The covers came off the Force India VJM11 today in Barcelona to reveal a new gloss livery incorporating the pink, magenta and silver of Austrian water specialists, Best Water Technology (BWT).
Sergio Perez and Esteban Ocon conducted the car presentation. Nikita Mazepin joined the race drivers for a photo call. Alongside them were Chief Operating Officer, Otmar Szafnauer, and Technical Director, Andrew Green.
The updated livery offers a more dynamic look for the team. And it also builds on the strength of the pink identity that was introduced in 2017.
For the first time in 2018… OFF WE GO!@NMazepin takes the VJM11 and it feels like we’ve never been away! #PinkRedefined pic.twitter.com/016A37klK7
— Sahara Force India (@ForceIndiaF1) February 26, 2018
Otmar Szafnauer was the first to praise the fresh new look:
“The VJM11 certainly looks eye-catching in its new livery. We worked very closely with BWT to deliver an even stronger identity for the car this year and everybody is really happy with the result. The new shade of pink is very striking and really pops out.”
As well as new colours, the shape of the VJM11 will evolve considerably during the next month, as Andrew Green explains:
“The DNA of the car is still very much that of last year’s car. We took the decision, quite a while ago, that the launch specification of the 2018 car would be based around our understanding of the 2017 car, but with all new structures required by the regulations in place. It is a starting point, a good reference from which to introduce changes quite quickly; it gives our aerodynamics department more time to develop a car for the first race in Australia, rather than having to release parts early for testing.”
After two consecutive fourth-place championship finishes, the team remains determined to consolidate its position in 2018, as Team Principal, Vijay Mallya explains:
“I see no reason why we cannot consolidate our position and improve. Yes, Formula One is a very tough and competitive environment. But we are an established team with continuity in all areas of the company. We don’t take anything for granted, but we will be disappointed if we are not fighting for points at every race this year.”
Installation lap completed… it looks like we’re not the only ones taking pics! #PinkRedefined pic.twitter.com/de0g91ySHi
— Sahara Force India (@ForceIndiaF1) February 26, 2018
