A SEASON OTHER LIKE NO
THE WORD FROM...
There we have it – another season done! My 9th with the team and they just keep getting better!
We made some big decisions at the start of the year, pulling back from European racing to focus on getting the most possible from our budget to benefit our drivers, and to focus our team efforts around ongoing development.
This meant we’ve had our entire team together over each race weekend, entering cars and drivers in classes and championships based on their level of experience.
There have been so many benefits from this, not least the sense of camaraderie and support across the garage as our drivers have got behind one another, acting as the best possible support crew in the pits.
It’s been a season full of incredible highs, with podiums and silverware again, and again. It wouldn’t be motorsport without our fair share of lows, and I’ve been very proud of how every team member has handled technical issues, disappointments on track or just plain bad luck.
Our rookies have surpassed all expectations, with Caleb delivering an incredible first season, culminating in a class win for the 1 series. Despite missing a lot of the season due to an early injury, Dom has also done fantastically well in his first year.
Asha and Caleb have worked wonderfully together, each showing steady progress, with Noah finishing the season in the McLaren – a wonderful way to mark his progression.
Finally, Aaron and Paul have delivered a season full of silverware and put in a serious bid for the class title. I know they’ll be planning on a strong comeback next year.
As always, we’ve been humbled by the continuous support we’ve received this year from sponsors, fans, and our extended family. We simply wouldn’t be here without you, and we’ll always be grateful to everyone who helps keep us on track.
Thank you as ever and here’s to 2025.
MIKE SCUDAMORE
Team Principal
2024 DRIVER HIGHS AND LOWS
Every race is a rollercoaster of highs, lows and everything inbetween for our drivers. 2024 was no different.
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CLIMBING THE LADDER
Disabled drivers take part in the Disability Motorsport Showcase at Knockhill.
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REBUILDING THE HEART OF TEAM BRIT
A look into the work that continues at the Team BRIT workshop when racing ends.
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A season of learning and development for our rookie drivers Caleb and Noah.
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INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION
As part of Disability History Month, two of our drivers went back to their roots to visit their schools.
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TAKUMA AOKI RETURNS FOR SEASON FINALE Page 07
DISABILITY HISTORY MONTH Page 13 JJ HITS THE BOOKS FOR CAREER SUCCESS Page 17 THE POWER OF PERSONAL SPONSORSHIP Page 20
ROUNDUP SEASON PART TWO
2024 HAS SEEN US BASED FIRMLY IN THE UK, ENTERING OUR CARS IN THE BRITISH ENDURANCE CHAMPIONSHIP AND BRITCAR TROPHY CHAMPIONSHIP.
Check out the last edition of our ezine for our season round up to round 4 at Silverstone.
The second half of the year didn’t disappoint, with our drivers delivering epic drives and collecting points round on round until the season finale at Snetterton.
We also saw drivers moving up to faster cars, and welcomed a special guest!
Let’s look at what happened...
SEASON ROUND UP PART TWO
ROUND 5
DONINGTON
AUGUST
It was back to Donington for the penultimate round of the season.
Aaron and Paul qualified P3. Aaron then started the race for the pair on Saturday but was driven into by a Porsche with an optimistic overtake attempt causing a puncture, forcing him back to the pits for a tyre change.
In true Aaron style, he didn’t let it get him down and he pushed back with everything he had, eventually claiming P1 before handing over to Paul.
Determined to hold the lead, Paul drove his heart out, but unfortunately received a stop-go penalty, sending us back to P3 where we started!
Dom returned to racing having been away from the track due to an injury at the start of the season, joining Caleb in the 1 series. Noah took on the two races solo in the M240i, as Asha sadly missed this race due to a family bereavement.
Both BMW teams qualified in P2 on a gloriously sunny Sunday, before taking on two 50-minute races each.
Race 1 was an absolute thriller in front of a massive crowd. Both cars launched off the line with epic starts, grabbing the
lead in their respective classes. Noah got involved in a fierce battle early on, holding off the Audi TT of Rob Ellick, but the Audi just managed to edge ahead. Noah held steady in 2nd place, clocking fast and consistent lap times like a pro.
Meanwhile, Caleb in the 1 series was on fire, blazing past rivals to take the class lead. As the race heated up, the Ginetta G40 got the jump on our BMW, but the pair didn’t back down.
During the pit stops, Noah kept his cool and brought the M240 home 6th overall and 2nd in class.
Dom was on a mission to close the gap on the Ginetta when he began his stint, pushing harder than ever, but he just ran out of time, bringing the 1 series home 2nd in class.
Their efforts were finally rewarded when they gave it everything in race 2, taking home P1 in class!
Over in the M240i, Noah took P2 again, a great solo effort.
ROUND 6
SNETTERTON
SEPTEMBER
What a special weekend to conclude the season.
It was all change to our driver line-up and the reappearance of our second McLaren.
Noah had the chance he’d been waiting for, getting behind the wheel of the McLaren for the first time, teaming up with guest driver from Japan, Takuma Aoki. Takuma had previously joined us for a race in 2023 and was set to enjoy a Team BRIT experience yet again.
Caleb was promoted to the BMW M240i having impressed the coaches and crew round on round, teaming up with Asha. Dom then partnered with long-term Team BRIT driver, Bobby Trundley in the 1 series.
Saturday saw the McLarens on track with Aaron and Paul qualifying P2 and Noah and Takuma in P3.
Aaron and Paul then had the race of the season. Paul surged into the lead right from the start, immediately challenging the BMW GT4.
Takuma had a steady start, closing the gap on his rivals.
The first half of the race was packed with epic battles, with Paul trading places with the Jaguar F-Type lap after lap. Takuma, getting quicker every lap, climbed up the standings, running as high as 4th overall before making his first mandatory pit stop to have over to Noah.
Both pit stops were flawless! In the second half of the race, Aaron rejoined in 3rd overall, leading the GT4 class, but with the BMW GT4 hot on his heels. With a gap of over 20 seconds, he drove his heart out to maintain the lead.
As the race neared the final stages, the BMW gained ground, eventually taking the class lead at the Agostini Hairpin. Aaron brought it home 3rd overall and 2nd in class.
Noah stormed round the track right from the start, getting
faster and faster, setting the car’s fastest lap of the race. His excellent performance brought them home 3rd in class and 5th overall.
Noah went on to be named ‘driver of the day’ by race organisers.
On Sunday it was the turn of the BMWs. Dom and Bobby couldn’t have started better with a P1 in qualifying. Caleb and Asha also didn’t disappoint, qualifying P2.
