Formula 1 101
In a world full of different auto racing series at the regional, national and even international level, Formula 1 rides above them all. Come find the basic outlines of the pinnacle of open-wheel, single-seater racing. Learn where Grand Prix races take place, who the great drivers are and what makes this sport so different.
A Visit to the Formula 1 Starting Grid
For any race fan lucky enough to go there, the Formula 1 starting grid is the most exciting place on earth in the half hour before a Grand Prix starts. It is the place where the teams, cars, drivers, stars, media and dignitaries assemble in the culmination to the Grand Prix weekend before a race starts. Make a visit to the several starting grids of the season through this pictorial display.
For any race fan lucky enough to go there, the Formula 1 starting grid is the most exciting place on earth in the half hour before a Grand Prix starts. It is the place where the teams, cars, drivers, stars, media and dignitaries assemble in the culmination to the Grand Prix weekend before a race starts. Make a visit to the several starting grids of the season through this pictorial display.
From Karting to Formula 1: First Classes in the School of Auto Racing
Virtually all of the Formula 1 drivers start out racing as children in go-karts. Karting is the best school for racing because it is F1 in miniature: Competition, mechanics, driving skills, human relations - everything a driver must know to race at the highest level starts at the lowest level. Karting even has its own annual world championship.
Virtually all of the Formula 1 drivers start out racing as children in go-karts. Karting is the best school for racing because it is F1 in miniature: Competition, mechanics, driving skills, human relations - everything a driver must know to race at the highest level starts at the lowest level. Karting even has its own annual world championship.
The Developing Saga of Formula 1 Qualifying
Formula 1 qualifying is a system of grid designation unlike any other in motor racing. After five seasons of changes and fine tuning, the sport has finally found a system that works.
Formula 1 qualifying is a system of grid designation unlike any other in motor racing. After five seasons of changes and fine tuning, the sport has finally found a system that works.
Official Formula 1 Web Site
The official Formula 1 web site run by the promoter of the sport, Formula1.com is not only a good reference for news and details about rules and regulations. It is also the best place to go for live timing during races. But don't expect to find much of the latest gossip or politics.
The official Formula 1 web site run by the promoter of the sport, Formula1.com is not only a good reference for news and details about rules and regulations. It is also the best place to go for live timing during races. But don't expect to find much of the latest gossip or politics.