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Mercedes-AMG celebrates its first victory at the 24 Hours of Nürburgring in ten years

A moment of glory in the Eifel: Mercedes-AMG has won the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring for the first time in ten years. Maro Engel, who was already part of the team during the last victory in 2016, celebrated his second overall win in the “Green Hell” in the RAVENOL Mercedes-AMG #80 and cheered with his fellow drivers Luca Stolz, Fabian Schiller, and Maxime Martin after crossing the finish line....
Mercedes-AMG celebrates its first victory at the 24 Hours of Nürburgring in ten years

17.05.2026

A moment of glory in the Eifel: Mercedes-AMG has won the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring for the first time in ten years. Maro Engel, who was already part of the team during the last victory in 2016, celebrated his second overall win in the “Green Hell” in the RAVENOL Mercedes-AMG #80 and cheered with his fellow drivers Luca Stolz, Fabian Schiller, and Maxime Martin after crossing the finish line. Until just under three and a half hours before the end of the race, Formula 1 superstar Max Verstappen had been on course for victory in his very first appearance at the 24h Nürburgring, until a driveshaft failure brought his “own” Verstappen Mercedes-AMG #3 to a halt. 352,000 spectators—more than ever before—followed the race over the four days and created a unique spectacle even off the track. “We started from 25th place, which isn’t exactly ideal. But the 24 Hours of Nürburgring isn’t always about your starting position. Thanks to Maro’s strong stints, we were able to work our way right up to the front. When I got into the car, it started to rain. That was the decisive rain shower of the race—and we made the absolutely right tire decision. “With our sister car out of the race, the battle for the win was off the table,” said Fabian Schiller. For Stolz, Schiller, and Martin—who, within the family, matched the success of his father Jean-Michel Martin from 1992—it was their first victory at the 24 Hours of Nürburgring. After Engel’s accident in Top Qualifying 3 on Friday, the quartet had started the race from 25th position. The other two podium spots were secured after a thrilling four-way battle by the #84 Abt-Lamborghini, which started from pole position with Luca Engstler, Mirko Bortolotti, and Patric Niederhauser. Due to an 86-second time penalty imposed after crossing the finish line for speeding in a Code 60 zone, they had to fight until the very last meter to keep the Walkenhorst Aston Martin #34 with Christian Krognes, Mattia Drudi, Nicki Thiim, and Felipe Fernandez Laser behind them. For both brands, it was their first podium finish at the 24 Hours of Nürburgring. The Rowe BMW #99 with Dan Harper, Max Hesse, Sheldon van der Linde, and Dries Vanthoor, and the Schubert BMW M3 Touring #81 with Jens Klingmann, Ugo de Wilde, Connor De Phillippi, and Neil Verhagen finished in fourth and fifth place, respectively. Long Double Lead for Mercedes-AMGAfter a turbulent opening phase, the two Mercedes-AMG cars #3 and #80 had already pulled away at the front early Saturday evening after timing their pit stops perfectly ahead of one of the heavier rain showers. After that, they comfortably managed the race as a “one-two” with a cushion of several minutes, only getting in each other’s way a few times. At one point, there was even contact between Verstappen and Engel at top speed on the Döttinger Höhe. After that, the two cars, driving at exactly the same pace, maintained a slightly greater “safety margin” until Dani Juncadella had to pull the Verstappen Mercedes-AMG into the pits for an extended repair. It wasn’t until the final stages that Juncadella returned to the track in the repaired Verstappen car and enjoyed the ovation from the fans, whom Verstappen had previously electrified.In addition to the RAVENOL Mercedes-AMG #80, there were other notable comebacks. Mirko Bortolotti, in the Abt Lamborghini #84, had initially fallen back behind his teammate Marco Mapelli in the Abt Lamborghini #130—who had started too early—and was lightly touched by the Mercedes-AMG #3 in the second corner; he then headed straight back to the pits before the first turn onto the Nordschleife. After changing a damaged rear tire, he chased the field from 49th place in the first starting group. In the #99 Rowe BMW, Dan Harper spun out on the Grand Prix circuit on the first lap and was knocked out of the top 30. In the end, the car was the team’s only option after the defending champions in the Rowe-BMW #1—with Augusto Farfus, Raffaele Marciello, Jordan Pepper, and Kelvin van der Linde—who had initially been in podium contention, were forced to retire that evening following a fuel supply issue.With constantly changing weather and track conditions, there were numerous accidents in the early hours of Saturday. Among those affected were Kevin Estre in the Manthey Porsche #911—beloved by fans as “Grello”—the Kondo Ferrari #45 with Thierry Vermeulen, which had been leading at one point, and Arjun Maini in the HRT Ford #64. Following the spectacular 54th edition of the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring, all fans can already mark their calendars for next year. The race will take place from May 27 to 30, 2027.