It was then silverware all round with a P1 in race 1 and 2 for Dom and Bobby and a P2 and P1 for Caleb and Asha.
Dom and Bobby’s performance then sealed the class win for the BMW 1 series.
Asha was later named the championship rookie of the year.
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JAPANESE SUPERBIKE
SEASON FINALE RACER RETURNS FOR
Former Japanese superbike champion, Takuma Aoki from Tokyo joined us for the final race of the year at Snetterton in September.
Takuma is a former motorbike racer, who competed in the World Superbike Championship in the 1990s, before winning the All Japan Superbike Championship in 1996 and coming 5th in the world championships with Honda in 1997.
In 1998, he was involved in a crash which left him paralysed below the waist, and has since gone on to support disabled drivers into motorsport.
Takuma first joined us last year, pairing up with Aaron Morgan for the season finale at Donington where they finished 4th in class.
This year, Takuma paired up with Noah Cosby as he got behind the wheel of the McLaren for the first time. The pair qualified 3rd in class before taking on the final race of the season, in which they finished 5th overall and 3rd in class.
“We had some technical troubles in the qualifying round, which affected us until the final race. The machine’s operation system was even better than last year though, so I’m looking forward to seeing how it evolves for the next race.
“I really enjoyed racing with Noah, who is a very young and bright kid. It was refreshing because he is younger than my child. He understood the car quickly. If I have the opportunity, I would like to work with him again.
“I hope to come back to race with the team again in 2025.”
Since his injury, Takuma has worked with Honda, helping them develop cars for disabled drivers and he runs a racing school for people with disabilities.
Takuma said: “I was really excited to return to the UK to race as part of Team BRIT once again.
He now drives specially adapted cars and has competed in major events such as the Le Mans 24 Hour race as part of Frederick Sausset’s SRT41 team in 2021, and won the Asia Cross Country Rally Championship in 2023.
DISABILITY MOTORSPORT SHOWCASE
AT KNOCKHILL
More than 20 disabled drivers from across Scotland have experienced the thrill of the race track after a ‘disability motorsport showcase’ held with our partners at Knockhill Circuit on the 25th September.
Drivers including 16-year-old Ally Chalmers from Glasgow – the first ever wheelchair user to take and pass their race licence test in Scotland, and 19-year old Bryn Hauxwell from Shetland, all came together to enjoy unique access to world-class technology and teams of expert racers to welcome them into the world of racing.
The event saw us teaming up with partners Disability Motorsport Scotland (DMS), Spinal Injuries Scotland, Minimax Motorsport and the team at Knockhill, to help disabled drivers learn more about the opportunities and technology available, and to introduce the teams and organisations that can help with entry to the sport.
As part of the event, our drivers and those from DMS, spent time on track, as well as members of Spinal Injuries Scotland.
16-year-old Ally Chalmers from the south of Glasgow, broke his neck, collar bone, ribs and back during a skiing accident in 2022 and has now got his sights set on becoming a racing driver. He is the first disabled driver to sit his Association of Racing Driver Schools (ARDS) test in Scotland, supported by MiniMax.
Ally said: “The Team BRIT hand controls are a game changer for racing, you can’t be competitive without them. It was brilliant to welcome Team BRIT to Scotland and to see them work with DMS and MiniMax to create such a brilliant event. There was a real community buzz throughout the day, and lots of other people at the track were keen to find out what we were up to.
“Driving the team’s BMW with their driver Paul Fullick was amazing. I’m so excited for the future – this has given me something to fill my need for a high paced, competitive sport. I hope to continue my training and work towards a season of racing with MiniMax next year.”
19-year-old Brynn Hauxwell travelled 350 miles from the Shetland Isles to attend the day. Brynn is autistic and has ADHD, severe asthma and fixed ankle contractures which means he uses a wheelchair. Brynn is a massive motorsport fan and keen sim racer. He is working with DMS to establish a Sim racing academy and also hopes to help improve access to sports for those in rural communities.
Brynn said: “Ever since I can remember I have loved competition and racing. In 2017 I found my real passion for motorsports after sim racing with a friend and just wanted to get even more involved.
“A few years ago I wanted to try karting but was refused due to my disabilities, because of that I thought that I would never be able to compete in any racing events apart from wheelchair racing, which I was already involved with. Everything changed when I met Colin and the DMS team who introduced me to the adrenaline rush of racing around the Knockhill Racing Circuit. DMS showed me that it is something I could achieve with the right support, practice and dedication.
“My motorsport goals are not only to compete in racing on track, as that has always been my dream, but also virtually via SIM racing and I would love to become a coach in the UK to find and train the next generation and prove to them that disabilities don’t have to hold you back.”
Ally, Brynn and other guests spent time meeting current Team BRIT and DMS drivers, and testing out our hand control technology on a top of the range simulator.
Team BRIT Team Principal Mike Scudamore said: “What a fantastic day we had with our Scottish partners and friends at Knockhill. We regularly race and test at circuits across England, but have yet to spend time in Scotland, so it was great to spend time over the border and to meet so many new people.
“The feedback from our guests was extremely positive and I know a lot of drivers got so much out of their time on our sim and out on track. We’re always looking for new potential rookie drivers, and new sponsors and supporters, so hope to continue to build our Team BRIT family in Scotland.”
MiniMax Team Principal Scott McKenzie said: “It was great to see so many people attend the first disability motorsport showcase at Knockhill racing circuit. The atmosphere around the paddock and pit lane was buzzing. After helping Ally get through his ARDS test and become the first wheelchair user in Scotland to do so, Minimax Motorsport hope we can inspire others to get in touch with us and follow in Ally’s tracks to take the first stage of being on a grid in the future.”
Chairman of Disability Motorsport Scotland, Colin Duthie said: “We’re delighted to work with MiniMax Motorsport and Team BRIT to further disability motorsport in Scotland.”
LADDER CLIMBING THE
2024 has been a season of learning and development for all our drivers, but particularly so for rookie Caleb McDuff and for Noah Cosby in his second season.
This was Caleb’s first ever season with team, having had extensive experience in karting and junior championships. He began the year racing in our BMW 1 series, but by the end of the season, got behind the wheel of the M240i and now has his sights set firmly on GT4s.
Noah has experienced super quick progression, having completed his rookie year in the Citroen C1, before moving right on up to the BMW 240i and finishing the season in the McLaren. The cars are worlds apart, and now he has a taste of GT4 life, he doesn’t want to let it go. We caught up with both drivers to find out just what this year of progression has felt like.
