Emil Frey Racing boss Jurg Flach suspects that rival DTM teams are heating tyres without permission, a practice forbidden in the German championship to save energy and costs.
Following last weekend’s Norisring round, Flach raised these concerns after seeing Manthey Porsche driver Thomas Preining win Sunday’s two-stop race with a strong outlap, beating Emil Frey drivers Jack Aitken and Thierry Vermeulen.
Flach mentioned feeling some rivals may not have cold tyres, causing controversy as their car performs well in warm-up, prompting questions about their competitors’ methods.
Preining’s strategy of quick outlaps and fast pit stops raised eyebrows, leading to suspicions of possible rule violations in tire management within DTM racing.
Despite Flach’s concerns, Manthey’s managing director remains unconcerned and has invited inspection of their cars to address any doubts about tire heating practices.
