Hyundai Motor to Continue Its Nürburgring 24-Hour Race Journey with 11th Consecutive Entry
Hyundai Motor is set to extend its remarkable presence at the Nürburgring 24 Hours, marking an 11th consecutive year of participation in one of motorsport’s most grueling endurance tests. The South Korean automaker has consistently demonstrated its engineering prowess and commitment to high-performance vehicles through this legendary endurance challenge.
A Decade of Excellence at the ‘Green Hell’
The Nürburgring 24 Hours race, held on the demanding 25-kilometer Nordschleife circuit featuring 154 corners, has become a proving ground for Hyundai’s N performance division. Since its initial foray, Hyundai has maintained an unbroken streak of participation, showcasing the durability and performance of its vehicles under extreme conditions.
According to Hyundai’s official motorsport records, the manufacturer has successfully completed the race for nine consecutive years through 2024, with the 2025 edition marking the tenth consecutive completion. This enduring commitment highlights Hyundai’s dedication to testing and refining its high-performance technology in real-world racing scenarios.
Proven Success in the TCR Class
Hyundai’s Elantra N TCR has emerged as a dominant force in the TCR class at the Nürburgring 24 Hours. The vehicle has secured an impressive five consecutive class victories from 2021 through 2025, demonstrating consistent performance and reliability.
In the 2025 edition, the winning trio of Marc Basseng, Christer Jöns, and Manuel Lauck piloted the Elantra N TCR to victory, completing 130 laps in dry conditions and high temperatures. This triumph followed a historic 1-2-3 finish in the TCR class during the 2024 race, where Hyundai Motorsport achieved unprecedented success by occupying the top three positions in the class.
Engineering Excellence Through Endurance Racing
Participation in the Nürburgring 24 Hours serves as a critical component of Hyundai’s vehicle development process. The extreme demands of the Nordschleife circuit—often referred to as the “Green Hell”—provide invaluable data for refining production vehicles, particularly those bearing the N performance badge.
Hyundai’s technical center located at the Nürburgring, combined with its Namyang R&D Center in South Korea, creates a synergistic approach to vehicle development. Insights gained from endurance racing directly inform the engineering of Hyundai’s road-going performance models, ensuring they meet the highest standards of durability and capability.
Looking Ahead to the 11th Consecutive Year
As Hyundai prepares for its 11th consecutive Nürburgring 24 Hours entry, the focus remains on pushing the boundaries of automotive performance while maintaining the reliability that has become synonymous with the brand’s motorsport endeavors. The upcoming participation will further solidify Hyundai’s reputation as a manufacturer capable of competing at the highest levels of endurance racing.
The continued participation underscores Hyundai’s long-term vision for its N division and its commitment to translating racing success into tangible benefits for consumers through enhanced vehicle performance and durability.
Hyundai Motor to Continue Its Nürburgring 24-Hour Race Journey with 11th Consecutive Entry
Hyundai Motor is set to extend its remarkable presence at the Nürburgring 24 Hours, marking an 11th consecutive year of participation in one of motorsport’s most grueling endurance tests. The South Korean automaker has consistently demonstrated its engineering prowess and commitment to high-performance vehicles through this legendary endurance challenge.
A Decade of Excellence at the ‘Green Hell’
The Nürburgring 24 Hours race, held on the demanding 25-kilometer Nordschleife circuit featuring 154 corners, has become a proving ground for Hyundai’s N performance division. Since its initial foray, Hyundai has maintained an unbroken streak of participation, showcasing the durability and performance of its vehicles under extreme conditions.
According to Hyundai’s official motorsport records, the manufacturer has successfully completed the race for nine consecutive years through 2024, with the 2025 edition marking the tenth consecutive completion. This enduring commitment highlights Hyundai’s dedication to testing and refining its high-performance technology in real-world racing scenarios.
Proven Success in the TCR Class
Hyundai’s Elantra N TCR has emerged as a dominant force in the TCR class at the Nürburgring 24 Hours. The vehicle has secured an impressive five consecutive class victories from 2021 through 2025, demonstrating consistent performance and reliability.
In the 2025 edition, the winning trio of Marc Basseng, Christer Jöns, and Manuel Lauck piloted the Elantra N TCR to victory, completing 130 laps in dry conditions and high temperatures. This triumph followed a historic 1-2-3 finish in the TCR class during the 2024 race, where Hyundai Motorsport achieved unprecedented success by occupying the top three positions in the class.
Engineering Excellence Through Endurance Racing
Participation in the Nürburgring 24 Hours serves as a critical component of Hyundai’s vehicle development process. The extreme demands of the Nordschleife circuit—often referred to as the “Green Hell”—provide invaluable data for refining production vehicles, particularly those bearing the N performance badge.
Hyundai’s technical center located at the Nürburgring, combined with its Namyang R&D Center in South Korea, creates a synergistic approach to vehicle development. Insights gained from endurance racing directly inform the engineering of Hyundai’s road-going performance models, ensuring they meet the highest standards of durability and capability.
Looking Ahead to the 11th Consecutive Year
As Hyundai prepares for its 11th consecutive Nürburgring 24 Hours entry, the focus remains on pushing the boundaries of automotive performance while maintaining the reliability that has become synonymous with the brand’s motorsport endeavors. The upcoming participation will further solidify Hyundai’s reputation as a manufacturer capable of competing at the highest levels of endurance racing.
The continued participation underscores Hyundai’s long-term vision for its N division and its commitment to translating racing success into tangible benefits for consumers through enhanced vehicle performance and durability.