CALEB
“Joining Team BRIT and driving the 1 Series was a steep learning curve, because I went from low power, front wheel drive, to 300 brake, rear wheel drive, which is a big difference. The main differences between the car I was driving previously and the 1 series were the greater power and generally being more competitive. Also, a rear wheel drive requires a different driving style, so much smoother driving is needed.
Racing in endurance when I was so used to sprint is also a big change. In sprint, once the lights go green, it’s all on the driver. Endurance is a constantly evolving race. Having the support of a good team, and good communication is important. As a Deaf driver, this took some working out to find solutions that worked. I think I’ve learnt fast and got to where I need to be to pick up the pace quickly. This was thanks to a team that is very supportive, and had the same motivation as me to get good results.
When I found out I would have the chance to drive the M240i, I was well pleased and grateful to have the opportunity to be in the seat so much earlier than planned, and to know what it will be like driving the 240 if that’s the car I get to drive next year. It meant a lot because the team trusted me and gave me the opportunity early. It was the best ending to the season.
It was nerve wracking at first for the first couple of laps, but once I got my head around it, that’s when I knew I could do my fullest in the car. It felt great being in a high speed car. The main differences between the M240i and the 1 series are how strong the brakes are, how quick the speed picks up and the grip when cornering. I’m a big BMW fan, so it was great to drive two different BMW models through the season.
I work a lot with Mikey Broadhurst, he’s a very good driver coach. He goes through all the data with me, tells me where I am strong, and tells me where I could find more pace. And he’s always patient and gets me to where I need to be in terms of driver performance.
Looking ahead, hopefully I’ll get further up the motorsport ladder. I have my sights set on one of the team’s GT4 cars, but let’s see what happens there. But I just love to race.”
NOAH
“Driving the M240i made me realise how much the setup of a car really does matter. I assumed that the BMW would have been much scarier due to the huge power increase, however it felt so much more intuitive to take to the limits around a track. It’s a completely different beast, but in my head, rwd made complete sense whereas fwd made none!
I’ve had a very steep learning curve and I’m pleased that I’ve managed to keep up with its incline. With new challenges at every track, I was able to hone new skills from each race and secure them through the rest. I’ll often watch races from early in the season and cringe at mistakes I had made!
When I found out I was going to be driving the McLaren in the last race, honestly it didn’t feel like real life. I looked at the Mclaren when I’d first signed with the team, and the idea of being able to race it felt like a pipe dream. I couldn’t even fathom the idea of it. Now that it’s a reality, I still almost can’t.
I was nervous, but I think nerves come with any changes in life, regardless of whether they’re positive or negative. The nerves you get from a positive change however, are exciting and prepare you for new doors to be opened and explored. I know I’ll have lots to learn in the Mclaren, but that’s what gives me my drive.
I had a day of testing beforehand to give me a moment to get to grips with the basics of the car with Jamie Falvey, our coach. However, I tend to thrive under pressure so being dropped straight into the race the next day was my real test.
At first, all I could think about was the novelty of being the pilot of a GT4 McLaren! However, once I started to push the car, the biggest change from the BMW, was the sheer increase of grip that the McLaren had. I really had to take a minute to trust what slick tyres could do. The second contrast between the cars was have the centre of mass towards the rear of the car rather than the front, the McLaren being a mid-engine chassis. Having the weight always try to overtake you on corners was an interesting new sense.
It means the world to me to be given the opportunity, as it proves to myself how far I have come since signing. I’m the hardest person on myself and often find it hard to appreciate my growth. So simply being given the opportunity by the team to drive their pride and joy gives me some of that confidence in myself.
Looking onward to next year, my hopes are to simply keep progressing at the same pace I did in the season just gone. I think it goes without saying that I want to bring more silverware home aswell, but ultimately I want to be as one with the car as possible. I really want to show the world what I can achieve.”
DISABILITY HISTORY MONTH: DRIVING CHANGE TOGETHER
As we go to print, we’re in the middle of Disability History Month, which takes place this year between November 14 th and December 20 th and is a key time to reflect on the challenges, victories, and battles faced by disabled people throughout history.
The annual event began in 2010, with an aim to raise awareness of the efforts and achievements of people with disabilities, whilst also shining a light on the matters impacting disabled people today.
Historically, motorsport has often been largely inaccessible for disabled drivers. Over the years, we’ve worked to change this by providing opportunities and enablers to equal access, so that people with disabilities can compete equally alongside their able-bodied peers. We’ve achieved this through our state-of-the-art technology, but also through challenging the status quo, calling out inequality, and lobbying for change where access was being prevented by out dated policies or regulation. Team Founder Dave Player wrote on this very topic in a blog for Disability History Month last year.
Disability sport has of course seen massive change and development over recent decades. Since the establishment of the Paralympics in 1948, there has been a noticeable shift toward the inclusion of disabled athletes in mainstream sports, and it
is right that every year, the paralympics attracts larger and larger audience figures as adaptive sport becomes more mainstream and disabled athletes build profiles that are rightly on a par with their able-bodied peers.
In our own team, nothing ever stays still. We’re constantly innovating and pushing boundaries to open doors. That simple set of hand controls developed for karts has evolved into the most advanced hand control system in the world.
This year, we welcomed a Deaf driver for the first time, meaning we had a need to develop a technology we had never considered before. A miniature microphone system which enables our pit crew to communicate with him via his cochlear implant – something that has never been possible for him when racing before. This means he does not have to remove his implant and can safely race with full comms. Going forward, we’re looking to innovate further for more enhanced solutions for deaf drivers.
Our commitment to addressing these challenges goes beyond the track. Each driver who competes and each race that is won serves as a reminder that disability offers a unique perspective that shouldn’t be seen as a barrier. As we reflect on the past during Disability History Month, and consider today’s world, we look forward to continuing to promote change in motorsport and beyond.
A STRIPPED BACK FOR SUCCESS: REBUILDING THE HEART OF TEAM BRIT
BY TEAM BRIT ENGINEERING DIRECTOR AL LOCKE
s the racing season draws to a close, the atmosphere in the workshop shifts. For us on the engineering team, the season can often feel like it goes on forever—late nights, long hours, weekends away, and the constant pressure. But somehow, it also feels like it passes in the blink of an eye. When it’s finally over, there’s a moment of respite, a brief pause to catch our breath and relax. But let’s be honest, none of us got into motorsport for the relaxation. That feeling of calm doesn’t last long. It quickly turns into desiderium—the longing to get back out on track. We miss the action, the people, the challenge, and the buzz of the race weekend. Within days, we’re all asking the same thing. Can we go racing yet?
