It’s always a challenge to find solutions, which don’t compromise the aerodynamics of the car. “The big challenge for us this year was the reintroduction of the KERS system. The use of kinetic energy recovery system (KERS) also saw a return, with the the Red Bull being equipped with a system provided by Renault in addition to their new RS27 engine. The ban on double deck diffusers mandated a much simpler version of the diffuser, allowing the technical team to exploit their pull rod rear suspension which they introduced in 2009. Red Bull’s RB7 is an evolution of last year’s championship-winning RB6, with a number of the changes on the RB7 required by new regulations in effect for the 2011 season. "I'm really excited to have that opportunity again at such a unique place, and to see the fans' reaction to the car because I think it will be quite cool.Car: Red Bull RB7 / Engine: Renault RS27-2011 90º V8 / Maker: Red Bull / Bore X Stroke: 66 mm X 54.6 mm / Year: 2011 / Capacity: 2,400 cc / 146.5 cu in / Class: Formula 1 "I'm excited to finally tackle the Mountain and in that car as well, in the RB7, which I have had the privilege of driving once and it was one of the coolest experiences of my life. It's always been one of the biggest events that I've known. Being from New Zealand, Supercars is a massive series and I've grown up watching it, especially the Bathurst 1000. "It's a track that I've done a lot in sim racing and iRacing. "I've never been to Bathurst before so it'll be a first for me. It will mark the Kiwi's first time at Bathurst and give him a shot at breaking the unofficial lap record – a 1m48.8s set by Jenson Button in a McLaren F1 car back in 2011. While the initial announcement didn't name who would drive the car, prompting speculation that Daniel Ricciardo could make an appearance on home soil, it has now been confirmed that Super Formula-bound Lawson will be behind the wheel.
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