Getting ready for another lap of Autodromo do Algarve
I had a visit to the Autodromo do Algarve, Portugal, in between Christmas and New Year to say hello to Paulo Pinheiro and the team and see what new things the circuit has introduced since I was here for the A1GP race earlier in 2010.
Although I have know the team at the Autodromo since before they started building, I hadn’t had a chance to do a few laps: I got a chance this week.
If you haven’t ever experienced the circuit, you should. With many blind corners and rises, it’s quite a fun track to get to know. I only had a few laps in a BMW 5 Series GTR and I was hooked. OK, I am a long way from being flat onto the main straight and also completely dedicated through some of the blind corners, but I could have easily been convinced to stay all night and keep perfecting it! Maybe next time…
Mark Preston's illustrious career in motorsports is a testament to his passion, innovation, and leadership. From his early beginnings in Australia, where he developed a love for cars while working on a farm, to his groundbreaking achievements in Formula 1 with Arrows Grand Prix and McLaren, Preston has consistently pushed the boundaries of engineering and technology. His entrepreneurial spirit led to the rapid establishment of the Super Aguri Formula 1 team, built from scratch in just 100 days. Transitioning to Formula E, Preston played a pivotal role in its inception, leading Team Aguri and DS TECHEETAH to multiple championships. Now, as the motorsport director at Lola Cars, he continues to drive innovation with a focus on sustainability, underscored by a new partnership with Yamaha for Formula E. Mark Preston's journey is a remarkable blend of technical expertise and visionary leadership, making him a significant figure in the evolution of motorsports.
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