Once the cars are back in the workshop after the season ends, the real work begins. Winter is when we focus on three core areas: safety, performance, and durability. These categories often overlap, and work in one area can impact the others. For instance, improvements aimed at performance often affect durability, and vice versa. Our challenge is to balance these factors to ensure the car is ready for the next season.
(like crack checks) and are less urgent. Then, we apply our budget to the most critical tasks. There’s always a balancing act here—while we’d love to replace every part showing signs of wear, we must be realistic about what we can afford.
When it comes to improving the cars during the winter, we’re somewhat limited by the rules. For the McLarens, we can’t make major changes to the hardware because of homologation restrictions. Instead, we focus on optimising the car’s setup. We adjust things like camber, toe, spring rates, and roll bar settings to match the driver, the circuit, and the conditions. While we can re-analyse data and video from the previous season to find optimisations, most of the real improvements come during testing and racing. That’s when we apply changes based on realworld feedback and finetune the setup throughout the season.
The first priority is always to strip the cars down completely. Every component is thoroughly cleaned and inspected. From there, we follow a decision-making process to determine when parts need to be replaced. Some components, like the exhaust link pipes from the turbo, have a fixed life of around 3500 km before they need to be replaced. Other parts, like the gearbox, last longer—around 15,000 km—but can be replaced earlier if inspection or data analysis suggests it’s nearing the end of its life. Some parts start showing signs of wear and need replacing before they fail, which is why we always aim to catch potential issues early.
The decision to replace parts is a collaborative process between the engineer and mechanics. We use a mix of data and physical inspections to make the best call, and it’s rare that we let a part stay on the car long enough to fail. Our priority is always safety and reliability, so we aim to address potential problems before they become real risks.
Once the cars are stripped down, we assess the condition of every component. Some parts are an obvious “must change,” while others pass non-destructive testing
The BMWs are a different story. These cars are designed and built in-house, so we have more flexibility to make upgrades, as long as the budget allows. This winter, we’ve made some improvements to the cooling system, done some wiring updates, and redesigned the differential lubrication and breathing systems. These upgrades may be small, but they’ll make a big difference when it comes to performance and reliability.
Operating with a smaller budget than many other teams is part of our identity at Team BRIT, but it’s also what drives us to be creative. We’re always looking for ways to maximise every opportunity. This means spending time researching cost-effective solutions, building things in-house where we can, and working closely with our partners to leverage their expertise and technologies. Over the years, we’ve built a network of engineers and collaborators who help us find innovative solutions to the challenges we face. It’s a two-way relationship—while we benefit from their input, we also help them with their projects, keeping the creative juices flowing on both sides.
The drivers don’t need any encouragement when it comes to staying engaged during the off-season. They miss the racing as much as we do. Winter gives them the chance to dive into their own data, review video footage from the season, and put in hours on the simulator to keep their skills sharp.
They also take time to familiarise themselves with the rules and regulations for the upcoming season and build relationships with sponsors and partners. Winter is also when they create content for social media, engaging with fans and staying active in the public eye. It’s a busy time for them, preparing for the season ahead, even if they’re not behind the wheel.
While the focus of the workshop is always on racing, we do occasionally take on side projects. This winter, for example, we’ve been working with Tunley Environmental on building a Fiat EV. It’s not a typical motorsport project, but it’s an exciting challenge and an opportunity to apply our engineering skills in new ways. In addition to these projects, we also have a list of maintenance tasks for our own equipment. The fuel rig we use for pitstop refuelling, the wheel guns, the air systems, even the truck and trailer—all of these need regular checks and servicing. Winter is the perfect time to give everything the attention it needs so we’re ready for the next race season.
We’ve also been putting time into improving the workshop itself. We’ve reorganised our storage systems, including our fantastic Bott cabinets, and restructured the parts and consumables storage on the mezzanine floor. One of our goals is to enhance the reception area, making it a more functional space. We plan to incorporate Blazepod reaction training pods and our VR simulators into that area to keep our drivers sharp during the off-season. There’s still a lot to do on the cars, so some of these plans may have to wait, but it’s exciting to have new projects on the horizon for the workshop.
At the end of the day, winter is a time of rebuilding—both the cars and the team. It’s a quieter time, but also a crucial one, as we prepare for the challenges ahead. And, of course, the excitement of the new season is never far from our minds. It won’t be long before we’re back at the track, ready to do it all over again. I hope to see many of you there.
JJ HITS THE BOOKS
C FOR CAREER SUCCESS
hief Mechanic JJ Spencer has just been successful in obtaining a BSc hons in motorsport engineering.
JJ undertook the online course with the National Motorsport Academy. The course is underwritten by De Montfort University and is a self-study style with support from lecturers.
JJ explains: “I started the course a few years back, when I had reached a bit of a dead end in my previous role. I thought at the time that it was the only way to get into motorsport. I was also signed off work following an injury so thought it would be a good way to spend my time productively.
“The course was module-based, with different lecturers for each. The academy also runs a car in the GT Cup to give any students work experience if they don’t have the access that I do.
“Some of the major learning points for me have been around data acquisition and analysis, as well as engine development and simulation processes.
“The topics covered have really helped me get to the position I’m in now, from working in a Fast Fit centre to being a chief mechanic within 4 years, alongside my studying.
“With Al’s help and guidance, I hope I can continue to develop my skills to improve the quality and performance of the mechanical team on and off the track.
“Looking forward, I don’t have one clear goal right now, but I’d like to gain experience in race engineering in GT cars, as well as single seaters.”
2024 DRIVER
HIGHS & LOWS
If you’re not in the garage at a race, you’ll probably only see and hear the snippets we share online. In reality, every race is a rollercoaster of highs, lows and everything in between. When you then look back over the whole season, there probably isn’t a single emotion that isn’t experienced as a driver or crew member!
We asked each of our drivers for their high points and their most challenging points of the season...
CALEB MCDUFF
HIGHLIGHT
Highlight of my season? Can I have two? The first win in class in the BMW 1 series - and at Silverstone of all tracks to get it! An amazing feeling that we as a team worked so hard to achieve.
Then…being asked by the team to step up to the 240i for the last race weekend. That machine is an animal !! And working with Asha that weekend was great, getting to learn from another driver’s style is always important for me, and Asha is such a good role model.
