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DTM 2017
An overview of the 2017 BMW Motorsport programme.
BMW Motorsport used the traditional Season Review event in Munich to announce significant information about the 2017 driver set-up and present details of the individual programmes for various racing disciplines. http://www.bmw-motorsport.com/conten...resource.0.jpg DTM – consistency in the cockpit. BMW Motorsport will be represented by two teams and six drivers in the 2017 DTM season. The race car will be the new BMW M4 DTM, which is currently completing a comprehensive test and development programme in preparation for the 18 races. Six BMW works drivers with plenty of DTM experience will be behind the wheel. Reigning DTM champion Marco Wittmann heads the selection. Tom Blomqvist, Augusto Farfus, Timo Glock, Maxime Martin and Bruno Spengler will be battling for points and wins alongside him. The six BMW drivers have racked up a total of 399 DTM starts, recording 32 wins and 34 pole positions. BMW Motorsport can boast two DTM champions in its ranks: Spengler (2012) and Wittmann (2014 and 2016). The three BMW M4 DTMs of Wittmann, Glock and Farfus will be fielded by BMW Team RMG, headed by Stefan Reinhold. Bart Mampaey and his BMW Team RBM will be responsible for the cars of Blomqvist, Martin and Spengler. BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt: “Our driver selection for 2017 once again includes some of the best the DTM has to offer. Of course, everyone will be chasing champion Marco Wittmann. But our five other drivers have all claimed wins and proved their quality in the DTM. This consistency in the cockpit will do us good. Experience is extremely important in the DTM.” -- IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship – new faces from Europe. In 2017, BMW Team RLL will again be represented by two BMW M6 GTLMs in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship (IWSC). Bill Auberlen and John Edwards will be the regular drivers from the USA next season. They will be joined by two new team-mates from Europe: in 2017, Auberlen will start alongside Alexander Sims, whose fine performances in this season included overall victory for the ROWE Racing team with the BMW M6 GT3 at the 24-hour race in Spa-Francorchamps. At the wheel of the second BMW M6 GTLM, BMW works driver Martin Tomczyk will join Edwards for the GTLM class races. The quartet will be supported by DTM drivers Augusto Farfus and Bruno Spengler, as well as Kuno Wittmer and Nick Catsburg for the endurance races on the calendar. Auberlen, Sims, Farfus and Spengler will also share driving duties in the BMW M6 GTLM Art Car for the 24 Hours of Daytona on 28th/29th January 2017, a car designed by US artist John Baldessari. BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt: “We are looking forward to an exciting second season with the BMW M6 GTLM in North America. Of course, our goal is to record the first win with this car. Competing with the 19th BMW Art Car in Daytona will be a real highlight to start the year off. I¢d like to thank Dirk Werner and Lucas Luhr for their hard work last season - and now it¢s time to welcome Alexander Sims and Martin Tomczyk. I am convinced that they will both settle in very quickly at BMW Team RLL and will soon be successful. I wish Dirk all the best in his new sporting challenges. We have been delighted to have him on board since 2010. He impressed us with his speed, his professionalism and his down-to-earth nature.” -- GT and endurance races – the next chapter in a success story. In 2017, BMW Team Schnitzer will enhance an already strong BMW set-up in international GT and endurance racing. The team headed by Charly Lamm will compete in races alongside ROWE Racing, winners of the 24-hour race in Spa-Francorchamps, and Schubert Motorsport, and will be doing their best to record the 20th overall win for BMW in the classic 24-hour race at the Nürburgring. BMW Team Schnitzer is also scheduled to compete with the BMW M6 GT3 at the ADAC GT Masters. The three teams will also represent BMW at many other GT events – such as the VLN Endurance Championship Nürburgring (VLN) or the Blancpain GT Series. Among others, former BMW Motorsport Junior Jesse Krohn will compete in a BMW M6 GT3 in the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring, alongside the works drivers active in the DTM. BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt: “The BMW M6 GT3 made a successful all-round debut in 2016. We are aiming for more wins and titles next season with our top model in customer racing. The three teams, ROWE Racing, Schubert Motorsport and BMW Team Schnitzer all have a special role to play and will compete with this car in various series. After winning in Spa in 2016, we now want to continue our long-running success story on the Nordschleife. As far as teams and drivers are concerned, we are ideally equipped to do this.” -- BMW customer racing – major tests for the BMW M4 GT4. With the BMW M6 GT3 spearheading the product range for privateer teams and drivers, BMW Motorsport will be getting a new challenger ready over the course of the 2017 season: the BMW M4 GT4. With this car, customers will be able to race cost-effectively at the very highest level at events around the world from 2018. Numerous test events are scheduled throughout the 2017 season, including the 24-hour race in Dubai in January. Drivers and teams around the world will continue to compete with the current entry-level model, the BMW M235i Racing, in such competitions as the BMW M235i Racing Cup classes in Germany, Belgium and China. A total of 170 examples of the BMW M235i Racing have been built. BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt: “Our international customers have celebrated many triumphs in the first year with the BMW M6 GT3. We hope this will continue in 2017. The comprehensive test programme with the BMW M4 GT4 will go on in parallel. We will also see the car in action in a couple of races. Our privateer teams will then compete with the newest model from our product range in 2018. I am particularly pleased that the BMW M235i Racing remains so popular. The widespread use of this race car and the positive feedback from our customers show that this model has been a hit since its introduction in 2014.” -- FIA Formula E Championship – the way to Montréal. The MS Amlin Andretti team supported by BMW has started the FIA Formula E Championship 2016/17 with two thrilling races in Hong Kong and Marrakesh. On the way to the season finale in Montréal, BMW works driver António Félix da Costa and Robin Frijns will be competing in some of the most exciting cities in the world, including Buenos Aires, Mexico City, Paris, Berlin and New York. The exchanges between the team and the BMW Motorsport engineers will gradually increase in intensity throughout the year. Works involvement is planned from season 5 (2018/19) onwards. BMW i also enjoys a prominent position as “Official Vehicle Partner” in Formula E, providing the Qualcomm Safety Car BMW i8. BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt: “The first Formula E races since the announcement of our partnership with the MS Amlin Andretti team has made us hungry for more. We are really looking forward to the season taking off from February 2017. Our primary aim is to gather experience in the Formula E environment. Close cooperation with the Andretti Formula E team is extremely valuable.” -- FIA World Endurance Championship – the countdown is on. After the announcement at the end of September that BMW Motorsport will compete in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) from 2018, some more details have now been confirmed. BMW Team MTEK will spend the coming season on a comprehensive test and preparation programme for competition in the following year. The drivers in this phase will be Martin Tomczyk, Alexander Sims and António Félix da Costa. BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt: “The countdown to 2018 has started. We will prepare meticulously for our entry into the FIA WEC throughout the coming season. BMW Team MTEK is ready to start and is extremely motivated.” |
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2017 DTM CARS: MORE POWER AND LESS DOWNFORCE
