There is little doubt the start of the 2015 FIA World Endurance Championship has proved a stern test for Audi Sport Team Joest racer Oliver Jarvis. Yet as Jarvis approaches the 83rd 24 Heures du Mans, the Englishman reveals that rather than be disheartened with early season form, he is excited for the challenge ahead. Recently, TheMotorsportArchive.com caught up with Jarvis to hear his thoughts on Le Mans, teammates and finding his path.
Category: Interviews
“GP2 Series: ‘2nd in points possible’ says Evans”
Despite a tough opening portion of the season, New Zealand’s Mitch Evans claims some good prizes are still possible, but also that the title may be beyond him.
“The Comeback Kid?”
At first, it was strange to see the name "Roberto Merhi" on the entry list for Formula Renault 3.5 pre-season test.
“Herbert: ‘Mercedes have the advantage’”
In an exclusive interview, three-time Grand Prix victor and Sky Sports F1 analyst Johnny Herbert believes the factory Mercedes Formula One team hold the strongest hand going into this weekend’s Australian Grand Prix.
“Protecting the Dynasty: talking with David Brabham”
If one listens closely, you can almost hear David Brabham relax. Almost. The son of the three-time World Champion Jack Brabham – a great in the annals of motorsport – Brabham emerged from the shadow of his father’s legacy to build a successful career of his own.
“Felix Rosenqvist: some unflustered charm”
Last week, despite the late autumn heat, Felix Rosenqvist appeared to be the coolest man in Zandvoort. With only two rounds of Formula 3’s primary series still remaining, the Swede is laying pressure on rival Raffaele Marciello for the title, but what is his mindset as the series goes to Vallelunga?
“Nick Yelloly: ‘I’m fully focussed on F1’”
Carlin Motorsport racer Nick Yelloly is confident his sidestep to the GP3 Series in 2013 will bear fruit in his push to reach Formula One.
“Zamparelli: ‘I’m ready for GP3′”
A millennia old city situated in the south west region of the UK, Bristol is hardly known for producing top-level motorsport talent. Indeed the city has never had one of its own grace Formula One – 20-year-old Dino Zamparelli is aiming to change all that.
“Ed Jones: learning to fly, on the fly”
For most drivers, getting a relatively last minute one-off drive for a series as competitive as the European F3 Championship might be daunting; however 18-year-old Dubai racer Ed Jones sees it all as a learning experience.
“Brundle: The ladder system to F1 is crazy”
Former Formula 1 Grand Prix driver Martin Brundle has spoken out about the rising cost of competing in today’s single-seater ladder system.
“Jaafar: Enjoy every wheelspin, burnout and donut”
Former British Formula 3 race winner Jazeman Jaafar is set to get his first taste of Formula One machinery this weekend.
“Hill: There is a cost to F1”
Former Williams ace and Sky Sports F1 analyst Damon Hill has warned that financial uncertainties may even be putting pressure on some of Formula One’s bigger players.
“All change at Mercedes”
Today’s Brazilian Grand Prix will mark an emotional moment in the hearts of many Formula One fans as Michael Schumacher hangs up his helmet for the final time.
“Davidson keen to get racing again”
Toyota WEC lead driver, Anthony Davidson, may be back in the car in January following a back injury obtained at this year’s at the 24 Hour race of Le Mans.
“Adrian Quaife-Hobbs: My goal is Formula One”
Despite the difficulties faced by both Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button in Formula 1, this year has proved to be relatively productive one for Brits in motorsport. Enter stage left Pembury born racer Adrian Quaife-Hobbs.
“Carlos Sainz Jr: This has been the best learning year“
Despite all the benefits, there are certain drawbacks to being a Red Bull-backed young driver. Carlos Sainz Jr is the latest to walk the Red Bull tightrope.
“Berger: Formula 3 is the core.”
Former Formula 1 racer Gerhard Berger believes the FIA are closing in on a strategy to decide the future of Formula 3.
“Harold Primat: Unwinding the drive”
Viewed often as the more quietened, contemplative souls of motorsport, those competing in endurance racing tend to go about their business with a subtle resolve. Harold Primat is an example of the "classic endurance racer".
“Andre Lotterer: Conquering of the forests”
Audi were out in force at Spa-Francorchamps last weekend, so it is no surprise that at least one of the Pro Cup entries picked up the overall win at the end of twenty-four hours. Before the race, I caught up with Audi racer Andre Lotterer to gather his thoughts about the event, night racing and of Spa itself.
“Patric Niederhauser: Swiss paces”
When one thinks of nations with winding history of motorsport, Switzerland is rarely the first that comes to mind - Patric Niederhauser is hoping to correct that.