Lotus Renault sign up Vitaly Petrov for 2011 and 2012
VITALY PETROV has been confirmed as a Lotus Renault driver for the next two seasons. The Russian has signed a two-year deal with the recently re-branded squad, having contested last season for the Renault team.
Petrov, who enjoyed a best finish of fifth at the Hungarian Grand Prix in his debut campaign, will again partner Poland’s Robert Kubica. Petrov, 26, said: “I am very happy to continue with the team and proud to be representing Lotus Renault GP for the 2011 and 2012 seasons.
“I learnt a lot about the sport, the circuits and the car this year. That will help me improve even more in the future.”