Formula 1 and Other Car Racing: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
F1 for Ignoramuses
Formula 1 is the most popular form of world motor racing, unlike IndyCar, which has a much smaller fan base, thanks partly to a division of the two major open-wheel series in the U.S. in the past decade. F1 is at the pinnacle of motor racing both technologically and in terms of the quality of the drivers - not IndyCar. In IndyCar, the cars are built by teams according to regulations. IndyCar races on oval tracks, F1 never does.
Formula 1 is the most popular form of world motor racing, unlike IndyCar, which has a much smaller fan base, thanks partly to a division of the two major open-wheel series in the U.S. in the past decade. F1 is at the pinnacle of motor racing both technologically and in terms of the quality of the drivers - not IndyCar. In IndyCar, the cars are built by teams according to regulations. IndyCar races on oval tracks, F1 never does.
Carbon Fiber F1 Cars
A revolution in racing car body materials in the early 1980s led to the standard Formula 1 racing car chassis of today. No longer made of a metal, today's F1 cars are made of an ultra light and strong plastic-like material called carbon fiber, which used to be more associated with the aerospace industry than with racing cars. Formula 1 engineers have become so adept at working with carbon composite materials, however, that other industries now turn to it for advice.
A revolution in racing car body materials in the early 1980s led to the standard Formula 1 racing car chassis of today. No longer made of a metal, today's F1 cars are made of an ultra light and strong plastic-like material called carbon fiber, which used to be more associated with the aerospace industry than with racing cars. Formula 1 engineers have become so adept at working with carbon composite materials, however, that other industries now turn to it for advice.
Lightweight F1 Drivers
How much does a Formula 1 driver weigh? What is the ideal height? These are questions that have not been heard for a few years in a sport where the best drivers used to be like horse racing jockeys. But thanks to a new technology called KERS introduced in 2009, the question of driver heights and weights came back again - more relevant than ever.
How much does a Formula 1 driver weigh? What is the ideal height? These are questions that have not been heard for a few years in a sport where the best drivers used to be like horse racing jockeys. But thanks to a new technology called KERS introduced in 2009, the question of driver heights and weights came back again - more relevant than ever.
The Latest Motor Homes of the World's Most Luxurious Racing Paddock
At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world. Come visit the latest team motor homes.
At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world. Come visit the latest team motor homes.
F1 Driver Fitness
Formula 1 drivers undergo physical demands in the cockpit of a kind that no other athlete faces. G-Forces throughout an hour-and-a-half race make their heads four to five times their regular weight, and they must make split-second decisions that could cost them or others their lives while enduring intense heat, humidity and vibrations from the engine and the track.
Formula 1 drivers undergo physical demands in the cockpit of a kind that no other athlete faces. G-Forces throughout an hour-and-a-half race make their heads four to five times their regular weight, and they must make split-second decisions that could cost them or others their lives while enduring intense heat, humidity and vibrations from the engine and the track.
Indy 500 Vs. Monaco GP
The Indianapolis 500 and the Monaco Grand Prix are the world's two most famous motor races. Frequently, as both are raced in May, they fall on the same day. But despite having cars that look similar, there can be few races quite so different as these two classics.
The Indianapolis 500 and the Monaco Grand Prix are the world's two most famous motor races. Frequently, as both are raced in May, they fall on the same day. But despite having cars that look similar, there can be few races quite so different as these two classics.
F1 Qualifying Explained
Formula 1 qualifying is a unique system of grid designation unlike any other in motor racing. After five seasons of incessant changes, the sport has finally found a system that works - well, almost.
Formula 1 qualifying is a unique system of grid designation unlike any other in motor racing. After five seasons of incessant changes, the sport has finally found a system that works - well, almost.
Formula 1 Logistics
For the first time in Formula 1 history, in 2012 seven races were staged in nine weeks, with a series of three so-called flyaways and races taking place one week apart instead of the usual two weeks. The final Grands Prix were run in Asia, the Middle East and in North and South America. The logistics of the travel of the biggest racing show on earth, were perfectly choreographed.
For the first time in Formula 1 history, in 2012 seven races were staged in nine weeks, with a series of three so-called flyaways and races taking place one week apart instead of the usual two weeks. The final Grands Prix were run in Asia, the Middle East and in North and South America. The logistics of the travel of the biggest racing show on earth, were perfectly choreographed.
Ferrari
A photo of the Ferrari team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
A photo of the Ferrari team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
Red Bull
A photo of the Red Bull F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
A photo of the Red Bull F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
Using F1 Brakes for Speed
We generally think of car brakes as designed to make a car slow down. But in Formula 1, the first thought of the drivers and engineers is how to use the brakes - like almost every other one of the vehicle's 3,000 parts - to make the car go faster.
We generally think of car brakes as designed to make a car slow down. But in Formula 1, the first thought of the drivers and engineers is how to use the brakes - like almost every other one of the vehicle's 3,000 parts - to make the car go faster.
Outline of Typical F1 Weekend
Although Formula 1 Grand Prix races always take place on a Sunday, there is a lot more activity than that surrounding a race and extending a week around the event. From the arrival of the motor homes and cars and garage equipment to the arrival of the drivers themselves, there's a lot more to it than an hour and a half on Sunday afternoon.
Although Formula 1 Grand Prix races always take place on a Sunday, there is a lot more activity than that surrounding a race and extending a week around the event. From the arrival of the motor homes and cars and garage equipment to the arrival of the drivers themselves, there's a lot more to it than an hour and a half on Sunday afternoon.
F1 Wind Tunnels
Aerodynamics on Formula 1 cars is a science of gaining the most grip through using the wind. Unlike with airplanes, the wings of a racing car push the car down to the track, not up in the air. The effect allows a car to slide less and turn a faster lap. To develop the best aerodynamic grip possible, F1 teams use a wind tunnel.
Aerodynamics on Formula 1 cars is a science of gaining the most grip through using the wind. Unlike with airplanes, the wings of a racing car push the car down to the track, not up in the air. The effect allows a car to slide less and turn a faster lap. To develop the best aerodynamic grip possible, F1 teams use a wind tunnel.
McLaren Mercedes
A photo of the McLaren Mercedes F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
A photo of the McLaren Mercedes F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
F1 KERS Technology
In 2009 as part of Formula 1's effort to become more environmentally friendly and relevant, the series began using a Kinetic Energy Recovery System to collect energy normally wasted during braking, and to re-use it in short bursts of power to increase speed and help in overtaking.
