Jean-Eric Vergne is to drive the Red Bull RB7 in the Abu Dhabi Young Driver test from Nov 15-17.
The Frenchman will in effect be doing the job that Daniel Ricciardo did at the same event last year. He drove for Toro Rosso in FP1 at Suzuka last month.
“I know the track already and have had some track time in a Formula One car this year, which will hel,” said Vergne. “I’m extremely happy that Red Bull Racing has given me this opportunity, it will be a massive experience for me and to be driving the best Formula One car is something quite amazing.
“I will make the best out of the three days, it will be an important three days and I’m looking forward to it.”

This is good to see, given the restrictions on testing. Young drivers need all the seat time they can get, and it is an excellent step toward their super license.