Audi factory driver Frank Biela

Whoever researches the last 20-years of Audi motorsport history repeatedly encounters the name Frank Biela. The man born in Neuss has driven for Audi since 1991. Nobody has won more championship titles and races for the Ingolstadt based brand than Biela. And not only that: Frank Biela played a decisive role in the development of every successful Audi race car – from V8 quattro to R10 TDI.

Despite numerous victories and championship titles the German’s feet remain firmly planted on the ground. He is not a poser. He did not become a racing driver to be the focus of attention. The media hubbub was never his thing. He is nevertheless popular with journalists because he tells the truth and knows what he is talking about.

Frank Biela is reliability in person – in his private life and on-track. Scandals? No such luck. Race cars destroyed? You can count them on one hand. He is nevertheless somebody who broods frequently and is always self-critical. He views this as both strength and weakness.

His greatest weakness is smoking. When he stopped, his racing went downhill. So, he started again. Things have looked better ever since.

His private bliss is called Patricia, whom he married in 2004 and they have a son. Daughter Isabelle is the fruit of an earlier relationship. In addition to racing, Frank Biela is a property dealer. Model aeroplanes and slot cars are a great passion.