While the presence of the Vantage GT3 is no surprise given our iconic partnership, this season delivers a major highlight with the arrival of DTM star Nicki Thiim. An official Aston Martin Racing driver, Thiim will race the #007 and brings proven talent and experience, having already made a strong impression with the team — including victory at the 24 Hours of Spa alongside Mattia Drudi and Marco Sørensen.

Nicki shares his enthusiasm:
“After many years, the time has finally come: I will compete in DTM as an Aston Martin factory driver for the Comtoyou and AMR family. It is an extremely demanding championship, and I am a big fan of the DTM racing style, whose intensity is comparable to that of Formula 1. Wearing the Aston Martin colors in DTM is something very special to me. We have already enjoyed great success in the past, and I look forward to continuing on that path in DTM.”

Since 2014, Nicki has claimed numerous titles and victories for the Gaydon-based brand, and now aims to build on the Thiim family’s impressive DTM legacy.

Alongside him, Nicolas Baert returns to the wheel of the #008 Vantage for a second season. After a year of learning punctuated by standout performances — such as at the Norisring — Nicolas is ready to take the next step:
“Together with Gilles Magnus and the entire team, we made tremendous progress in 2025. We now know the circuits, the competitors, and the key factors. DTM teaches humility, but I’m convinced we’ll see British Racing Green at the front — and I fully intend to be part of that! I’m delighted to be back for a new season in such a dynamic format.”