United Kingdom, June 17 -- Brad Pitt has admitted he needs to "chill" while driving.

The Hollywood star - who plays racer Sonny Hayes in new blockbuster F1 - got to speed around racetracks for the movie, but he acknowledged he should learn to slow down when he's out and about.

Noting he is "trying to be calm in traffic", Brad told Extra: "I'm one of those that feels like I'm always on the racetrack and I need to, like, chill.

"I just need to chill. So that's this year, just trying to chill. Enjoy the sights, don't sweat the traffic.

"I'm not doing very well, by the way."

The 61-year-old actor's character in the movie is a retired driver making his return to the sport, and Brad has seen parallels with the film world.

He said: "It's n...