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RML will run a pair of factory-supported Chevrolet Cruzes in the British Touring Car Championship this season under the Silverline Chevrolet banner, with Jason Plato staying on as the lead driver in the squad.

Plato, 42, previously drove for RML when it ran the SEAT works squad in 2004, and returned last year after signing a deal to race an independently-fielded Chevrolet Lacetti three days before the start of the season.

After missing out on the title by only five points, the 2001 champion is confident of challenging for honours this season.

“I always had confidence that teaming up with RML again last year would mean wins – the Chevrolet Lacetti of 2009 was a formidable piece of kit,” he said.

“Now in 2010 we have manufacturer support from Chevrolet, continued support from Silverline and a very exciting new car in the Cruze. We are very motivated to make this our year, the opposition better be ready. Roll on Thruxton.”

Plato’s team-mate will be Renault Clio Cup runner-up Alex MacDowall, who, at 19 years old, will be the youngest driver on the grid.

“To compete in the BTCC has been my goal for some time, and it’s a great feeling to not only be entering the series this year, but to being doing so with such a competitive and experienced team as RML,” said MacDowall, who also tested for the Motorbase and WSR BMW squads during the winter.

“I’m really excited for the season ahead – the Cruze has proven its pace and reliability in WTCC, and from the initial test last week there’s no doubting that it will translate well in the BTCC.”



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