Monthly Archives: February 2009

Mosley says US team interested in F1 – PR Inside

Mosley says US team interested in F1 – PR InsideLONDON (AP) – An American group is seriously interested in fielding a Formula One racing team, the president of the sport’s governing body said Thursday. Max Mosley said that an undisclosed … Continue reading →

Singapore to be fine-tuned to boost overtaking – Formula 1

Singapore to be fine-tuned to boost overtaking – Formula 1Following the huge success of last year s inaugural Singapore Grand Prix, organisers have announced that the layout of the Marina Bay circuit will be improved further ahead of the 2009 … Continue reading →

Rumor: Danica Patrick and Scott Speed on a U.S. F1 Team – Wired

Rumor: Danica Patrick and Scott Speed on a U.S. F1 Team – WiredThere’s a rumor going around that a pair of guys with impressive racing resumes are putting together an American Formula 1 team featuring American drivers Scott Speed and … Continue reading →

Forever Lotus: The F1 Genius Of Colin Chapman – Bleacherreport.com

Forever Lotus: The F1 Genius Of Colin Chapman – Bleacherreport.comLooking at the F1 cars that fought the 2008 season, and the ones scheduled to combat for honours in 2009, it is possible to discern a certain commonality of design. All … Continue reading →

Webber aids recovery with cryogenic chamber therapy – Formula 1

Webber aids recovery with cryogenic chamber therapy – Formula 1After breaking his leg in a road accident in November, Red Bull s Mark Webber has been keeping busy recuperating ahead of the 2009 season. And alongside gym and pool work, … Continue reading →

BMW Sauber F1.09 – front aero package – Formula 1

BMW Sauber F1.09 – front aero package – Formula 1BMW Sauber launched the F1.09 with almost exactly the same front-aero package that they ran on their interim car at the end of last year. The front wing features quite a … Continue reading →

McLaren pay tribute to former boss Mayer – Formula 1

McLaren pay tribute to former boss Mayer – Formula 1Teddy Mayer, former McLaren team principal and one of the original founders of the team along with Bruce McLaren in 1963, has passed away. Mayer, who died on Friday, was 73. … Continue reading →

Sebastien Bourdais stays with F1′s Toro Rosso – Associated Press

Sebastien Bourdais stays with F1′s Toro Rosso – Associated PressLONDON (AP) — Sebastien Bourdais will drive for Toro Rosso again in the upcoming Formula One season. The 29-year-old Frenchman, who was overshadowed by teammate Sebastian Vettel last season, will team … Continue reading →

The Edge of the World: How the Rule of Three Can Save F1 – Bleacherreport.com

The Edge of the World: How the Rule of Three Can Save F1 – Bleacherreport.comI’m not entirely convinced that mariners of old really believed there was a distinct edge to the world, over which they might plunge, but I find … Continue reading →

Renault R29 – front aero package – Formula 1

Renault R29 – front aero package – Formula 1Despite the restrictive aerodynamic rules for 2009, teams have adopted various approaches to the front ends of their cars. The major design difficulties to overcome have been the standardised central section of … Continue reading →

Formula One s forgotten heroes – Francois Cevert – Formula 1

Formula One s forgotten heroes – Francois Cevert – Formula 1Since 1950, hundreds of drivers have tried their luck at Formula One racing, but just 101 have won races – and only a select band of 30 have become world … Continue reading →

Formula One s forgotten heroes – Francois Cevert – Formula 1

Formula One s forgotten heroes – Francois Cevert – Formula 1Since 1950, hundreds of drivers have tried their luck at Formula One racing, but just 101 have won races – and only a select band of 30 have become world … Continue reading →

Motor Racing: Three turns at F1 circuit along Marina Bay set to be – Channel NewsAsia

Motor Racing: Three turns at F1 circuit along Marina Bay set to be – Channel NewsAsiaSINGAPORE: Ayrton Senna. Alberto Ascari. Jim Clark. All of them Formula 1 world champions, all speed demons immortalised at some of the world s most … Continue reading →

Before Buemi – Switzerland s Formula One greats – Formula 1

Before Buemi – Switzerland s Formula One greats – Formula 1Regazzoni was by far the most successful Swiss-born Formula One driver. After memorably taking fourth place on his F1 debut – for Ferrari – at the 1970 Dutch Grand Prix, … Continue reading →

Force India on track for March debut – Formula 1

Force India on track for March debut – Formula 1Although their rivals are already tweaking their new cars after testing last week, Force India are yet to unveil their 2009 challenger. But on Friday the team revealed that they are … Continue reading →

motor racing f1 – Buenos Aires Herald

motor racing f1 – Buenos Aires HeraldEcclestone would have lost under medals plan LONDON Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone would have lost out if his plan to decide the title with Olympic-style medals had been in place when he was … Continue reading →

GAC Qatar sponsors Qatari team for F1 Power Boat Series – MENAFN

GAC Qatar sponsors Qatari team for F1 Power Boat Series – MENAFNQatar s F1 power boat racing team has been given a boost for the 2009 Championship, thanks to the signing of a sponsorship deal by Qatar Marine Sport Federation … Continue reading →

Before Buemi – Switzerland s Formula One greats – Formula 1

Before Buemi – Switzerland s Formula One greats – Formula 1Regazzoni was by far the most successful Swiss-born Formula One driver. After memorably taking fourth place on his F1 debut – for Ferrari – at the 1970 Dutch Grand Prix, … Continue reading →

Bourdais confirmed at Toro Rosso for 2009 – Formula 1

Bourdais confirmed at Toro Rosso for 2009 – Formula 1After months of waiting, Sebastien Bourdais has finally been told he will retain his race seat with Toro Rosso for 2009, lining up alongside Swiss newcomer Sebastien Buemi. Bourdais had a … Continue reading →

Formula one – Guardian Unlimited

Formula one – Guardian UnlimitedJenson Button always maintained that he would stick with Honda rather than look elsewhere, but the Englishman has been left with no choice following Toro Rosso’s decision today to give the last vacant seat in formula … Continue reading →

Before Buemi – Switzerland s Formula One greats – Formula 1

Before Buemi – Switzerland s Formula One greats – Formula 1Regazzoni was by far the most successful Swiss-born Formula One driver. After memorably taking fourth place on his F1 debut – for Ferrari – at the 1970 Dutch Grand Prix, … Continue reading →

Mosley says F1 crisis biggest for 40 years – Zee News

Mosley says F1 crisis biggest for 40 years – Zee NewsLondon, Feb 06: Formula One faces its biggest crisis in 40 years and must act immediately to cut costs further, International Automobile Federation (FIA) president Max Mosley said. “It’s by … Continue reading →

Toyota TF109 – rear diffuser design – Formula 1

Toyota TF109 – rear diffuser design – Formula 1Toyota’s diffuser makes a very interesting interpretation of the revised 2009 rules (and one that has already prompted speculation regarding its legality). By exploiting regulations that allow extra bodywork within a 150mm … Continue reading →

Mosley expects 12 F1 teams in 2010 – Autosport.com

Mosley expects 12 F1 teams in 2010 – Autosport.comFIA president Max Mosley believes there will be 12 Formula One teams next season despite the economic crisis hitting the world. The 2009 field will include ten teams if the Honda Racing … Continue reading →

Mosley says US team interested in F1 – International Herald Tribune

Mosley says US team interested in F1 – International Herald TribuneLONDON : An American group is “seriously” interested in fielding a Formula One racing team, the president of the sport’s governing body said Thursday. Max Mosley said that an undisclosed … Continue reading →