2012 24 Hours of Nürburgring

Drivers may drive more than one car (2 maximum).

All drivers were permitted to drive 3 hours per stint (maximum) with all refuelling and pit stops included.

All drivers were required to take a MINIMUM REST TIME of 2 hours (whether driving 1 or 2 cars).

[2] New in 2012: There was an exciting new "Top-40" qualifying format for the 40 fastest cars on the starting grid, which took place, Friday, after the first 2 qualifying sessions: "the 40 fastest teams will battle it out on Friday afternoon for the positions at the front end of starting group 1".

[3] As in previous years, the Top 40 Qualifying cars eligible to start, must have flashing lights installed (for better identification of the Top 40 competitors) behind the windscreen on the passenger’s side.