In 2009 as part of Formula 1's effort to become more environmentally friendly and relevant, the series began using a Kinetic Energy Recovery System to collect energy normally wasted during braking, and to re-use it in short bursts of power to increase speed and help in overtaking.
Lewis Hamilton: F1 Driver
Lewis Hamilton's rise to the pinnacle of world motor racing is a story unique in the history of Formula 1. After years of proving to be one of the fastest, most successful drivers in the lower series the young British driver joined the illustrious McLaren Mercedes team in 2007 to become the first black driver in F1 history. He won the drivers' title in 2008, to become the youngest ever winner of the title.
Lewis Hamilton's rise to the pinnacle of world motor racing is a story unique in the history of Formula 1. After years of proving to be one of the fastest, most successful drivers in the lower series the young British driver joined the illustrious McLaren Mercedes team in 2007 to become the first black driver in F1 history. He won the drivers' title in 2008, to become the youngest ever winner of the title.
F1 Race Strategy
Formula 1 is not only the most advanced form of racing technologically, it is also the most advanced in terms of race strategy. Which tires to use, how many pit stops to make, how much fuel to put in the car before the race - these are all elements that a team's strategist calculates to know how best to tackle a certain race track.
Formula 1 is not only the most advanced form of racing technologically, it is also the most advanced in terms of race strategy. Which tires to use, how many pit stops to make, how much fuel to put in the car before the race - these are all elements that a team's strategist calculates to know how best to tackle a certain race track.
Renault
A photo of the Renault F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
A photo of the Renault F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
Honda
A photo of the Honda F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
A photo of the Honda F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
Danica Patrick: Woman Racer
In 2008 Danica Patrick became the first woman to win a major international open-wheel race when she won an Indy Racing League event in Japan. Before that, however, she had a long career working here way up the levels in open-wheel racing in Europe with a view to making it to Formula 1. She first attracted international attention when she became the first woman to lead the Indianapolis 500.
In 2008 Danica Patrick became the first woman to win a major international open-wheel race when she won an Indy Racing League event in Japan. Before that, however, she had a long career working here way up the levels in open-wheel racing in Europe with a view to making it to Formula 1. She first attracted international attention when she became the first woman to lead the Indianapolis 500.
A 250cc Two Stroke Go-Kart With Bodywork
The 250cc two stroke class pictured here is not often used by the younger drivers rising the categories to F1. But it is a lot of fun even for adults, and some 250cc karts reach speeds almost as fast as Formula 1 cars.
The 250cc two stroke class pictured here is not often used by the younger drivers rising the categories to F1. But it is a lot of fun even for adults, and some 250cc karts reach speeds almost as fast as Formula 1 cars.
Spyker
A photo of the Spyker F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
A photo of the Spyker F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
McLaren's New Motor Home Was Introduced at the British Grand Prix 2007
At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world. The Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Brand Center.
At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world. The Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Brand Center.
BMW Sauber
Photo of BMW Sauber's motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
Photo of BMW Sauber's motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
Monaco Grand Prix as Travel Destination
Sun, sea and cliffs, a port, yachts, and casinos, billionaires, beauties, picture-postcard houses, buildings and palaces: This principality on the Mediterranean is a fairy-tale world, and even just the name of Monaco itself is enough to bring the place alive in most people’s minds.
Sun, sea and cliffs, a port, yachts, and casinos, billionaires, beauties, picture-postcard houses, buildings and palaces: This principality on the Mediterranean is a fairy-tale world, and even just the name of Monaco itself is enough to bring the place alive in most people’s minds.
Super Aguri
A photo of the Super Aguri motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
A photo of the Super Aguri motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
Senna: The Film
The documentary film about the life of Ayrton Senna has become one of the top selling documentary films in the UK, and has reached audiences around the world outside of the usual Formula 1 fan base.
The documentary film about the life of Ayrton Senna has become one of the top selling documentary films in the UK, and has reached audiences around the world outside of the usual Formula 1 fan base.
Retromobile: A History of Formula 1 Cars
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. The latter belonged to the finest single collection at the show, that of Nick Mason, the drummer of the Pink Floyd rock band.
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. The latter belonged to the finest single collection at the show, that of Nick Mason, the drummer of the Pink Floyd rock band.
Williams
A photo of the Williams F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
A photo of the Williams F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
Women in F1
In what is essentially considered a macho sport, there are a few women who are breaking the mold in Formula 1, where, as is the tradition elsewhere in auto racing, they usually occupy marketing, media relations and hospitality jobs. While more women than ever work the technical jobs to make the cars go fast, the one area where they are still absent is behind the steering wheel.
In what is essentially considered a macho sport, there are a few women who are breaking the mold in Formula 1, where, as is the tradition elsewhere in auto racing, they usually occupy marketing, media relations and hospitality jobs. While more women than ever work the technical jobs to make the cars go fast, the one area where they are still absent is behind the steering wheel.
Toro Rosso
A photo of the Toro Rosso motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
A photo of the Toro Rosso motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
Kart Teams Provide Garage Materials and the Garage Itself
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 world championship yearly. The big companies that make the karts, like Birel, travel to races with chassis, engines, tools and all the necessary pieces for a karting weekend.
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 world championship yearly. The big companies that make the karts, like Birel, travel to races with chassis, engines, tools and all the necessary pieces for a karting weekend.
Kangaroo TV in F1
Kangaroo TV is a hand held mobile media device that delivers live video, audio and data to spectators over a Formula 1 race weekend. It allows viewers to select from multiple live streams to tailor the experience according to their interests. It has made attending F1 races the best possible way to watch a race, giving spectators the smell, feel and look of the live event along with an even better television show than the one that fans watch at home.
Kangaroo TV is a hand held mobile media device that delivers live video, audio and data to spectators over a Formula 1 race weekend. It allows viewers to select from multiple live streams to tailor the experience according to their interests. It has made attending F1 races the best possible way to watch a race, giving spectators the smell, feel and look of the live event along with an even better television show than the one that fans watch at home.
Toyota
A photo of the Toyota F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
A photo of the Toyota F1 team motor home. At the European races on the Formula 1 calendar the teams all bring their own elaborate motor home to each race. In these elaborate traveling hospitality areas, the teams carry out their relations with the press and sponsors. They also use the motor homes as a dining area to feed the members of the team. Each season sees a new motor home or an addition to an old one, as the paddock evolves into the most luxurious racing city in the world.
