25.04.2025
May is just around the corner and brings with it a packed program of premieres, horsepower action, and an anniversary race in the Eifel region. There will be a brand-new event for tourist drivers and car enthusiasts during the Green Hell Driving Days, thrilling races on the legendary Nordschleife in the Nürburgring Endurance Series and the 24h Qualifiers, a running anniversary at the Hotfoot Run, and a wide range of motorsport on the Grand Prix circuit. In May, the Nürburgring will once again show its versatile side. The events in May 2025 in detail: Ring Drivers' Convention powered by Goodyear | May 1 to 2A new highlight for all drivers and fans of the Nürburgring is celebrating its premiere: The Ring Drivers' Convention powered by Goodyear will be the meeting place for tourist drivers, fans, and car enthusiasts. The venue for this high-powered event is the ring°carré directly opposite the ring°boulevard. On May 1 and 2 (May 1, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; May 2, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.), the ring°carré will be transformed into a world of experience with a large vehicle and manufacturer mile featuring renowned exhibitors (including Mercedes-AMG, BMW, Ford, Raeder Motorsport, Eibach, H&R, Caterham), exciting stage talks (including DTM champion Maximilian Götz), meet & greets with influencers, and competitions. Refreshments will be available during the petrol-fueled discussions. The Ring Drivers' Convention will be rounded off by the bigFM PartyNight on Thursday evening and the opening of a new photo point. Admission is free. Green Hell Driving Days | May 1 to 4 Parallel to the Ring Drivers' Convention, the Green Hell Driving Days offer ample opportunity to experience the fascination of the Nordschleife for yourself. The “Green Hell” is open on four days (Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.). During the tourist drives, anyone can take the legendary 20.832 kilometers under their own wheels and experience the myth for themselves. Advance online registration on the Nürburgring website will reduce waiting times on site. Hotfoot Run powered by HOLY | May 10The Hotfoot Run powered by HOLY celebrates its 15th anniversary at the Nürburgring on May 10. The unique obstacle course promises an entertaining mix of mud, foam, fun, and sport. Thousands of participants will battle their way through the obstacles of a newly designed course, the core of which forms the Müllenbachschleife of the Grand Prix circuit for the first time. Whether you are an ambitious athlete or a fun-loving group of runners, the Hotfoot Run has a route length to suit everyone. There are eight, twelve, and 24 kilometers to choose from. For the first time, there will be a Family Edition: a 6-kilometer lap for families with children aged 12 and over. For information and registration, visit: hotfootrun.de ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie | May 10 While some are conquering the Nürburgring in an obstacle course, others are racing through the Green Hell in motorized vehicles. The third race of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie promises another diverse field of starters. From lightning-fast GT3 cars to production-based touring cars, everything will be represented this Saturday. For over four hours, professionals and amateurs will battle it out for position on the combination of the sprint version of the Grand Prix circuit and the Nordschleife. Spectators can follow the action from the open grandstands or visit the popular sections of the track along the Nordschleife. The ticket for €25 (children under 14 free) includes access to all spectator areas, the paddock, and the starting grid before the race. The Nürburgring mascot “Legend” will also be on hand for a souvenir photo or two. ADAC 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers | May 23 to 25The ADAC 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers are the decisive dress rehearsal for the 24-hour race one month later. From May 23 to 25, the top teams in endurance racing will fine-tune their vehicles and strategies. The format of the qualifiers is intense: after setup runs on Friday, there are two separate four-hour races on Saturday and Sunday, which again count towards the Nürburgring Endurance Series standings. Fans will experience the impressive GT3 cars from many manufacturers and all their pursuers at the limit. In the run-up to the event, on Saturday, May 24, there will be a round of the Rundstrecken-Challenge Nürburgring (RCN), the