Arjun Maini to Drive Ford Mustang GT3 EVO in 2026 DTM Season

HRT Ford Racing's Exciting 2026 DTM Season Ahead

New Delhi, March 12: HRT Ford Racing is set to participate in the 2026 DTM season with the Ford Mustang GT3 EVO, featuring Indian racing talent Arjun Maini as one of its leading drivers. As a Ford Racing Factory Driver, Maini brings a wealth of experience in DTM and plays a crucial role in the team's performance and development initiatives.

The No. 36 Ford Mustang GT3 EVO, driven by Maini, will showcase a refreshed RAVENOL design, now adorned in a vibrant blue and yellow metallic finish. HRT collaborates closely with RAVENOL to develop high-performance lubricants and brake fluids, which are vital for enhancing the car's performance.

Having been a part of the DTM grid since its shift to GT3 vehicles, the 28-year-old Maini has participated in 78 DTM races, achieving three podiums and one pole position with HRT. He has also represented the team in various international GT racing events since 2022.

Since 2025, Maini has been included in Ford Racing's international factory driver lineup and competed with HRT during the inaugural year of the Ford Mustang GT3 in DTM. His extensive background is instrumental in the ongoing development of the vehicle.

Recognized as one of India's leading racing figures, Maini's accomplishments are pivotal in enhancing the global visibility of Indian motorsport.

With the official pre-season test set for April 14 at the Red Bull Ring, HRT Ford Racing and Arjun Maini are in the final stages of preparation for the upcoming DTM season. The season opener is scheduled for April 24-26, 2026, at the Austrian circuit in Spielberg.

Ulrich Fritz, Managing Director of Haupt Racing Team, expressed, “We are highly motivated and well-prepared for the new DTM season. With Arjun, we maintain continuity within the team. He understands the challenges of the DTM very well and will play a key role as we continue to develop the Ford Mustang GT3 EVO and grow as a team. Our collaboration with Ford Racing is excellent, and we are grateful to our partners and supporters who continue to back us this season. We are confident that together we can achieve strong results in the 2026 DTM.”

Arjun Maini shared his excitement, stating, “I am thrilled and honored to be competing in the DTM with HRT Ford Racing for another year—my second as an official Ford Racing Driver. Last season was a valuable learning experience, and we demonstrated our ability to improve throughout the year. I am therefore even more motivated to tackle the new DTM season, especially with the new EVO package for the Ford Mustang GT3. Our goal is to secure victories and podium finishes this year, and I am really looking forward to the start of the season.”