Trulli continues strong Toyota relationship
Panasonic
Toyota Racing is pleased to confirm that Jarno Trulli has
today signed a three-year contract extension and will drive
for the team through to the 2009 season.
On concluding the arrangement, Trulli said: "I am 100%
sure of Toyota's potential and of its chances of challenging
for the Formula 1 World Championship. I am therefore more
than happy to continue my excellent relationship with the
team into the longer term and to try to achieve our common
goals."
Chairman and Team Principal Tsutomu Tomita added: "When
you are developing a team and car and working towards the
ultimate aim of winning, it is always helpful to have continuity
among your drivers. Jarno has played a key role in improving
our performance during the two years that he has already been
with us and we are delighted to continue the relationship."
Next season, Trulli will again be partnered at Panasonic
Toyota Racing by Ralf Schumacher, who is already under contract
to the team.
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