Schumi Gets on a Motorbike With Schuberth
31/03/2008 21:37
PR Newswire
BRUNSWICK, Germany, March 31 /PRNewswire/ --
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Schuberth and Michael Schumacher will continue their long-standing
cooperation in the future: During his excursions into the world of motorbike
sports the most successful Formula 1 world champion of all times trusts in a
Schuberth product, the specially developed "Schuberth RACE". As head tester
he is going to be involved in the development of the new Schuberth motorcycle
helmets going forward.
"After seven years together in Formula 1 a cooperation with Schuberth is
a logical continuation for me," Michael Schumacher comments on his new role
in the company, "nevertheless the deciding factor is not the successful past
but the products' sustainability."
The high-tech manufactured Schuberth RACE with its just under 900 grams
weighs significantly less than a Formula 1 helmet, has integrated air
conditioning and a particularly large field of vision. The prototype was
developed and built within four weeks in day and night work. "Together with
Michael Schumacher our engineers have done a fantastic job," says Oliver
Schimpf, Technical Director at Schuberth GmbH. Then the first test in
Barcelona followed. "During the test Michael worked precisely like we have
seen in Formula 1. He made statements which allowed us to progress
immensely," says Schimpf. The design was also the famous career changer's
idea: Black and glossy on a matt black background.
Marcel Lejeune, Managing Director of Schuberth GmbH: "We are
delighted to be able to continue the collaboration with Michael Schumacher
after seven successful years and four world championships together. After all
he is the world's most perfect test driver, both on four and on two wheels."
It was agreed that Michael Schumacher would continue to contribute all of his
experience to the Schuberth product development.
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You can find further information on our website http://www.schuberth.com
BRUNSWICK, Germany, March 31 /PRNewswire/ --
Schuberth GmbH press contact:
BRUNSWICK, Germany, March 31 /PRNewswire/ --
Oliver Schimpf - Mobile phone: +49(0)171-9-71-51-66.
Schuberth GmbH press contact: Oliver Schimpf - Mobile phone: +49(0)171-9-71-51-66.