Alfa Romeo Sauber F1 team have announced a new official partnership with Sparco. The company are no strangers to motorsport as they produce interior parts to many cars in Italy. The deal sets the team up for the upcoming 2019 season.
"Sparco has been setting standards in the design and production of equipment and accessories in motorsport for decades. By supplying our drivers and pit crew with their products, together we will ensure that our team is provided with items that will meet the highest demands in terms of safety and comfort as we fight for ambitious results in the championship. We look forward to the collaboration," Frederic Vasseur said in the official announcement.
The Sparco logo will feature on the sidepods of the cars for the 2019 season. The team members will receive more clothing and material from the company as part of the two-way deal.
"Being able to contribute to safety in the development of the new single-seater and outfit two great racing drivers like Kimi Räikkönen and Antonio Giovinazzi is an honour and a great responsibility for us," Sparco's CEO Claudio Pastoris added.