Nürburgring is auctioning off Nordschleife signs signed by 24-hour race drivers

14.05.2026

The Nürburgring is a place of deep emotional longing for motorsport fans around the world—the Nordschleife, in particular, is famous for its uniqueness, its demanding nature, and its legendary sections. It is precisely these sections that are now the focus of the “Sign for Charity” campaign. This joint initiative by the Nürburgring and the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring combines motorsport history with social commitment: A total of ten original section signs from the Nordschleife have been signed by this year’s drivers of the endurance classic and are now available for auction for a good cause through Thursday, May 21, in the official Nürburgring Online Shop. The names of these track sections are known worldwide and deeply connected to the history of the Nürburgring. Terms like Brünnchen, Pflanzgarten, or Caracciola-Karussell make the hearts of motorsport enthusiasts around the globe beat faster. The ten signs in total, which are now being auctioned off from various sections of the track, hung right next to the historic asphalt strip until the end of last season and were removed before this season for the charity campaign. They were thus a direct part of the very track that has been making motorsport history for nearly 100 years. Whether during a tourist drive through the “Green Hell,” official record-breaking runs by the automotive industry, legendary racing moments, or emotional victories—each individual sign, as a silent witness at the track’s edge, was part of the Nürburgring’s unique history. Thanks to the signatures of the drivers from this year’s 24 Hours of Nürburgring, the signs have now become unique collector’s items. Everyone has the chance to bid. The proceeds will support projects in the areas of animal welfare and family services, as well as aid organizations—all of which are based in the immediate and surrounding areas of the Nürburgring. Nürburgring employees were invited to submit their favorite projects in advance. Subsequently, the approximately 220 permanent employees of the Ring were able to cast their votes for the project of their choice. In the end, the organizations selected for support were the Mayen and Surrounding Areas Animal Welfare Association, Search Dogs & Fawn Rescue Adenau at the Nürburgring, the Kirchwald Wild Bird Sanctuary, Herzenswünsche e.V., the German Alzheimer’s Association e.V., the Market for Body and Soul (Adenau), the Support Association for Children with Cancer and Leukemia in Blankenheimerdorf e.V., the volunteer fire departments at and around the Nürburgring, and the Ronald McDonald House in Sankt Augustin. The auction has already begun and will run through Thursday, May 21, 2026, in the official Nürburgring online shop.