Tobacco Sponsorship in F1
It was as recent as 2007 that Formula 1 saw the last of the tobacco advertising that had funded the series' racing for 40 years. But it immediately found other sources of sponsorship.
It was as recent as 2007 that Formula 1 saw the last of the tobacco advertising that had funded the series' racing for 40 years. But it immediately found other sources of sponsorship.
Ferrari Enters New Era
Ferrari is the only Formula 1 team to have raced in the series since the championship was founded in 1950. It is also the most successful team in F1 history. After dominating for the last decade and breaking F1 team records with Michael Schumacher driving, Ferrari now enters a new era after the German's retirement.
Ferrari is the only Formula 1 team to have raced in the series since the championship was founded in 1950. It is also the most successful team in F1 history. After dominating for the last decade and breaking F1 team records with Michael Schumacher driving, Ferrari now enters a new era after the German's retirement.
Driving at Monaco
It is the slowest and the shortest track of the year for the world's fastest, most technologically advanced racing cars. But the roller-coaster ride through the streets of Monaco is also the track that in many ways appeals most to the greatest racing drivers in the world.
It is the slowest and the shortest track of the year for the world's fastest, most technologically advanced racing cars. But the roller-coaster ride through the streets of Monaco is also the track that in many ways appeals most to the greatest racing drivers in the world.
The New Pit, Garage and Grandstands of the Old Monaco Circuit
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. A few years ago the principality rebuilt the temporary pit and garage areas and added grandstands facing the pits.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. A few years ago the principality rebuilt the temporary pit and garage areas and added grandstands facing the pits.
Schumacher_Interview
On the occasion of the inauguration of the Michael Schumacher World Champion Tower in October 2008, a real estate project in Abu Dhabi, the Formula 1 seven-time world champion gave an exclusive interview to Brad Spurgeon about his life two years after retiring from motor racing. The most successful driver in Formula 1 history, Schumacher is taking life easy and involving himself in several different projects while waiting for his next big passion after racing to come along.
On the occasion of the inauguration of the Michael Schumacher World Champion Tower in October 2008, a real estate project in Abu Dhabi, the Formula 1 seven-time world champion gave an exclusive interview to Brad Spurgeon about his life two years after retiring from motor racing. The most successful driver in Formula 1 history, Schumacher is taking life easy and involving himself in several different projects while waiting for his next big passion after racing to come along.
F1 Driver Education
For many of the greatest F1 drivers, the rise to the top involved first joining a smaller team where they completed something of an apprenticeship in a racing job that compares to none other in its physical and mental demands and intensity.
For many of the greatest F1 drivers, the rise to the top involved first joining a smaller team where they completed something of an apprenticeship in a racing job that compares to none other in its physical and mental demands and intensity.
2013 F1 Provisional Calendar
See where the Formula 1 drivers will race in 2013. This is the provisional 2013 calendar as announced by the International Automobile Federation in September 2013.
See where the Formula 1 drivers will race in 2013. This is the provisional 2013 calendar as announced by the International Automobile Federation in September 2013.
Driving Modern F1 Car
A Formula 1 driver's job has got a lot more complicated with the improvement in racing car technology. And drivers are not sure they like all the added tasks and buttons that have transformed the nature of elite racing.
A Formula 1 driver's job has got a lot more complicated with the improvement in racing car technology. And drivers are not sure they like all the added tasks and buttons that have transformed the nature of elite racing.
Unlike in Formula 1 Racing, in Karting a Driver Can Work on His Own Engine
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 world championship yearly.
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 world championship yearly.
Winning = Car or Driver?
The question has existed almost as long as auto racing: What is more important, the car or the driver?
The question has existed almost as long as auto racing: What is more important, the car or the driver?
Coulthard: Gentleman Driver
David Coulthard race in Formula 1 from 1994 to 2008. He first joined the Williams team after the death of Ayrton Senna. The Scottish driver has won many races and always proved he was a good and sure value for any team. But he never won the drivers' title.
David Coulthard race in Formula 1 from 1994 to 2008. He first joined the Williams team after the death of Ayrton Senna. The Scottish driver has won many races and always proved he was a good and sure value for any team. But he never won the drivers' title.
Kart Engines Are Miniature Masterpieces of Power
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 world championship yearly. Traditionally, kart engines are two-stroke 100cc to 125cc powerhouses. Lately, though, four-stroke engines have begun to take over.
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 world championship yearly. Traditionally, kart engines are two-stroke 100cc to 125cc powerhouses. Lately, though, four-stroke engines have begun to take over.
F1 Pole Position
It used to be that the man who scored pole position was almost certain to win the race. But now in Formula 1 the value of the pole and qualifying in general seem to have diminished as the fastest drivers have rarely been those who finish the race in the top spots.
It used to be that the man who scored pole position was almost certain to win the race. But now in Formula 1 the value of the pole and qualifying in general seem to have diminished as the fastest drivers have rarely been those who finish the race in the top spots.
Red Bull F1 Team
The Red Bull Racing Formula 1 team joined the sport in 2005 after buying the Jaguar team. After a first promising season, it did less well in its second year. But by hiring one of the best technical directors in the sport, Adrian Newey, and changing to the world champion Renault engine, the 2007 season looks promising. The team is part of the marketing program of the Red Bull Austrian energy drink company. Red Bull is involved in many sports around the world.
The Red Bull Racing Formula 1 team joined the sport in 2005 after buying the Jaguar team. After a first promising season, it did less well in its second year. But by hiring one of the best technical directors in the sport, Adrian Newey, and changing to the world champion Renault engine, the 2007 season looks promising. The team is part of the marketing program of the Red Bull Austrian energy drink company. Red Bull is involved in many sports around the world.
Anthony Davidson F1 Driver
Anthony Davidson spent six years as a Formula 1 test driver at the BAR Honda and Honda teams before joining the Super Aguri team in the 2007 season as a full time F1 racer. After having raced in only three Grand Prix races prior to the 2007 season, and failing to finish at all of them, the British driver has finally finished races in 2007.
Anthony Davidson spent six years as a Formula 1 test driver at the BAR Honda and Honda teams before joining the Super Aguri team in the 2007 season as a full time F1 racer. After having raced in only three Grand Prix races prior to the 2007 season, and failing to finish at all of them, the British driver has finally finished races in 2007.
Kart Tracks Are Familiar Looking Venues, F1 on a Small Scale
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 world championship yearly. The paddock, trackside and garages are easier to access to see, hear and smell the karts, where future stars of Formula 1 learn their sport.
