The road that runs through the heart of the Mercedes Brackley Technology Campus has been officially renamed 'Lauda Drive'

The renaming, in honour of the three-time world champion and former Non-Executive Chairman of the Mercedes team, was done with the approval of the local authorities and Niki's family.

Team Principal and CEO Toto Wolff unveiled the new road sign in front of the assembled team members.

"It's a true honour to unveil Lauda Drive and it was great to see so many team members gather to watch the reveal," he said. "While our dear friend and colleague Niki wouldn't have wanted us to make a fuss, he would also be proud to have this road named after him.

"It was a privilege for all of us to work alongside him and I was lucky enough to call him one of my best friends. He was a massive contributor to our success, a great sparring partner for me and a strong non-executive chairman, who we miss dearly. I wish he was still here as my friend and as a chairman, because there would have been many questions I'd have liked to ask him this year.

"His legacy lives on in so many shapes and forms, but to know so many people will pass down Lauda Drive in the years to come is very special."

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1. Posted by Max Noble, 04/12/2022 4:32

"He would have liked to be remembered for a serious corner… But I’m sure he would accept a straight line with something along the lines of “In F1 going in a straight line is bullshit. You need to know how to corner and brake. But yes, I more or less like the straight line thing. Thank you… Does this hire car have Bluetooth…?”
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2. Posted by ffracer, 03/12/2022 6:08

"Agreed, nice touch and respect for the epitome of courage. The drive into work has just become more exhilarating."

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3. Posted by kenji, 03/12/2022 1:35

"Lauda Strasse sounds better."

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4. Posted by Defiant, 02/12/2022 16:11

"Nice touch. "

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5. Posted by Wokingchap, 02/12/2022 10:17

"Fantastic and what a well deserved honour. Well done Toto for pushing for it.
There's a road in Molfetta Italy named after my wife's uncle recognising his efforts to the local University, something we're very proud of."

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