Steiner: ‘Haas is working’

Haas team principal Gunther Steiner has declared their unique entry into Formula 1 as successful, and good for the sport.

The American team have a close partnership with Ferrari and use their engines, as well as other parts on their car.

It paid dividends in Australia yesterday, as Romain Grosjean secured sixth on the team’s debut.

"Without the help from Ferrari this could not have happened," said Steiner.

"That's why we said we were not going to do it like the other new teams because it would be more of the same.

"We would be five years without points, and like anybody you would run out of enthusiasm.

"We said we needed to try something different, and we tried this and it seems to be working, although I'm cautious to say 'it's working' because we still have to repeat it.

"It's a good thing for Formula 1. A new team can come in and score points, that's pretty cool.

"But this is only one race. Clearly the pace of the car is there, and we are in the midfield, so that is already a positive.

"There will be some races where we are behind and some where we are even in front, but we are in that pack."

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