popular amateur racing series on the Nordschleife. Tickets for the qualifying weekend are available from €25 (day ticket) or €39 (weekend), and VIP packages are also available. DMV Goodyear Racing Days | May 30 to June 1The DMV Goodyear Racing Days offer an impressive range of racing action. Over a dozen different racing series will be on the starting line, ensuring a varied program. These include the BMW Challenge, the NES GP, the BMW 318ti Cup, the Classic Masters, the STGT Super Touring & GT Cup, the Porsche Club Historic Challenge, the Porsche Racing Cup Holland, and the ADAC Historic Cups for touring cars and formula cars. Here, modern racing cars meet fascinating classics – a feast for every racing fan at fair admission prices (day ticket from €12, weekend €32, discounts for young people). Events at the Nürburgring – May 2025: 01. - 02.05.2025: Ring Drivers' Convention powered by Goodyear 01. - 04.05.2025: Green Hell Driving Days (Touristenfahrten Nordschleife) 10.05.2025: Hotfoot Run powered by HOLY 10.05.2025: ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie - Rennen 3 23. - 25.05.2025: ADAC 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers (mit RCN) 30.05. - 01.06.2025: DMV Goodyear Racing Days
24.04.2025
The new Porsche 911 GT3 has set an impressive lap time on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. Factory driver and Porsche brand ambassador Jörg Bergmeister completed the 20.832-kilometer circuit in 6:56.294 minutes. The lap was conducted under notarial supervision and with street-legal Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires. All record drives and further information The vehicle used was equipped with the optional Weissach package and had a six-speed manual transmission. The 911 GT3 is powered by a 4.0-litre high-revving naturally aspirated engine with 375 kW (510 hp). The time achieved is more than three seconds faster than that of the previous model with PDK. Onboard through the Green HellThe record lap of the Porsche 911 GT3 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.
23.04.2025
The first ADAC Ruhrpott-Trophy takes place this Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event, organized by ADAC Westfalen and MSC Ruhr-Blitz-Bochum, marks the second of ten rounds in the 2025 ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie. The race lineup is literally a full house of aces and kings—the preliminary entry list features 140 entries. And there’s more than just the race to talk about: a variety of topics deserve more than a footnote. The support program also impresses with auto and youth kart slalom, offering variety and entertainment. Tickets for the race are available from €25 at VLN.de/tickets. Admission is free for children up to 14 years of age. For those unable to attend in person, the entire race day will be livestreamed here. Cars from 16 different manufacturers will be driven by 357 drivers from 28 nations, including 17 super sports cars in the GT3 SP9 class. Two teams will be entering the "top class" of NLS for the first time this year. Scherer Sport PHX, which has achieved numerous successes with Audi in recent years, is fielding a Porsche 911 GT3 R for the first time. “Entering the top class with a new brand is a challenge we gladly accept,” says team boss Ron Moser. “We’ve put a lot of work into preparing our team for the 911 GT3 R. NLS2 is the next step, where we’ll face competition for the first time. The goal is clear: we want to fight for top positions.” Drivers Patric Niederhauser and Patrick Pilet will alternate at the wheel for Scherer. Hankook Competition is also kicking off their season in the Eifel with a Porsche. Pseudonym drivers ‘JK’ from South Korea and ‘Recardo’ from the Netherlands will share the cockpit with Marco Holzer, who claimed an NLS victory back in 2011. Walkenhorst Motorsport has expanded its entry. The team from Melle near Osnabrück is fielding three Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo cars for the second race—one in the SP9-Pro category with drivers Christian Krognes and Mattia Drudi. In addition, Walkenhorst has a treat for fans of British super sports cars: Niklas Abrahamsen and Hermann Vortkamp will debut the new Aston Martin Vantage GT4 model, presented last year, on the Nordschleife. Green racing in the Green Hell: Notable addition to the AT classA sustainable project will make its debut at the ADAC Ruhrpott-Trophy: Manthey and the Griesemann Group will field the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport M for the first time in the Green