Announced his retirement at the end of the 2008 season of a very successful and long Formula 1 career, and then retired from racing altogether in 2012 after a spell in the DTM. He remains with Red Bull as a consultant, as well as being a TV commentator and summariser and concentrating on his business interests, which include being part-owner of numerous hotels in the UK. Coulthard is also involved in a TV production company and also works as a driver coach. Coulthard has also been awarded the MBE for his racing efforts. Coulthard never ended up winning a senior championship, despite numerous wins in many categories and regularly challenging for the championship; his only title ended up being the Junior Formula 1600 title in 1989. In 2019, he was named as President of the British Racing Driver's Club.

Biography last updated 27 Sep 2019