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THE CARS WILL ALSO BE THE STARS
For the first time, drivers will be joined by their cars on stage at Autosport International. The all-new main stage will allow the cars to be driven from ‘parc ferme’ into the fan areas for the first time, bringing the stars and cars together at Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre.
James Calado, Britain’s newest Le Mans winner, will be accompanied by his Ferrari 499P on Saturday. Calado hit a new career pinnacle with an outstanding overall victory at the 24 Hours and this will provide a rare opportunity to see him and his Hypercar, given there are currently no World Endurance Championship rounds in the UK.
The rival Porsche 963 of Hertz Team Jota will also make an appearance. Team owner Sam Hignett will join the car on stage and give an exclusive insight into the privateer
