Founded in 1948, PUMA’s wealthy historical past in motorsport dates again to 2001, when Jordan Grand Prix grew to become the primary Formula 1 racing workforce that PUMA equipped with each footwear and clothes. Since then, PUMA has collaborated with a few of the greatest names within the sport, together with Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton, and produced the most effective product for the most effective groups like Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1, Scuderia Ferrari and Red Bull Racing.
The panel discuss was held in Bahrain on March 1 with Thomas Josnik (Global Director Motorsport, PUMA), Mick Schumacher (Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Reserve driver), Gregor Huebner (Senior Manager Sports Marketing Motorsport, PUMA) and Maurizio Sicco (Consultant in Motorsport racewear, PUMA). They explored PUMA’s milestones in motorsport, mentioned racing merchandise from totally different eras, and spoke about what motorsport represents at this time.
PUMA’s newest racing sneakers, SPEEDCAT PRO, have been designed based mostly on performance to help drivers of their excessive efficiency on observe. Years of innovation and expertise packed right into a single shoe, the SPEEDCAT PRO makes use of state-of-the-art supplies for racing. The higher and lining are made from light-weight cloth for velocity, consolation, and naturally fireplace safety.
To assure absolute management of the pedals, the SPEEDCAT PRO comes with a low-profile rubber outsole and an EVA wedge offers simply the correct amount of consolation whereas preserving the shoe gentle and nimble. The SPEEDCAT PRO was in-built compliance with the newest FIA Homologation Regulations for Safety Equipment (FIA Standard 8856-2018) for the most effective safety in racing. The SPEEDCAT PRO additionally consists of a number of design parts that pay homage to PUMA’s racing heritage.
“PUMA is proud to have a good time its seventy fifth anniversary this yr and likewise our legacy in motorsport trade”, stated Thomas Josnik Global Director Motorsport at PUMA. “Innovation, velocity, and expertise have all the time been on the coronary heart of all the things we do, and this occasion is a tribute to our dedication to pushing boundaries and driving change within the trade.”