Hell. The car will compete on the Nürburgring Nordschleife powered by synthetic gasoline made from methanol. This fuel is produced as part of the DeCarTrans project, a research initiative at TU Bergakademie Freiberg supported by the German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport. The fuel belongs to the eFuels category and can be used in existing combustion engines without modifications (drop-in). Based on the Clubsport race car used in GT4 series worldwide, the 'M' model features lightweight construction and optimized aerodynamics. Manthey is using recycled CFRP components from a pre-development project with Porsche Motorsport for testing. “Motorsport and sustainability are not mutually exclusive – and together with Manthey, we’re taking the next step this year. Our experience with eFuels, combined with Manthey’s racing expertise, shows that performance without compromise is possible—while keeping the motorsport atmosphere,” says Björn Griesemann, who is debuting the car with his brother Georg. “The trust of our partners means the world to me, and I’m thrilled about our new car. Driving a Manthey Porsche on the Nürburgring is the fulfillment of a childhood dream.” In the AT class, the Griesemann Cayman will face strong competition. The local heroes from Four Motors, including rapper Smudo and Tom von Löwis, have been advancing sustainability in the Nordschleife championship for years. They are fielding a Porsche 911 GT3 Cup and two 718 Cayman GT4 CS cars. Max Kruse Racing is entering no fewer than six biofuel-powered racers, including another 911, two Volkswagen Golf VII, a Golf GTI Clubsport 24h, and two Audi RS3s. Giving up is not an option: Robert Wickens makes another attemptLast year, he didn’t manage to secure his permit in time for the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring. This year, Robert Wickens is trying again—because giving up is not an option for him. The 36-year-old Canadian, best known to German fans from his DTM years as a Mercedes-AMG works driver, has been paraplegic since an IndyCar crash in 2018. In 2022, he returned to racing in the U.S. in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge with a Hyundai Elantra N TCR. His comeback in Germany came in last year’s season opener. Unfortunately, an accident cut his race short, though he escaped uninjured. As a result, he couldn’t complete the required laps for the DMSB Permit Nordschleife. “I tried last year and failed,” Wickens recently shared with fans on Instagram. “Now I’m trying again. I’m racing in NLS to get my permit, so my dream of competing in the 24h Nürburgring this year can finally come true.” Wickens shares the Elantra from Bryan Herta Autosport, equipped with a hand-control system, with American driver Michael Lewis. Spectacular comeback: Ralf Schall is back for moreHe’s one of the most successful drivers in the history of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie. Ralf Schall has racked up 105 class wins, putting him fourth on the all-time list in the 49-year history of the series, behind Volker Strycek (135), Johannes Scheid (134), and Daniel Zils (113). The 55-year-old car dealership owner from Dornstadt is making his comeback at the ADAC Ruhrpott-Trophy. His last appearance in NLS was in 2022. He will share a Porsche 911 GT3 Cup in the SP7 class (24h Specials over 3,500 cc) with Julian Reeh and Valentin Lachmayer. On the track, he’ll be racing against his daughter Janina, who is 20 years old and competing with Carrie Schreiner and Beitske Visser in a BMW M4 GT4 for the "Girls Only Team" from GITI Tire Motorsport by WS Racing. Get your tickets now!Tickets for the ADAC Ruhrpott-Trophy are available for €25 (free admission for children up to 14) at vln.de/tickets and at the box office. The ticket grants access to open grandstands at the Grand Prix circuit, exclusive spectator areas at Brünnchen and Pflanzgarten, as well as to the paddock, pit lane, and starting grid. The second round of the NLS Kart Slalom Championship will take place in the Historic Paddock at Nürburgring. At the "helicopter landing pad" in the paddock, a round of the ADAC Mittelrhein Slalom Youngster Cup will also be held. Grid positions will be determined during qualifying from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. Fans will experience motorsport with all their senses during the pit walk starting at 10:20 a.m. and the grid visit from 11:10 a.m. Also present on Saturday will be the Nürburgring mascot "Legend" and the spectacular Racebot. The race will start at 12:00 p.m.
