What the Aston Martin Safety Car feels like to drive

F1 Correspondent Lawrence Barretto recently had an extraordinary opportunity to step into the world of Safety Car driver Bernd Maylander. Barretto got behind the wheel of the Aston Martin Vantage Safety Car, experiencing first-hand what it's like to pilot the iconic vehicle. The session took place at Silverstone's Stowe Circuit, a compact yet challenging track ideal for pushing the car's limits. Not only did Barretto drive the car, but he also received hot laps from Maylander himself, gaining invaluable insights into the unique and demanding role of F1's Safety Car driver. It offered a rare glimpse into one of motorsport's most critical, unsung positions.