“The DTM is a fantastic racing series with three strong premium brands, a very
competitive field and a very evenly matched bunch of drivers. I’m really
looking forward to working with the whole Mercedes-Benz DTM team and being
part of another championship challenge.
“Much has changed since my last DTM race in Shanghai in 2010 with new cars, a
new set of rules and a third manufacturer, but what has not changed is my
enormous appetite for success. Mercedes-Benz has given me a car that I can
use to fight for wins and the title. However, I realise that it will not be
easy.
“My competitors already have two years of experience with the new generation
of vehicles, but, starting with today’s first test, I’ll be going flat out
in order to be capable of winning at the Hockenheim season opener in early
May.”
Former DTM champion and McLaren test driver Gary Paffett joins di Resta at
Mercedes. Toto Wolff, Mercedes Executive Director of Motorsport, said he
wanted to sign two experienced drivers to help challenge Audi and BMW.
“Paul Di Resta has been a member of the Mercedes-Benz family for many years,
and we are delighted that he is returning to the fold this season to further
strengthen our DTM squad,” Wolff said.