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Era Motorsport Targets Continued Momentum at Inaugural 12H Nürburgring
Nürburg, Germany (01 Jul 2026) – This weekend, Era Motorsport heads to the newest addition to the 24H Series calendar, the Michelin 12H Nürburgring, for the penultimate round of the 2026 24H Series European Series Championship.
Held on the Nürburgring Grand-Prix-Strecke circuit from 3–5 July, the event marks the series’ first visit to the legendary German venue.
After earning a GT3 Pro-Am podium at the Michelin 12H Paul Ricard in the debut outing for the team’s new Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo, Era Motorsport looks to build on that momentum at the 5.148-km (3.199-mile), 16-turn Grand Prix circuit.
While this marks the first visit to the Nürburgring for the 24H Series, it is far from unfamiliar territory for Era Motorsport or several members of the driver lineup. Oliver Bryant previously competed at the circuit in Blancpain Endurance Series GT3 machinery, while Ryan Dalziel raced there in FIA World Endurance Championship LMP2 competition. Jake Hill also brings Nürburgring experience, having previously raced on the Grand Prix circuit in historic competition before more recently contesting the Nürburgring 24 Hours on the Nordschleife.
The trio will once again be joined by two-time Rolex 24 at Daytona winner Dwight Merriman, as the four drivers share duties aboard the No. 81 Era Motorsport Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo.
Two days of optional testing precede the official race weekend, which begins Friday with a two-hour Free Practice session at 11:45, followed by GT3 qualifying from 16:35–17:30. Racing begins at 12:00 on Saturday for the opening six-hour segment before concluding with the final six hours at the same time on Sunday.
QUOTES
“It’s really exciting that the 24H Series is taking us to the Nürburgring this year. Even the Grand Prix circuit has a lot of history, and it’ll be a lot of fun to tackle it in the Ferrari. The new Evo kit was a big upgrade for us last time out, and now that we have an event under our belts with it, we’re hoping to build on that progress heading into this weekend.”
— Ryan Dalziel, Driver
“I’m excited to be back in the Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo with Era Motorsport and my teammates this weekend. We delivered on the strong pace we’ve shown all season with a podium last time out at Paul Ricard, so we’re hopeful the Evo will be equally competitive at the Nürburgring and allow us to challenge for class honours once again.”
— Oliver Bryant, Driver
“I’m really looking forward to getting back in the Era Motorsport Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo, especially after the strong result we had at Paul Ricard. The whole team did a fantastic job there, and while we just missed out on the overall podium, to come away with a class podium felt like a real achievement for all of us. The Nürburgring is obviously best known for the Nordschleife, but the Grand Prix circuit is still a really cool track to drive. I’ve had quite a lot of Nürburgring experience this year across both the GP circuit and the Nordschleife, hopefully that will help us hit the ground running during Thursday’s test and put us in a strong position for the weekend.”
— Jake Hill, Driver
CAR
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Ferrari 296 GT3
The Ferrari 296 GT3 represents the latest evolution of Ferrari’s GT racing platform, combining advanced aerodynamics, cutting-edge electronics, and a twin-turbo V6 powertrain derived from the marque’s road car technology. Designed specifically for global GT3 competition, the 296 GT3 emphasizes drivability, efficiency, and consistency. Era Motorsport introduced the Ferrari 296 GT3 to its lineup in 2025, debuting the car in international competition in the 24H Series. From its first outings, the platform demonstrated strong pace and adaptability, allowing the team to quickly establish itself as a competitive presence against established GT3 programs. The car’s balance across varying circuits and conditions has made it a valuable addition to Era Motorsport’s expanding GT effort. In 2026, Era Motorsport continues its GT3 campaign with the Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo, building on its experience with the original platform while continuing to develop the upgraded package throughout the season.
DRIVERS
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Jake Hill
United Kingdom
Born on 22nd February 1994 in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, Jake Hill is best known as one of Britian’s leading Touring Car drivers, who now turns his focus on International GT racing, where his pace, consistency and versatility will be key to his success. Now based in Platt’s Heath, Kent, Hill is a member of the prestigious British Racing Drivers’ Club (BRDC), holds FIA Silver grading, and is an A Permit holder for the Nürburgring Nordschleife.
Hill reached the pinnacle of British touring car racing in 2024, claiming the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship title with West Surrey Racing, driving the BMW 330e M Sport. His championship-winning campaign included eight victories, sixteen podiums, and an exceptional twenty-five top-five finishes across the season. That same year, he was recognised with the BRDC ‘Silver Star’ and named AUTOSPORT National Driver of the Year, cementing his status as one of the UK’s elite drivers.
Since making his BTCC debut in 2016, Hill has amassed an impressive career tally of 287 race starts, securing 23 wins, 66 podiums, 14 fastest laps, and 4 pole positions, along with multiple Independent victories. His consistent front-running performances have seen him finish inside the championship top five on multiple occasions, including third-place finishes in both 2022 and 2023, before his title-winning breakthrough in 2024. He continued his strong form into 2025, finishing fourth in the standings with three wins and seven podiums.
Alongside his touring car success, Hill has expanded into GT racing, competing in the 2025 24H Series with Era Motorsport in a Ferrari 296 GT3. Sharing the car with Ryan Dalziel, Kyle Tilley, and Dwight Merriman, he secured a podium at Mugello and multiple top-five finishes across prestigious endurance events including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Spa, and Barcelona. Earlier in his career, he also competed in the British GT4 Championship, achieving a podium at Spa-Francorchamps.
