Filming day and extra test for Perez planned at Red Bull
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- GPblog.com
On 23 February, Red Bull Racing will present their new car, the RB16B, along with their two drivers for 2021. Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez will reportedly take part in a Red Bull film day the following day, where they can try out the new car.
AutosportWeb reports that the filming day would take place at Silverstone, where the drivers are allowed to drive 100 kilometres in the new car. The data from this can then be used by the team in the preparation of the test days prior to the start of the new Formula One season.
Extra test day for Perez
A test day is also planned for Sergio Perez, who will drive the 2018 Toro Rosso to familiarise himself with the team's procedures and the characteristics of the engine. Perez has only driven Mercedes engines since the start of the hybrid era in 2014, so it is important that he gains experience with the Honda powerplant.
As well as Red Bull, Aston Martin are also rumoured to be holding a film day at Silverstone. This is planned for the 1st or 2nd of March, just before the launch of their new car. Other teams, including Ferrari, would hold the filming day in Bahrain, just before the test days for the new season.