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Originally Posted by crmalcolm

I think, in your post you've contradicted yourself a bit.

You point out the risks of relying on manufacturers. Then say DTM should look to attract them.
Then, use the time (delaying the inevitable) to create a rule set that is even more reliant on manufacturers?

Relying on manufacturers in any way, either as an entrant or supplier, is a sure way to see the series go further down the pan.

IMO, concentrating on the number of makes, marques or manufacturers ignores the obvious.
In 20 years, they've only ever had 5 manufacturers represented, and never more than 3 at a time. That's what you have previously described as excellent. If that is true, then variety on the grid is obviously not a requirement.

A rule set is needed that attracts entrants, and that needs to be forward thinking, not based around increasingly non relevant technology. Leave history for the historic series.

No, I didn’t contradict myself. I said they should encourage more manufacturers to either supply cars or enter the series, but not be so reliant on full manufacturers being in the series. That’s my view, you have every right to agree or disagree with it.