P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Rast fastest as BMW dominates Hockenheim DTM test
Three-time DTM champion Rast impressed with a best time of 1m37.077s at the Hockenheimring, topping the timesheets over his Schubert Motorsport team-mates Sheldon van der Linde and Marco Wittmann. The majority of quickest laps were set during the final three-hour and 55-minute session on Wednesday afternoon. Rast noted his swift return to pace after a six-month break, setting his fastest time at the beginning of the fourth session. Van der Linde closely followed, just 0.137s behind Rast, with the three Schubert BMWs showcasing strong performance, utilizing new BBS-supplied wheel rims. The impressive field also saw Porsche drivers Guven and Preining secure fourth and fifth respectively, with Mercedes and Audi teams also showing competitive times during the productive test days. Overall, the Hockenheim test offered a promising preview of the upcoming DTM season, with various manufacturers and teams displaying their potential as they prepare for further private running at Oschersleben.