BIGGEST
CHALLENGE
I’d say the most challenging part of the season was adapting my driving style to suit the higher power cars that I raced this year. In 2023 I raced in the JSCC which is a front wheel drive Citroen Saxo, around 110bhp. I jumped right into the 1 series in my first race weekend at Donington, with no pre-season testing. The car was around 250bhp, and rear wheel drive, so I had to learn quick. Then again at the last race of the season, straight into the BMW 240i, which I think is around 400bhp.
To summarise, there is always something to learn in the racing world, you never know everything. But Team BRIT is the right team to give you the tools and answers that you need to up your game.
BOBBY TRUNDLEY
HIGHLIGHT
My highlight of this year was helping develop young and upcoming drivers on the team throughout the season and supporting Sandro Ballesteros in the Audi TT for the Club Enduro Championship.
BIGGEST CHALLENGE
The low was not being able to get the result I wanted with Charles Graham at Silverstone. It really meant a lot to me to get that good result for him, so it was absolutely gutting to not have it come through.
It’s been a different year for me, spending most of it away from Team BRIT, supporting Sandro Ballesteros as an autistic super team in Club Enduro. Sandro has been like a little brother to me for many years, so it’s been an honour to mentor him, but also race alongside him. It was brilliant to still get some race time with Team BRIT however, I’ve loved every part of that and am hoping to be back full time with the team in 2025.
AARON MORGAN
HIGHLIGHT
Definitely starting on the front row at Silverstone. My qualifying lap was a big thing for me. Competing in rain has always been a weak point of my racing, but I was able to put everything I had learnt together on this lap and earned a front row start ahead of some of the higher class cars.
BIGGEST CHALLENGE
Dealing with the brake fire at round 1. The start of the Donington race was tough, with an unexpected rain shower. I managed the conditions well on the dry tyres, holding the class lead after starting on pole. Everything was going great when Paul took over during the driver swap, and he was driving amazingly, but then the car failure robbed us of a victory. But this is motorsport so this type of thing can happen.
Overall, it’s been a brilliant year. I’ve taken so much away from every race –from the victories as well as the times we’ve missed out on silverware. It’s also been amazing having the whole team together every race weekend, which has really built on our team spirit.
PAUL FULLICK
HIGHLIGHT
The win at Snetterton, as it was the first P1 in the McLaren for me. Everyone and everything came together in the moment to get us across the line and we managed it in front of a huge bunch of our supporters that we were able to celebrate with.
BIGGEST
CHALLENGE
There hasn’t been a low for me, even if I really try I can’t think of a moment I’ve not enjoyed or learned from. The biggest challenge has been to manage the worry about putting in a good performance and not let down the hard work of the rest of the team, this is very much a driving factor though, and I enjoy having that constant pressure to work hard at making sure we get good results.
It’s really easy to pick highs and challenges from a season, the results on track speak for themselves, but for me, the real wins are harder to quantify. This year we have made great efforts to outreach to others with injury or disability. Through HQ visits, school trips, race visits, talks and charity events we’ve set out to inspire others to follow the Team BRIT example and achieve something amazing. If just one person ends up taking up the challenge, for me personally that’s the highlight of what we do.
DOM SHORE
HIGHLIGHT
It has to be winning races and taking the overall class win for the 1 Series in the championship.
BIGGEST CHALLENGE
Probably that first race weekend. It was a massive learning curve and although it was amazing, it was a blow to come away with an injury that put me out for a lot of the season.
Overall, it’s been a challenging but rewarding season. I never thought I’d be writing about my first season as a racing driver and it still doesn’t feel real sometimes. I can’t wait to do it all again next year.
ASHA SILVA
HIGHLIGHT
The amazing crew understanding why we had boost leaks in the first round at Donington and resolving it, as well as keeping on top of the fix throughout the season. The icing on the cake in the end was being named rookie of the championship!
BIGGEST
CHALLENGE
It’s really the same incidentwhere we suffered boost leaks from the turbo which held back power, causing us to fall back in the race. I had to limp the car over the line.
I guess this summarises motorsport perfectly – a race can be both the highlight and low light of the season because of everything it entails. It’s been a rollercoaster, but a brilliant one. I’ve had the best season and can’t wait to get back out there next year.
NOAH COSBY
HIGHLIGHT
I’ve got 2 highlights from the 2024 season. Firstly, our summer race at Donington as it was my first solo race and all the pressure was on my shoulders. I really wanted to prove what I was made of under tough conditions for an extended amount of time. I drove my heart out and came away with the best result I could. It’s a race I’ll always remember.
However, I’ll always cherish my first opportunity to race the McLaren too. It was a true test of my raw capabilities in a new car and how I could perform under pressure. All things that separate a good driver from a great driver.
BIGGEST CHALLENGE
One of my hardest moments of the season was damaging the car in testing which lead to my teammate having minimal practice before an important race at Brands Hatch. Being a part of a driver pairing comes with its pros and cons. A con being that if one driver makes a mistake it affects your teammate too, who had no hand in the matter. It’s a tough pill to swallow, but is part of being in a team. After being reassured by Asha my lovely teammate, I had to get my head back into a place where I was able perform to the best of my abilities in the race. The mental game in racing is just as demanding as the physical, if not more so.
From my highest point of the season to my lowest point, both are centred around the mental pressures of racing. Whether they’re positive or negative, how you cope with them will shape you into the driver you are on track and the results you bring home. Racing is a mental sport.
PERSONAL THE POWER OF
SPONSORSHIP
Despite common misconceptions, Team BRIT is not a charity. We’re a professional motorsport team, like any other, and as such, we depend on sponsorship to race and to deliver the community outreach projects we’re so proud of.
This also means that our drivers must bring their own funding to the team once they secure a seat, usually through personal sponsorship.
We’re proud to subsidise our driver’s costs, but despite this, motorsport involves a lot of money, so each and every driver spends time working to secure new sponsors or to engage with confirmed sponsors to make sure they over-deliver on the agreements made.
As a team, we aim to impress every one of our sponsors every year, giving everything we can to make the partnership as effective as possible for both sides.
Driver personal sponsorship agreements are no different – without them, our drivers can’t race, and we never forget just how much every pledge of support means.
So what does fantastic personal sponsorship look like? The perfect example is GT4 driver, Paul Fullick...
“I approached Team Forces at the start of 2024 to try and secure funding for extra training in the form of our winter testing in Portugal. They generously agreed and became a sponsor this year. I have strong military links through my time in the army, and with Team BRIT’s roots in the military, this was a great fit and a partnership we’re proud to have.”
“The partnership started after I approached them in my first year asking for help. I had previously worked for the company helping with them with overseas event work and also driving for them taking equipment all around Europe in order to set up for events. They’ve stayed with me as a personal sponsor ever since, which has been amazing.”
