Herbert gets Benetton Test

New British Formula Three Champion Johnny Herbert was given a test-drive at the wheel of a Benetton-Ford B187 at Brands Hatch during the week after the Italian Grand Prix, and impressed all present with his confidence.

On a day when Nigel Mansell managed a 34.9sec lap round the short circuit, he got down to a 36.6sec fastest after 40 laps— 0.2sec faster than regular driver Thierry Boutsen! Herbert, who secured his British title at Spa-Francorchamps four days after the test, will be given another test outing, at a circuit which is less familiar to him, within the next few months.