Grosjean and Wittmann to test for BMW

Reigning GP2 champion Romain Grosjean and F3 Euro Series runner-up Marco Wittmann are going to test for BMW.
“Romain Grosjean and Marco Wittmann will also get the chance to test for us. Both have shown what they are capable of on numerous occasions in their racing series. We are looking forward to seeing how they handle the BMW M3 DTM,” said BMW Motorsport Director Jens Marquardt.

The duo are going to join BMW at Monteblanco in Spain next week for three days of DTM testing. The test days will also mark Martin Tomczyk’s first ever test with the BMW M3 DTM.

“I am already really looking forward to getting in the car for the first time. It is very exciting to get to know new people in the team and to drive a new car. For me, Spain will be all about finding my feet in the team and familiarising myself with the BMW M3 DTM. At the same time, I also want to start doing my bit towards the development work by offering my feedback. We will all be doing our utmost to ensure that BMW’s return to the DTM is a success,” said Tomczyk.

Andy Priaulx and Bruno Spengler will also be present at the test alongside Grosjean, Wittmann and Tomczyk, sharing the three M3 DTMs of BMW Team Schnitzer, RBM and RMG.

“We now have a very strong squad with four top drivers. This allows us to work productively at the tests and ensure we push ahead with our project. This last test before the end of the year is once again very important to us. Our teams are already set up to function well. Our aim now is to validate the standard parts and complete as much work on the stability of our BMW M3 DTM as possible, so we can concentrate on getting the most out of the car and preparing for the start of the season in the new year,” said Marquardt.