09/03/2002

Paul Ricard Test Report 7-8 March 2002

Panasonic Toyota Racing tested the TF102 in a two-day session at Paul Ricard Circuit in the South of France after its first-ever participation in a Grand Prix race. Test driver Stephane Sarrazin carried out his first test for the team. He concentrated on electronic set-ups launch and traction control system as well as new engine specifications. Additionally new aerodynamic
parts were tested.

Driver:	Stephane Sarrazin
Track length:	5.875km
Total distance completed:	851km
Weather conditions:	Sunny with a few clouds on Thursday. Bright sunshine on Friday.

Stephane Sarrazin
"Driving the Toyota TF102 for the first time I am very satisfied with the results we have achieved in this session. The car feels quite good although I had to get used to the left foot brake. We decided to do an engine reliability test that worked out positive. Both engines we used run for more than 400 kilometres before they reached the end of their lives."
Panasonic Toyota Racing will move to the Circuit de Catalunya for its next test session after the Malaysian Grand Prix. Drivers will be Ryan Briscoe on Wednesday 20th March and Mika Salo on 21st and 22nd March.