Always wondered where they came up with the Automobilista name

Until the youtube algorithm recommended this racer to me:

#conspiracyconfirmed

 

in Brasil

 

I assumed it was a Portuguese word, but Google translate insists its Italian for motorist. I suppose the theory was, well it worked for Kunos.

 

In portuguese it means a person that is dedicated to motorsport or cars in general

 

Thanks for clarifying