Dani Clos

Dani Clos is a former professional race car driver and YouTuber, known for his distinguished career in various racing series and his current role as a significant automotive influencer. After dominating the Italian Formula Renault Championship in 2006 by winning eight of the last nine races and claiming the title by a commanding 36-point margin, Dani Clos established himself as a formidable talent in motorsports. His early career began in karting, where he won the Catalan district of the Spanish ICA Junior Championship in 2001. He continued this success by securing the Copa Campeones Trophy in 2002 and achieving a 10th-place finish in the Italian Open Masters.

He served as a test driver for the Williams F1 team in 2008, participating in testing sessions at Jerez. In 2011, he tested for the HRT F1 Team at the Abu Dhabi young drivers’ test. The HRT F1 Team officially announced him as their test driver for the 2012 season, a role that saw him participate in several Grand Prix practice sessions including the Spanish, British, German, and Hungarian Grands Prix, further solidifying his experience. Post-Formula 1, Dani Clos continued to compete, achieving a 3rd place in the GT World Challenge Sprint – GT Pro/Am in 2017 and an Alpine Elf Europa Cup win in 2021.

Leveraging his extensive racing background and substantial social media presence, Clos has successfully transitioned into a prominent Spanish automotive influencer. He actively engages with a broad audience interested in cars and racing, consistently sharing insights from his distinguished career. This role underscores his enduring influence within the automotive community, cementing his reputation as a respected authority.