Hill’s career began in junior categories where he quickly established himself as a standout talent. In the Ginetta Junior Championship, he claimed 13 wins and finished as Vice Champion in 2010. He progressed to the Ginetta GT Supercup, where he added a further five wins and 23 podiums across two seasons.
A highly versatile driver, Hill is also deeply involved in historic motorsport, where he has enjoyed significant success at some of the world’s most iconic events. Highlights include victory in the Freddie March Trophy at the Goodwood Revival, multiple wins at the Goodwood Members’ Meeting, and repeated success in the Goodwood Festival of Speed Touring Car Shootout. He has also dominated historic touring car events, notably achieving a clean sweep of victories at Brands Hatch in a 1999 Nissan Primera GT.
With experience across modern touring cars, GT machinery, and historic racing icons—from Ford GT40s to BMW CSLs—Jake Hill continues to demonstrate exceptional adaptability and competitive excellence at the highest levels of motorsport.
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Dwight Merriman
United States
Dwight Merriman is an experienced gentleman driver who has become a consistent presence in international endurance racing competition. Competing in both prototype and GT categories, Merriman has built a reputation for his measured approach, strong consistency, and ability to perform reliably in the demanding environment of endurance racing.
Over the course of his career, Merriman has competed in premier series such as the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and on the global stage at events including the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Racing alongside seasoned professional co-drivers, he has contributed to multiple race wins and podium finishes, playing an important role in team success through consistency and execution across long-distance formats.
In 2026, Merriman continues his involvement with Era Motorsport as part of the team’s Ferrari 296 GT3 program, adding further experience to its expanding GT effort. Known for his disciplined driving style and collaborative approach, Merriman remains a valued member of the lineup as the team competes at the highest levels of endurance racing.
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Ryan Dalziel
Scotland
Ryan Dalziel is a highly respected professional endurance racing driver known for his consistency, technical feedback, and adaptability across a wide range of sports car platforms. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Dalziel built his career primarily in North America, where he has achieved success at some of the world’s most prestigious events, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Rolex 24 at Daytona, and the 12 Hours of Sebring. Over the course of his career, he has earned a reputation as a dependable and intelligent co-driver, capable of delivering results in the most demanding conditions.
Dalziel first rose to prominence in the American Le Mans Series, where he secured multiple podium finishes and race victories. His career spans successful tenures with both factory-backed and privateer teams, frequently serving as a vital link between engineers and drivers thanks to his detailed technical insight. This versatility has enabled him to remain competitive across multiple generations of prototype and GT machinery, adapting seamlessly to evolving technologies and regulations.
A defining chapter of Dalziel’s recent career has been his role with Era Motorsport, where he has been instrumental in the team’s emergence as a front-running endurance racing program. Competing in LMP2, Dalziel brought veteran leadership and racecraft to the team, contributing to two Rolex 24 at Daytona victories along with a series of standout performances. More recently, he has played a key role in Era Motorsport’s expansion into GT competition, competing with the team’s Ferrari 296 GT3 program in Europe.
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Oliver Bryant
United Kingdom
Oliver Bryant is a highly experienced GT and endurance racing driver with a career spanning more than two decades at both national and international levels. Since being named Autosport’s “One to Watch” in 2004, Bryant has competed in nearly 800 races, recording over 240 wins and more than 200 podium finishes across a wide range of categories. His experience includes top-tier GT competition as well as high-profile historic events such as the Goodwood Revival, Silverstone Classic, Spa 6 Hours, and the Classic Daytona 24 Hour.
Bryant’s modern GT racing credentials include multiple front-running campaigns in the British GT Championship and Blancpain Endurance Series, highlighted by a third-place championship finish in Blancpain Endurance in 2014. He has also delivered standout performances in major endurance events, including Pro-Am podium finishes at the Spa 24 Hours and a fourth-place result in the GTE-Am class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. More recently, Bryant secured back-to-back 2.0L Cup titles with Era Motorsport in 2024 and 2025 alongside Kyle Tilley, further underlining his consistency and race-winning pedigree.
In 2026, Bryant joins Era Motorsport as a full-time driver of the team’s Ferrari 296 GT3 program, bringing valuable experience and leadership to its expanding GT effort. Alongside his racing career, he is an established driver coach and development driver.
ABOUT ERA MOTORSPORT
Era Motorsport has deep roots in racing. Founder Kyle Tilley began competing at the age of six, following in the footsteps of his father, and he never looked back. In 2018, he established Era Motorsport in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a vision of delivering unmatched excellence in historic racing.
It didn’t take long for the team to expand into professional sports car competition. By 2021, Era had claimed the first of its two Rolex 24 at Daytona victories and secured a full-time entry in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. In 2025, the team ventured into GT3 racing, entering a Ferrari 296 GT3 in the Creventic 24H Series.
Throughout, Era Motorsport has remained committed to historic racing, expanding its footprint back into Tilley’s home country of England. The team has made multiple appearances at Goodwood, including the 2024 Members’ Meeting, where they fielded seven Shadow Can-Am cars for the Can-Am Cup Celebration and claimed their first Goodwood win in the Graham Hill Trophy.
Looking ahead, Era Motorsport continues to grow its presence across the racing world, ushering in a new era of motorsport excellence.
Era Motorsport
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