Thompson tests the Lada at Magny-Cours

The WTCC LADA Granta Sport moved its first steps yesterday at Magny-Cours, close to the ORECA workshop where the Russian car has been prepared before its maiden appearance in the World Championship this weekend at the Hungaroring.

The test was short and the Granta, driven by James Thompson, ran without any technical problems.

“I was very pleased with the results of this first test,” said the Englishman who will drive the LADA Granta Sport at Budapest and then again in the Algarve, “Everybody at LADA Sport and ORECA has worked tirelessly on the project, and it was fantastic to be back behind the wheel. Our first test was very encouraging. Both the engine and chassis performed well and big progressive steps can be made from this point onwards. I’m very excited for this weekend in Hungary, to measure ourselves against the competitors is essential for our development year, especially as we need to be fully prepared for the next season.”