BMW
The Shell Technical Partnership with BMW Motorsport is the latest chapter in Shell鈥檚 many decades of history in DTM and touring car racing.
Enduring quality - Working in unison to extract maximum performance and efficiency
With BMW Motorsport racing in DTM, Shell鈥檚 products and technologies are put to the test in one of the most testing race disciplines. Our scientists are tasked with delivering long-lasting engine performance in a sport where mere seconds are the difference between first and last place.
The BMW Motorsport engineers continue to collaborate with our scientists in order to develop high-performance oils for use in the BMW Motorsport race cars. With the talent of Sheldon van der Linde behind the wheel, alongside a focus on results and podiums, Shell鈥檚 premium lubricants products are designed to drive performance. Boasting one of the most recognisable cars in the line-up, the technology and research that goes into Shell Helix Ultra race lubricant speaks to our dedication to providing elite performance factors such as minimal friction and wear.
By taking to the track with the support of our Shell Helix Ultra, the BMW driver have stood out in motorsports for decades. The time and effort that we put in on the track is replicated in the services provided to BMW drivers across the world, who can also enjoy the benefits that our expertise has crafted.
Sheldon van der Linde & Augusto Farfus | Teammates
Meet the team
Sheldon van der Linde
Sheldon van der Linde
Sheldon van der Linde is a 19-year-old racing driver from South Africa. He started racing at the age of six in karting in which he excelled far above competitors in his category. His karting career was followed by the next step into the South African Polo Cup championship. Sheldon won in his first season of car racing and to this date remains the youngest driver to win a national championship in South Africa. In 2018, Sheldon received an invitation from BMW Motorsport to attend the DTM Young Driver Test, at which he secured a seat for 2019 with an impressive display.
