The Lotus F1 Team has announced that GP3 driver Carmen Jordá will join as development driver for the 2015 season.
The daughter of former racer José Miguel Jordá will undergo a “significant simulator programme” at the team’s base in Enstone. She will also drive the E23 Hybrid on track during the 2015 season.
Speaking about the deal, Lotus CEO Matthew Carter welcomed her to the team, adding that he looked forward to seeing her behind the wheel of the E23.
“We are happy to announce Carmen Jordá as a Development Driver for Lotus F1 Team and we are looking forward to working with her over the course of the season and ultimately seeing her behind the wheel of the car.
“Carmen will bring a fresh perspective to the team. We have a strong programme for her attending Grands Prix as well as extensive time in our sophisticated simulation facility at Enstone.
“She is a unique addition to the team and we are looking forward to helping her progress her goals as well as receiving the benefit of her insights and contributions to the development of the E23 Hybrid.”
Jordá added: “It feels like a dream come true to join Lotus F1 Team. I’ve been racing since I was ten years old so it was my dream to drive a Formula 1 car since I was very young. Joining Lotus F1 Team is a big step towards my goal.
“I will be working to improve myself as a driver as well as helping the team to develop the car by testing new developments in the simulator; it’s such a fantastic opportunity. I know this is just the beginning and the biggest challenge is yet to come but already being part of a team with such a history is a real honour.”
Jordá raced in the American Indy Lights Championship for the Andersen Racing 1 team where she achieved multiple top ten finishes.
In early 2012, when she was presented with the opportunity to sign with the Ocean Racing Technology team in the F1 feeder category GP3 Series. She has remained there since 2012, but has yet to score a point.
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