“SHD composites previously sponsored former driver, Luke Pound. They’re also a carbon fibre product manufacturer and are one of CFT’s suppliers, so when Luke left the team and they still wanted to support us, I was a natural fit for them. It’s been great getting to know them and keeping them updated on all things Team BRIT.”
“I’ve known the owner of Carbon Fibre Tubes since I was 4, we went to school together and have remained friends ever since. Simon now runs the company, and my brother is also now production manager at the company. Another CFT team member – Eathen, is studying motorsport engineering at college, so became part of the Team BRIT race mechanic crew for 2024. CFT are basically family, but to have them pledge ongoing support to this part of my life has been massively influential and something I’m incredibly grateful for.”
“Blesma, The Limbless Veterans is a wonderful British charity that helps all serving and ex-Service men and women who have lost limbs, or lost the use of limbs or eyes, to rebuild their lives by providing rehabilitation activities and welfare support. They’re a long standing supporter of the team due to our military roots. I reached out for help from this this year and was so pleased when they generously supported me.”
INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION
As part of Disability History Month, two of our drivers went back to their roots to visit their schools.
Noah Cosby and Bobby Trundley each took their McLaren on a trip down memory lane, to meet with former tutors and speak to current students about life with Team BRIT.
19-year-old Noah Cosby from Towcester returned to Stowe School in Buckingham where he was a student from 2017-2022 as an art scholar. It was during his time there that he injured his back during a motocross jump that went wrong, causing a spinal injury that resulted in paraplegia.
During the visit, Noah met with headmaster, Dr Anthony Wallersteiner and school students, parking the McLaren at the front of the historic building for all to admire. He then spoke to more than 150 students as part of a presentation alongside team principal, Mike Scudamore.
Noah explains; “It was a real honour to head back to Stowe to meet up with many of my former teachers and to introduce myself to some of the current students.
“It’s an amazing place and I was privileged to study there, so I was proud to be able to show them
what I’ve been up to and just how far I’ve come with my motorsport dreams.
Disability History Month is a great time to look at how opportunities have changed so much for people with a disability, and my experience with Team BRIT is a perfect example. I can do what I do because of their incredible technology and the support of my sponsors, but also because of their desire to succeed and to show people what’s possible.
“I hope my story has inspired some of the students we met to think big, aim high and believe that anything is achievable.”
Aimi Arroyo, Third Form Tutor and Motorsport Lead at Stowe School said: “The Motorsport group at Stowe was thrilled to have Noah visit us and there was a huge buzz of anticipation to see his car and hear him speak. Noah spoke formally to the Upper 6th and
Motorsport group but also to the crowds of Stoics eager to listen to him talk about his career with Team Brit and his amazing opportunity to drive the McLaren. Stoics and staff alike were impressed with Noah’s maturity and resilience when speaking about his accident and that he has never lost desire to fulfil his potential as a racer. Noah truly embodies the skills of a Stowe ChangeMaker and we look forward to visiting Team Brit when he next races at Silverstone!”
25-year-old Bobby Trundley returned to Berkshire College of Agriculture (BCA) in Maidenhead, where he was a student from 2015-2020, studying a motorsport engineering qualification. Bobby was supported during his time at college by Specialist Tutor for Inclusion, Luke Dexter. Bobby was diagnosed with severe autism as a child which had a major impact on many impacts of life, including his self-confidence.
Bobby took the McLaren to the college motorsport workshop and alongside Mike, gave the students an insight into the team and to his own personal story. The students also had the chance to check out the hand controls and look around the impressive race car.
Bobby explains: “It was so nice to head back to the College to see Luke and update him on what’s been happening with Team BRIT, but also to chat to some of the current students.
“Some of them are massively into motorsport, just like me, and others have additional learning needs, so need a bit of extra support in the way I was helped. I hope that by telling them how motorsport has made such a difference to my life, and how I’ve come so far in my own self development and confidence, I can show them that anything is possible with the right people behind you.
“It was really nice to do this at the start of Disability History Month, which I hope will get people thinking about how disabled people face challenge in many aspects of life, but also how many doors are now open to amazing opportunities.”
Luke Dexter, Specialist Lead for Inclusion at BCA said: “It was great to see Bobby and to see how far he has come in such a short space of time. Seeing Bobby deliver a captivating talk to around 150 students was truly inspirational. The power and impact of his words were undeniable, and I have no doubt that his talk will serve as a catalyst to inspire others to pursue their dreams.
“On behalf of The Windsor Forest College Group, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Bobby and the entire Team BRIT for generously spending the morning with us.
Their presence and insights have made a significant impact on our students, and we are incredibly thankful for the experience.”
TEAM BRIT DRIVERS SPOTLIGHT DIVERSITY IN ‘FLOATING’ PHOTO SERIES WITH KARCHER AND RNLI
Our drivers are regularly supporting sponsors with their creative and innovative campaign work. A particularly unique and impactive example was drivers Caleb McDuff and Bobby Trundley’s participation in a photography campaign developed by Kärcher and the Royal National Lifeboat Institute (RNLI).
The “Floating Gallery” exhibition was launched at London’s St. Katharine’s Dock in August, showcasing how floating safely can vary for different people. The campaign stemmed from a survey revealing that 25% of people do not feel safe in an open body of water, and 36% are unaware of what to do if they get in trouble in water.
The campaign’s imagery highlights a diverse selection of individuals, from various backgrounds, shapes, and sizes, with a reassuring message that ‘It’s okay if your legs sink,’ raising awareness that everyone’s floating position is unique.
The ‘Float to Live’ campaign advises the public, if they find themselves in difficulty in the water, to tilt your head back with ears submerged, relax and try to control your breathing, use your hands to help stay afloat. Also depicted in the Floating Gallery the RNLI also highlights how It’s OK if your legs sink as
every body floats differently, and can involve people gently treading water to keep their airways clear of the water.
The campaign is part of a wider partnership between Team BRIT sponsor Kärcher and the RNLI, where Kärcher plays a pivotal role by supplying vital equipment and funds to support the charity. Known for its outstanding cleaning credentials, Kärcher is committed to providing £300k worth of cleaning equipment to the RNLI’s lifeboat stations around the UK and Ireland.
Caleb said: “Being part of this campaign was a really unique and interesting experience. By photographing all kinds of people, including those with disabilities such as Bobby and I, it shows that this important safety message is for everyone. It was definitely a weird experience being photographed in the water fully-clothed, but a cool way to help people stay safe.”
