http://www.gpupdate.net/ Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:15:11 +0000 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/290509/vainio-and-kujala-join-korjus-at-koiranen-gp/ Aaro Vainio and Patrick Kujala have been named as Koiranen GP's remaining drivers for the upcoming GP3 season, with the pair joining Kevin Korjus at the Finnish outfit. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/290509/vainio-and-kujala-join-korjus-at-koiranen-gp/ Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:05:51 +0000 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/282062/commanding-vainio-on-pole-in-budapest/ Finland’s Aaro Vainio followed on from his pace-setting practice form to grab the GP3 pole position in Hungary on Saturday morning. With a new lap record, the Finn grabbed the top spot – and the bonus points that go with it – to out-qualify António Félix da Costa of Portugal and New Zealander’s championship leader Mitch Evans. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/282062/commanding-vainio-on-pole-in-budapest/ Sat, 28 Jul 2012 10:37:08 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/281975/vainio-sets-pace-in-budapest-practice/ Aaro Vainio was quickest as Hungarian track action started on Friday morning. The GP3 title challenger, hailing from Finland, led the way for Lotus ahead of team-mate Conor Daly, with the duo sandwiching the Carlin car of António Félix da Costa. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/281975/vainio-sets-pace-in-budapest-practice/ Fri, 27 Jul 2012 08:42:55 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/280265/lotus-one-two-in-opening-valencia-practice/ The GP3 drivers were first to kick-off track action in Valencia on Friday morning, with Finland’s Aaro Vainio topping the timesheets and just missing out on a lap time of under two minutes. The championship leader, driving for Lotus, edged out team-mate Conor Daly as Tio Ellinas completed the top three for Manor. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/280265/lotus-one-two-in-opening-valencia-practice/ Fri, 22 Jun 2012 10:02:28 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/279075/vainio-claims-maiden-victory-in-monte-carlo/ Shortly after Johnny Cecotto Jr. celebrated his first GP2 win on the streets of Monte Carlo, another Formula 1 feeder series was welcoming a maiden victor on Friday afternoon. On this occasion, it was Finland’s Aaro Vainio winning for Lotus in GP3, sharing the podium with Tamás Pál Kiss and Kevin Ceccon. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/279075/vainio-claims-maiden-victory-in-monte-carlo/ Fri, 25 May 2012 13:45:55 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/256888/tech-1-completes-2011-gp3-line-up/ Tech 1 Racing has confirmed its three-car line-up for the 2011 GP3 season, with Andrea Caldarelli and Tamas Pal Kiss joining Finland’s Aaro Vainio at the French-based outfit. Caldarelli has made the switch to the category after a full term in Italian F3, while Pal Kiss is stepping up from a campaign in the Formula Renault UK Championship in which he finished third with three wins to his name. "Even if Andrea Caldarelli is not yet fully accustomed to this car, he's the most experienced driver in the team this year - and he's only 21!" Team Principal Simon Abadie commented. "We're delighted to have him with us, and he's going to make a big contribution to the team in addition to being a good yardstick for his two team-mates as his skills speak for themselves. His experience in Formula 3 (2010 Italian F3 Championship) in which he's already won races will be a big help. We're counting on him a lot." Caldarelli went on to discuss his feelings ahead of the first race in Turkey, revealing that he has been left in an optimistic frame of mind following the recent pre-season test days at Silverstone. "I am generally satisfied with the work we have done," he explained after his time behind the wheel at the Northamptonshire circuit. "In three days I had to change my driving style to adapt to a new machine and engine, which was brand new for me. The Tech 1 team is moving in the right direction and I hope to climb the timesheets again in Barcelona." Pal Kiss added: "One of my greatest wishes has come true this season, and now it’s my turn to reach my aim of becoming the second Hungarian Formula 1 driver. I’m really looking forward to the start of the season. "I’m really excited about the battle with my teammates also. I’ll try to do my best, and want to do the maximum with the car and myself." http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/256888/tech-1-completes-2011-gp3-line-up/ Sat, 09 Apr 2011 08:51:00 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/249846/tech-1-racing-signs-17-year-old-finn/ Aaro Vainio will continue to race for Tech 1 Racing in 2011 but will move up the ladder as he joins the French team's GP3 squad. Vainio claimed five podium finishes for Tech 1 in Formula Renault 2.0 and is being managed by Nicolas Todt. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/autosport-news/249846/tech-1-racing-signs-17-year-old-finn/ Thu, 30 Dec 2010 09:33:00 +0000