http://www.dtm.com/sites/default/fil...70317-audi.jpg http://www.dtm.com/sites/default/fil...170317-bmw.jpg http://www.dtm.com/sites/default/fil...rcedes-amg.jpg To let the skills of the drivers gain even more importance, the technical regulations for the 2017 season were revised in crucial areas. So, the horsepower output of the new cars was increased while the aerodynamics were restricted at the same time. This means that driving this year¢s cars is a bigger challenge and the drivers have to work even harder. The technology of the 2017 DTM cars differs from the one of its predecessors in several significant areas: The engine In 2017, the four-litre V8 engines of Audi, BMW and Mercedes-AMG will produce – for the first time – more than 500bhp. The increased horsepower output mainly was achieved by bigger intake-system air restrictors. The engines are equipped with one air restrictor per cylinder bench and their diameter has been increased from 28 to 29 millimetres. Furthermore, the new regulations allow for enhancement in special intake-system areas special areas to optimise the engine¢s performance even more. Nonetheless, maximum longevity still represents a top priority of the DTM engines¢ design. Blown engines are extremely rare in DTM and usually, the engines survive the entire season. During the course of the season, cost-intensive engine revisions aren¢t allowed in DTM as the sealed engines only may be subjected to services in this period of time, according to the regulations. Aerodynamics The guidelines of the new regulations comprise a reduction of the aerodynamics. To achieve this goal, the geometry of the front splitter, underbody and rear diffuser was changed and the ride height was increased. Meanwhile, the rear wing and the DRS (Drag Reduction System) make for a major and visible difference. The DRS allows the driver to reduce his vehicle¢s drag for a short time, thus increasing its top speed. In the past this made for many battles and overtaking manoeuvres. Other than last year¢s rear wing that could be hinged down completely, only the so-called Guerney Flap, the upper of two fins of the rear wing, is flapped down what even increases the DRS efficiency. The tyres Combined with the new Hankook tyres that provide more grip for a short period of time but force the drivers to cope with a higher performance decrease over the distance, these changes make for a handling of the new DTM cars that is clearly more demanding for the drivers than it was in the past. New control components The body design of this year¢s DTM touring cars of Audi, BMW and Mercedes-AMG complies with the latest generation of their production brethren. To restrict the cost-intensive high-tech developments, the new regulations feature clearly more areas for jointly developed control components. The development of these components is controlled by the umbrella organisation ITR in close cooperation with the manufacturers¢ engineers. For 2017, the range of control parts was extended – inter alia – by components for the suspension area. Furthermore, the DTM control wheel also will make its debut. From this year, all the 18 cars will race on ATS wheels while every manufacturer could opt for the wheel it preferred, in the past. Drivers feel pleasant anticipation After the first tests for the 2017 season, the drivers proved to be really happy with their new cars. “The changes made on the car are clearly noticeable – particularly the combination of less aero, more power and the new tyres,” said Mattias Ekström, the senior driver on the DTM grid, representative of all the DTM drivers. “As I see it we are heading in the right direction and I think we are going to have a lot of fun, this year.” The testing was continued this week at Vallelunga, Italy from 14th to 16th March, and many of the components were subjected to acid tests for the coming season. In addition to the alterations on the technical regulations, those responsible also intensely work on the sporting regulations. Next week ITR is going to inform on the planned changes for the coming season that will be kicked off at Hockenheim from 05th to 07th May. |
SECOND ROUND OF DTM TESTS THIS WEEK AT VALLELUNGA
http://www.dtm.com/sites/default/fil...99_large_0.jpg http://www.dtm.com/sites/default/fil...0th-to_0_0.jpg http://www.dtm.com/sites/default/fil...01182_01_0.jpg The second round of DTM tests is on. From Tuesday to Thursday (14th to 16th March), Audi, BMW and Mercedes-AMG continue their preparations for the coming season at Vallelunga. Eight DTM drivers are involved in the three days of testing at the 4,085-kilomrtre circuit located 30 kilometre north Italy¢s capital, Rome. Mattias Ekström and Jamie Green are testing for Audi, Tom Blomqvist and Maxime Martin will alternate in the cockpit for BMW and Mercedes-AMG travelled to Italy with four drivers: Lucas Auer, Edoardo Mortara, Gary Paffett and Robert Wickens. Since 01st March, the new Audi RS 5 DTM and the enhanced versions of last year¢s BMW M4 DTM and Mercedes-AMG C63 DTM have been homologated and consequently, the development of the cars has virtually been frozen. Now the teams and drivers first of all have to familiarise themselves with the new vehicles and complete as many laps as possible to gather experience. The Vallelunga tests are the second step on the way to preparing for the season kick-off at Hockenheim (05th to 07th May). From 21 to 23rd February the DTM fraternity tested at Portimão, Portugal and from 03rd to 06th April, Hockenheim will be the venue of the final tests. On all the four days of testing at the Southern German racetrack the grandstand will be opened for the fans and the admission will be free. |
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A detailed look at the BMW M4 DTM for the 2017 season.
A month ahead of the first race of the year in Hockenheim, BMW Motorsport is very well prepared for the 2017 DTM. http://www.bmw-motorsport.com/conten...1297585085.jpg While the drivers and teams can call on a wealth of experience as they go into the sixth season since BMW¢s return to the fiercely-competitive touring car series, the car is a newcomer: BMW Motorsport lines up this year with the BMW M4 DTM, which has been developed according to the new technical regulations. With four titles in three years: the vehicle designation BMW M4 DTM is synonymous with great success. Marco Wittmann won the Drivers¢ title with this car in both 2014 and 2016. BMW Team RMG also picked up the Teams¢ title in 2014, while BMW won the Manufacturers¢ Championship in 2015. This year sees the dawn of a new era. In the light of the new regulations, the BMW M4 DTM has been given a workover and undergone significant development. The BMW M4 DTM now generates over 500 hp of engine power, while the aerodynamics have also been the subject of extensive modifications. Innovative technology was used when manufacturing the components. “We are very much looking forward to the new DTM season. The many changes are primarily aimed at one thing: even more spectacle for fans at the circuit and watching on screen,” said BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt. “I really like the new, more powerful cars. The drivers at the wheel will make even more of a difference in the future, and fans will get even closer to the teams and drivers at the circuit. This combination promises to produce a thrilling season in 2017. Our engineers have worked hard over the past few months to develop a host of detailed new solutions for the BMW M4 DTM, based on the DTM regulations for the 2017 season. I am very proud of this team effort. One of my personal highlights is the new look of the BMW M4 DTM. The blue crosses are a design element that originates from the iconic BMW 3.0 CSL of the 1970s. Any DTM fan will also recognise the blue crosses from the legendary BMW M3 DTM in the 1980s, when they were still stuck on. In 2017, we do this digitally – as is also the case, for example, with the new BMW 7 Series. We are looking forward to the first race weekend in Hockenheim.” Wind of Change. The regulations required the BMW Motorsport engineers to take a new approach to aerodynamics when developing the BMW M4 DTM. A shorter diffusor and the fact that the ride height has been increased in line with regulations, reduce downforce and ¡dirty air¢. The flow topology around the car was completely revised. The front bumper now has a completely new shape and forms the starting point for the flow of the air around the car. The wing mirrors will have a more conventional design again in 2017 according to the regulations. Among the many clearly visible modifications are the even more prominent contouring of the side channel, the vent ducts on the rear wheel arches, which are being used for the first time, and the incredibly detailed design of the rear of the car. The rear wing is also one of the more easily recognisable changes to the 2017 DTM cars. The Drag Reduction System (DRS) has been modified. Up until now, the rear wing consisted of just one profile and was lowered as one part when DRS was triggered. The rear wing of the new BMW M4 DTM is made up of two profiles, with the just the top profile tilting upwards when DRS is activated. Unlike before, the end plates no longer move with the wing. The range of adjustment for the system is up to 40 degrees for 2017, making it more efficient than last year. The front