Airwaves BMW | British Touring Cars 2009

Alex steele – airwaves bmw No.2 Mechanic

Alex Steele, Airwaves BMW No.2 Mechanic

alex steele

Age: 19
From: Dartford
Nickname: Slicks

How did you become involved in motorsport? – I studied motorsport engineering at college and did my work experience with Motorbase before getting a full job with the team.

What do you do at Airwaves BMW? – I help to setup Jonny Adam's car for racing and repair if there is any damage.

What's your favourite thing about being involved with Airwaves BMW? – When we win!

What has been your most memorable moment with the team? – The last race of the 2008 season at Brands Hatch when we won five trophies, it was a fantastic day.

Who is your motorsport idol? – Colin McRae.  I used to go and watch him competing when I was a kid and he was a great driver.

What do you do to relax away from motorsport? – I chill out by doing a bit of mountain biking.

If you were an animal, what would you be? – A panda, because I'm usually covered in black stuff from working on cars.

Is a Jaffa Cake a cake or a biscuit? – It's in the biscuit tin in my house.

Favourite Five

1. Favourite racing track? – Brands Hatch
2. Favourite road car? – Subaru Impreza
3. Favourite holiday destination? – Magaluf
4. Favourite food? – Pasta
5. Favourite Airwaves flavour? – Menthol & Eucalyptus
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