Bobby said: “It’s great to be part of something that encourages awareness and understanding of something so important. We work with sponsors on a range of different projects but this was definitely a new one for us! I really enjoyed it and hope the campaign helps to save lives.”
TEAM PRINCIPAL LOOKING AHEAD TO 2025 WITH MIKE SCUDAMORE
TEAM PRINCIPAL MIKE SCUDAMORE TELLS US ABOUT CURRENT PLANS FOR 2025, INCLUDING UNIQUE INSIGHTS INTO NEW AND EXCITING PROJECTS ON THE HORIZON.
“Where do I begin? There’s a lot going on!
“A lot of people mistakenly think that when the season ends, race teams get some time off and enjoy downtime ahead of gearing up for racing again. That’s actually quite a long way from the truth. Yes it’s true that we don’t have the intense activity going on to prepare cars for races every month, but work doesn’t stop for a minute, and in some ways, we get even busier.
“You’ll see from Al’s piece in this edition that the work at HQ is hugely varied and continues right throughout the year. For me, that’s also true. I’ve gone from acting as the team’s commercial director, to becoming team Principal. Something I’m really proud of, but something that has also meant my responsibilities stretch even further, as I’ve retained my commercial role too.
“Right now, that means I’m working hard on plans for 2025 and I’m already really excited about what’s ahead for our drivers and the wider team.
“We’ve enjoyed being part of the British Endurance Championship and Britcar Trophy Series this year. The organisers have now announced plans to change their format, meaning that next year we’ll see an amalgamation of the two under one banner of the BritcarEnduranceChampionship. The championship will include six competitor classes and feature a mixture of one 90-minute or two 45-minute races across eight rounds – all of which will take place at major UK circuits.
“Our plans are to enter the new championship, which will once again give us the opportunity to field teams of drivers in classes according to our cars and the drivers’ level of experience. It also means that we can bring all our drivers and wider team / crew together at the same place each race weekend, rather than splitting across locations and championships. This helps us significantly with our team building and learning, but also with our costs.
“Before the championship begins, we’ll be working hard to secure the funds we need to get back out to Portugal for winter testing in February. This is one of the most effective exercises we undertake every year. The test sessions offer so much track time to our drivers on such a fantastic track, in warmer climes (usually!) so that the crew can simulate the conditions we might expect when racing in the UK in spring and summer
“We haven’t spoken a great deal about our Le Mans goal recently, but this remains a central part of our vision. Since Dave Player formed the team back in 2015, making history as the first ever all-disabled team to compete in the iconic race was central to everything the team is about and that hasn’t changed. We’ve had to be realistic about timescales for this, bearing in mind the monumental costs involved, the complex entry requirements and the need to have our drivers at the right level of experience to compete. We may not have a confirmed date, but we’re well and truly working towards this goal.
“We’ll announce our driver line up for 2025 in the New Year, which will depend on driver performance, budget and appropriate pairings. Right now, our drivers are working on their own plans and intentions for racing, whilst also securing the sponsorship they need to get back on track.
“We’re not just about racing however, so we’re also looking to build on the fantastic community outreach projects we’ve been working on this year, whilst also beginning new initiatives and re-starting others.
“We’ve really enjoyed welcoming community groups to our HQ for our ‘behind the scenes’ style tours. These have given us the opportunity to showcase everything the team does, but also offer insights into the career opportunities within motorsport and to give young people some hands on experience of mechanic life. We’ll be looking to increase the number of these opportunities next year, therefore reaching more people.
“I’m also really excited to confirm that the Team BRIT Racing Academy will re-launch next year, in a new format. This was set up back in 2019 as a way to offer track day-style experiences for any disabled drivers who want to experience the thrill of the race track. It also ended up being a fantastic way for us to meet new potential rookies.
“We’ll be offering these opportunities once again, but we’re also working with sponsors on the development of a new youth academy, creating really unique and memorable opportunities for young disabled people to get their first insight and experience of racing. They may not be able to get behind the wheel of a McLaren just yet, but we’re experts in karting – the entry route into racing for so many young people, so keep your eyes peeled for more information on what promises to be a huge new project for our team.
“Aside from that, we’ll continue to consider one off races across Europe, to further our driver and crew development, and to enhance our profile within the sector. We’ll be hard at work with our sponsors, taking our drivers, our cars and our tech to a huge range of sponsor events, providing fun, unique experiences for their staff, partners and clients.
“One of the biggest successes of this year has been our sponsor activations. It’s been amazing seeing the creative concepts our sponsors have come up with to get the most out of their partnership with the team. From Motability’s Big Event, to the incredible video content created by Adrian Flux, Texaco and Christopher Ward, we’ve been involved in some fantastic projects and we can’t wait to see what’s ahead next year.
“So when I’m asked what plans are underway for next year – the simple answer is – there’s a lot! We’re buzzing with excitement as a team after such a successful and exciting year. The future is bright and we’re incredibly grateful to every sponsor and supporter that has helped make this happen.”
AI HEADS TO GERMANY TO JUDGE INTERNATIONAL MOTORSPORT AWARDS
Engineering Director Al Locke has lent his experience and expertise to a judging panel as part of the Professional Motorsport World (PMW) Awards.
Al was asked to be part of the panel by Lawrence Butcher, Editor of PMW, with judging and presentations taking place as part of the PMW Expo in Cologne, Germany.
The PMW Awards showcase groundbreaking achievements in the motorsport industry in six categories: Powertrain, Chassis (Mechanical), Chassis (Bodywork and Aero), Data and Electronics Systems, Safety Innovation, and Pit and Support Equipment.
Al was tasked with judging three categories: Data and Electronics, Chassis Mechanical, and Pit and Support Equipment. The judging took place on Wednesday 14th November, followed by a debriefing with organisers, before winners were announced at an evening networking event.
The winning products in the categories Al judged were:
• Data and Electronics Solution of the Year – Marelli Motorsport, for their VEC_480, which combines vehicle and engine control units with an AI Accelerator, offering computing capacity of up to 26 TOPS.
• Chassis Technology of the Year (Mechanical) – NS85, for their Oblivion Brake Systems, which integrate top-level motorsport braking technology into a package designed for highperformance automotive use.
• Pit and Support Equipment of the Year – CP Tech, for their SetupWizzard Pro, a system that integrates all necessary functionality for wheel and suspension alignment in a compact, transportable package.
The full list of winners can be found here: https://www.pmwmagazine.com/news/show-news/pmw-awards-2024-winnersannounced.html.
