The DTM is Germany’s most popular racing series, with a history dating back to 1984.
Since 2021, the DTM has been contested with the globally popular GT3 racing cars. The DNA of the series has remained unchanged: It offers absolute top-class sport with top teams and professional drivers in 16 sprint races lasting just over an hour. All races are broadcast live or re-live in more than 150 territories all around the world.
As the organiser of the DTM, the ADAC focuses on proximity to the fans and the core market of Germany. Six of the eight events will be held in Germany, two more in neighbouring countries.
The issue of sustainability is also close to the ADAC’s heart – just like ABT Sportsline’s. The DTM uses a fuel that consists of 50 per cent sustainable components and, according to the manufacturer, reduces CO2 emissions by at least 20 per cent.
ABT Sportsline is tackling the 2023 DTM season with two highly motivated drivers: the two ABT Audi R8 LMS GT3 evo II cars will be driven by Kelvin van der Linde (South Africa) and Ricardo Feller (Switzerland), who were already teammates at ABT Sportsline in the DTM last year. Despite their young age, both are “old hands” when it comes to GT3 racing and the Audi R8 LMS.
Ricardo Feller is regarded as one of the fastest GT3 drivers in the world, having won the ADAC GT Masters with the Audi R8 LMS at the age of just 21. In his first DTM season in 2022, he finished on the top step of the podium for the first time after just three race weekends, and in 2023 ‘Ricky’ was one of the title contenders right to the end. The youngster comes from a family that runs a car dealership in Switzerland. Feller lives in Suhr between Zurich and Basel.
Kempten is Kelvin van der Linde’s second home. Ever since he came to Germany from South Africa as a 17-year-old, he has been supported by ABT. There are few drivers who have more experience at the wheel of the Audi R8 LMS, with which he won the ADAC GT Masters twice and the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring twice. When the DTM switched to GT3 racing cars in 2021, Kelvin van der Linde was the logical choice for ABT.
Ricardo Feller is regarded as one of the fastest GT3 drivers in the world, having won the ADAC GT Masters with the Audi R8 LMS at the age of just 21. In his first DTM season in 2022, he finished on the top step of the podium for the first time after just three race weekends, and in 2023 ‘Ricky’ was one of the title contenders right to the end. The youngster comes from a family that runs a car dealership in Switzerland. Feller lives in Suhr between Zurich and Basel.
Kempten is Kelvin van der Linde’s second home. Ever since he came to Germany from South Africa as a 17-year-old, he has been supported by ABT. There are few drivers who have more experience at the wheel of the Audi R8 LMS, with which he won the ADAC GT Masters twice and the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring twice. When the DTM switched to GT3 racing cars in 2021, Kelvin van der Linde was the logical choice for ABT.
Since 2021, the DTM has been contested with the globally popular GT3 sports cars. ABT has opted for the current version of one of the most successful racing cars in the category, the Audi R8 LMS GT3 evo II. It is based on the production model of the Audi R8, whose V10 engine delivers up to 585 hp in race trim. All GT3 sports cars are powered via the rear axle. As very different vehicle concepts compete against each other in the GT3 category, a so-called “Balance of Performance” ensures maximum equality of opportunity. Performance-relevant parameters such as weight and engine power are determined individually for each vehicle.
With more than 30 car dealerships, the Scherer Group is one of ABT’s most important retail partners. Exclusive special models such as the ABT RS7-X or the ABT XGT are also regularly produced.
The partnership between ABT and SONAX has existed for more than three decades. SONAX is the market leader in Germany and Austria for car care products and services, which the ABT DTM team also relies on.
SÜDPACK is a leading manufacturer of high-performance films for the packaging of food, medical and non-food products as well as for technical applications and is also a partner of ABT CUPRA in Formula E.
The technology company Schaeffler has been an important partner of ABT in motorsport for many years. The absolute highlight was the championship title in Formula E with a jointly developed electric drive. ABT and Schaeffler also work closely together in many other areas.
With its innovative automation solutions, the Allgäu-based specialist machine manufacturer Bihler is one of the world's leading system suppliers in the field of stamping and bending, welding and assembly technology. The family-owned company has stood for cutting-edge technology "Made in Germany" for 70 years.
The owner-managed company from Germany specialises in hotel TV and digital signage and has been successful on the market for more than 20 years. ABT Sportsline is also increasingly relying on KEUK’s innovative infotainment solutions.
H&R is one of the world’s leading developers and producers of sporty suspension systems. The transfer of technology from motorsport plays an important role, just as it does at ABT Sportsline.
One of the most successful developments of URSAPHARM Arzneimittel GmbH from Saarbrücken is the HYLO product family of eye drops and ointments for moisturising the eyes.
Since 2022, Ötztal Tourismus has been using the appeal of the DTM and the popularity of the ABT DTM team to draw attention to its unique holiday region. Obergurgl and Hochgurgl are often referred to as the “Diamonds of the Alps” and are considered snow-sure.
The Austrian company Remus is one of the leading manufacturers of sports exhaust systems, which are also the first choice for the customisation of vehicles by ABT Sportsline.
MAN Truck & Bus Deutschland GmbH offers one of the most comprehensive and innovative product and service portfolios in the commercial vehicle industry. ABT has also relied on tractor units from the Volkswagen Group company in the DTM for many years.
As an expert in motorsport software development, Michael Metzner supports ABT with individual programmes and tools to make the work of ABT engineers at the racetrack and in the Motorsport Centre in Kempten easier.