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 world championship yearly. The paddock, trackside and garages are easier to access to see, hear and smell the karts, where future stars of Formula 1 learn their sport.
Tony Kart, One of the Best Kart Constructors in the World
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 world championship yearly. Tony Kart company was on hand to demonstrate its karts at the Kart Discovery fair outside Paris in February.
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 world championship yearly. Tony Kart company was on hand to demonstrate its karts at the Kart Discovery fair outside Paris in February.
F1 Steering Wheels
One of the modern Formula 1 driver's biggest technical challenges is to learn by heart the positions, buttons and lights on their complicated steering wheels.
One of the modern Formula 1 driver's biggest technical challenges is to learn by heart the positions, buttons and lights on their complicated steering wheels.
Ayrton Senna profile
Ayrton Senna won three world championships in the 1980s and 1990s. But his personality, driving style and other results on the track made him be considered one of the very greatest of Formula 1 drivers in history. Senna died tragically in a crash at the San Marino Grand Prix at Imola on 1 May 1994 driving a Williams.
Ayrton Senna won three world championships in the 1980s and 1990s. But his personality, driving style and other results on the track made him be considered one of the very greatest of Formula 1 drivers in history. Senna died tragically in a crash at the San Marino Grand Prix at Imola on 1 May 1994 driving a Williams.
Racing in the Wet
In Formula 1, wet races have always played an integral role not only in the action, but in race results, championships and the reputations of drivers. In fact, wet races are usually so exciting that the series has sometimes considered flooding tracks to liven up the show.
In Formula 1, wet races have always played an integral role not only in the action, but in race results, championships and the reputations of drivers. In fact, wet races are usually so exciting that the series has sometimes considered flooding tracks to liven up the show.
Reading an F1 Race Track
To most people, steering a Formula 1 car to victory in a Grand Prix race would appear to be simply a matter of having the best, most powerful and easiest car to drive; given that, it would seem that a driver could perform well on any track. But Formula 1 teams and drivers know that another element comes into play in the perfect combination of car and driver: the nature of the track, and the relation between the driver and the style of that track.
To most people, steering a Formula 1 car to victory in a Grand Prix race would appear to be simply a matter of having the best, most powerful and easiest car to drive; given that, it would seem that a driver could perform well on any track. But Formula 1 teams and drivers know that another element comes into play in the perfect combination of car and driver: the nature of the track, and the relation between the driver and the style of that track.
F1 Timing Screens
There are several different screens showing the F1 lap times and other information about the cars on the track throughout a Grand Prix weekend. The following explanation shows them in screen order through Formula 1 practice, qualifying and the race.
There are several different screens showing the F1 lap times and other information about the cars on the track throughout a Grand Prix weekend. The following explanation shows them in screen order through Formula 1 practice, qualifying and the race.
Fernando Alonso: F1 Champion
Name: Fernando Alonso Born: July 29, 1981 in Oviedo, Spain Team: Ferrari Height: 5'6" Weight: 150 lbs.
Name: Fernando Alonso Born: July 29, 1981 in Oviedo, Spain Team: Ferrari Height: 5'6" Weight: 150 lbs.
With all the Glamour in Monaco, the Grid Girls are Sometimes Forgotten
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Glamorous grid girls.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Glamorous grid girls.
Paddock Life at the Monaco Grand Prix
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. These photos of the Monaco race week show how the whole thing is bathed in an aura of glamour.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. These photos of the Monaco race week show how the whole thing is bathed in an aura of glamour.
It's a Formula 1 in Miniature in Every Way
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 world championship yearly. Kart tire technology looks very much like that of the Formula 1 cars, but in miniature.
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 world championship yearly. Kart tire technology looks very much like that of the Formula 1 cars, but in miniature.
Jean Eric Vergne: Vice-Champion of Europe
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. The son of owners of one of France's best kart tracks, Jean Eric became one of the country's best kartmen. But in 2007 he decided he would move on to his goal of rising up the auto racing ladder to try to reach Formula 1. He will race in the French national Formula Renault championships.
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. The son of owners of one of France's best kart tracks, Jean Eric became one of the country's best kartmen. But in 2007 he decided he would move on to his goal of rising up the auto racing ladder to try to reach Formula 1. He will race in the French national Formula Renault championships.
Psychology of Racing
Great racing requires cool nerves, psychology and self discipline. In such a high-speed sport, tempers and emotions invariably fly. But whether it be caused by an intentional attack or personal error, the consequences are almost always negative.
Great racing requires cool nerves, psychology and self discipline. In such a high-speed sport, tempers and emotions invariably fly. But whether it be caused by an intentional attack or personal error, the consequences are almost always negative.
McLaren Mercedes: F1 Team
McLaren Mercedes is the second most successful Formula 1 team, behind Ferrari. It has won races in five different decades of racing in the FIA Formula 1 world championship. From its earliest years, in the 1960s, it has been one of the top teams. It made a successful transition to new management in the early 1980s, when Ron Dennis took over running the team, and the period when Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna raced as team mates was one of the strongest in F1 history.
McLaren Mercedes is the second most successful Formula 1 team, behind Ferrari. It has won races in five different decades of racing in the FIA Formula 1 world championship. From its earliest years, in the 1960s, it has been one of the top teams. It made a successful transition to new management in the early 1980s, when Ron Dennis took over running the team, and the period when Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna raced as team mates was one of the strongest in F1 history.
FIA, F1 Governing Body
The International Automobile Federation is based in Paris and Geneva, Switzerland and is the governing body of world motor racing. As such, it is the rules maker and owner of the Formula 1 world championship. The FIA organizes the F1 schedule and oversees safety, rules and regulations and licenses for drivers. It also takes care of disputes, both on the track and off, regarding rules, regulations and conduct.
The International Automobile Federation is based in Paris and Geneva, Switzerland and is the governing body of world motor racing. As such, it is the rules maker and owner of the Formula 1 world championship. The FIA organizes the F1 schedule and oversees safety, rules and regulations and licenses for drivers. It also takes care of disputes, both on the track and off, regarding rules, regulations and conduct.
Profile of Frank Williams
Frank Williams is the owner and director of Formula 1's third most successful team, Williams. He has worked in the sport since the late 1960s, but he started his current team in 1977 and went racing with it in 1978 and every years since. Williams dominated the series in the early to mid-1990s.
