Lexus the third manufacturer in DTM?

The rumors on which manufacturer would join Audi and Mercedes in the Deutche Tourenwagen Masters have been many during the recent years. Since the talks about new rules emerged, the rumors have gone hot again. Lexus is one of the big names in the list of possible interested manufacturers. Fuel has been added to the fire as Lexus has shown a picture of a racing prototype of their IS-model to be revealed at the Tokyo Motor Show.

There is no official information on the prototype, but the splitters and wings look identical to DTM specifications.

TouringCarTimes has received information that there are actual negotiations going on between Lexus/Toyota, the DTM organization, plus Audi and Mercedes.

Audi has recently demanded, according to our information, that if they are going to accept the new rules – a third manufacturer is required to enter the DTM with Audi and Mercedes.

The Tokyo Motor Show starts on January 11th and more information regarding this subject is expected then, stay tuned!