Prema is delighted to announce another exciting new addition to the team’s 2017 Formula 4 line-up. New Zealander Marcus Armstrong, who was recently selected by the Ferrari Driver Academy, will join the Prema roster for a double full-time program in both the Italian and the German F4 championships.
Born in Christchurch, the 16-year-old driver will face his first full season in single seaters. After achieving considerable success in karting at home, Armstrong made the step up to Formula Ford and enjoyed a first taste of Formula Renault and British Formula 3 racing last year. The 2017 season already highlighted his skills at home with three wins and eight podium finishes achieved en-route to a 4th place in the Toyota Racing Series.
A committed racer, Armstrong also sampled touring car competition in the Toyota GT86 championship in New Zealand, achieving several wins and showcasing great adaptability.
Angelo Rosin – Team Principal
“I’m really satisfied with the progress we are making in setting-up our team for 2017. We are mixing some really talented rookies coming from the Ferrari Driver Academy with more experienced drivers returning with us for a second season. In his maiden European outings, Armstrong showed good potential and we are sure that, with our support, he will be a top performer. New Zealand has produced several talented professional in recent years and we would be proud to see Marcus perpetuate that tradition”.
Marcus Armstrong
“I’m very pleased to be working with Prema Powerteam for the 2017 season. There is a huge amount of knowledge and experience within the team, and it’s fantastic to share the same ambition. We are hungry for results, which is something I have learned to love about Prema. They have a fantastic reputation and I can’t wait to learn and grow within the team. Between Prema and the Ferrari Driver Academy I feel a great collaboration and I can’t thank them enough.”