Frank Williams is the owner and director of Formula 1's third most successful team, Williams. He has worked in the sport since the late 1960s, but he started his current team in 1977 and went racing with it in 1978 and every years since. Williams dominated the series in the early to mid-1990s.
F1 at the Pinnacle
Many observers agree that despite a world of changes, Formula 1 remains at the pinnacle of auto racing and one of the world's greatest sporting spectacles. Here are the reasons why....
Many observers agree that despite a world of changes, Formula 1 remains at the pinnacle of auto racing and one of the world's greatest sporting spectacles. Here are the reasons why....
Ticket Sales for U.S. Grand Prix
The Circuit of the Americas, home of the U.S. Grand Prix, has set up a waiting list to buy tickets for the race and all events at the race track outside of Austin, Texas. Here is how to apply.
The Circuit of the Americas, home of the U.S. Grand Prix, has set up a waiting list to buy tickets for the race and all events at the race track outside of Austin, Texas. Here is how to apply.
Nico Rosberg: Williams Driver
Son of the Formula 1 world champion Keke Rosberg, Nico Rosberg proved in his first season that he is capable of racing with the best F1 drivers. In fact, as the youngest driver in the series, he is using his years as a driver at the Williams team intelligently to develop his technical knowledge and racecraft as he tries to follow in his father's footsteps. Nico scored two points in his first race in F1 and set the fastest lap. But the rest of his first season was less exemplary.
Son of the Formula 1 world champion Keke Rosberg, Nico Rosberg proved in his first season that he is capable of racing with the best F1 drivers. In fact, as the youngest driver in the series, he is using his years as a driver at the Williams team intelligently to develop his technical knowledge and racecraft as he tries to follow in his father's footsteps. Nico scored two points in his first race in F1 and set the fastest lap. But the rest of his first season was less exemplary.
British Celebrity Chef, Gordon Ramsay, Attended the Monaco Grand Prix
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Gordon Ramsay appeared this year.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Gordon Ramsay appeared this year.
Mechanics Work in BMW Sauber Garage in Monaco
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. BMW Sauber bodywork outside garage.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. BMW Sauber bodywork outside garage.
Jenson Button: McLaren Driver
After seven seasons in the sport, Jenson Button finally won his first Formula 1 race in 2006 at the Hungarian Grand Prix. The victory justified one of the most difficult decisions in his career when in 2004 he broke a contract with the Williams team in order to stay with the Honda team, causing bitterness and criticism throughout the paddock.
After seven seasons in the sport, Jenson Button finally won his first Formula 1 race in 2006 at the Hungarian Grand Prix. The victory justified one of the most difficult decisions in his career when in 2004 he broke a contract with the Williams team in order to stay with the Honda team, causing bitterness and criticism throughout the paddock.
Spectators Get into the Act in Monaco
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Spectators get into the atmosphere.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Spectators get into the atmosphere.
Italian Grand Prix as Travel Destination
Not many towns give the impression of being built around a racing circuit like Monza and the Autodromo Nazionale di Monza. Then again, Monza also happens to be one of the most historic racing tracks in the world, and, sitting as it does in a royal park, it has a national monument feel to it as well.
Not many towns give the impression of being built around a racing circuit like Monza and the Autodromo Nazionale di Monza. Then again, Monza also happens to be one of the most historic racing tracks in the world, and, sitting as it does in a royal park, it has a national monument feel to it as well.
Bernie
If there is one name that has defined the modern Formula One series, it is Bernie Ecclestone. Over a 40-year period Ecclestone built up the series from a kind of gentleman's racing club into an international sporting event to rival the Olympics and World Cup soccer, with millions of television viewers tuning into each race throughout the 8 month racing season. This is the story of how Ecclestone rose from being a used car and motorcycle salesman into the leader of the pinnacle of auto racing.
If there is one name that has defined the modern Formula One series, it is Bernie Ecclestone. Over a 40-year period Ecclestone built up the series from a kind of gentleman's racing club into an international sporting event to rival the Olympics and World Cup soccer, with millions of television viewers tuning into each race throughout the 8 month racing season. This is the story of how Ecclestone rose from being a used car and motorcycle salesman into the leader of the pinnacle of auto racing.
The Best Karting Tracks Allow Lots of Room for Passing
The Circuit Carole is more of a motorcycle racing track than a karting track, but its large size lends itself well to karts, particularly the hairpin down near the pit area. During the Discovery Kart fair in February, the 250cc karts delighted the public both on the track and off.
The Circuit Carole is more of a motorcycle racing track than a karting track, but its large size lends itself well to karts, particularly the hairpin down near the pit area. During the Discovery Kart fair in February, the 250cc karts delighted the public both on the track and off.
The Renault V6 EF4 Engine Powered Ayrton Senna to his First Victory
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. The Renault V6 EF4 Engine that powered Ayrton Senna to his first victory was there as well.
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. The Renault V6 EF4 Engine that powered Ayrton Senna to his first victory was there as well.
Mario Andretti Bio
With more than 100 victories in several disciplines in six decades — including 52 victories and four drivers' titles in IndyCar, the World Championship drivers' title in Formula 1, and a victory at the Indianapolis 500 — Mario Andretti is one of the greatest racing drivers of all time.
With more than 100 victories in several disciplines in six decades — including 52 victories and four drivers' titles in IndyCar, the World Championship drivers' title in Formula 1, and a victory at the Indianapolis 500 — Mario Andretti is one of the greatest racing drivers of all time.
Arnaud Kozlinski: Professional Kart Racer for Life
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 world championship yearly. Arnaud Kozlinski is a professional kart racer.
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 world championship yearly. Arnaud Kozlinski is a professional kart racer.
Interview With Rob White
Rob White, an Englishman, is deputy manager director of Renault Sport F1, which is based in Viry-Chatillon, France, and which provides engines to four Formula 1 teams, including Red Bull, which has won the constructors' titles in the past two years.
Rob White, an Englishman, is deputy manager director of Renault Sport F1, which is based in Viry-Chatillon, France, and which provides engines to four Formula 1 teams, including Red Bull, which has won the constructors' titles in the past two years.
Racing Strategy Examined
Mention race strategy to almost anyone outside a Formula 1 team and chances are it will bring to mind an on-track chess game with someone cerebral sitting on the pit wall plotting the moves, or a driver suddenly deciding to stop and change his tires to improve his lead or pass a car.
Mention race strategy to almost anyone outside a Formula 1 team and chances are it will bring to mind an on-track chess game with someone cerebral sitting on the pit wall plotting the moves, or a driver suddenly deciding to stop and change his tires to improve his lead or pass a car.