22.04.2025
The Nürburgring will once again be transformed into the roaring heart of the motorbike scene at the ‘Anlassen’ motorbike service on Sunday, 27 April 2025. Thousands of bikers traditionally follow the call to the Eifel to welcome the new season together - with free admission. Highlights include the adventure and food court in the paddock, the ecumenical church service and the large joint parade around the Nordschleife. Thousands of bikers and their joint lap through the Green Hell: year after year, the parade on the Nordschleife is the highlight for many motorcyclists at the Nürburgring. This year, the Grand Prix paddock opens its doors to passionate two-wheeler fans as early as 8.00 am. Here you can meet like-minded people, swap stories and marvel at the variety on two wheels, from cutting-edge machines to lovingly maintained classics. More than just mopeds: food court and performancesThere will also be plenty of action and information around the Nürburgring pit building: partner POLO Motorrad will not only be presenting trends and accessories, but will also be bringing along the popular performance test bench once again. There, everyone can check what their favourite really has under the bonnet. Well-known exhibitors such as Öhlins will be showcasing their products, while the police, the Fahrsicherheitszentrum Nürburgring and POLO will be impressing visitors with their driving demonstrations in the show area. If you want to get active yourself, you can let off steam on the new pit bike course on the helipad. Between 8.00 am and 2.15 pm, motorcyclists can also take a few laps of the Grand Prix circuit's sprint track on guided rides (from 25 euros for 3 laps). The band ‘dernächstebitte’ will provide the right sound for the start of the season with a musical stage programme. And the food court will satisfy hunger and thirst. God's blessing and a shared lap of the Nordschleife‘Anlassen’ 2025 provides exciting insights - and shows heart: There is the opportunity to take a look behind the medical scenes of the race track during guided tours of the Nürburgring's state-of-the-art Medical Centre. The number of participants is limited - registration is possible on site. Between 11:00 and 15:00, you can donate a little bit of your red blood to a good cause in the blood donor mobile. The Stefan Morsch Foundation will also be on site. Visitors will have the opportunity to register as potential stem cell donors and give new hope to leukaemia patients - a small moment on a beautiful day that can have a big impact afterwards. The emotional highlights follow in the afternoon: at 2.30 pm, Pastor Klaus Kohnz, Pastor Rüdiger Wink and Auxiliary Bishop Jörg Peters invite you to the traditional ecumenical service. A moment of reflection and thanksgiving, combined with the request for a safe journey at all times in the upcoming two-wheeler season. Immediately afterwards, at 3.30 pm, the unforgettable finale starts: the joint parade around the legendary Nordschleife of the Nürburgring. Thousands of motorbikes set off on the 20.832 kilometre long legendary Nordschleife - always an impressive sight.
30.03.2025
The ring°arena at Nürburgring was buzzing with excitement last Saturday evening as 3,500 fans gathered to celebrate the latest edition of “Darts am Ring.” Amidst colorful costumes, euphoric chants, and electrifying matches, darts legend Raymond van Barneveld emerged victorious – a highlight of an evening filled with top-tier sports entertainment. Joining the Dutch champion on stage were some of the biggest names in the darts world: World Champion Rob Cross, fan-favorite “The Rockstar” Joe Cullen, Dirk van Duijvenbode, and local heroes Martin Schindler and Gabriel Clemens. In fast-paced, high-tension “Best-of-Seven” matches, the audience celebrated every point with unbridled enthusiasm. A High-Octane Start for Germany’s No. 1Before stepping onto the stage, Germany’s top darts player Martin Schindler experienced a Nürburgring tradition of a different kind: He got behind the wheel of a real Formula training car on the Grand Prix track, courtesy of the Nürburgring Driving Academy. His reaction? “That’s an experience I’ll never forget. Absolutely incredible,” said Schindler, visibly moved. A perfect example of how the Nürburgring continues to impress – as a motorsport icon and a year-round venue for unique live moments. Energy in the Air – Even Before the First DartThe buzz was already palpable before the first throw: fans snapped selfies with their idols, got in the mood along the ring°boulevard, and then witnessed a very special pre-show highlight. With thunderous applause, darts icon Russ Bray, the unmistakable voice of the sport, took the stage. And when his legendary “One hundred and eighty!” echoed through the arena, it was clear: this evening would be unforgettable. More Live Entertainment Ahead: Carolin Kebekus in SeptemberThe success of “Darts am Ring” once again proves: Nürburgring is more than motorsport. The ring°arena has become a sought-after venue for high-quality stage shows and top-tier live entertainment. Next up: On September 20, 2025, acclaimed comedian Carolin Kebekus brings her celebrated new show “SHESUS” to the Nürburgring. Known from television and as one of Germany’s most successful comedy stars, the Cologne-born performer mixes sharp social satire with big-stage energy. Tickets start at €49.90 – a comedy highlight you won’t want to miss.
