Victor Martins, Williams F1 simulator driver, impacts car development primarily through the simulator. He tests energy management and prepares for driver arrivals, aiming to provide accurate feedback to accelerate development. Though not directly changing car components, his experience helps refine information for drivers like Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz.

Martins acknowledges the challenge of simulator work without real-world car experience but leverages his F2/F3 background to replicate car behavior. He has participated in TPC days but currently has no FP1 plans for the FW48. He is also developing a simulator for the young driver academy, focusing on replicating feeder series car behavior.

He dedicates time to both the FW48's current development and testing future components. Martins views his role positively for his career, keeping him connected to F1 while also exploring WEC and Formula E. He believes his F1 simulator experience offers valuable insights transferable to other racing categories, potentially opening doors for future F1 opportunities.