Some of the Views at the Monaco Grand Prix are Breathtaking
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Monaco port.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Monaco port.
The Crowd is Kept Entertained by Support Races
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Monaco also hosts support races.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Monaco also hosts support races.
Honda: Return of a Titan
After six seasons powering the BAR cars as an engine provider, the Honda Motor Co. bought the team and raced under its own name from 2006. It was the second period of the Japanese company as a full fledged team in Formula 1, after it raced in F1 from 1964 to 1968 building both the chassis and the engine. It also turned out to be good luck for the fourth most victorious engine building company, as Honda won its first race since the Italian Grand Prix of 1967 at the Hungarian Grand Prix in 2006.
After six seasons powering the BAR cars as an engine provider, the Honda Motor Co. bought the team and raced under its own name from 2006. It was the second period of the Japanese company as a full fledged team in Formula 1, after it raced in F1 from 1964 to 1968 building both the chassis and the engine. It also turned out to be good luck for the fourth most victorious engine building company, as Honda won its first race since the Italian Grand Prix of 1967 at the Hungarian Grand Prix in 2006.
Monaco Always Attracts Movie Stars, and this Year Was Strong Than Ever
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Jude Law went to Monaco.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Jude Law went to Monaco.
Monaco Grand Prix Circuit
It is the shortest and slowest track of the season, and with only 260.5 kilometers covered over the 78 laps, it is also the shortest race. But the twisty, bumpy and slippery track of 2.0 miles, through Monaco’s hilly streets and among its hotels, cafes and apartment buildings is also the most challenging.
It is the shortest and slowest track of the season, and with only 260.5 kilometers covered over the 78 laps, it is also the shortest race. But the twisty, bumpy and slippery track of 2.0 miles, through Monaco’s hilly streets and among its hotels, cafes and apartment buildings is also the most challenging.
Marussia Virgin: The Low Budget Team
It was one of the three new teams in the 2010 season, and the Virgin team, like its majority owner, Richard Branson’s Virgin Group, entered the series with a plan to do things differently.
It was one of the three new teams in the 2010 season, and the Virgin team, like its majority owner, Richard Branson’s Virgin Group, entered the series with a plan to do things differently.
Show Business and F1
There has long been a mutual love affair between Formula 1 racing and movie stars, with their glamour and glitz. Here's the story behind the glitz of paddock life.
There has long been a mutual love affair between Formula 1 racing and movie stars, with their glamour and glitz. Here's the story behind the glitz of paddock life.
Psychology of a Driver: Bravery
Formula 1 racing has become safer over the decades, but most people involved with the sport, including the old drivers, say that it still requires strong amounts of bravery in the mental makeup of a driver.
Formula 1 racing has become safer over the decades, but most people involved with the sport, including the old drivers, say that it still requires strong amounts of bravery in the mental makeup of a driver.
Interview With Lyndy Redding
Lyndy Redding is the chef and founder of the McLaren Formula 1 team's caterer, called Absolute Taste. She is the managing director of the company that is majority-owned by the McLaren Group, which also owns the McLaren Mercedes Formula 1 team. She started in F1 at the 1989 Monaco Grand Prix, working as a caterer on a yacht for the Leyton House team, which hired her as a chef the following year. In 1997 she founded Absolute Taste with Ron Dennis, the McLaren owner, to cater to the team and in other areas.
Lyndy Redding is the chef and founder of the McLaren Formula 1 team's caterer, called Absolute Taste. She is the managing director of the company that is majority-owned by the McLaren Group, which also owns the McLaren Mercedes Formula 1 team. She started in F1 at the 1989 Monaco Grand Prix, working as a caterer on a yacht for the Leyton House team, which hired her as a chef the following year. In 1997 she founded Absolute Taste with Ron Dennis, the McLaren owner, to cater to the team and in other areas.
Slick Tires are a Rare Sight in Formula 1 These Days
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Slick Michelin tires in Monaco.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Slick Michelin tires in Monaco.
Mark Webber: Australian Racer
Australian driver Mark Webber enters a crucial year in his career as he joins the Red Bull team in 2007. After five years in F1, Webber, 30, will partner David Coulthard, one of the most victorious drivers still racing. Webber has outraced all of his teammates, but always seemed to be at the wrong team at the wrong time, or, as in the case of Williams, the right team at the wrong time.
Australian driver Mark Webber enters a crucial year in his career as he joins the Red Bull team in 2007. After five years in F1, Webber, 30, will partner David Coulthard, one of the most victorious drivers still racing. Webber has outraced all of his teammates, but always seemed to be at the wrong team at the wrong time, or, as in the case of Williams, the right team at the wrong time.
From Go-Karting to Formula 1: The 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 world championship yearly.
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 world championship yearly.
Lyndy Redding Interview
Chef and founder of the McLaren Formula 1 team's caterer, called Absolute Taste, Lyndy Redding is the managing director of the company that is majority-owned by the McLaren Group, which also owns the McLaren Mercedes Formula 1 team. She started in F1 at the 1989 Monaco Grand Prix, working as a caterer on a yacht for the Leyton House team, which hired her as a chef the following year. In 1997 she founded Absolute Taste with Ron Dennis, the McLaren owner, to cater to the team and in other areas.
Chef and founder of the McLaren Formula 1 team's caterer, called Absolute Taste, Lyndy Redding is the managing director of the company that is majority-owned by the McLaren Group, which also owns the McLaren Mercedes Formula 1 team. She started in F1 at the 1989 Monaco Grand Prix, working as a caterer on a yacht for the Leyton House team, which hired her as a chef the following year. In 1997 she founded Absolute Taste with Ron Dennis, the McLaren owner, to cater to the team and in other areas.
Felipe Massa: Ferrari Driver
Felipe Massa climbed his way steadily and quietly up the Formula 1 ladder at Sauber until last year he had his big chance as a regular driver for the Ferrari team. As Michael Schumacher's teammate the Brazilian did not disappoint, winning the first two races of his career, at the Turkish Grand Prix and the Brazilian Grand Prix. As teammate to Kimi Raikkonen at Ferrari, Massa became a favorite to win the drivers' title.
Felipe Massa climbed his way steadily and quietly up the Formula 1 ladder at Sauber until last year he had his big chance as a regular driver for the Ferrari team. As Michael Schumacher's teammate the Brazilian did not disappoint, winning the first two races of his career, at the Turkish Grand Prix and the Brazilian Grand Prix. As teammate to Kimi Raikkonen at Ferrari, Massa became a favorite to win the drivers' title.
