blinking. From the opening round through to the…
