Pim Van Riet

Pim van Riet is a seasoned Dutch racing driver with a career spanning over three decades. Born in Castricum, Netherlands, Van Riet has made a name for himself in various racing series. Although perhaps most recognized for consistently finishing as runner-up in the Clio Cup for eight years, Van Riet's versatility is evident in his participation in diverse racing categories. These include the Megane Cup, Aston Martin Advantage, Radical SRS3, and Wolf GB8. Notably, he even had the experience of piloting a Formula 1 car in the BOSS GP at Circuit Zandvoort. More recently, he has been competing in the Mazda MX-5 Cup.

Van Riet's racing journey began in 1991 when he converted a street Clio into a race car. In 1998, he expanded his racing endeavors to Europe, including five races in Monaco. In 1999, Van Riet secured a win in the Renault Mégane Trophy at Zandvoort Masters. In 2008, he finally clinched the Clio Cup title after many years of coming close. In 2013, he secured pole position at the Syntix Zandvoort 500.

Beyond driving, Van Riet has also managed his own racing team and mentored his son, Lorenzo, who is also a racer. In 2019, both Pim and Lorenzo Van Riet participated in the NWES Recruitment Program, testing Euro NASCAR cars at Fontenay Le Comte, France. With a Bronze FIA driver categorization, Pim van Riet's extensive experience and passion for racing continue to make him a respected figure in Dutch motorsport.