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Mercedes-AMG continues to face spare parts shortages for GT3

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:12 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Mercedes-AMG continues to face spare parts shortages for GT3

Summary

Mercedes-AMG is experiencing ongoing supply issues with spare parts for the Mercedes-AMG GT3, attributed to the transition of its GT3 program from HWA to in-house management by Affalterbach Racing GmbH as of January 2025. Despite these challenges, teams are collaborating to address the tight situation. This follows a significant restructuring within their operations. The challenges are expected to affect team preparations for upcoming events in the season.

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Key Details

•Mercedes-AMG is struggling with spare part supplies for GT3 cars.
•The transition took place in January 2025 from HWA to Affalterbach Racing.
•Teams are cooperating to manage the shortages effectively.
•The situation affects preparations for ongoing and future racing events.
•Supply chain issues are common in motorsports during restructuring.

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9:12 AMMotorsport.com — Half a year after HWA split: AMG struggles with spare parts shortage

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According to information from Motorsport-Total.com, Mercedes-AMG is still facing problems with the supply of spare parts for the Mercedes-AMG GT3. This is due to the restructuring of the entire GT3 program from long-term partner HWA to the in-house Affalterbach Racing GmbH (AFF), which has been responsible for team support since January 2025. "It is indeed tight, but the teams are helping each ...Keep reading
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Motorsport.comJun 17, 2026, 9:12 AM
Half a year after HWA split: AMG struggles with spare parts shortage
According to information from Motorsport-Total.com, Mercedes-AMG is still facing problems with the supply of spare parts for the Mercedes-AMG GT3. This is due to the restructuring of the entire GT3 program from long-term partner HWA to the in-house Affalterbach Racing GmbH (AFF), which has been responsible for team support since January 2025. "It is indeed tight, but the teams are helping each ...Keep reading

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