Tayao shifts to Formula 3 in US

GABE Tayao, bent on improving his performance, recently signed up for the initial stage of the Simraceway Formula 3 driver development program at the famed Sonoma Raceway in California.

The multititled 16-year-old has moved up to Formula racing after capping his  five-year karting career with honors like the 2015 International Karter of the Year and Karter of the Year awards.

Stage 1 of the racing school’s driver development program includes operations of the Lola Simraceway Formula 3 car, acceleration, threshold braking and downshifting exercises.

“I’m truly grateful to my sponsors who made this initial stage of Formula 3 driver training a reality,” said Tayao.  “I look forward to learning more since 2016 will be a challenging year for me.”

Tayao will resume his Simraceway Performance Driving Center with Stages 2 and 3 to learn more about Formula racing.

After fulfilling his US commitments, Tayao will formally receive his Automobile Association of the Philippines award as Driver of the Year. Steve Silva, Contributor