Chandhok named Williams heritage driver
Williams have announced Karun Chandhok as its official heritage driver for the team's Heritage division.
The ex-Formula 1 driver in his new role will test and undertake public demonstrations of Williams' historic racing cars.
Along with testing, Chandhok will also act as a driver coach to the various customers of Williams Heritage who have purchased a running car.
Upon the announcement, the Indian said: “Williams is such an iconic British team, steeped in racing history so it’s a real honour to be involved in its Heritage programme.
"So many of the Williams Heritage cars are pieces of racing history with great stories to tell, so to be offered the chance to get up close and personal and drive them – sometimes being the first person to do so in decades - is an incredible opportunity.
"I look forward to not only demonstrating the cars from time to time, but working with other Williams car owners to help them fully enjoy their experience of driving these pieces of F1 history," he added.
Williams Heritage Director Jonathan Williams is equally excited to have Chandhok in the heritage division.
“With a wealth of experience in a wide range of championships, including Formula One, GT, LMP1 and Formula E, Karun was the ideal candidate to be our Heritage driver," he said.
"What’s more, he has a real passion for motorsport history and is a font of knowledge when it comes to Formula One."
Chandhok will continue his Channel 4 pundit role and will make his first appearance as the Williams Heritage driver at the 2016 Goodwood Festival of Speed between June 23 - 26.
The 32-year-old is slated to drive the 1983's FW08C and 1990's FW13B during this year's annual event.
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