splitter and underbody of the DTM cars are standard components, in accordance with the new regulations. The same goes for the floor panel, which is five millimetres thicker than before. The rear diffusor also has a completely new shape and is shorter and flatter than that of the previous model. Over the course of the aerodynamic development of the new BMW M4 DTM in the BMW Group¢s Aero Lab, the engineers had to be even more efficient than usual: they had just 50 days in which to test the new model in the wind tunnel and to optimise it. As a result, CFD calculations, simulations and the rapid prototyping of components from wind tunnel models played a more significant role. Even more power. When it comes to the engine, the DTM regulations for the 2017 season allow a larger diameter for the air restrictors, through which the engine draws in its combustion air. Having enlarged the air restrictors from 2 x 28 millimetres to 2 x 29 millimetres, the charge cycle was adapted accordingly. This increased the engine performance by about 25 hp to over 500 hp. Because the engine, now known as the P66/1, takes more cooling, due to the increased performance, the cooling air intakes towards the front of the car were also modified. As another consequence of the greater power, even more powerful and durable carbon-fibre brake disks are also used in the DTM in 2017. In its final spec, the BMW V8 engine consists of almost 800 different components. In total, the powerhouse is made up of almost 4,000 individual parts. When designing the DTM power unit, BMW took full advantage of the technological know-how of the BMW Group. The high-tech foundry at the BMW plant in Landshut contributed the large castings, such as cylinder heads and crankcases. The processing of the castings, their coating, and any necessary thermal treatment, was performed by the appropriate specialist departments in Munich. BMW Power continues to be transferred to the track via a six-speed, sequential racing transmission, which is operated pneumatically via shift paddles on the steering wheel. It has eleven transmission ratios, which allow the engineers and drivers to react to the circuit and engine characteristics when setting-up the car. Innovative technology for even greater efficiency. The engine mount is a complex structural component, which is placed under great strain, and connects the engine frame to the engine. It was manufactured specifically for the DTM car using an additive 3D printing procedure and optimised using topology. BMW Motorsport engineers and their colleagues from BMW production development have been regarded as pioneers in the field of additive manufacturing for decades. Together, they are forging ahead with this future-oriented manufacturing technology, increasing both the efficiency and speed of the production of motorsport components. Since 2015, BMW Motorsport has used a water pump wheel made on a 3D printer in its DTM engines. The high-precision component, which is subject to high stresses, consists of an aluminium alloy and has proven its worth in the tough motorsport environment. The chassis for the 2017 DTM season consists of many standard parts: shock absorbers, anti-roll bar, wishbone, wheel mounts, wheel hubs and wheel nuts are now prescribed as standard. However, the BMW Motorsport engineers had free rein when it came to the side springs and the third element of the front axle, as well as the configuration and layout of the standard parts. The carbon-fibre monocoque is again instrumental in ensuring the safety of the drivers in the new BMW M4 DTM. With an integrated tank, steel roll cage, and additional crash elements, it provides effective protection for the driver in case of an accident. New conditions, lap by lap. The interaction between the chassis and the 2017 generation of Hankook race tyre was also of great importance. With a new design and new compound, the DTM¢s tyre partner is adding another exciting element to the coming season. The new dry tyre for the DTM – the Ventus Race – will generate greater grip than its predecessor when in good condition. In contrast, however, it will degrade faster and more dramatically, depending on the driving style. This is what the car manufacturers and organisers had intended, and it will have a significant effect on lap times. Finally, new, characteristic LED front lights round off the appearance of the 2017 model. They literally give the car a “dynamic look”. The rear lights have also been redesigned. Marco Wittmann discusses the BMW M4 DTM on video. During the DTM tests in Hockenheim, DTM champion Marco Wittmann took time out to explain the most important modifications to his Red Bull BMW M4 DTM. You can find the video here: https://youtu.be/oLqhf0lxeLw. You will find images from the DTM test drives in Hockenheim here: http://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global. -- A compact look at the key modifications to the BMW M4 DTM. Front: Front lights: Blue crosses are a throwback to iconic BMW models on the track and on the road – from the BMW 3.0 CSL and the first-generation BMW M3 in the DTM to the current BMW 7 Series. BMW P66 /1 engine: Increasing the diameter of the air restrictors has boosted engine power to over 500 hp. As a consequence, further modifications were made. Flicks: Simpler design of aerodynamic attachments, in accordance with regulations. Bumper: Re-designed front end including front splitter for efficient airflow, based on changes to aerodynamics, as specified in the regulations. Wing mirrors: Reduced aerodynamics in the wing mirror area, in accordance with regulations. Side: Tyres: New Hankook tyre construction and compound. Generates greater grip than its predecessor when in good condition. In contrast, however, it will degrade faster and more dramatically, depending on the driving style. This is what the car manufacturers and organisers had intended, and it will have a significant effect on lap times. Chassis: A number of components of the chassis and brakes have been standardised, as have the wheel rims. However, the suspension kinematics as well as the configuration of the dampers and springs can still be adjusted individually. Floor panel: The wooden floor panel is five millimetres thicker, in accordance with regulations. This leads to a greater ride height, and consequently to less downforce. Side channel: As at the front and rear of the car, the air flow has also been modified in the side channel. Rear: Rear wing: The DRS has been modified. The 2017 rear wing consists of two parts, with the upper part tilting upwards when DRS is operated. The system is generally more efficient. Diffusor: The rear diffusor on the new BMW M4 DTM is shorter and flatter than that of its predecessor, in order to comply with new regulations. As such, it generates less downforce. Rear lights: Design of rear lights in keeping with the design update of the new BMW M4 Coupé. Rear apron: Complete overhaul of the rear apron and adjustment to suit modified flow topology – for example, due to new rear diffusor. Technical Data BMW M4 DTM. Dimensions: Length: 4,725 mm Width: 1,950 mm Height: approx. 1,200 mm Weight: 1,120 kg (in accordance with regulations, without driver, dependent on performance ballast) Engine: Type: P66/1, 90° V8 aspirated engine Capacity: 3,999 cc Weight: 148 kg Bore: 93 mm Stroke: 73.6 mm Engine speed: max. 8,500 rpm Performance: over 500 hp Air restrictors: 2 x 29.0 mm, in accordance with regulations Cylinder block and cylinder head made from cast aluminium at the BMW foundry in Landshut; steel crankshaft; four valves per cylinder, operated by bucket tappets; steel camshafts, driven by chains; Low pressure, intake-manifold fuel injection, one injection nozzle per cylinder; dry sump system Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 2.6 sec. Top speed: approx. 285 km/h Tank capacity: 120 litres Chassis: Carbon-fibre monocoque with integrated tank and steel roll cage; carbon-fibre crash elements on sides; carbon-fibre crash elements on front and rear Transmission: Sequential 6-speed sports gearbox, operated via pneumatic shift paddles mounted on the steering wheel; 4-plate ZF carbon-fibre clutch; adjustable multi-disc limited-slip differential Front axle/rear axle: Double wishbone suspension with struts and adjustable shock absorbers (six settings); H&R springs Brakes: Hydraulic dual-circuit brake system; alloy, monoblock brake callipers; internally-ventilated, carbon-fibre brake disks front and rear; brake balance adjustable by driver; electromagnetic start valve Wheels: Aluminium forged wheels; 18” x 12” front, 18” x 13” rear Tyres: Hankook; front: 300-680-18, rear: 320-710-18 (new design and compound) http://www.bmw-motorsport.com/conten...1297585052.jpg http://www.bmw-motorsport.com/conten...1297585032.jpg |
The countdown is on.