Fastest time of the day for RAVENOL Mercedes-AMG

14.05.2026

Typical Eifel weather dominated the first day of the 54th ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring. The #80 RAVENOL-Mercedes-AMG set the fastest time of 8:14.957 minutes in the first, somewhat drier qualifying session in the afternoon, a time that stood. The second qualifying session was marked by heavy rain at times and increasingly adverse conditions, so the frontrunner maintained a 3.112-second lead over the defending champions in the Rowe BMW #1. Third place went to the Verstappen Mercedes-AMG #3 ahead of the second Rowe BMW, the #99. For the sporting outcomes, this highlight is not yet decisive. That’s because the starting grid for the leading group will only be decided in the three-stage Top Qualifying on Friday, which will thus set the tone for the suspense of the second day at the motorsport classic.  Maro Engel, Luca Stolz, Fabian Schiller, and Maxime Martin are in the cockpit of the day’s fastest Mercedes-AMG. “We completed all the necessary laps, but of course it’s a challenge in this weather. There are sporadic showers or hailstorms here and there, and then it just gets very, very wet and very dangerous very quickly. Fabian put in a great lap. I don’t think you can read too much into the times yet. You have to wait for the top qualifying session, and I’d even say you have to wait for the race,” said DTM driver Engel. In the second-placed Rowe BMW, Jordan Pepper is supporting last year’s three winners Augusto Farfus, Raffaele Marciello, and Kelvin van der Linde. Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen is sharing his Mercedes-AMG for his 24-hour debut with current DTM drivers Lucas Auer and Jules Gounon, as well as former DTM driver Dani Juncadella. The #99 Rowe BMW is being driven by Dan Harper, Max Hesse, Sheldon van der Linde, and Dries Vanthoor. The Manthey-Porsche #911, the “Grello,” was the best non-Mercedes or non-BMW in fifth place, followed by Abt’s best Lamborghini, the #130. Among other manufacturers, the HRT-Ford #64 placed eighth and the Scherer PHX-Audi #16 placed ninth in the top 10. After Qualifying 1 in the afternoon, which had already been marked by rain for long stretches and even hail at times, conditions became even more difficult for the 161 starters during Qualifying 2 in the evening. At times, parts of the track were flooded, while elsewhere the ideal line was still dry. Drivers even reported hydroplaning at a crawl of 40 km/h. As a result, no further time improvements were possible during the night practice. Friday is going to be exciting!The second day of the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring offers fans a program where one highlight follows another. The focus: The three-stage Top Qualifying, where pole position and the best starting spots are decided in a direct duel among the strongest teams. In the first two rounds starting at 10:15 a.m., only the fastest cars advance—the massive leading group is under intense competitive pressure. It is only in the decisive Top Qualifying 3 (starting at 1:35 p.m.) that the fastest drivers will battle for pole position in individual time trials. In between, all other classes will have their final opportunity to improve their times and thus their starting positions in Qualifying 3 (12:00 p.m.)—the top teams are not eligible to participate here. Another sporting highlight is the three-hour race of the German Historic Endurance Championship (DHLM) starting at 4:00 p.m.: For the historic touring cars and GTs, this second championship round in front of the full crowd at the 24h Nürburgring is the highlight of their debut season. Finally, in the evening, there’s an exciting program for fans: No sooner have the historic cars left the track than the specialists in controlled drifting take over at the Müllenbachschleife starting at 7:30 p.m. for the Falken Drift Show. At the same time, the pit lane opens, where visitors can meet numerous drivers from the 24-hour race at the autograph session or simply walk a few meters on the beloved asphalt of the Nürburgring during the track walk. Not present at the autograph session: Max Verstappen. He has decided not to participate, a move that would otherwise likely draw a massive crowd of visitors. His team will, of course, be on site to provide fans with autograph cards.

