Massive 35-car grids made for spectacular F3000 racing in the late nineties – but that changed when it became a permanent part of the F1 support programme.
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Formula 3000 memories: 1993-96
Formula 3000 memories
Posted onThe mid-nineties were a difficult time for F3000, as several top drivers struggled to break into F1. The 1995 championship was also marred by a fatal accident on the last lap of the season.
Formula 3000 memories: 1989-92
Formula 3000 memories
Posted onAs the eighties turned into the nineties Formula 3000 cemented its position as the leading category for aspiring Formula One drivers. However risings speeds brought with it an increase in danger.
Formula 3000 memories: 1985-88
Formula 3000 memories
Posted onFormula 3000 helped scores of F1 drivers reach the top of motor racing. Relive the memorable moments from the championship which began 30 years ago.
Last corner drama at Watkins Glen
Weekend Racing Wrap
Posted onNASCAR’s annual visit to former F1 venue Watkins Glen reached a dramatic conclusion when the race leader ran out of fuel approaching the final corner.
Silence for Bianchi in Japan and America
Weekend Racing Wrap
Posted onThe American IndyCar championship and Japan’s Super Formula series were among those to hold a minute of silence out of respect for Jules Bianchi, who died on Saturday.
Merhi banned after “dangerous” post-race crash
Weekend Racing Wrap
Posted onWeekend Racing Wrap: Merhi given ban after huge Formula Renault 3.5 crash • IndyCar action at Milwaukee • WTCC tackles spectacular Vila Real track
NASCAR fans injured after car hits fence in crash
Weekend Racing Wrap
Posted onWeekend Racing Wrap: Fans injured as NASCAR driver hits fence in huge crash • Ogier holds off rally rivals • Penalty costs Hansen home rallycross win
“Pretty slow” Formula E doesn’t appeal to Raikkonen
2015 F1 season
Posted onKimi Raikkonen and Jenson Button say they aren’t interested in racing in Formula E despite having watched some rounds of the new championship earlier this year.
First FE title won as IndyCar race provokes anger
Weekend Racing Wrap
Posted onWeekend Racing Wrap: One point decides first Formula E title • Pack racing fears after IndyCar crash • Another F3 driver flipped at Norising
Has Formula E won you over?
Debates and Polls
Posted onFormula E holds the final race of its first season today. What do you think of the series which some believe could one day be a rival to Formula One?
Lotus 43: F1’s only 16-cylinder race-winner
2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Posted onWith ten cylinders more than today’s V6s, the Lotus 43 with its BRM H16 power plant took a surprise win in the 1966 US Grand Prix.
Goodwood Festival 2015: Eighties F1 cars
2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Posted onA collection of cars which raced during the eighties, at height of F1’s last turbo era, are in action at Goodwood this weekend.
Goodwood Festival 2015: Highlights from the hill
2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Posted onPictures of interesting and unusual cars from outside Formula One at the 2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Goodwood Festival 2015: Cars from F1’s first 30 years
2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Posted onTwo cars which starred in one of the most famous moments in Formula One history are on display at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Minardi M189: Heroic minnows’ only race-leading car
2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Posted onIn Minardi’s 20-year history only one of their cars led a race and started from the front row. Here’s the story of the giant-killing Minardi M189.
FIA ‘should value Formula Renault 3.5 higher’
Formula Renault 3.5
Posted onThe FIA should award more superlicence points to drivers who are successful in the Formula Renault 3.5 championship, according to some of the F1 racers who graduated from the series.
Mallya hails Hulkenberg’s “incredible” Le Mans win
2015 F1 season
Posted onForce India team principal Vijay Mallya praised Nico Hulkenberg’s “incredible” victory in the Le Mans 24 Hours yesterday.
Porsche vs Audi: Serial Le Mans winners lead fight for 2015 victory
2015 Le Mans 24 Hours preview
Posted onNissan has returned to Le Mans and Toyota is still seeking its first win. But expect serial winners Porsche and Audi to lead the fight for victory.
Moscow sets up final round Formula E title-decider
Weekend Racing Wrap
Posted onFour drivers will go into the final weekend of the Formula E championship with a shot at the title. Highlights of their latest race plus IndyCar, NASCAR, WTCC and more.