This week, BMW Motorsport and the teams concluded preparations for the new season with four days of testing at the Hockenheimring, the location of the first two DTM races of the year on 6th and 7th May 2017. http://www.bmw-motorsport.com/conten...1551290314.jpg All six BMW DTM drivers were in action between Monday and Thursday, gathering experience with the newly-developed BMW M4 DTM. The six drivers rounded off the week with numerous interviews and photo shoots during the DTM Media Day. In total, the two BMW teams RMG and RBM completed 880 laps of the 4.574 kilometre-long Hockenheimring circuit. DTM champion Marco Wittmann, Augusto Farfus, Tom Blomqvist, Timo Glock, Maxime Martin and Bruno Spengler all had a chance to get behind the wheel of the cars that deliver over 500 HP. The teams also used the tests to get used to the new procedures for pit stops. The combined “RMR” car crew also practised working together at the race track. “The stage is set for a great DTM season,” said BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt. “You could sense a real upbeat mood at today¢s Media Day in Hockenheim. It was a fantastic feeling. Just like the fans, we are really looking forward to the season finally starting. From a competition point of view, we have learned a lot again on this final stretch of the season preparation. Every lap of the Hockenheimring is extremely useful to help us prepare perfectly for the curtain raiser. We did not do as much driving as we had hoped but tests are there to gather experience. I am confident that the new technical regulations and the changes that have been made to the sporting regulations will ensure that we enjoy 18 thrilling races.” Wittmann starts the season as defending champion and is counting the days until the first race. “It was a long winter break - but the break is not boring if you are the champion. These final tests were really important. It is always better to be able to sort out any difficulties with the new car during preparation, instead of on the first race day. And it is great to conclude the test by setting the fastest lap time on the final afternoon. So, I am really optimistic for the start of the season. The anticipation is growing with every passing day.” |
NO MORE SECRETS: DTM OPENS THE GARAGES FOR THE FANS
https://www.dtm.com/sites/default/fi...170406-box.jpg DTM stands for extremely close motor racing at the highest level. On the track, the drivers and teams racing for Audi, BMW and Mercedes-AMG fight for every thousandth of a second. And when the cars aren¢t in action, the work continues in the pit lane or, more precisely, in the garages. Here, the mechanics work on the car and refine the set-up while the drivers and their engineers discuss the approach and tactics for the next outing. The garages are not only a refugium but nearly a sanctuary. And exactly here, the fans on site will be provided direct insight, in the future. The DTM fans can look forward to a spectacular innovation: from the beginning of the 2017 season they will have the opportunity to get a close view of the hustle in the garages. Three garages, one per manufacturer, will be opened for the fans, thus providing the visitors a glance into the most important zone of the teams. In the Pit-View, the holders of a paddock ticket will be granted access to a garage that will allow him to watch the work in the two adjacent garages – and this also applies to most of the DTM sessions. Furthermore, the visitors also will have a clear view of the pit lane. With Pit-View, DTM is setting new standards and once again leads the way – as usual – when it comes to fan-friendliness and closeness. In no other professional motor-racing series at a similar level the fans have the chance of witnessing the fascination of motor racing at such a close range. “DTM always has been standing out for its fascinating cars, the enthralling sport and the closeness to the fans,” ITR board member Florian Zitzlsperger says. “That¢s something we want to build on and extend, in the future, and we are making a first step on the way to doing so with Pit-View. Only the mechanics involved and the team-members will get closer to the action.” Fan village, special pit walk and backstage activities In addition to Pit-View, DTM also extends its already well-known fan attractions. In the fan village, the programme on the stage will entertain the crowds while food trucks will cater for them. And those interested in an even more intense DTM experience can take part in the special pit walks on Saturday and Sunday morning where they can witness the pit-stop practice of the teams at close range. In addition to the well-known pit walks on the two race days, you now also can walk through the pit-lane for one hour on Saturday evening. To make this possible, the gates will be opened for one hour. Furthermore, the paddock ticket will once again be upgraded at certain racetracks: wherever it¢s possible, a part of the roof of the pit building will be opened to offer a clear view of the pits from above. Via the official website, DTM.com, the fans can register for backstage activities and can take part in guided tours, track walks and meet & greets. The 2017 DTM season will traditionally be kicked off at the Hockenheimring Baden-Württemberg – from 5th to 7th May. Tickets for this and the other eight race meetings can be purchased via the official website, DTM.com, and by phone via the ticket hotline, +49 (0) 1806 456 456. https://www.dtm.com/sites/default/fi...ahrerlager.jpg |
BMW INTRODUCES RACE TEAMS FOR 2017
https://www.dtm.com/sites/default/fi...wei_516362.jpg Tom Blomqvist and Timo Glock After Audi and Mercedes-AMG, BMW now also announced their race teams for the season beginning on 05th May at Hockenheim. Two BMW M4 DTM racers will be entered by BMW Team RMG and another two by BMW Team RBM. A surprise is the race crew for the other two BMW DTM racers: they will be taken care of by a mixed crew, consisting of engineers and mechanics of both BMW teams. This squad will operate under the name Reinhold Mampaey Racing, shortly ¡RMR¢. BMW Team RMG will enter the vehicles for reigning DTM Champion Marco Wittmann, Augusto Farfus and Timo Glock while BMW Team RBM will be responsible for the cars of Maxime Martin, Bruno Spengler – the most experienced DTM driver in the BMW camp – and Tom Blomqvist. In the meantime, the two BMW M4 DTM racers of Glock and Blomqvist will be attended to by the mixed crew. “Cooperating perfectly as a squad is absolutely essential, in motor racing,” says BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt. But the fact that the crews of RMG and RBM cooperate when it comes to attending to two of our BMW M4 DTM vehicles is a completely new kind of teamwork. It¢s new that the two teams cooperate as RMR when it comes to working on the cars of Timo and Tom. At the same time, it goes without saying that all our teams and drivers once again will have absolutely equal rights. This is and remains a significant part of our DTM philosophy.” Responsible for the RMR crew will be the two Team Principals, Stefan Reinhold (RMG) and Bart Mampaey (RBM), in equal measure. On every DTM race weekend, the garages of Glock and Blomqvist will be placed between those of RMG and RBM and for every pit stop, each of the two teams will make available four mechanics. |
The new BMW M4 DTM in the wind tunnel.
The Aero Lab of the BMW Group is at the centre of aerodynamic development for the new BMW M4 DTM. http://www.bmw-motorsport.com/conten...1915919845.jpg The adjustment of the aerodynamics to the requirements of the new DTM technical regulations played a decisive role in development of the 2017 BMW M4 DTM. The work carried out on the BMW M4 DTM in the wind tunnel prior to the start of the 2017 DTM season has changed considerably. Previously, the aerodynamics specialists had more time to carry out detailed work to ensure optimum aero efficiency when developing a new car. Now, a day in the state-of-the-art BMW Group Aero Lab is more akin to a day at the racetrack. 50 times 15: this was the formula used by the aerodynamics experts at BMW Motorsport when developing the new BMW M4 DTM ahead of the 2017 season. 50 days in the wind tunnel were permitted, with a maximum 15 hours per day. Not a minute more. In order to keep cost of developing the new DTM cars down, the German Motorsport Association (DMSB) worked with the manufacturers represented in the series to limit development time in wind tunnels. To take full advantage of the limited time allowed, the airflow specialists scrutinised their own processes and methods - with enormous success. Race against the clock. In modern motorsport, maximum efficiency is not only a key factor at race weekends, but also in the development process. Every minute counts. The planning of a wind tunnel session was completely adapted to the new regime for the BMW M4 DTM, and is similar to a test day at a racetrack. The engineers first define the initial configuration, then they set about creating a precise schedule for the subsequent tests. The focus was set primarily on the structure of the model car being tested in the wind tunnel. Compared with the development of the 2014 BMW M4 DTM, it is assembled in a more modular way to allow faster modification of the aerodynamic details. For example: the tests use a bonnet comprised of eight individual components that can be exchanged separately. Precision is key. Depending on the complexity of the parts to be switched, the aerodynamicists at BMW were able to test, on average, three car configurations per hour. The model was prepared, mounted on a hexapod and precisely positioned with maximum tolerances of a hundredth of a millimetre to allow the simulation of different driving situations, such as fast corners, tight hairpins and straights. While a 60 percent scale model of the BMW M4 DTM was still under construction, work was already underway analysing the data gathered. Ultimately, no further test time could be wasted on a configuration that had not previously achieved the desired result. All these steps followed each other faster than before, but with no less accuracy. An old motor racing adage still rings true: every tenth of a millimetre counts in the wind tunnel. These can then be converted into tenths of a second out on the racetrack. Time-lapse video: Wind tunnel work for the new BMW M4 DTM. You can view our time-lapse video of the new BMW M4 DTM in the wind tunnel at the Aero Lab of the BMW Group here: https://youtu.be/42N1_9RuHsQ |
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More power for the engine in the new BMW M4 DTM: Facts on the 500-hp plus BMW P66/1.