ring°guide 24h race 2026

12.05.2026

Everything you need to know about the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring from May 14 to 17, 2026. GETTING THERE NOTE: Please follow the signs and instructions from traffic control on site. From Cologne: A1 to the end of the highway From Trier or Luxembourg: A48 to the Ulmen exit From the direction of Koblenz or Bonn: A61 to the Wehr Exit ➡️ Our tip: Carpool and ideally arrive as early as Thursday or Friday. Please plan your visit well in advance. 24h WHATSAPP CHANNEL Get all the important information about the event on the 24h WhatsApp Channel here. SCHEDULES Click here for the current schedule of the 24h Nürburgring. Click here for the fan schedule. FAN GUIDE Click here for the fan guide. MEET OUR NÜRBURGRING MASCOT LEGEND Click here for all the info on when you can meet our mascot Legend. TICKETS ℹ️ All weekend tickets for #24HNBR are sold out. Only day tickets for Thursday, Friday, and Sunday are still available. Anyone who drives to the Ring on Saturday without a ticket on a whim will not be able to purchase an admission ticket on site. Tickets are available—while supplies last—at all open box offices as well as permanently online in the web shop. PARKING INFORMATION Parking zones A1 (Avantpark), B5 and B5a, C7, and D9 are designated for day visitors at the Grand Prix circuit. Parking spaces for day visitors are available around the Nordschleife at the Adenauer Forst and across from the Brünnchen (P96) spectator area. CAMPING INFORMATION ℹ️ After the first two official arrival days, the first on-demand campsites at the Nordschleife are fully booked. Campers should please no longer drive to Brünnchen, Wippermann, Karussell, Pflanzgarten, Schwalbenschwanz, P96, P96a, P97, and P98! An important note for all visitors: To camp, you need both a ticket and a camping wristband. Those who do not have a multi-day ticket cannot use the campsites. Day visitors, however, naturally have access to all spectator areas on the Grand Prix circuit and the Nordschleife. BUS SHUTTLE TIMES Thursday | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Friday | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM Saturday | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Sunday | 12:00 AM – 6:00 PM BUS SHUTTLE ROUTES Route 1: Dorint Hotel Scharfer Kopf DSK Truck (Driver Safety Center II) Eifeldorf Hatzenbach / BMW Test Center Schwalbenschwanz Pflanzgarten Brünnchen and back Route 2: Dorint Hotel Scharfer Kopf DSK Truck (Driver Safety Center II) Quiddelbacher Höhe / Hatzenbach Breidscheid Adenau School (Adenauer Forest) Adenau Center Main Street (Zweirad Schmitz) and back STAND NOTICES ℹ️ There are plenty of seats available in the stands – please follow the instructions of the ushers regarding which stands still have capacity. Open grandstands: T3, T4 & T4a, T5-T12a Newcomer ticket grandstands: T10a and T10b OPEN GATES/ENTRANCES GRAND PRIX CIRCUIT Gate 1 (Historic paddock) Gate 11 (Stefan-Bellof-Straße) Gate 30 (Müllenbachschleife) Gate 35 (ADAC OC) Gate 37 (Hatzenbach Tunnel) T3 (BMW M Bridge) T3 (Visitor Tunnel) LIVE STREAMS Click here for the live streams. RADIO NÜRBURGRING Follow the race live on Radio Nürburgring here. FAQ Here you’ll find all frequently asked questions about the 24 Hours of Nürburgring. RING°FANSHOP Here you can find the opening hours for our fan shop.