29.03.2025
Curtain up for the 53rd edition of the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring from June 19th to 22nd, 2025: The opening event of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) on the penultimate weekend in March was the overture to an epic in many acts at the legendary Nürburgring-Nordschleife. This year, the strongest GT3 teams, drivers and makes will compete for the coveted 24-hour trophy at the longest race track in the world, which at over 25 km is longer than any other race track in the world. Highlights include the first act in the ADAC 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers (May 24th-25th) and, of course, the finale furioso in the actual 24h Nürburgring, which is likely to be even more colorful and diverse than before. In addition to the established teams of the German premium manufacturers Audi, BMW, Mercedes-AMG and Porsche, teams with GT3s from Aston Martin, Ferrari, Ford and Lamborghini will be making their mark this year. The action at the opening race showed that the supposed “exotic” and “underdogs” are in the thick of the action and will have a say in the awarding of the top positions. If you want to secure your box seat for this spectacle, you can do so now. At the NLS opener, a defending champion was initially in the spotlight. Frank Stippler secured pole position in the Audi R8 LMS GT3 from Juta Racing and showed what is still possible in the already somewhat older GT from Ingolstadt. He led a very colorful field into the warm-up lap before the start: eight different brands took the top ten positions in the first NLS qualifying session of the season. Stippler, for example, was joined on the grid by the Walkenhorst-Aston Martin GT3, followed in rows two and three by the McLaren 720S GT3 from Dörr Motorsport and the Ferrari 296 GT3 from Kondo Racing / Rinaldi. Lamborghini, Mercedes-AMG, BMW, Porsche lined up behind them – a real feast of what are currently arguably the most beautiful sports cars. In the race, it was the top dogs that set the tone: Porsche achieved a clean quadruple victory, with the two Falken 911s ahead of the Manthey team's “Grello” and the 911 GT3R from Dinamic GT. And of course, the season opener was also extremely exciting in other respects: 22 partly hard-fought vehicle classes, in which everything from production cars to thoroughbred racing cars were represented. A good omen for an exciting season in amateur and popular sports as well – the fans also saw it that way and provided provided a great backdrop for this first show race. Old and new highlights for visitorsEven though there are three months between the start of the Nordschleife season at the end of March and the season highlight at the 24h Nürburgring, fans can secure their personal ticket now. New this year: tickets are available throughout online at the 24-hour ticket shop during the event weekend. With the electronic admission ticket on your cell phone, you can also enter the track. Another new feature for visitors is the option of securing their parking space in advance: there are parking spaces available in the D9 area (near the Nürburg), for which a continuous parking permit can be purchased from Thursday to Sunday parking permit can be purchased from Thursday to Sunday. And the trip to the Ring is worthwhile on all these days! Because from Corpus Christi Thursday (June 19th) they will experience a huge program on the longest race track in the world. In addition to the 24-hour race, the Circuit Challenge power test (Thursday) and the 24-hour classic race (Saturday) will also provide plenty of drama. The Grand Prix circuit will be the venue for entertaining hours with the touring car legend race and the cup and touring car trophy. In addition to the race program, highlights such as the traditional Adenauer Racing Day on Wednesday will also be entertaining. And, of course, the Falken Drift Show will be back on Friday evening, taking place on the Müllenbach loop at the same time as the big autograph session and the pit walk at the start and finish line.