More power for the engine in the new BMW M4 DTM: Facts on the 500-hp plus BMW P66/1.
27.04.2017 Press Release Powerful and reliable: these two terms perfectly sum up the demands placed on the V8 engines in the DTM. The six BMW drivers have just one engine each for the entire season. With this in mind, the engineers and mechanics at BMW Motorsport gave top priority to absolute precision during the production phase. Here is the lowdown on the BMW DTM engine, the BMW P66/1. https://mediapool.bmwgroup.com/cache...ock-2250px.jpg Munich. Powerful and reliable: these two terms perfectly sum up the demands placed on the V8 engines in the DTM. The six BMW drivers have just one engine each for the entire season. With this in mind, the engineers and mechanics at BMW Motorsport gave top priority to absolute precision during the production phase. Here is the lowdown on the BMW DTM engine, the BMW P66/1. In 2017, DTM regulations allow a larger diameter – 2 x 29 millimetres – for the air restrictors, through which the engine draws its combustion air. This results in an increase in engine power to over 500 hp. The engine aspirates 260 litres per second – that is 2,000 times as much as a human breathes. The pistons in the BMW P66/1 accelerate 600 times faster than a lunar rocket. The pistons in the engine cover a combined distance that is the equivalent of travelling from Munich to Sydney over the course of a season. In one season, 1.3 million ignition sparks are generated in one engine. The water pump shifts about 19,000 litres per hour. At this rate, it would take just 20 seconds to fill a bath. All the power generated by the engine is transferred to the powertrain and rear wheels through screws weighing just 130 grams. The oil is pumped through the engine roughly 10,000 times in one season. Over the course of the season, enough heat for 60 sauna sessions is removed via the oil. 920 technical drawings were created for the engine. Placed next to each other, this is enough to cover more than a full tennis court. |
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New start in Hockenheim: The 2017 DTM season begins on familiar ground for BMW Motorsport.
02.05.2017 Press Release When the sound of roaring engines rings around Hockenheim (GER) at the start of May, it means one thing to every motorsport fan: the DTM is back. The touring car series kicks off this weekend with the first two races of the 18 that make up the 2017 season. BMW Motorsport will send six newly-developed BMW M4 DTMs in search of more success in the DTM. https://mediapool.bmwgroup.com/cache...dtm-2250px.jpg Munich. When the sound of roaring engines rings around Hockenheim (GER) at the start of May, it means one thing to every motorsport fan: the DTM is back. The touring car series kicks off this weekend with the first two races of the 18 that make up the 2017 season. BMW Motorsport will send six newly-developed BMW M4 DTMs in search of more success in the DTM. The squad of drivers is spearheaded by reigning champion Marco Wittmann (GER), who last year claimed the eighth title of a possible 15 for BMW since returning to the DTM in 2012. With new racing cars and a finely-honed format, the DTM once again promises to provide touring car racing of the highest quality in 2017. The situation: The two BMW Teams, RMG and RBM, and their six drivers have an intense period of preparation behind them. The BMW M4 DTM, which was developed by BMW Motorsport, has proven itself and shown its great potential during tests, including Timo Glock¢s (GER) fastest time at the grand finale of the preparations in Hockenheim at the start of April. Despite this, the pack will be shuffled once again at the season-opener on the 4.574-kilometre track. Traditionally, the first qualifying sessions and race provide the first real opportunity to assess the genuine balance of power with completely new cars. The changes: The race cars are not the only things that are new for the 2017 DTM season. The same goes for many other areas. Softer tyres that degrade more quickly, a more efficient Drag Reduction System (DRS), and such details as a ban on heated tyre covers are among the innovations designed to ensure that greater emphasis is on the driver¢s ability and that the fans are treated to even more action out on the track. As on the Sunday, Saturday¢s race will now also feature a mandatory pit stop in 2017. Both races will last 55 minutes (+1 lap). Each of the three automobile manufacturers involved in the DTM will line up with six drivers. Strict restrictions on radio communication between the team and drivers have also been enforced. The re-start in an Indianapolis-style, two-row grid formation after safety car phases also promises to add to the excitement. Use of the DRS system is limited to twelve laps (36 activations) in all races. Furthermore, points will be awarded to the top three positions in qualifying in 2017: the driver on pole position will receive three points, second place picks up two points, with one point going to the third-placed driver. BMW Motorsport will send two works teams into battle, each with three drivers. Marco Wittmann is joined at BMW Team RMG by Augusto Farfus (BRA) and Timo Glock (GER). Bruno Spengler (CAN), Tom Blomqvist (GBR) and Maxime Martin (BEL) will have their sights set on top results for BMW Team RBM. Glock and Blomqvist¢s cars will be run by combined crew consisting of RMG and RBM mechanics – BMW Team RMR. The expectations: BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt: “I think we are about to witness one of the most exciting DTM seasons ever. In many regards, the series set the course for a successful future over the winter – whether with the development of the new cars, changes to the regulations and format, or bringing a new man in at the top, in the form of Gerhard Berger. As such, we are all really looking forward to the first showdown in Hockenheim. Everything we saw at the tests counts for nothing now. 18 of the top drivers in the world will go head to head in racing cars generating over 500 hp – and in front of what are probably the very best touring car crowds. We are well prepared with the new BMW M4 DTM. Bring on the first two races of the year.” Stefan Reinhold (team principal, BMW Team RMG): “Our team has worked very hard indeed in the final weeks ahead of the season-opener. Following the final tests, we have prepared the three cars for our drivers and set them up as well as possible for the opening races in Hockenheim. We have also spent a lot of time practicing the new pit stop processes, which pose new challenges for our crews. We are delighted to welcome Augusto Farfus into the team as the third driver alongside Marco Wittmann and Timo Glock. He will be a great addition with his experience and speed.” Marco Wittmann (#11, Red Bull BMW M4 DTM – 56 races, 8 wins, 15 podiums, 8 pole positions, 523 points, 2 Drivers¢ titles): “It is obviously very nice to go into a DTM season as the defending champion for the second time in my career – not with the number 1 this time, but with the number 11. I hope that brings me more luck than last time. My memories of Hockenheim are very good. After all, I won the title in my last race there. That was a great weekend.” Augusto Farfus (#15, Shell BMW M4 DTM – 66 races, 4 wins, 12 podiums, 5 pole positions, 345 points): “Pretty much everything is new to me at the start of this DTM season: the team, the car, the engineers, my team-mates, the rules. I have not experienced anything like this since 2012. However, I am really looking forward to this new challenge. All the manufacturers are basically starting from scratch this year. As such, I can imagine we may be in for a few surprises in the first few races.” Timo Glock (#16, DEUTSCHE POST BMW M4 DTM – 56 races, 3 wins, 5 podiums, 1 pole position, 335 points): “We have an exciting season ahead of us, and are all really looking forward to it. I have a lot of positive associations with Hockenheim. I have had a lot of good and, above all, successful races there. My maiden DTM win in my debut season was obviously a bit special. That makes it all the better that we get to go there twice every year. The circuit is tailor-made for the DTM. I always have a good feeling when I come to Hockenheim. I can hardly wait for the race season to finally get started.” Bart Mampaey (team principal, BMW Team RBM): “After a long and busy winter, we are delighted to be going racing again. In Bruno Spengler, we welcome a very experienced and quick driver to the team. He will form a very strong trio with Tom Blomqvist and Maxime Martin. I am particularly looking forward to seeing how the cooperation between our team and BMW Team RMG on the cars of Tom Blomqvist and Timo Glock will work out.” Bruno Spengler (#7, BMW Bank BMW M4 DTM – 139 races, 14 wins, 45 podiums, 17 pole positions, 758 points, 1 Drivers¢ title): “I have been made to feel very welcome in my new team, and am very much looking forward to driving for BMW Team RBM this year. A new team and a new car mean that this season is something of a new start, after last year did not work out so well for me. It is always rather special to go into a season with a new car. I am certainly very motivated to do well.” Tom Blomqvist (#31, BMW Driving Experience M4 DTM – 36 races, 1 win, 5 podiums, 1 pole position, 172 points): “I really like the new design of my BMW Driving Experience M4 DTM. It looks fantastic and is hopefully very quick too. I am intrigued to see how good we are compared to the opposition. The biggest difference to last year will be the tyres, which will degrade faster. Let¢s see who copes best with that at the first race weekend.” Maxime Martin (#36, SAMSUNG BMW M4 DTM – 46 races, 2 wins, 6 podiums, 2 pole positions, 231 points): “I think the new regulations will make the start of the season extremely interesting. The cars have more power and are fantastic to drive. The new tyres make a huge difference and, in my opinion, will make for a lot of different race strategies. I am looking forward to an exciting weekend.” The history: In total, the Hockenheimring has hosted no fewer than 82 DTM races since 1984. BMW has 14 wins, nine pole positions and 38 podiums to its name. The last time a BMW driver climbed onto the top step of the podium was in 2014, when Marco Wittmann won the opening race of the season to claim the 60th BMW victory in the DTM. This was also his first win in the series. Come the end of the year, the BMW Team RMG driver was lifting the trophy as the champion driver. The media schedule: Thursday, 4th May 11:00-13:00, photo and interview session with Marco Wittmann and Augusto Farfus to mark the special “100 Years of BMW” exhibition at Technik Museum Speyer (Am Technik Museum 1, 67346 Speyer). Friday, 5th May 2017 14:30-15:00, ITR Press Conference with Timo Glock, BW-Center Saturday, 6th May 2017 16:45-16:55, mixed zone interviews with all BMW drivers, BW-Center Sunday, 7th May 2017: 9:00-9:20, interview session with BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt, BMW Motorsport Hospitality 17:25-17:35, mixed zone interviews with all BMW drivers, BW-Center The service: BMW Motorsport will offer an innovative Chatbot service for journalists for the first time in the 2017 DTM season. This allows users to receive the latest information directly to their smartphone via WhatsApp Messenger. The information available includes driver statistics, statements and photos. You can register for the BMW Motorsport Chatbot at the following link: http://bit.ly/BMW_Motorsport_Media_Broadcast_EN The media guide: You will find a pdf version of the 2017 BMW Motorsport Media Guide attached to this press release. You will also find a lot of useful information regarding BMW¢s extensive racing programme in a compact format. |
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BMW victorious again at the Norisring after 25 years: Spengler wins, ahead of Martin, five BMW M4 DTMs in the top six.
01.07.2017 Press Release Bruno Spengler (CAN) claimed the first win of the DTM season for BMW in Saturday¢s race at the Norisring (GER). The Canadian¢s first victory since the 2013 race in Spielberg (AUT) was not only a special moment for him, but was also a historic one for BMW. The last BMW driver to win at the street circuit in Nürnberg (GER) was Steve Soper (GBR) in a BMW M3 back in 1992. Norisring. Bruno Spengler (CAN) claimed the first win of the DTM season for BMW in Saturday¢s race at the Norisring (GER). The Canadian¢s first victory since the 2013 race in Spielberg (AUS) was not only a special moment for him, but was also a historic one for BMW. The last BMW driver to win at the street circuit in Nürnberg (GER) was Steve Soper (GBR) in a BMW M3 back in 1992. This latest success also marked BMW¢s 25th victory since returning to the DTM in 2012. Maxime Martin (BEL) finished second to complete the 20th one-two for BMW in the DTM. He had started the race from pole position. Marco Wittmann (GER), Timo Glock (GER) and Tom Blomqvist (GBR) came home fourth, fifth and sixth to round off an outstanding team result for BMW. https://mediapool.bmwgroup.com/cache...rbm-2251px.jpg Qualifying: The 20-minute session at the Norisring developed into a battle for every thousandths of a second. Maxime Martin (SAMSUNG BMW M4 DTM) clocked the fastest time of 47.472 seconds on his final lap to secure pole position, 0.005 seconds ahead of René Rast (GER, Audi). This was the third pole position of Martin¢s DTM career and his first since the Saturday race at the 2015 DTM finale in Hockenheim (GER). This was BMW¢s second pole position of the season and the 58th pole for the manufacturer in the DTM. Bruno Spengler (BMW Bank M4 DTM) was third fastest with a lap time of 47.493 seconds, earning him one point towards the Drivers¢ Championship. Martin was rewarded for his pole position with three points. Tom Blomqvist (BMW Driving Experience M4 DTM), Marco Wittmann (Red Bull BMW M4 DTM) and Timo Glock (DEUTSCHE POST BMW M4 DTM) also qualified in the top ten in fourth, seventh and eighth respectively. In doing so, they rounded off the best qualifying result of the season for BMW. Augusto Farfus (BRA, Shell BMW M4 DTM) was 16th fastest. The race: Shortly before the start of the race, the Norisring was hit by a heavy shower, which resulted in a wet track. Bruno Spengler made a very good start on wet tyres, climbing into the lead from third place on the grid. Maxime Martin initially dropped from pole position into fourth place. However, he overtook René Rast on lap two to move into third. While Spengler was able to pull clear at the front, Martin passes Mattias Ekström (SWE, Audi) to regain second place on lap nine. After 20 laps, the track had dried out so much that all the drivers switched to slicks. Spengler and Martin retained the top two positions after the round of pit stops. Over the course of the race, Spengler pulled away from the chasing pack again. Martin fended off Ekström in a thrilling battle for second place. Marco Wittmann, Timo Glock and Tom Blomqvist worked their way through the field on slicks, ending the seventh race of the season in fourth, fifth and sixth. Blomqvist set the fastest lap time of 48.345 seconds. Augusto Farfus was forced to retire with a technical issue after 11 laps. The reactions: BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt: “It is awesome to win here at the Norisring with Bruno Spengler. This is the 25th victory since we returned to the DTM – and after 25 years without a win at the Norisring. Furthermore, this year marks the 50th anniversary of BMW in Lower Bavaria. It has all come together perfectly. The guys did a mega job. Maxime did superbly to hold off Mattias Ekström, while the other drivers behind him also had superb races. Today showed once again that anyone who makes a mistake at the Norisring will find it very difficult. Fortunately, however, that was not the case for us today. I am very proud of the boys. That was really impressive.” Stefan Reinhold (team principal, BMW Team RMG): “The conditions were a real mixed bag. All in all, it is a great result for BMW. Congratulations to Bart and BMW Team RBM. They pushed hard. I am very pleased for them. We worked hard until just before the start of the race, and I hope we can improve again tomorrow.” Marco Wittmann (#11, Red Bull BMW M4 DTM – Grid position: 7th, race result: 4th place – 63 races, 8 wins, 16 podiums, 8 pole positions, 559 points, 2 Drivers¢ titles): “The race was very eventful – particularly at the start, when it started to rain just before we got underway. I made a poor start and lost some places. However, I was then able to fight my way back towards the front