The 24 Hours of Nürburgring kicks off the festival week

11.05.2026

The Eifel region is filling up: The first-come, first-served campsites around the Nürburgring have been open since Monday morning, and the first fans have already set up camp at the world’s most beautiful race track. This finally marks the start of the festival week at the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring, which is set to become the gathering place for the international endurance racing scene. Even before the first wheels start turning, everything points to an extraordinary weekend: Advance ticket sales were so strong that all multi-day tickets for the 24h were sold out in advance; currently, only day tickets for Thursday, Friday, and Sunday are still available. Very high visitor traffic is expected around the Ring this weekend, and anyone without a ticket valid for Saturday (two-, three-, or four-day ticket) should under no circumstances drive to the Ring on Saturday on a whim. All information and tickets are available here. All important links and information at a glanceFrom a sporting perspective, the 2026 race is taking place under special circumstances. Max Verstappen, one of the most successful Formula 1 drivers of our time, will be competing in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring for the first time. The Dutchman will be driving the Mercedes-AMG Team Verstappen Racing GT3 alongside Lucas Auer, Jules Gounon, and Daniel Juncadella. His debut is drawing worldwide attention, but it’s only part of the story: With 161 entries, the largest starting field in over a decade is expected. In the SP9 class, which is eligible for the overall victory, Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Ford, Lamborghini, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG, and Porsche are represented—nine brands that promise an extraordinary level of competition at the top. Starting grid of GT3 heavyweightsIn addition to Verstappen’s car, the favorites include the defending champions from Rowe Racing (BMW), Manthey with the Porsche 911 GT3 R, the strong Audi team from Scherer PHX, Lamborghini teams such as Abt, the Mercedes-AMG lineup, HRT with the Ford Mustang GT3, and other top international teams. The fact that the event is once again part of the Intercontinental GT Challenge also adds to the competitive pressure, attracting further strong international participants. Pre-race highlight: New Top Qualifying formatTop Qualifying on Friday offers a first glimpse of the battle for the top spots. In the new, three-stage format, the fastest teams in the top classes will battle it out for the best starting positions—leading up to the final showdown for pole position and the front row. Given the extremely close competition in the GT3 field, this battle alone is likely to be one of the sporting highlights of the race weekend. Action not just in the fight for overall victoryIt is precisely the multiclass racing that defines the character of the 24 Hours of Nürburgring. While GT3 cars battle for overall victory at the front, numerous other classes are competing for their own wins and podium finishes. GT4 cars, Cup Porsches, production cars, and many more share the 25.378-kilometer combination of the Nordschleife and Grand Prix circuit. It is precisely this mix of factory racing, world stars, Nordschleife specialists, and ambitious privateer teams that makes the 24 Hours of Nürburgring so appealing. Festival atmosphere at the Ring – and at homeThe official kickoff for the fan program takes place on Wednesday with Adenauer Racing Day. This is followed by four days of motorsport action featuring the RCN, two rounds of the Touring Car Legends series, and the three-hour second round of the German Historic Endurance Championship. Around the Nordschleife, the atmosphere is defined by a unique festival vibe with creative fans in high spirits. Especially around the Start/Finish area, visitors will also find many fan highlights in the paddock and on the ring°boulevard. Up-to-date information on the program, schedule, travel, parking, and spectator areas is available at 24h-rennen.de, on the 24h Nürburgring WhatsApp channel (24h-rennen.de/whatsapp), and in the digital 24h Event Guide (maps.24h-rennen.de). Live Marathon BroadcastEven if you can’t be there in person, you won’t miss a thing. NITRO will broadcast the race live and in full on free-to-air TV. In addition, the official website at www.24h-rennen.de/live offers a central info hub with a live stream, in-car views, live timing, a ticker, and plenty of other useful information. The race starts on Saturday, May 16, at 3:00 p.m. From then on, it’s 24 hours of full throttle in the legendary Green Hell—at the race of the year!

#24HNBR: Weekend tickets are sold out – only day tickets for Thursday, Friday, and Sunday are still available

10.05.2026

What had already been becoming apparent in recent days has now become a reality: All multi-day tickets for the 24h Nürburgring have already been sold out in advance; as of now, only single-day tickets for Thursday, Friday, and Sunday are available. These can be ordered online or purchased on-site. For Saturday, this means: Anyone who does not yet have a ticket valid for Saturday (two-, three-, or four-day ticket) should under no circumstances drive to the Ring on Saturday on a whim. This also applies to campers who have not yet ordered a multi-day admission ticket. The reasons for this necessary restriction lie primarily in the limited capacity of parking lots and camping areas at the Grand Prix circuit and the Nordschleife. The congested traffic situation on the few access roads to the Ring also means that no additional visitors can be accommodated, especially on Saturday. “We are, of course, delighted by the overwhelming support from long-time and new fans, who have literally flooded us this year,” explains 24h Race Director Walter Hornung. “At the same time, however, we are naturally working closely with the Nürburgring and the authorities to ensure an orderly and safe experience for all visitors. That is why, for the first time in the 24h Nürburgring’s more than 50-year history, we had to limit the number of tickets.” ➡️ Anyone who wants to be on the safe side and ensure they get at least a day ticket for Thursday, Friday, or race Sunday should secure their ticket as soon as possible here.