27.03.2025
RAVENOL and the Nürburgring are expanding their partnership. The renowned lubricant manufacturer has been involved with the world’s longest permanent racetrack for many years, and now both parties are taking their collaboration to the next level. Effective immediately, the prestigious first corner of the Grand Prix track will bear the name “RAVENOL-S.” Additionally, RAVENOL owns a VIP lounge at the Nürburgring, serves as the official lubricant partner of the Nürburgring Driving Academy, and lends its name to the “RAVENOL Media Center.” This extensive partnership will run until at least 2028. Spectators at motorsport events at the Nürburgring will now have their eyes on the RAVENOL-S. Located at the end of the start-finish straight, this tight corner marks the first braking point for drivers, setting the stage for thrilling overtaking maneuvers and intense battles for position. With this new naming agreement for the prestigious first corner, RAVENOL and the Nürburgring are deepening their relationship, making the globally active lubricant manufacturer from North Rhine-Westphalia even more present at the Ring. Since 2016, RAVENOL has been actively involved at the legendary racetrack and has continuously expanded its commitment. In addition to the RAVENOL-S, the company’s logo is prominently displayed on the pit wall, the pit building, and as part of a naming-rights agreement at the RAVENOL Media Center. Many participants in Nürburgring driving experiences – especially those in the popular formula courses – are also familiar with RAVENOL as a partner of the Nürburgring Driving Academy. Furthermore, the company holds one of the coveted VIP lounges directly above the pit lane, offering an unparalleled view of the track action in an exclusive atmosphere. “Our first corner is known to every motorsport fan as a guarantee for exciting racing. We are pleased to integrate our long-standing partner even further into this prominent location,” says Christian Stephani, Managing Director of the Nürburgring. “Our partnership with RAVENOL has been growing successfully for almost a decade, and it will continue at least until 2028.” “With partner racing series such as the NLS, DTM, and the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Race, the Nürburgring plays a vital role in our company’s motorsport season. The new RAVENOL-S, along with our presence on the pit wall and, most notably, at the highly visible RAVENOL Media Center, is yet another testament to the strong and long-standing partnership between RAVENOL and the Nürburgring,” adds Martin Huning, Director of RAVENOL Motorsport.
22.03.2025
What a start to the 49th season of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie: Falken Motorsports celebrated a double victory right at the opening round. Sven Müller and Morris Schuring were waved off in the Porsche 911 GT3 R with a lead of 3.068 seconds ahead of their teammates Dorian Boccolacci and Nico Menzel. But that wasn’t all, as in the end, four sports cars from Zuffenhausen occupied the top positions. The success for Porsche was completed by Ayhancan Güven and Thomas Preining in the 'Grello' from Manthey-Racing, as well as Matteo Cairoli and Bastian Buus in the Dinamic GT Porsche. Around 7,000 spectators attended the 70th ADAC Westfalenfahrt, visiting the grandstands, the paddock, and the exclusive spectator zones at the Nordschleife. Only once in the history of the traditional racing series have more tickets been sold on a single race day. Interest from fans was also high at the free Nordschleife spots for the first race of the season. The first surprise of the day came from Frank Stippler in qualifying: in the Audi R8 LMS from JUTA RACING, he secured the team's first pole position, setting a time of 7:51.530 minutes, driving for the team built around the ambitious amateur drivers 'SELV' and Alexey Veremenko. A colorful brand mix followed in qualifying on the other positions: the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 from Walkenhorst Motorsport, the McLaren 720S GT3 Evo from Dörr Motorsport, the Ferrari 296 GT3 from REALIZE KONDO RACING with Rinaldi, the Lamborghini Huracán GT3 from Red Bull Team ABT, the two Mercedes-AMG GT3s from Mercedes-AMG Team GetSpeed, and the BMW M4 GT3 from ROWE RACING. The second Mustang from HRT qualified in 13th place on its Nordschleife debut. After the start, Stippler initially defended the lead. A brief rain shower between practice and the race turned the opening phase into a tire thriller. At the end of lap one, the Abt Lambo returned to the front. The Dörr McLaren also collected some lead laps, as did the Porsche 911 GT3 R from BLACK FALCON Team EAE, the Aston Martin from Walkenhorst, 'Grello', and the two Falken Porsches. "The start was difficult, as we began the race on rain tires and came into the pits for a tire change to slicks right after the first lap," said Schuring, who celebrated his first NLS victory ten years after his father. 