DPR sign former Super Aguri engineer
Former Super Aguri F1 chief race engineer Gerry Hughes has joined GP2 team David Price Racing as head of engineering
Hughes worked at Jaguar, Jordan and Red Bull prior to joining Super Aguri in 2006, and his arrival is the first step in the team's technical investment plan which they hope will move them up the GP2 grid.
DPR plan a Formula One-level aerodynamics research consultancy and an advanced research and development programme with Hughes at the helm.
He believes the role will enable him to significantly improve DPR's results.
"We have very experienced race engineers and I hope I will add another element to the team, bringing fresh ideas and recent
Formula One thinking.
"I think this can add to the professionalism in terms of procedures and operational aspects of running the car which will reap rewards in terms of on-track performance."
Team boss David Price added: "GP2 continues to become more and more competitive. Gerry's arrival strengthens our team, which was already highly experienced, so it brings us up to a very high standard. Combining this level of personnel with a structured R&D programme aims to improve our capabilities.
"Our commitment to making performance gains is a long-term strategy and our aim is that over the remainder of this European season, through the Asia Series this winter, and into next season. We'll keep developing our package of drivers, car and team, and that ultimately will translate into improved results."
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