Kelvin van der Linde tests BMW M4 GT3 Evo after Norisring crash

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Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Kelvin van der Linde tests BMW M4 GT3 Evo after Norisring crash

Summary

Kelvin van der Linde returned to the BMW M4 GT3 Evo on July 15, 2026, after an eleven-day recovery from a heavy crash at the Norisring. His team, Schubert, took advantage of a private test day to prepare for the upcoming DTM weekend in Oschersleben. Van der Linde, who experienced bruising from the accident, participated in the test to assess his readiness for competition. The session marks a crucial step in his recovery and team preparations ahead of the event.

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Key Details

•Kelvin van der Linde tested his BMW M4 GT3 Evo after recovering from an accident.
•The test took place on July 15, 2026, at a private session.
•Schubert team prepared for the DTM weekend in Oschersleben.
•Van der Linde suffered bruising but is assessing his readiness.
•This marks a key return for van der Linde ahead of upcoming races.

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10:09 AMMotorsport.com — First BMW test after heavy crash: How Kelvin van der Linde fared

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On Wednesday, eleven days after the heavy crash at the Norisring, Kelvin van der Linde returned to his BMW M4 GT3 Evo. His Schubert team utilized the only permitted private test day of the season with both BMW machines to prepare for their home game at the DTM weekend in Oschersleben. But how did the 30-year-old, who suffered bruising in the accident, fare during his comeback? "I am incredibly ...Keep reading
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