Insight - What the Nordschleife and the 24 Hours of Nürburgring Mean for the Automotive Industry

08.05.2026

What role does the 24 Hours of Nürburgring play for companies in the automotive industry? The answer lies not only between the starting grid and the checkered flag, but above all in the development work that precedes the big event. Because before the battle for positions begins at the ADAC RAVENOL 24 Hours of Nürburgring, the Nordschleife serves as the central testing ground for performance under real-world extreme conditions—and at the same time as the interface between development, motorsports, and production vehicles. The unique combination of length, track characteristics, and weather conditions makes the Nordschleife a place where motorsports, industry, and product development are directly intertwined. What is proven here stands the test not only in competition—but also on the road. “The 24 Hours of Nürburgring is one of the most important motorsports events worldwide”Christoph Sagemüller, Mercedes-AMG Motorsport For Mercedes-AMG Motorsport, the 24 Hours of Nürburgring is far more than just a single event. “The 24-hour race at the Nürburgring is one of the most important motorsport events worldwide for us—not only historically, but above all strategically,” explains Christoph Sagemüller, Head of Mercedes-AMG Motorsport. What matters most is not just the result, but performance under real-world conditions: “Overall victories like those in 2013 and 2016 are clear proof of our brand’s performance.”The foundation for this is laid on the track itself. The Nordschleife is considered the ultimate endurance test—and a development platform at the same time. “What works here works under almost all conditions,” says Sagemüller. The insights gained there flow directly into production vehicles—for example, in the areas of driving dynamics, durability, and performance under extreme conditions. Motorsport and production are closely intertwined in this process: “Our goal is to credibly bring performance from the racetrack to the road.” Testing and development work for the performance brand therefore takes place on various levels. As part of the Nürburgring’s official test and development runs, AMG spends up to 17 weeks a year on the Nordschleife. One of the most spectacular results of this work: the Mercedes-AMG ONE—to this day, the fastest production vehicle on the 20.832-kilometer-long Nordschleife as part of the Nürburgring’s official record runs. Also developed on this legendary asphalt: the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO, the so-called “Beast of the Green Hell.” To this day, experienced race car drivers pilot visitors from all over the world around the Nordschleife in this vehicle as part of the Nürburgring’s co-pilot drives—a direct translation of development into a tangible brand experience. “An oil brand that performs on the Nordschleife is more than suitable for everyday use”Martin Huning, RAVENOL  For suppliers as well, the Nordschleife and test and development drives are a central part of their work. RAVENOL uses the track specifically to test and optimize products under real-world conditions.  “We are constantly developing new products and want to test them exactly where they will later be used,” explains Martin Huning, Director of Motorsport at RAVENOL. The Nürburgring is far more than just a test track: “Everyone knows about the special challenges of the Nordschleife. An oil brand that performs here is more than just suitable for everyday use.” The close connection between testing and competition is particularly evident in the context of the 24 Hours of Nürburgring. As a title partner, RAVENOL is firmly established and supports a large portion of the vehicles in the legendary race. “In addition to a well-coordinated team and experienced drivers, what’s needed above all is a reliable overall package—and that includes the right operating fluids,” says Huning. “The Nordschleife tests the vehicle, driver, and tires all at once”Alexander Kühn, Goodyear  Goodyear shares a similar perspective, as its tires must prove their performance under extreme conditions. For the tire manufacturer, consistency is the top priority at the 24 Hours of Nürburgring. “It’s not about delivering maximum performance for a few laps, but about building reliability and trust over 24 hours,” explains Marco Lo Prato, Manager of Global Communications – Racing at Goodyear. The Nordschleife serves as a “living laboratory” where technologies must prove themselves under real-world extreme conditions. “It tests everything at once—the car, the driver, and the tires,” says Lo Prato. It is precisely these demands that make the Nürburgring a benchmark that extends far beyond motorsports: “The insights from racing flow directly into our production products. What works here builds trust—even in everyday life.” The Nordschleife as a benchmark for development It is no coincidence that even experienced teams and manufacturers return to the Nordschleife every year for targeted testing. With its 73 turns, ascents, and descents, as well as a varied mix of technical sections and high-speed stretches, the Nordschleife constantly presents new challenges for drivers, vehicles, and technology. Added to this is the unique challenge of the 24 Hours of Nürburgring itself: heavy traffic with vehicles of vastly different performance classes, changing conditions day and night, and a race distance that demands the highest precision and reliability.“The Nordschleife presents new demands every year, which is why targeted preparation is essential,” emphasizes Sagemüller. The same principle applies to everyone involved: Success is not achieved during the 24 Hours of Nürburgring, but in the weeks and months leading up to it—on the track, during testing, and through continuous development. This makes it clear: The 24 Hours of Nürburgring is not only a sporting highlight but also the most visible culmination of a comprehensive development process. The Nordschleife serves as the interface between motorsports, industry, and production vehicles—a victory at the 24 Hours of Nürburgring and a successful record-breaking run stand for one thing above all else: global recognition and visibility. Or, as has always been said in the context of development work:“Everyone praises what has been tested at the Nürburgring.”

