Ricciardo's thundering stroll down the 'Promenade des Anglais'

Renault's French Grand Prix roadshow, which is currently on tour, set up shop in Nice this week where thousands of people gathered on the city's famous 'Promenade des Anglais' for some thrilling sights and sounds.

Daniel Ricciardo, onboard the Renault-powered E20 F1 car, was the main attraction of a day that included a whole raft of F1 activities such as pit-stop workshops, reaction test or simulator and virtual reality experiences.

"It was a wonderful day: we were very lucky with the weather and the fans turned out in huge numbers to attend the demonstration with the E20 Formula 1 car and R.S.01," said Ricciardo.

"We made a lot of noise on the Promenade des Anglais!

"It was a pleasure for me to put on a show and to participate in my first roadshow with Renault F1 Team.

"It was great to see the crowds of people and feel the support of the fans ready to host the Formula 1 Grand Prix de France!"

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.