Oliver Bearman Reflects on Driving Test Mishap

Oliver Bearman, the new Haas driver, humorously shared his experience of failing his driving test for not fully stopping at a stop sign—a common fixture on public roads but absent on race tracks. He successfully passed on his second attempt after taking lessons, highlighting the contrast between his racing background and everyday driving. Bearman, who began driving in 2022, now drives an Alfa Romeo company car and previously owned a BMW 1 Series.

As he prepares for his debut season in F1, Bearman embraces a focus on learning, enjoyment, and discipline, without setting specific position-based expectations for his performance. This light-hearted conversation about his driving experience occurred during a media event ahead of the F1 season launch, alongside fellow rookie Kimi Antonelli. Bearman also contributed to unveiling Haas’s new livery for the 2025 season, as pre-season testing is scheduled for February 26-28 at the Bahrain International Circuit.