F1 2010 rules: KERS to stay

F1 cars will continue to use KERS in 2010. Despite widespread expectations that Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems would be dropped after just one year, the new F1 regulations published today includes provision for the devices. The F1 teams’ association had agreed not to use KERS next year – but I’m glad it’s staying.

Whitmarsh wants Hamilton and Kovalainen to have equal equipment

Nelson Piquet’s attack on Flavio Briatore for not giving him and Fernando Alonso equal equipment has once again cast a spotlight on how teams treat their drivers. McLaren’s policy of driver equality was a subject of furious debate during the 2007 season (not least on this site), when Alonso and Lewis Hamilton fell out spectacularly. … Continue reading Whitmarsh wants Hamilton and Kovalainen to have equal equipment

Sebastian Vettel’s career in video (Part 1)

F1 Fanatic guest writer Journeyer looks at how Sebastian Vettel got into F1 and what he’s done since then in the first of a two-part video guide to the young driver’s career. Michael Schumacher has decided to abort his comeback bid, but many feel that the next Schumi is already on the grid. Sebastian Vettel … Continue reading Sebastian Vettel’s career in video (Part 1)

Button expects Schumacher return this year

Jenson Button has said on Twitter he thinks Michael Schumacher will race in F1 before the 2009 season is over: Who knows why Button might think that – but in Ross Brawn he has an ally who knows the workings of Michael Schumacher’s mind as well as almost anyone. This could be an ‘educated guess’. … Continue reading Button expects Schumacher return this year

Kimi Raikkonen for 2010 Fiat WRC team?

An article in the Financial Times claims Fiat could enter the World Rally Championship in 2010: Two car manufacturers, believed to be Fiat and Volkswagen, are on the verge of joining Citro?â?½n and Ford in the World Rally Championship (WRC), says its chief executive. Fiat currently races in the rival Intercontinental Rally Challenge. As SJ … Continue reading Kimi Raikkonen for 2010 Fiat WRC team?

Do the punishments fit the crimes?

It’s highly unusual to see the FIA’s international court of appeal soften a penalty that’s been handed down to a team. But that’s exactly what happened to Renault yesterday as their one-race ban was withdrawn and they were given just a $50,000 fine. In recent years we’ve seen multi-race bans, championship exclusions and $100m fines … Continue reading Do the punishments fit the crimes?

“Williams” (Maurice Hamilton, 2009)

Although it’s five years since Williams last won a Grand Prix, and 12 since their last championship triumph, it still feels odd not to see their blue-and-white cars regularly at the sharp end of a race. By which I mean leading it by upwards of half a minute. That was what I got used to … Continue reading “Williams” (Maurice Hamilton, 2009)

Nurburgring gets ‘F1 engine journey’

I was curious when I learned a British company was building an exhibit allowing people to walk through a model of an F1 engine. Unfortunately for me – but luckily for German F1 fans – it’s being built at the Nurburgring. Part of the Ring Werk museum, the exhibit was built by EDM. Here’s what … Continue reading Nurburgring gets ‘F1 engine journey’

Brawn must hit back after three weak races (European Grand Prix preview)

Since the teams last did battle at the Hungaroring they’ve all had two week’s compulsory down-time. Before the break Jenson Button pointed out that the rules can’t prevent them from thinking about F1 – and his team is the one with the deepest thinking to do. Can they mount a resurgence and get his championship … Continue reading Brawn must hit back after three weak races (European Grand Prix preview)

Will Alonso get to race in Valencia? (Poll)

Renault goes before the World Motor Sports Council today to argue against its exclusion from the European Grand Prix. The stewards at the Hungarian Grand Prix banned them from this weekend’s race after the team knowingly allowed Fernando Alonso to leave the pits with a loose wheel during the race.

F1 links: More changes to aid overtaking?

Here’s a round-up of F1 news and other interesting links I’ve found today. If you’ve spotted a hot news story, interesting new website or just something funny from the world of F1, please share your links in the comments below. FIA’s Purnell wants more rule changes Tony Purnell: "If we’re going to give the fans … Continue reading F1 links: More changes to aid overtaking?

Luca Badoer gets two days in an F60

Luca Badoer will spend two days at the wheel of the Ferrari F60 ahead of his F1 comeback at Valencia next week. According to Ferrari: Tomorrow and Tuesday Luca will be part of a video shooting for promotional purposes behind the F60’s wheel at the Fiorano race track. Isn’t it convenient the team should need … Continue reading Luca Badoer gets two days in an F60

European Grand Prix TV times

Here are the times for the BBC’s F1 coverage of this weekend’s European Grand Prix: Friday 21st August 8.55 – 10.35 – Free practice 1 (BBC Red Button and online) 13.00 – 14.30 – Free practice 2 (BBC Red Button and online) Saturday 22nd August 10.00 – 11.00 – Free practice 3 (BBC Red Button … Continue reading European Grand Prix TV times

European Grand Prix weather forecast

F1 returns after a four-week break for the European Grand Prix in the city of Valencia this weekend. August is the hottest month of the year in this part of the world and the weather is expected to run true to form, with hot, dry running on all three days. Temperatures are forecast to be … Continue reading European Grand Prix weather forecast

Renault F1 open day (pictures)

Renault held an open day for fans earlier this week. Their current and former F1 cars were on display, including Fernando Alonso’s championship-winning car from 2005 and the Renault-powered Benetton Michael Schumacher won the 1995 title in. Pete Johnston went along and very kindly allowed me to use some of his pictures from the day:

F1 links: Montreal tipped for 2010 calendar

Here’s a round-up of F1 news and other interesting links I’ve found today. If you’ve spotted a hot news story, interesting new website or just something funny from the world of F1, please share your links in the comments below. F1 rumours overshadow NASCAR "La Presse reported that only a few details and a couple … Continue reading F1 links: Montreal tipped for 2010 calendar

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