Harper in, Grainger out at Schumacher for 2015

0 Dec. 18, 2014, 7:07 a.m.

12/18/2014
By Aaron Waldron

LiveRC.com

“Silly season” team switches aren’t just for U.S. off-road drivers, as two highly valued racers traded places through a revolving door at Schumacher.

Here’s the official word from Schumacher on Harper:

Schumacher would like to announce that four-time IFMAR World Championship 'A' Finalist and EFRA Euros podium finisher Elliott Harper has signed to represent Schumacher Racing on a multi year deal. Elliott was one of the hottest properties in the driver market after announcing earlier in the year he would be leaving his previous sponsor. Schumacher would like to welcome Elliott to our Touring Car Team and wish him the best for the future.

Elliott had this to say about the new deal:

“After deciding to leave my previous team, I took some time to carefully consider which company I wanted to represent and race for in the future. Schumacher became an obvious choice for me – not only is their support and customer service second to none, but they have also achieved huge successes in all of their market leading projects. My aim is to continue these great results not only in the UK, but also across Europe and the rest of the world. I have seen the team work exceptionally well together, listen to driver feedback, continuously develop their cars and implement innovative ideas. My first touring car was in fact a Schumacher, so I feel very proud to fully represent the brand that started off my racing career. I can’t wait for the coming seasons and races with Schumacher!”

The news comes at the same time that Chris Grainger, himself a three-time BRCA National Champion and 2012 Worlds finalist in six seasons with Schumacher, announced via social media that he would be leaving the British marquee at the end of the year.

“To all my RC friends. I just wanted to let everyone know that as from December 31st I will no longer be driving for Schumacher racing. I want to just say thank you so much to everyone in the factory who have made the last 6 years the best and most enjoyable 6 years of all my years racing. Thank you all very much.”