Four drivers tested the Giulietta TCR at Vallelunga

The Romeo Ferraris-built Alfa Romeo Giulietta TCR completed a two-day test at Vallelunga, where four drivers took turns at the wheel.
Kevin Ceccon who drove the Italian car in the WTCR and claimed one race win in Japan was joined by two other World Cup regulars: Tom Coronel and Ma Qing Hua. The quartet was completed by Jono Lester from New Zealand whose past racing experience ranged from formula cars to GTs, including the 2013 national Endurance title and a second place in the 2006 Lamborghini Super Trofeo Asia.
The occasion offered the Romeo Ferraris technical staff the opportunity to check a few small changes in the aerodynamics.

Coronel said: “I’ve been impressed by the engine of the car. I knew that was one of its strongest points, but from the inside is impressive how strong it is. I pushed the car to the limit to understand how it reacts and the feedback was very positive. Vallelunga is a good testing track, so it was a positive day for me.”

Ma Qing Hua added: “These have been two intense testing days. I had had the chance of making a few laps in the old spec car in China, but this year’s car is much better. I raced against it during the past season and was interesting see how competitive it could be!”

A delighted Lester stated: “This is such an amazing car! I had driven in Vallelunga a few years ago, so I knew the track and could focus 100% on understanding the car. I enjoyed it a lot! Team Mulsanne and the Romeo Ferraris staff helped me in getting used with the car as faster as I could. I definitely want to work to race it in WTCR next year.”

Ceccon concluded: “I missed the action for the last month after Macau, so it was good to be back at the wheel. The Romeo Ferraris’ staff called me to have a feedback on some new things that we have tested. Nothing for next year has been decided yet, but I’m sure we’ll have some news on it soon.”