A Red Bull gearbox for Lotus

This year Formula 1 welcomed three new teams. Among them Lotus. Tony Fernandes? team did not expect any wonders from this first season, contested with a car designed too quickly to be effective. But in 2011, the team intends to make a leap forward in performance. Yes, it is no longer a secret, a contract with Renault should be made official shortly regarding the supply of the engine, the Malaysian team announces a partnership with Red Bull Technology for gearboxes and hydraulic system.

“The announcement of this multi-year contract with Red Bull Technology to supply the gearboxes and hydraulics for several years is a huge step forward for us, says Technical Director Mike Gascoyne. First of all in terms of engineering, but also with regard to our ambitions for next year and the championships to come. The gearbox and hydraulic system play a significant role in the performance of the car, not just on the track, but also in terms of the design and the overall package. This agreement gives our aero and design teams a good basis from which to work. »