Aston Martin has introduced that former Mercedes sportcar driver Daniel Juncadella will be a part of the Silverstone-based outfit as a simulator driver from 2025 onwards.
The 33-year-old has in depth expertise in single-seaters and sportscars, the place he has most just lately competed for TF Sport within the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC).
He has already commenced his simulator duties in Silverstone, finishing his first session on the season-closing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix when he supported the British outfit from the AMR Know-how Campus.
Juncadella has beforehand labored with the Silverstone-based crew as a Reserve Driver through the 2014 season.
Commenting on his new function, Juncadella mentioned: “I am actually joyful to be becoming a member of Aston Martin Aramco System One Staff as a Simulator Driver.
“The services on the AMRTC are actually spectacular and I can see the ambition and willpower of all people concerned on this undertaking. I stay up for supporting the crew from the campus going ahead.”
Aston Martin crew boss Mike Krack famous: “We’re excited to welcome Daniel to the crew. The function of a Simulator Driver is a crucial one as his suggestions from the simulator will have an effect on automobile growth and our performances throughout race weekends.
“He brings loads of talent and expertise behind the wheel so we now have little question that he’ll grow to be a useful asset for us,” concluded Krack.
Making a mark this vacation season. 💚
Final week volunteers from @Cognizant, @astonmartin, @JCBmachines and our crew joined forces on the AMRTC to create meals packages for households in want in our area people.#MakeAMark pic.twitter.com/c591NeHZkc
— Aston Martin Aramco F1 Staff (@AstonMartinF1) December 19, 2024
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