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Peter Wright

Peter Wright

Known for

Acting

Born

May 24, 1946 (age 80)

Birthplace

United Kingdom

Biography

Peter Wright, born on May 26, 1946, in the United Kingdom, is a distinguished British engineer renowned for his significant contributions to Formula 1 racing. He is best known for his pioneering work on ground-effect aerodynamics with Team Lotus, particularly in the development of the Lotus 78 and 79 cars, which revolutionized the sport in the late 1970s.

Best known work

Top Gear

Top Gear

2002
Lotus Goes Turbo

Lotus Goes Turbo

1983

Filmography

  1. 2002

    Top GearTV

    as Self (1 episode)

  2. 1983

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