Rossella is a Mechanical Engineer specializing in in Vehicle Dynamics; she’s published a book, “Identification of Damping and Stiffness Parameters of a Motor Racing Car”. She has been involved in racing for over 15 years, both inside and outside of the cockpit. She worked in IndyCar, the American Le Mans, Grand-Am, Star-Mazda, FF2000 and GP2, performing Race and Data Engineering duties as well as Team Manager, Logistic Coordinator and Director of Administration. As a driver, Rossella is the former two-time Champion in SCCA’s S.E. Division National Competition and SARRC Champion (South Atlantic Road Racing Championship) in Formula Continental, was winner of the Pegasus Passing Award at Mid-Ohio Runoffs in C Sport Racing, winner of Sunoco Hard Charger Award in FC at Road America Runoffs and holds a track record there. Rossella has been proudly involved with the B.R.A.K.E.S. charity since 2009.
My 17 year old son was driving on the freeway yesterday when his tire blew. He said the Brakes class he took last month taught him how respond. No injuries or accident. Tire was less than a year old. Thank you for your class. I am grateful that you offer these classes to teenage drivers.... Click to Read More!
-Katie P
I want to thank everyone at BRAKES for yesterday's Raleigh event. I believe the skills, knowledge, and confidence the kids gained we will make them better and safer drivers. Please pass along my sincere thanks to Matt, Doug and everyone who is involved with this valuable program.... Click to Read More!
-Tim