in the skirmishes that ensued. We were running fifth for a long time, and had very good pace. We were possibly a lap or two too early with our stop. That allowed Edo Mortara to overtake me. However, I passed him again in the end and eventually ended the race in fourth place. That is a decent result from seventh on the grid. It has been a superb day for BMW on the whole – with Bruno and Maxime finishing first and second. I would obviously have liked to have joined them on the podium. The wait for a podium result at my home race at the Norisring goes on – but perhaps it will happen tomorrow.” Augusto Farfus (#15, Shell BMW M4 DTM – Grid position: 16th, race result: DNF – 73 races, 4 wins, 12 podiums, 5 pole positions, 345 points): “It is a great shame that we were unable to implement our strategy. I was running fifth when I had to give up. I am obviously very disappointed. However, it was a great race for the other guys.” Timo Glock (#16, DEUTSCHE POST BMW M4 DTM – Grid position: 8th, race result: 5th place – 63 races, 3 wins, 7 podiums, 2 pole positions, 272 points): “It all kicked off around me at the start, and I took quite a big hit. However, the race pace was good after that. I was able to overtake Nico Müller, but could not get past Edoardo Mortara. I was running alright in the dry after the pit stops, then Mike Rockenfeller spun Edo. That allowed us to finish fifth and score some good points, which was important. It was a fantastic race for BMW. I am delighted for Bruno Spengler.” Bart Mampaey (team principal, BMW Team RBM): “That was beyond anything we could have imagined. Maxime¢s pole position was magnificent and a great result for BMW. But the race actually managed to top that. I would like to thank BMW and, of course, the entire team. The pit stops were good again. And what a great start from Bruno! His pace was superb after that too. Maxime initially lost a few positions, but fought his way back to the front. Running first and second allowed us to choose the optimal moment to come in for a tyre change. Maxime showed once again what a great racer he is, battling it out with Mattias Ekström. Today is a good day.” Bruno Spengler (#7, BMW Bank BMW M4 DTM – Grid position: 3rd, race result: 1st place – 146 races, 15 wins, 47 podiums, 17 pole positions, 801 points, 1 Drivers¢ title): “I am absolutely delighted with this win. This is my fourth victory at the Norisring – and the first win here for 25 years for BMW. I am very proud to have achieved that today – and am really pleased for the whole team. They have worked so hard for this, and it has not always been easy for us. However, it finally worked out today. We can really enjoy this now.” Tom Blomqvist (#31, BMW Driving Experience M4 DTM – Grid position: 4th, race result: 6th place – 43 races, 1 win, 5 podiums, 1 pole position, 174 points): “The race was a great one for BMW, but we will certainly not be taking our foot off the gas. All the same, it feels great to score points in the first race. I lost a few positions at the start, but the pace was okay after that. I was right behind Timo Glock at the end, but could not find a way past him. Congratulations to the guys on the podium.” Maxime Martin (#36, SAMSUNG BMW M4 DTM – Grid position: 1st, race result: 2nd place – 53 races, 2 wins, 8 podiums, 3 pole positions, 284 points): “One-two for BMW: that is fantastic. It is a shame I got off to such a poor start. I don¢t know whether it was due to the wet track or something else. However, I was soon able to fight my way back into second place. I was pretty quick in the wet, and was able to overtake nicely. I was also able to set a fast pace in the dry conditions. It was really tough again at the end, but I did enough – and we picked up 18 points for finishing second.” The standings: Drivers: 1. Mattias Ekström (77 points), 2. René Rast (72), 3. Jamie Green (71), 4. Lucas Auer (69), 5. Timo Glock (59), 6. Gary Paffett (55), 7. Mike Rockenfeller (54), 8. Maxime Martin (53), 9. Paul di Resta (45), 10. Bruno Spengler (43), 11. Robert Wickens (42), 12. Marco Wittmann (36), 13. Nico Müller (35), 14. Edoardo Mortara (25), 15. Tom Blomqvist (10), 16. Maro Engel (3), 17. Augusto Farfus (0), 18. Loic Duval (0). Teams: 1. Audi Sport Team Rosberg (143 points), 2. Audi Sport Team Abt Sportsline (112), 3. Mercedes-AMG Motorsport Mercedes me (97), 4. BMW Team RBM (96), 5. Mercedes-AMG Motorsport BWT (94), 6. BMW Team RMR (69), 7. Audi Sport Team Phoenix (54), 8. Mercedes-AMG Motorsport SILBERPFEIL Energy (48), 9. BMW Team RMG (36). Manufacturers: 1. Audi (309 points), 2. Mercedes (239), 3. BMW (201). The service: BMW Motorsport will offer an innovative Chatbot service for journalists for the first time in the 2017 DTM season. This allows users to receive the latest information directly to their smartphone via WhatsApp Messenger. The information available includes driver statistics, statements and photos. You can register for the BMW Motorsport Chatbot at the following link: http://bit.ly/BMW_Motorsport_Media_Broadcast_EN |
Second race, second BMW victory: Maxime Martin wins eventful Sunday race at the Norisring.
02.07.2017 Press Release Following Bruno Spengler¢s (CAN) victory in Saturday¢s race at the Norisring (GER), it was another BMW driver who crossed the finish line in first place at the end of the eighth race of the year on Sunday: after 66 laps, two safety car phases and one red flag, Maxime Martin (BEL) took the chequered flag to claim the 75th success for BMW in the DTM having started from seventh on the grid. https://mediapool.bmwgroup.com/cache...dtm-2250px.jpg Norisring. Following Bruno Spengler¢s (CAN) victory in Saturday¢s race at the Norisring (GER), it was another BMW driver who crossed the finish line in first place at the end of the eighth race of the year on Sunday: after 66 laps, two safety car phases and one red flag, Maxime Martin (BEL) took the chequered flag to claim the 75th success for BMW in the DTM having started from seventh on the grid. Martin backed up third place in Budapest (HUN) and second place on Saturday with his third DTM victory – his first since 2015 at the Nürburgring. For BMW, this was a fitting conclusion to a historic weekend at the Norisring. BMW was victorious in Nuremberg for the first time since 1992 – and, as was also the case back then, in both races. Marco Wittmann (GER), Augusto Farfus (BRA), Tom Blomqvist (GBR) and Timo Glock (GER) finished fifth, seventh, ninth and tenth to complete a fine team result, with five BMW M4 DTMs in the top ten on Sunday. Spengler came home twelfth, having been in contention for a podium finish for long periods of the race. Qualifying: As usual, the grid positions at the narrow street circuit were decided by mere thousandths of a second. At the end of the 20-minute session, it was Blomqvist in the BMW Driving Experience M4 DTM who secured pole position with a time of 47.252 – 0.004 seconds faster than Robert Wickens (CAN, Mercedes). This was Blomqvist¢s second pole position of his career. It also marked BMW¢s third pole of the season and 59th in the history of the DTM. Blomqvist was rewarded for his pole position with three points towards the Drivers¢ Championship. Spengler, in the BMW Bank M4 DTM, ended qualifying in fourth place with a time of 47.305 seconds. Martin (SAMSUNG BMW M4 DTM) and Glock (DEUTSCHE POST BMW M4 DTM) also made it into the top ten in seventh and ninth place. Wittmann (Red Bull BMW M4 DTM) was twelfth fastest, Farfus (BRA, Shell BMW M4 DTM) qualified 15th. The race: Spengler made a good start, which took him into second place. In contrast, Blomqvist dropped back to sixth. Five drivers came into the pits for their mandatory stop after the opening lap including Blomqvist and Farfus. The majority of the field opted for an early stop. By the end of the eighth lap, all six BMW drivers had been in for a tyre change. The strategy, and the rapid work performed by BMW Team RBM, allowed Martin, who came into the pits after lap seven, to climb through the field and join the battle for the lead. The safety car was called into action after 25 laps, following a collision between Mercedes driver Robert Wickens and René Rast (GER, Audi). Martin and Spengler moved into first and second place after the restart. However, contact with another car that was yet to make a stop resulted in Spengler¢s car suffering