George Lucas was Among the Many Celebrities to Show up in Monaco
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. George Lucas went to Monaco.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. George Lucas went to Monaco.
A McLaren Return?
McLaren is one of the most successful teams in Formula 1 history. But it has not won a world title since 1999, and in 2006 it failed even to win a race for the first time in a decade. With two new drivers, including double world champion Fernando Alonso, and with the best factory in the sport, is the team set for a return to victory in 2007?
McLaren is one of the most successful teams in Formula 1 history. But it has not won a world title since 1999, and in 2006 it failed even to win a race for the first time in a decade. With two new drivers, including double world champion Fernando Alonso, and with the best factory in the sport, is the team set for a return to victory in 2007?
Telecom Sponsors in F1
Most Formula 1 fans are aware of the paradigm in which a major car manufacturer uses the sport not only to advertise its road cars with an eye to sales, but also to develop and improve their road car technology. In the same fashion, as Formula One has become increasingly dependent on computers, telecommunications and information technology, telecommunications companies have begun following that example.
Most Formula 1 fans are aware of the paradigm in which a major car manufacturer uses the sport not only to advertise its road cars with an eye to sales, but also to develop and improve their road car technology. In the same fashion, as Formula One has become increasingly dependent on computers, telecommunications and information technology, telecommunications companies have begun following that example.
Who Was This Woman in Monaco?
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes.
F1 Fans
There are several layers of access to a Formula 1 Grand Prix. Most of these are governed by how much
There are several layers of access to a Formula 1 Grand Prix. Most of these are governed by how much
Williams F1 Team Moves On
Williams is the third most successful team in the history of Formula 1, behind Ferrari and McLaren. But the team, joint owned by Frank Williams and Patrick Head, has not won a world title since 1997. After a brief return to the forefront in 2003, the team dropped down, but not out. It starts the 2007 season with a new engine supplier, in Toyota, and new hopes.
Williams is the third most successful team in the history of Formula 1, behind Ferrari and McLaren. But the team, joint owned by Frank Williams and Patrick Head, has not won a world title since 1997. After a brief return to the forefront in 2003, the team dropped down, but not out. It starts the 2007 season with a new engine supplier, in Toyota, and new hopes.
F1 Drivers Points System
The Formula 1 drivers' title is decided through a simple system of point scoring at each race. Here's how it works over the season.
The Formula 1 drivers' title is decided through a simple system of point scoring at each race. Here's how it works over the season.
Anatomy of a Pit Stop
Unlike most other sports, in motor racing the driver briefly hands the race over to his team when his car is serviced during the pit stop. Good pit-stop strategy and execution can help a driver overtake a rival; a bad stop can lead to disaster.
Unlike most other sports, in motor racing the driver briefly hands the race over to his team when his car is serviced during the pit stop. Good pit-stop strategy and execution can help a driver overtake a rival; a bad stop can lead to disaster.
It May be First Class Glamour, Glitz and Hospitality for F1 Teams
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Monaco port.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Monaco port.
KERS in F1 Revisited
The Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems, or KERS, was introduced by the International Automobile Federation, the sport's governing body, to not only make Formula 1 more environmentally relevant and useful to the sport's car companies, but also to improve the racing by making overtaking easier.
The Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems, or KERS, was introduced by the International Automobile Federation, the sport's governing body, to not only make Formula 1 more environmentally relevant and useful to the sport's car companies, but also to improve the racing by making overtaking easier.
F1 Photographers
The Formula 1 series is covered by media around the world. Specialized magazines, newspapers, and web sites all need photos of the track and paddock action. The photographers that take these photos sometimes rise up to the level of artists.
The Formula 1 series is covered by media around the world. Specialized magazines, newspapers, and web sites all need photos of the track and paddock action. The photographers that take these photos sometimes rise up to the level of artists.
Michael Schumacher's Pole in Monaco in 2102
It was one of the highlights not only of the 2012 season, but of Michael Schumacher's three-year return to Formula 1 after three years in retirement: The German driver scored pole position at the most difficult track in the series.
It was one of the highlights not only of the 2012 season, but of Michael Schumacher's three-year return to Formula 1 after three years in retirement: The German driver scored pole position at the most difficult track in the series.
Mario Theissen Took Part in a Press Conference
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Mario Theissen is interviewed.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Mario Theissen is interviewed.
F1 Asian Connections
Home to six of the 20 races in 2012, Asia has also taken away some of its main Asian financial backers of Formula 1 of the past - notably the Honda and Toyota car companies, which had owned teams but left the series citing the global financial crisis. But the Asian presence remains a large and disparate one, nonetheless.
Home to six of the 20 races in 2012, Asia has also taken away some of its main Asian financial backers of Formula 1 of the past - notably the Honda and Toyota car companies, which had owned teams but left the series citing the global financial crisis. But the Asian presence remains a large and disparate one, nonetheless.
Kimi Raikkonen: F1 Driver
After twice finishing second in the Formula 1 drivers' title series at McLaren, Kimi Raikkonen joined Ferrari in 2007. At the dominant team of the last decade, in 2007 the Finnish driver finally broke the jinx and took his first championship crown.
After twice finishing second in the Formula 1 drivers' title series at McLaren, Kimi Raikkonen joined Ferrari in 2007. At the dominant team of the last decade, in 2007 the Finnish driver finally broke the jinx and took his first championship crown.
Crowsd Arrive Early and Jam the Streets of the Principality on Race Day
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Monaco crowds arrive early.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Monaco crowds arrive early.
Bridgestone F1 Tires
Bridgestone creates its tires using computer design teams. Tires are tested on simulators and on the track. Many different kinds of materials go into a racing tire, including steel, oils, carbon blacks and, of course, rubber.
Bridgestone creates its tires using computer design teams. Tires are tested on simulators and on the track. Many different kinds of materials go into a racing tire, including steel, oils, carbon blacks and, of course, rubber.
From Early on Race Day Morning the Spectators Arrive in Monaco by Trainloads
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Spectators arrive early Sunday.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Spectators arrive early Sunday.
A Worker Washes Dishes and Soaks Feet
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Team members work behind BMW Sauber.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Team members work behind BMW Sauber.
Stars and Celebrities at the Monaco Grand Prix, Sure, but Workers Too
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. But the local workers keep busy too.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. But the local workers keep busy too.