Al said: “Innovating has always been at the heart of Team BRIT’s approach to engineering, so staying connected with emerging technologies and products in the motorsport industry is crucial for us. The PMW Expo in Cologne is an outstanding event, consistently bringing together the best minds and cutting-edge developments in motorsport.
“It was an absolute privilege to be invited to join this year’s judging panel, though I’ll admit, it wasn’t an easy task! The range of entrants was diverse and inspiring, featuring a mix of groundbreaking innovations and reimagined technologies that made the judging process both exciting and incredibly challenging.
“One product that particularly caught my attention was the Marelli VEC_480. This is the first truly standalone vehicle control module to incorporate artificial intelligence and machine learning, using real-time neural networks for chassis and engine control with remarkable speed and low latency. After speaking with the team at Marelli, it was clear that the VEC_480 is a versatile tool for engineers, with limitless potential still to be explored. In fact, they’re not entirely sure what the full range of applications will be for this device—it’s the kind of ‘blue-sky’ technology that opens up an entirely new world of possibilities for the future of motorsport engineering.”
Another amazing season!
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BECOMING PART OF CHRISTOPHER WARD HISTORY
It’s three years since we were lucky enough to gain support from iconic British watch manufacturer Christopher Ward.
Earlier this year, Team Principal Mike Scudamore was invited along to their new HQ in Maidenhead to be part of a very special anniversary project.
2024 saw the brand mark its 20 year anniversary, so in recognition of this, they created the ‘Wall of Hands’ to bring together the hands (and wrists!) of 12 people that represent key parts of the Christopher Ward story over the last two decades.
This involved Mike having his hand created as a plaster cast sculpture, which was added to a wall display alongside 11 others including those belonging to co-founders, Mike France and Peter Ellis, and a number of key internal staff from design, customer service, the showroom, plus representatives from some of the brand’s partners such as Blue Marine Foundation, and Everton FC.
Watches were also added to each wrist, with Mike’s hand cast wearing the C60 Trident Pro 300 Team BRIT Edition.
Mike said: “It was really special to be invited to be part of such a historic project with Christopher Ward.
“Their partnership means a great deal to us, so having Team BRIT memorialised in this way via my hand and their very brilliant special edition watch, was simply brilliant.
“It’s incredible to see the mammoth success of Christopher Ward over the last year, thanks to the hugely successful launches of models including the Twelve, the C1 Moonphase and the C63 Sealander 36 GMT. They’re set to near sales of almost £50 million by the end of this year which is just staggering.
“This is no surprise when you consider the quality of the brand, the belief and professionalism of the team and the wonderful standard of their products.
“It was wonderful to visit their new HQ in Maidenhead as part of the Wall of Hands creation, which boasts a much bigger showroom and a state-of-the-art service and repair centre.
“A huge congratulations to all at Christopher Ward for such a successful year, and a huge thank you for being with us for the past three years. Here’s to many more!”
The ‘Wall of Hands’, celebrating 20 years of Christopher Ward
SPONSOR FOCUS:
Last year, we were thrilled to receive support from LiveU, a global leader in live video streaming and broadcast solutions. They have provided us with the kit we need to stream our races and provide live race feeds for our fans and drivers and host broadcasters.
They told us more about why they chose to help us:
Bradley Franklin, Sales Executive, LiveU: “Dave Player & Mike Scudamore approached LiveU last year as they needed assistance with their previous generation Solo unit which had been helping send drivers live racing feeds back to the pits during previous seasons.
“After speaking with both Mike and Dave, understanding the time and passion they had put into this project to inspire and motivate others facing challenges it was a unanimous decision for the team in assisting Team BRIT with the latest generation of LiveU Solo to help both their driver’s development as well track side coverage for the wider team.
“The team’s mission to empower individuals facing physical challenges deeply inspired us. After learning about the team’s dedication and their innovative approach to motorsport, we recognized a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully.
“LiveU are innovators in IP-video and broadcast technology, and we wanted to support Team BRIT’s work to bring live and engaging content to fans. By providing the latest LiveU Solo PRO (our
hardware field encoder) and Solo PRO Connect (modem kit), we saw a way to enhance their capabilities both on and off the track—ensuring their drivers have the tools to excel while enabling the team to share their incredible races with fans and supporters in real time. Their passion and drive are truly inspiring, and we’re proud to play a role in their success.
“The team’s performance has been excellent to watch, I had the pleasure of witnessing the Team BRIT drivers in action earlier this year at Donington Park where all drivers placed 1st or 2nd in their respected races. It seems collecting silverware has been the theme this year!”
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The LiveU Solo PRO is a portable live streaming field encoder designed for ease of use, offering seamless integration with popular social
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QUESTIONS
with... Olly Wilber
We caught up with OllyWilber, an aspiring race mechanic who undertookwork experience with the crewthis year.
What has your role been with the team this year?
My role with the team this year was work experience and trainee mechanic to complement my studies on a motorsport engineering course at Cemast in Gosport.
How did you get involved with Team BRIT and why did you decide to work with us?
I got involved through my family friend Paul, who you all know as the number 68 McLaren driver. He arranged for me to take time off my course to come and experience the pleasure of working in a real race team environment. This was fully supported by my college lecturers, as getting an experience like this is extremely hard given the amount of people wanting to do this.
I decided to work with team BRIT because they provide support to people with disabilities to compete on a level playing field. I find this is inspiring and unique for any sport I can think of.
What is it you love most about motorsport?
I love the way people come together and work in perfect harmony to achieve a goal. This paired with the high octane environment and the can-do attitude of the most successful teams create an exciting and dramatic environment which I thrive in.
What is your top Team BRIT moment of the year?
My top memory of this year is watching my drivers cross the finish line in podium positions due to the hard work that we as a team put in. This was personally exhilarating and improved my passion for the sport.
What are your plans for 2025 and beyond?
Get back out there, improve my skills, win more trophies. I have been inspired by the more senior mechanics in the team and what they can achieve by working together. I want to become a more integral part of that family and become a great engineer.
The deeper it goes, the deeper it can go
We believe in listening to what watch buyers want. (The redesign of our Trident 300 series incorporated suggestions from our forum.) So when a customer challenged us to make a genuine super compressor, we did our own research. Unfortunately, blueprints for this 1960s’ technology are long lost. So we bought an original. In an auction. Then reverse engineered it. Under the Super Compressor Elite’s precision-printed, three-colour decompression scale dial (and encircling a chronometer movement) is a spring, 300 microns thin. As the watch descends, external pressure forces the caseback against the spring. This compresses an O-ring gasket, making the watch more water tight. Super, eh?
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