a puncture. Shortly after that, the race was suspended after a crash involving Gary Paffett (GBR, Mercedes) and Mike Rockenfeller (GER, Audi). After an interruption of around half an hour, the cars were sent back onto the track for the remaining 25 minutes. Maxime Martin led at the restart, with Wittmann third having climbed several places after the safety car phase. The exciting second half of the race saw Martin hold off Auer in the battle for the lead. The Belgian went on to claim the second win of the weekend for BMW. Wittmann came home fifth, just 0.027 seconds behind third-placed Edoardo Mortara (ITA, Mercedes) following a dramatic finish with three cars crossing the finish line within millimetres of each other. Farfus finished seventh to score his first points of the season. Blomqvist and Glock, who had to make an early second stop following a puncture, were ninth and tenth. Spengler fought his way back from last place to finish 12th. The reactions: BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt: “It was an epic weekend for us here at the Norisring. After finishing runner-up yesterday, Maxime claimed a great win today in an extremely exciting, eventful and at times chaotic race. I am incredibly proud of our team. We had five BMWs in the top ten and once again scored a lot of valuable points. A successful weekend, with the one-two yesterday, today¢s success, and our 75th victory in the DTM. We will definitely be celebrating this evening. We hope Rocky makes a speedy recovery.” Stefan Reinhold (team principal, BMW Team RMG): “Marco really wanted to finish on the podium here. We always try to score as many points as possible and battle for every point. Marco gave it his all, but unfortunately it didn¢t quite work out today. At the end of such a demanding weekend, I can only bow to every single person in the team. We gave everything right down to the finish, and finished with all three cars in the points today.” Marco Wittmann (#11, Red Bull BMW M4 DTM – Grid position: 12th, race result: 5th place – 64 races, 8 wins, 16 podiums, 8 pole positions, 569 points, 2 Drivers¢ titles): “The race itself went well. Thanks to our strategy of stopping after the second lap, I was able to make up some positions and was running ninth for a long time. I then climbed six places into third after the restart – what a lap. The other drivers were a little more cautious because of the cold tyres, but I went all out on the attack. That paid dividends; I was on course for a podium finish for a long time. Two laps from the end, Lucas Auer made a slight mistake and I tried to take advantage. As I was doing so, Mattias passed me. It is a real shame that I had to settle for fifth place in the end.” Augusto Farfus (#15, Shell BMW M4 DTM – Grid position: 15th, race result: 7th place – 74 races, 4 wins, 12 podiums, 5 pole positions, 351 points): “I have had to wait a long time for my first points of the season, but I finally have them. Unfortunately, we struggled to find the right set-up at the start of the weekend. Today, however, I had a car I could fight with. Seventh place is okay, especially when you consider where I started from. This is a good start, and I am now hoping to score a lot more points over the remainder of the season.” Timo Glock (#16, DEUTSCHE POST BMW M4 DTM – Grid position: 9th, race result: 10th place – 64 races, 3 wins, 7 podiums, 2 pole positions, 273 points): “That was a crazy race. The most important thing is obviously that nothing bad happened to Gary Paffett and Mike Rockenfeller. It looked very nasty. On the whole, we have to be happy with our result – particularly given the puncture I suffered on the front-right tyre. Gary lent on me a bit, and one of the flicks slit the tyre open. As a result, I had to make an extra pit stop. Usually, the race is over at that point. Fortunately, for us, the safety car made an appearance. That gave me another small chance. I made a few nice overtaking manoeuvres and was able to rescue a point. Congratulations to Maxime, he was strong all weekend. It was obviously an awesome weekend for BMW. I am particularly pleased about that. There was plenty for the fans to enjoy today.” Bart Mampaey (team principal, BMW Team RBM): “Maxime drove a sensational race from seventh on the grid. Our strategy of waiting a little until the traffic in the pit lane had died down before making the pit stop was spot on. The pit stop was fantastic; the guys were really quick. After that, it was down to Maxime to pass Auer. Unfortunately, we then had that big crash, but fortunately Gary Paffett and Mike Rockenfeller are doing relatively okay. After the restart, Maxime and Auer were embroiled in an eye-catching battle. Maxime did a fantastic job and really deserved the win. I am delighted for him. In Tom¢s case, we will have to take a close look to see what caused him to drop so far back down the field at the start. His performance in qualifying was superb, and we picked up more points, but we were obviously hoping for more from that grid position. We must continue to push. On the whole, it was an outstanding weekend for us.” Bruno Spengler (#7, BMW Bank BMW M4 DTM – Grid position: 4th, race result: 12th place – 147 races, 15 wins, 47 podiums, 17 pole positions, 801 points, 1 Drivers¢ title): “The race was going really well at first, and we definitely had a chance of finishing on the podium, if not winning. Our car and our pace were superb. After the restart, Duval completely closed the door on me and there was contact, which caused my puncture. That cost me the race. It is a real shame. Congratulations to Maxime on the win. He drove a strong race. Despite my disappointment, I will take the positives from yesterday¢s win and focus fully on the next race.” Tom Blomqvist (#31, BMW Driving Experience M4 DTM – Grid position: 1st, race result: 9th place – 44 races, 1 win, 5 podiums, 2 pole position, 187 points): “Two points are better than nothing. However, starting from pole, I obviously wanted to be much further up the field and challenging for the win. As such, I am very disappointed. I have had problems with my starts all season, and I did not get away well here either. Then I was unlucky when I returned to the track behind a large group after the pit stop, and dropped right back through the field. There was a very thin line between a top result and a place towards the back of the field today.” Maxime Martin (#36, SAMSUNG BMW M4 DTM – Grid position: 7th, race result: 1st place – 54 races, 3 wins, 9 podiums, 3 pole positions, 309 points): “It was an incredible race. I made a very good start from seventh on the grid and was already fourth by the end of the opening lap. I was third after lap two, after some of the other cars had already been in for their stop. I pushed really hard after that and was able to take the lead after the safety car phase. That was not easy after the red flag and the subsequent restart, but it worked out. I was third in Budapest, runner-up yesterday, and winner today – it is fantastic.” The standings: Drivers: 1. Mattias Ekström (89 points), 2. Lucas Auer (87), 3. Maxime Martin (78), 4. Jamie Green (75), 5. René Rast (72), 6. Timo Glock (60), 7. Gary Paffett (55), 8. Mike Rockenfeller (54), 9. Paul di Resta (53), 10. Marco Wittmann (46), 11. Robert Wickens (44), 12. Bruno Spengler (43), 13. Edoardo Mortara (40), 14. Nico Müller (36), 15. Tom Blomqvist (15), 16. Augusto Farfus (6), 17. Maro Engel (3), 18. Loic Duval (0). Teams: 1. Audi Sport Team Rosberg (147 points), 2. Mercedes-AMG Motorsport BWT (127), 3. Audi Sport Team Abt Sportsline (125), 4. BMW Team RBM (121), 5. Mercedes-AMG Motorsport Mercedes me (99), 6. BMW Team RMR (75), 7. Mercedes-AMG Motorsport SILBERPFEIL Energy (56), 8. Audi Sport Team Phoenix (54), 9. BMW Team RMG (52). Manufacturers: 1. Audi (326 points), 2. Mercedes (282), 3. BMW (248). The service: BMW Motorsport will offer an innovative Chatbot service for journalists for the first time in the 2017 DTM season. This allows users to receive the latest information directly to their smartphone via WhatsApp Messenger. The information available includes driver statistics, statements and photos. You can register for the BMW Motorsport Chatbot at the following link: http://bit.ly/BMW_Motorsport_Media_Broadcast_EN |
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