'Gerwin' won the season finale in 2015 in the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup MR from Black Falcon – the last non-GT3 victory. "But that turned out to be absolutely right later on, because the strategy worked perfectly." Müller added: "From P15 to P1 – that's how it's done." Even though he was waved off in second place behind his teammates, Menzel was satisfied: "You couldn’t have a better start to the new season." DTM champion Preining was also glad to have claimed a podium finish in the end. After an unintended spin in the AMG Arena on lap one, the Manthey duo worked their way up from the back of the first starting group step by step. "To finish third after the turbulent starting phase was not something we expected," said the Austrian. "We were on the right tire from the beginning and therefore saved a pit stop." Behind the leading quartet, the ROWE BMW, the GetSpeed AMG #17, the Dörr McLaren #69, and the Abt Lambo crossed the line in fifth to eighth positions. Winners of the Pro-Am class were Daan Arrow, Gabriele Piana, Ben Bünnagel, and Mike Stursberg in the Black Falcon Porsche. Moran Gott is the first 'Driver of the Race'BMW 325i driver Moran Gott is the first 'Driver of the Race'. The Israeli contested the race solo with the vehicle he had built himself over the past six weeks. He wasn’t discouraged by setbacks during the race. A crash was repaired during the race by Sorg Rennsport, who support the vehicle on-site, and a tire failure in the final stages also didn’t stop Gott from being classified fourth in his class. "Normally, I want to be honored when I win," said Gott. "Today, many things didn’t go perfectly – but I still wanted to continue. Being recognized for that does make me a bit proud." The decision on the 'Driver of the Race' is made jointly by the NLS race management, ILN driver committee, and the track announcer. The trophies are donated by the Interessengemeinschaft Langstrecke Nürburgring (ILN). The first victory in this year’s newly created BMW 325i Challenge by Goodyear went to Jonas Spölgen and Eugen Becker. Second place was secured by Juha Miettinen, Dan Berghult, and Oliver Frisse from Keeevin Sports and Racing. Simon Sagmeister, Jürgen Huber, and Dirk Vleugels completed the class podium. Father and son Bohrer win two races in one dayIn the first race of the new NLS Youth Kart Championship, eight-year-old Jonas Bohrer won his K1 age class. Afterwards, he gave his dad strong support – and dad followed suit confidently. In the NLS race, father Michael Bohrer, together with Gerrit Holthaus in the Hyundai i30N, claimed first place in the VT2-F+4WD class. "A cool and perfect race day," grinned Jonas after the award ceremony, which took place just before the NLS class victory ceremony. In K2, the kart-kids winner was Mick Schmidt (ACV OC Lahnstein), in K3 David Böttcher (MSC Konz), in K4 Florian Rauhe (MSC Adenau), and in K5 Tobias Mosdzen (KSC Wülfrath). The second round of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie will take place on April 26. The ADAC Ruhrpott Trophy will once again be held over a four-hour distance. Tickets for race number two of the season are available in advance for 25 euros (children up to and including 14 years free) at vln.de/tickets. This grants access to the open grandstands at the Grand Prix circuit, the exclusive spectator areas at Brünnchen and Pflanzgarten, as well as the paddock, pit lane, and starting grid.
12.03.2025
Experience the fascination of the Green Hell up close and at breathtaking speed with a Nürburgring Co-Pilot drive. As a passenger of an experienced pilot, you will take the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ around the legendary Nordschleife. 20.832 kilometers, 73 corners and 300 meters of altitude difference on one lap ensure real heart-racing moments – an unforgettable experience. The ultimate driving experience through the Green HellWith the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+, the Nürburgring relies on a high-performance vehicle developed by Mercedes-AMG on the Nordschleife for impressive driving dynamics and performance. With its 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine and 612 hp on board, the two-door coupé accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds. The fully variable all-wheel drive and the aerodynamics, which have been further optimized in the GT 63 PRO, ensure the best possible performance on the Nordschleife. The ride as co-pilot – equipped like a proFor the passenger seat, professional equipment for maximum safety awaits the passengers. A matching Nürburgring racing overall and a helmet provide optimal protection. In addition, the AMG performance seat in combination with a 5-point seat belt ensures a secure fit so that the co-driver can enjoy the driving experience with maximum comfort and safety. Highlights of the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ co-driver vehicle: Power: 450 kW / 612 hp Acceleration: 0 - 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds Top speed: 317 km/h. Performance: Optimized aerodynamics with a newly designed front skirt and an active air control system ensure optimal road grip. High-performance brakes: The AMG ceramic high-performance composite braking system guarantees maximum safety even under extreme loads. Maximum stability: Thanks to the fully variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive, the vehicle remains perfectly controllable even on the most demanding corners of the Nordschleife. Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ | Energieverbrauch kombiniert: 14 l/100 km | CO₂-Emissionen kombiniert: 319 g/km | CO₂-Klasse: G Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ | combined energy consumption: 14 l/100 km | combined CO₂ emissions: 319 g/km | CO₂ class: G
