The heavy responsibility is making sure that all the parts are tightened correctly – if something comes loose during a race, it could mean that we get brought back to the pits on a recovery trailer, and we would lose many valuable minutes.

All the construction team become experts with spanners, Allen keys, and sockets. We sometimes have to resort to using the persuader (hammer) when items do not go in or out smoothly.

Whenever a component is attached, we must make sure it works properly; brakes, safety harness, mirrors, controls etc. We also try to work out ways of improving the designs as we go. Faster and further are always on our minds!

On race day, the team make sure the Hummingbird is in perfect working condition and are called upon to make quick maintenance changes between the races to enhance Hummingbird's efficiency.

They also escort the car to and from the racetrack, ensuring the drivers are correctly dressed and secure, adhering to all the safety regulations and policies on the day. 

The pit changes are a crucial element on race day. Every second counts and the team practice meticulously the changes and checks they must perform between the laps to earn back time needed on the track.