Silverstone and Porsche to develop Porsche Driver Training Facility

An overwhelming majority of British Racing Drivers’ Club (BRDC) members, owners of Silverstone Circuits Limited, have accepted plans for Porsche Cars GB to develop a Porsche Driver Training Facility  at  the  world  famous  Northamptonshire  circuit.  Porsche  and  Silverstone  are  set  to formalise the link and apply for planning permission.   Porsche intend to lease land from Silverstone to develop the Driver Training Facility at the east of the circuit on the site of the old rally sprint track, on the outside of Becketts. It is proposed that the purpose built venue will host test track, driver training and safety facilities.

Stuart Rolt, Chairman of the BRDC said: “We are delighted to bring this illustrious association to Silverstone. It is an honour for our venue to  welcome  this  world  famous  car  manufacturer,  Porsche.  The  association  fits  well  with  our ambitions for Silverstone and we are confident that the facility will enhance Silverstone’s high tech image.” Richard Phillips, Managing Director of Silverstone Circuits Limited, said: “This is a very exciting development for Silverstone with a great partnership with Porsche - a truly iconic and prestigious brand.  We will work closely with the Porsche team over the coming months to ensure that this project realises the partnership at the Home of British Motorsport.”