Ravenol is one of the most powerful lubricant brands for premium products and is recommended by ABT Sportsline for its high-performance vehicles. It is therefore only logical that Ravenol is also used by ABT as a lubricant in the DTM.
Communication between the control centre and the driver can make the difference between victory and defeat in the DTM. ABT relies on the products and experts from Riedel Communications, a leading provider of live production tools.
As ABT’s technical partner, Sabelt equips Marco Mapelli, Jordan Peper, Kelvin van der Linde and the mechanics with high-end racing clothing. The partnership between the two brands also applies to the DTM and Formula E.
The Franconian fashion manufacturer s.Oliver is ABT Sportsline's clothing partner in motorsport. For more than 50 years, the internationally active family business has been producing fashion for "all the moments that life brings".
Tanners supplies the entire ABT team with shoes since 2024. The innovative sports version not only impresses with its appealing design, but also with an innovative sole for optimum performance. With impressive functionality and a 90% recycled material content, Tanners sets new standards in terms of sustainability and performance.
ABT has been working with TM Performance in Italy for many years in the DTM. The company specialises in getting the maximum out of various components in motorsport, such as the brakes.
One of the most successful partnerships in DTM history is being revitalised: In the 2024 season, ABT will field two cars in the striking Red Bull colours. With more than eleven billion cans sold each year, the Austrian company is the world market leader in energy drinks and has been an ABT partner from the very beginning.
With more than 30 car dealerships, the Scherer Group is one of ABT’s most important retail partners. Exclusive special models such as the ABT RS7-X or the ABT XGT are also regularly produced.
The partnership between ABT and SONAX has existed for more than three decades. SONAX is the market leader in Germany and Austria for car care products and services, which the ABT DTM team also relies on.
SÜDPACK is a leading manufacturer of high-performance films for the packaging of food, medical and non-food products as well as for technical applications and is also a partner of ABT CUPRA in Formula E.
The technology company Schaeffler has been an important partner of ABT in motorsport for many years. The absolute highlight was the championship title in Formula E with a jointly developed electric drive. ABT and Schaeffler also work closely together in many other areas.
With its innovative automation solutions, the Allgäu-based specialist machine manufacturer Bihler is one of the world's leading system suppliers in the field of stamping and bending, welding and assembly technology. The family-owned company has stood for cutting-edge technology "Made in Germany" for 70 years.
The owner-managed company from Germany specialises in hotel TV and digital signage and has been successful on the market for more than 20 years. ABT Sportsline is also increasingly relying on KEUK’s innovative infotainment solutions.
H&R is one of the world’s leading developers and producers of sporty suspension systems. The transfer of technology from motorsport plays an important role, just as it does at ABT Sportsline.
Since 2022, Ötztal Tourismus has been using the appeal of the DTM and the popularity of the ABT DTM team to draw attention to its unique holiday region. Obergurgl and Hochgurgl are often referred to as the “Diamonds of the Alps” and are considered snow-sure.
The Austrian company Remus is one of the leading manufacturers of sports exhaust systems, which are also the first choice for the customisation of vehicles by ABT Sportsline.
MAN Truck & Bus Deutschland GmbH offers one of the most comprehensive and innovative product and service portfolios in the commercial vehicle industry. ABT has also relied on tractor units from the Volkswagen Group company in the DTM for many years.
As an expert in motorsport software development, Michael Metzner supports ABT with individual programmes and tools to make the work of ABT engineers at the racetrack and in the Motorsport Centre in Kempten easier.
Ravenol is one of the most powerful lubricant brands for premium products and is recommended by ABT Sportsline for its high-performance vehicles. It is therefore only logical that Ravenol is also used by ABT as a lubricant in the DTM.
Communication between the control centre and the driver can make the difference between victory and defeat in the DTM. ABT relies on the products and experts from Riedel Communications, a leading provider of live production tools.
As ABT’s technical partner, Sabelt equips Marco Mapelli, Jordan Peper, Kelvin van der Linde and the mechanics with high-end racing clothing. The partnership between the two brands also applies to the DTM and Formula E.
The Franconian fashion manufacturer s.Oliver is ABT Sportsline's clothing partner in motorsport. For more than 50 years, the internationally active family business has been producing fashion for "all the moments that life brings".
One of the most successful developments of URSAPHARM Arzneimittel GmbH from Saarbrücken is the HYLO product family of eye drops and ointments for moisturising the eyes.
Tanners supplies the entire ABT team with shoes since 2024. The innovative sports version not only impresses with its appealing design, but also with an innovative sole for optimum performance. With impressive functionality and a 90% recycled material content, Tanners sets new standards in terms of sustainability and performance.
ABT has been working with TM Performance in Italy for many years in the DTM. The company specialises in getting the maximum out of various components in motorsport, such as the brakes.
One of the most successful partnerships in DTM history is being revitalised: In the 2024 season, ABT will field two cars in the striking Red Bull colours. With more than eleven billion cans sold each year, the Austrian company is the world market leader in energy drinks and has been an ABT partner from the very beginning.
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With 75 victories, 251 podiums, five drivers’ and five teams’ championships, ABT is the most successful active DTM team and 2024 will be the 25th season for the team from Kempten in the popular racing series. The success story began with the in-house developed Abt Audi TT-R, with which ABT sensationally won the championship as a private team against the Mercedes-Benz and Opel factory teams in 2002. From 2004 to 2020, ABT was a factory team for Audi in the DTM. In 2007, 2008 and 2009, ABT achieved the only title triple in the history of the DTM. ABT has been successful as a private team in the DTM again since 2021.
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