"As Dad has said, it is an incredible adventure. I can remember a number of things in America but I was only small then. The cars are very demanding to drive, the test at Sebring was a wonderful experience, carrying so much speed in the corners suits my driving style and I am very excited about the forthcoming season,” he continued. “Working with Walker Racing is a major step up in professionalism."
Older brother Leo is ready for the ride in 2008: "For the first time ever I have been shocked at how a good car feels. The brakes, the handling and the aerodynamics of the car and the balance was the best I have ever driven, it gives me so much more confidence and I am extremely excited at the opportunity of competing in the Champ Car Atlantic series with a hundred more horsepower and more aerodynamics,” he added.
“The car is far more challenging than the Formula 3 cars, but because of the balance of the car and the professionalism of the team, I have so much more confidence and a lot more speed in the car. It is as Dad has said a great adventure we are embarking on in 2008."
The Mansell duo will be joined by team-mate, Canadian Kevin Lacroix who will pilot the Uni-Select entry for Walker Racing.
2008 also marks a new era for Walker Racing, which established the Champ Car Atlantic programme in 2005 announcing the move at the Champ Car World Series Surfers Paradise race in Australia.
The team's first season was a success as it earned the 2006 Champ Car Atlantic championship title with Frenchman Simon Pagenaud. As it enters its third year of competition, Walker Racing will be introducing a new paint scheme.
The three Atlantic pilots will fly the new livery of red, white and blue. Mazda is joining the team in is efforts by helping the team unveil its new livery this week at the L.A. Auto Show. The show runs from November 13 through November 24.
