With plenty of racing to come this month, here’s a preview of Porsche Motorsport’s activities in May.
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Next comes the Nürburgring 24 Hours on May 16-17, with another thrilling edition of the Nordschleife classic featuring many prominent Porsche factory drivers.
The following weekend, the DTM heads to Circuit Zandvoort for its second round of eight.
Here’s a full preview of all the Porsche Motorsport activities taking place in May:
IMSA: Monterey SportsCar Championship and Detroit Grand Prix
The Porsche Penske Motorsport team will be fighting to continue its three-race podium run at the next round of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.
After a 1-2 at both Daytona and Sebring, the #6 car took its third consecutive rostrum at Long Beach, while the #7 car holds its championship lead.
The first race of May takes place on May 3, with the Monterey SportsCar Championship at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.
Taking place at the stunning Californian circuit, it is another sprint round, lasting two hours and 40 minutes, across the 3.6km / 2.2mi course.
The #6 car won here last year, and will be fighting for another victory in 2026.
Both cars will sport a special Apple livery for this event as part of the wider 75 Years of Porsche Motorsport programme taking place in 2026.
For more information about the events taking place to mark the occasion, visit our event page
The championship returns for its second event of the month with the Detroit Grand Prix on May 30.
Another thrilling sprint event, the fifth round of 2026 will take place across just 100-minutes on the streets of the Motor City.
Formula E: Berlin and Monaco E-Prix
The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship has a busy month in May, with four races across two rounds.
The Berlin E-Prix double-header comes first, on May 3-4, marking the Porsche Formula E Team’s home race.
Taking place at Berlin’s Tempelhof Airport, this street circuit is a fan favourite, and will be sure to deliver yet more exciting all-electric action.
Both factory cars will sport an iconic throwback livery for this event: the Pink Pig. Read more about the livery
Pascal Wehrlein currently leads the Drivers’ Standings with 83 points, nine clear of his closest rival, while Porsche leads the teams’ and manufacturers’ championships.
The Monaco double-header, rounds nine and 10 of this year’s championship, take place on May 16 and 17.
One of motorsport’s most recognisable and picturesque locations, the streets of Monte Carlo will provide a stunning backdrop for two more thrilling races.
Follow all the Formula E action on our series page
Customer racing: Nürburgring 24 Hours
The 54th edition of the 24h Nürburgring takes place on May 16-17, with the endurance classic returning once more to the Nordschleife.
Over 130 cars will take place in one of the biggest events on the calendar, including Porsche entries across several classes.
Big names including Julien Andlauer, Kévin Estre, Laurin Heinrich and Laurens Vanthoor are among those set to race on the Green Hell.
WEC: 6 Hours of Spa
The FIA World Endurance Championship holds its second round of 2026 in May, with the 6 Hours of Spa on May 9.
The two Manthey Porsche entries head to Belgium after a strong start at Imola, with the #92 car securing a podium, closely followed by the #91 entry in fourth.
Live timing will be available on the Porsche Motorsport Hub for every WEC race this season. Visit the
DTM: Circuit Zandvoort
The DTM season holds its second round of the season in May, heading to the Netherlands’ Circuit Zandvoort from June 6 to 8.
Set in the sand dunes near the North Sea coast line 35km / 21mi west of Amsterdam, this old school circuit has hosted racing for over 75 years.
Manthey Racing heads to the second round of eight with a strong start behind it, and sits third in the standings after the opening round at the Red Bull Ring.
Thomas Preining won the season opener, with all three Porsche entries scoring points in both races.
