Gary Anderson, Director of Race and Test Engineering
“We are working hard to resolve our reliability issues and have identified a problematic EJ11 hydraulic manifold part, for which we have found an interim solution while we manufacture a newly-designed item.  In Austria the EJ12 will also be running a new front wing for the first time at a race.  The A-1 Ring used to be a good track with fast flowing corners however now it has become something of a ‘stop-and-go’ track, and a circuit which is all about power.  It’s going to be a challenging weekend.”

Giancarlo Fisichella
“I’m always very happy to race in Zeltweg as it is a beautiful circuit with good memories for me.  In 1997 I had a great race there, when I started in 14th position and finished 4th, and also it was at A-1 ring where I gained my first pole position in 1998.  The circuit is technical rather than fast, and as Zeltweg is close to San Marino, I consider it to be the fourth of the ‘Italian’ races in terms of supporters’ presence, along with Imola, Monza and Monte Carlo.”

Takuma Sato
"I am looking forward to the Austrian Grand Prix because I am hoping to improve my season and start to score points. I would like to be the first driver to score points for Honda this season. I like the look of the circuit and of course will be trying 100% as usual."