Rd.3 Brazil Grand Prix 2002

04/04/2002

Valencia Test 2-4 April - Day 3

Allan McNish today concluded a three-day test in Valencia for Panasonic Toyota Racing. The team worked on aerodynamic modifications tyre testing as well as launch and traction control. A problem with the hydraulics restricted running in the afternoon.

Driver: Allan McNish
Car: TF102
Weather conditions: A light morning shower gave way to some sunny intervals in the afternoon. Air temperature: min 12 max 18
Track conditions: Damp in the morning drying out by the afternoon. Asphalt temperature: min 14 max 19

Allan McNish
Laps completed: 56
Best time: 1m13.61s

"Today we did a lot of work including some aerodynamic and some tyre testing. In both areas we have made some improvements for the next Grand Prix and for the future. All together we experienced a range of conditions which worked to our advantage as we had the opportunity to test the car with many different variables."

The Panasonic Toyota Racing team will travel to San Marino next week for round 4 of the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. Testing recommences after the San Marino Grand Prix on 16 April in Mugello Italy.