LOTUS RENAULT GP new ultra-light “safety kit”

Published on: March 16th, 2011 by ufficio.stampa - Categories: company and products, races and drivers our partners - Tags:,
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For the 2011 Formula 1 season, Lotus Renault GP will use a range of new, ultra-light safety kit developed in OMP’s specialist R&D laboratories in Genoa.

The new gear, designed especially for Lotus Renault GP, includes fireproof suits, shoes, gloves and ultra-light seatbelts, offering a total weight saving of 20% compared with last season.

Eric Bouillier, Team Principal of Lotus Renault GP: ” The search for performance in Formula 1 never stop. Every part of the car is constantly reviewed and we are alwais looking to save weight and improve efficiency. That’s why the work carried out by OMP to improve their products and reduce weight is so important. The overall weight saving of 20% is an excellent result, which, combined with the other improvements we make every week, should help us find a performance advantage at the track.”

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