ADAC Formel 4·26.12.2015

Mauro Auricchio's season : Cautiously working his way up to the limit

What was your personal highlight of 2015?

I didn't have a season highlight as such. But I do like the Hockenheimring a lot, even though I prefer Spa-Francorchamps - without a doubt my favourite track. I went there for the first time this year and it was crazy. We go through Eau Rouge at around 200kph. It was a while before I felt able to take it at full speed - I had to cautiously work my way up to the limit.

What goals did you set yourself before the start of the season, and would you say in retrospect that you attained them?

Overall, I expected a bit more. But I intend to change that next year. 2015 was more of a learning year for me. But I feel confident that I'll realise 100 percent of my potential in 2016. All in all, I'm satisfied with my first year in ADAC Formula 4.

What did you learn as far as driving goes from taking part in the ADAC Formula 4, and where will we be seeing you in 2016?

I've learnt a lot about tyres and air pressure, and about the technical aspects of the car in general. Unfortunately, though, I've not learnt any German, despite driving for Team Timo Scheider. The language is essentially too difficult [laughs]. In 2016, I'll probably compete in ADAC Formula 4 again, or I might even switch to the FIA Formula 3 European Championship.