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Toyota getting to grips with new ECU

Toyota had a productive second day of winter testing in Spain today. With the same drivers continuing in the cockpit, the programme was for Jarno Trulli again to evaluate some 2008 parts while running without traction control, with Franck Montagny continuing work on the standard ECU for 2008, as well as other development items. 

Trulli made good progress evaluating set-ups and reported an improvement in performance, despite a morning spin which saw his car end up in the gravel. Montagny also brought out the red flags when he caught the kerbs at turn 13 and spun backwards into the wall, damaging the rear of his car. However, his crew worked hard to get the car ready for the afternoon session and, in spite of issues with the standard ECU, he was able to resume and gather important data for the team. 

"Today was quite a productive day," said Toyota chassis chief Pascal Vasselon. "We made good progress on Jarno's car, working on set-up comparisons and we are pleased with the results, which are very encouraging. Franck again worked with 2008 development parts and the new standard ECU and, even though he suffered some delays and was not entirely happy, he was able to bring back some information which will help our understanding. We will continue with that programme tomorrow when we hope to make more progress."

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