Taycan Turbo GT with Manthey kit sets new record in 6:55.533 minutes

07.05.2026

With a new lap record on the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife, the new Manthey kit impressively demonstrates its dynamic qualities: The GT electric sports car equipped with it completed the 20.832-kilometer circuit in the Eifel region in 6:55.533 minutes with Porsche development driver Lars Kern at the wheel—making it over nine seconds faster than the previous record holder in the luxury electric vehicle class. At the same time, Lars Kern beat his own record—set in October 2023 in a Taycan Turbo GT with the Weissach Package—by twelve seconds. All record drives and further information Onboard through the Green HellThe record lap of the Taycan Turbo GT mit Manthey Kit is now available on the Nürburgring YouTube channel. The onboard footage from the cockpit of the vehicle offers the opportunity to relive this fantastic lap. Information about the official “Nürburgring record laps”The following principle applies to all drives: one track, one complete lap, one time – according to uniform standards. In addition to timekeeping with calibrated measuring technology, official record attempts and attempts to achieve a lap time are always accompanied by a notary. In addition to monitoring the timekeeping, the vehicle is also inspected. TÜV Rheinland checks for standard conformity and documents this. The exact length of the track and the start and finish lines are precisely defined. A full lap of the Nordschleife is driven and measured with a flying start (20.8 kilometers). The vehicle categories for record drives and official lap times at the Nürburgring are divided into different segments by the Federal Motor Transport Authority and specially defined special classes.

ADAC RAVENOL 24 Hours of Nürburgring, May 14–17, 2026: First ticket categories sold out – be sure to secure your 24-hour tickets in advance!

07.05.2026

24h fans, take note! Demand—especially for Saturday of the 24h weekend—is so high that the first ticket categories are already sold out. The weekend ticket (Friday / Saturday / Sunday) and the race ticket (Saturday / Sunday) are no longer available. The event ticket category (Thursday – Sunday) is also filling up fast: only 7,500 tickets remain (as of Thursday, May 7). Anyone who wants to experience the 24h Nürburgring live on site should therefore secure their ticket as soon as possible here. In addition to the four-day ticket, single-day tickets for Thursday, Friday, and Sunday are still available. However, anyone who drives to the Ring on Saturday without a ticket, hoping for the best, will no longer be able to buy one! To alleviate congestion on Saturday—the most popular day at the 24h Nürburgring, especially given the traffic situation—the organizers have a big request for all fans: Carpool if possible, arrive very, very early on Saturday, or—even better—use the event ticket to head to the Ring as early as Thursday or Friday. Those who were actually planning just a day trip to the Ring can experience racing action on the Nordschleife until late in the evening on Corpus Christi Thursday. Sunday, with the finish at 3:00 p.m., also offers not only a great racing program but also a more relaxed journey.