On 02/05, 11:31
Ferrari opposes the FIA’s proposals for a budget cap that would allow new teams to enter Formula 1 with the modest sum of 40 million pounds next season. In a statement released by the Italian team on Friday, the Scuderia explains why it opposes this new regulation point. According to them, they wish to maintain […] 
On 02/05, 11:04
Although currently at the back of the pack, Force India has indicated that it wants to keep up with the development pace of the other Formula 1 teams. While more and more teams like Ferrari, BMW-Sauber, or Red Bull are working on the double diffuser concept in their respective factories, Force India had already deployed […] 
On 02/05, 10:39
Following the extraordinary meeting of the World Motor Sport Council on Wednesday, the FIA released its verdict in the McLaren lying case. This announcement reveals how close McLaren came to being completely excluded from several races. Although found guilty of bringing the sport into disrepute, the FIA approves of McLaren’s behavior since the controversy spread. […] 
On 02/05, 10:14
The newly revised Ferrari F60 made its track debut yesterday, Friday, May 1st. The new package, up to 15 kg lighter than the initial 2009 version, has been tested. It was the Italian, Marc Gene, who was at the wheel of the single-seater. The weight saved affects all areas, including the material used for the […] 
On 01/05, 11:00
The F1 world champion, Jacques Villeneuve, has created a driving school in partnership with the ICAR (International Club Académie Racing) complex in Montreal. The Canadian will use this track to transmit his passion for racing to young adolescents, hoping they will become future drivers. « Creating my own driving school is an excellent opportunity to […] 
On 01/05, 10:38
Williams’ Technical Director, Sam Michael, claims that his team is working tirelessly to introduce its KERS in the race as soon as possible. However, he admitted that no date has been set for the moment. Williams is the only team looking to develop a system where the stored energy is found in a flywheel, while […] 
On 01/05, 09:39
Brendon Hartley has taken over from David Coulthard as the official reserve driver for the Red Bull Racing team. Despite the lack of tests during the season, the 19-year-old driver from New Zealand will remain available in case one of the official Red Bull drivers is unable to race during the season. The news broke […] 
On 30/04, 15:31
The FIA announced this Thursday that the weight of Formula 1 cars will be increased starting from the 2010 season under the new technical regulations. The body declared that the minimum weight for cars next season will be 620 kg, whereas currently it is 605 kg. This change aims to prevent heavier drivers from being […] 
On 30/04, 11:57
The World Motor Sport Council announced that financial support will be provided to new teams that decide to enter the Formula 1 championship next season. Bernie Ecclestone, the holder of commercial rights, has agreed to make an annual payment of 10 million dollars (7.530 million euros) to each new team, while offering free transport of […] 
On 30/04, 11:42
The FIA has also just confirmed the ban on refueling for the 2010 season. The Board of Directors cited cost-saving reasons. « It has been confirmed that from 2010, refueling during a race will be banned to save on transportation costs of refueling equipment. The other reason concerns the engine manufacturers who will have greater […] 
On 30/04, 11:18
The governing body of Formula 1, the FIA, announced today the introduction of a budget cap set at 40 million pounds sterling (44.6 million euros) starting from next season. The FIA stated that teams deciding to operate under this cap will have more technical freedom regarding wings, engines, unlimited testing outside the regular season, and […] 
On 29/04, 15:03
Max Mosley, president of the FIA, hinted that the World Motor Sport Council, meeting today, approved a slight increase in the budget per team. While awaiting the official disclosure of the Council’s decision, Mosley stated after the meeting that the £30 million (more than €33 million) budget cap was increased following consultation with the F1 […] 
On 29/04, 14:42
This morning, the FIA World Motor Sport Council met in Paris with the McLaren team director, Martin Whitmarsh, regarding the events related to the lies at the Australian Grand Prix. While there have been numerous speculations in the specialized press, ranging from exclusion from the championship to a mere warning, the outcome was rather lenient […] On 29/04, 11:48
McLaren was heard today at the FIA World Council held today, Wednesday, in Paris. Ultimately, the decision was not to penalize the McLaren team following the collaboration of the Woking team. McLaren faced a potential three-race suspension. Following the lying scandal after the 2009 Australian Grand Prix, the team had been disqualified in Melbourne and […] 
On 29/04, 10:13
The Spanish Grand Prix is in turmoil as it could cause a greater spread of the H1N1 virus detected worldwide. As reported by some Spanish media, the virus has already claimed a few victims in Catalonia, the region of Barcelona where the F1 circuit will take place on Sunday, May 8th for the race. The […] 
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