Newman Chi (Zhenrui Chi) - Custom Racing Helmet Design
The Project
The Driver
Zhenrui Chi, widely known as Newman Chi, is one of the most exciting profiles in international motorsport. He began racing at age 5 in China, moving to Europe in 2019 to challenge the world’s best talents.
He quickly distinguished himself in international karting with a 3rd place at the Trofeo Delle Industrie (2021) and a prestigious 2nd place in the WSK Champions Cup (2022). His transition to single-seaters confirmed his potential: in 2025, with Prema Racing, he secured his first victory in the Italian F4 Championship at the legendary Monza circuit and achieved numerous podiums, finishing the season 5th overall.
In 2026, Newman officially joined the Aston Martin Driver Development Programme and teamed up with MP Motorsport for the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA), marking a pivotal step toward the pinnacle of global motorsport.
The Helmet Concept
For a driver of this caliber, the helmet must be the perfect synthesis of technical visibility and personal identity. The design created by Dia Design for Newman Chi supports his ascent toward Formula 1, balancing official academy elegance with the aggression needed to dominate on track.
