2010 Renault R30 Valencia Spain Launch – New Photos

In preparation for pre-season testing, Renault lifted the covers on its 2010 Renault R30 Formula One car. Along with this news comes the news of newly confirmed team driver Vitaly Petrov.

25 year old Petrov is the first Russian driver to compete in Formula One. Partnering him this season will be Robert Kubica. Ho-Pin Tung will be Renealt’s third driver. The teams stand-in drivers will be Jan Charouz and Jerome d’Ambrosio.

Petrov, a runner up in last year’s 2009 GP2 season is looking forward to the opportunity to drive for the well established team now operated by Eric Boullier.

Chassis modifications have been made this year to accommodate a larger fuel tank due to this years refueling ban. Also, the design to tailor in the double-decker diffusers has been maximized to make the most out of them. Most notably, Renault has gone back to their famous 80’s black and yellow color scheme.

Team principal Boullier was particularly proud of his team for assembling the car on time and making Monday’s Valencia circuit test possible.

“We’ve been working flat-out during the winter to ensure that we begin the new season in the best shape possible. The R30 should be a competitive, strong and reliable car, and we’ve opted for an aggressive development strategy throughout the season. Now we’re here ready for the first test and we’re all excited to see if the car performs as we think it will” said Boullier.