Renault shakes down R24 at Silverstone


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February 24 2004

The Renault F1 team continued their testing program at Silverstone with their eyes placed on the upcoming Australian Grand Prix. Both Jarno Trulli and Franck Montagny were available for testing on Monday. The Italian driver was at the wheel of the new R24 while Montagny continued testing with the R23B.

Jarno Trulli tested the 3rd chassis of the R24 yesterday completing just 24 laps for a total of 124 kilometers to the British track. His best time of 1.19.640 was good enough to finish 2nd just behind the Honda BAR of Takuma Sato who topped the times with a 1.19.542.

Trulli's programme consisted of running in two new gearboxes, and shaking down the new chassis for Melbourne. He also conducted systems checks.

On the other hand Franck Montagny was much busier at Silverstone running 110 laps for 566 kilometers and finishing third on the timesheets with a best time of 1.20.256.

Montagny conducted front suspension geometry development in the R23 on his first visit to Silverstone GP circuit with the team. He also worked on tyre compound during the afternoon.

"Jarno shook down the R24 and ran in the gearboxes over short 12 lap runs, with each performing as expected." Said Pat Symonds. "The race drivers will conduct pitstop practice with the new car tomorrow. As for Franck, he made good progress with suspension development on the R23. Overall, this week will just be about checking everything is in order before leaving for Melbourne, and we are on track so far."

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