Spyker: F1 Team
The Spyker F1 team grew out of the former Jordan team, by way of a year as the Midland F1 team. Bought in 2006 by the Dutch sports car company Spyker Cars N.V., it has ambitions - like Ferrari or McLaren - to sell sports cars using the racing team's name as a draw. Spyker uses Ferrari engines, and as a sign of its ambitions, it hired Mike Gascoyne, one of Formula 1's top technical directors.
The Spyker F1 team grew out of the former Jordan team, by way of a year as the Midland F1 team. Bought in 2006 by the Dutch sports car company Spyker Cars N.V., it has ambitions - like Ferrari or McLaren - to sell sports cars using the racing team's name as a draw. Spyker uses Ferrari engines, and as a sign of its ambitions, it hired Mike Gascoyne, one of Formula 1's top technical directors.
Gille Villeneuve's Ferrari Owned by Nick Mason
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. The latter belonged to the finest single collection at the show, that of Nick Mason, the drummer of the Pink Floyd rock band.
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. The latter belonged to the finest single collection at the show, that of Nick Mason, the drummer of the Pink Floyd rock band.
Marina Bay Street Circuit
The Singapore race has been called the Monaco Grand Prix of Asia, as the Asian city-state, like the Mediterranean principality, is something of a high-flying business center and its race circuit winds through the streets the way the Monaco track does.
The Singapore race has been called the Monaco Grand Prix of Asia, as the Asian city-state, like the Mediterranean principality, is something of a high-flying business center and its race circuit winds through the streets the way the Monaco track does.
F1 Car Engines
Car engines hold little interest for most people. Even Formula 1 fans generally prefer to talk about a sexy new aerodynamic wing on the chassis than a modified piston. Yet in the words of Rob White, the director of the Renault team's engine department, it is the thing that turns the sleek, inanimate racing car into a vital force.
Car engines hold little interest for most people. Even Formula 1 fans generally prefer to talk about a sexy new aerodynamic wing on the chassis than a modified piston. Yet in the words of Rob White, the director of the Renault team's engine department, it is the thing that turns the sleek, inanimate racing car into a vital force.
A Visit to the Formula 1 Starting Grid
For race fans, 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 race fans, 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.
Crashed And Byrned
Tommy Byrne was an Irish racing driver in the late 1970s and early 1980s. He rose from a poor family and no education or motor racing connections to win several British and European open-wheel championships all entirely based on talent alone. Several of these championships were won the year before Ayrton Senna won the same. But where Senna became the most famous racing driver of his generation, Tommy Byrne failed to make the cut in F1. This is his story as to why.
Tommy Byrne was an Irish racing driver in the late 1970s and early 1980s. He rose from a poor family and no education or motor racing connections to win several British and European open-wheel championships all entirely based on talent alone. Several of these championships were won the year before Ayrton Senna won the same. But where Senna became the most famous racing driver of his generation, Tommy Byrne failed to make the cut in F1. This is his story as to why.
Sid Watkins, F1 Doctor
Formula 1 doctor and safety expert, Sid Watkins, died on Sept. 12, 2012 at the age of 84. But if Watkins saw his friend Ayrton Senna die in 1994 -- a day after the death of another driver, the rookie Roland Ratzenberger -- the incident would kick-start a crusade by him and the International Automobile Federation to make safety improvements that would help save many drivers' lives.
Formula 1 doctor and safety expert, Sid Watkins, died on Sept. 12, 2012 at the age of 84. But if Watkins saw his friend Ayrton Senna die in 1994 -- a day after the death of another driver, the rookie Roland Ratzenberger -- the incident would kick-start a crusade by him and the International Automobile Federation to make safety improvements that would help save many drivers' lives.
Michael_Schumacher_profile
Michael Schumacher is the only seven-time world drivers' champion in Formula 1 history. He began racing in the series in 1991 and retired in 2006. The German driver broke just about every record in the sport, but above all that number of five world titles previously held by Juan Manuel Fangio since the 1950s that no one thought would ever be broken. After doing one race at the Jordan team, Schumacher drove the rest of his career at only two teams: Benetton and Ferrari.
Michael Schumacher is the only seven-time world drivers' champion in Formula 1 history. He began racing in the series in 1991 and retired in 2006. The German driver broke just about every record in the sport, but above all that number of five world titles previously held by Juan Manuel Fangio since the 1950s that no one thought would ever be broken. After doing one race at the Jordan team, Schumacher drove the rest of his career at only two teams: Benetton and Ferrari.
Interview With Alex Burns
Alex Burns is the chief executive of the Williams Formula 1 team. He joined in 2002 as general manager, running the production side of the factory and car production. He has a degree in mechanical engineering and an MBA. He started his career in the aerospace industry, making helicopters and working on fluid systems for aircraft and spacecraft and a variety of civil, military and space projects, including the Ariane 4 and 5 satellite launch vehicles. In 2004, he was promoted to chief operating officer of Williams, and became chief executive last year.
Alex Burns is the chief executive of the Williams Formula 1 team. He joined in 2002 as general manager, running the production side of the factory and car production. He has a degree in mechanical engineering and an MBA. He started his career in the aerospace industry, making helicopters and working on fluid systems for aircraft and spacecraft and a variety of civil, military and space projects, including the Ariane 4 and 5 satellite launch vehicles. In 2004, he was promoted to chief operating officer of Williams, and became chief executive last year.
Interview With Mike Collier
Mike Collier is the physiotherapist, fitness and dietary advisor to the McLaren Mercedes driver Jenson Button. Collier, who holds a sports science degree from Bath University in England, started in Formula One in 2000, working with Button at the Benetton team. He also worked with Mark Webber and Fernando Alonso at that time. He took a break from 2002 to 2005 to complete a physiotherapy degree, returning in 2008 with Button at Honda, then at Brawn, where Button won the 2009 world title, then following him to McLaren.
Mike Collier is the physiotherapist, fitness and dietary advisor to the McLaren Mercedes driver Jenson Button. Collier, who holds a sports science degree from Bath University in England, started in Formula One in 2000, working with Button at the Benetton team. He also worked with Mark Webber and Fernando Alonso at that time. He took a break from 2002 to 2005 to complete a physiotherapy degree, returning in 2008 with Button at Honda, then at Brawn, where Button won the 2009 world title, then following him to McLaren.
Red Bull Hostesses Learn the Ropes for the Day in Monaco
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Red Bull hostesses learn new recipes.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Red Bull hostesses learn new recipes.
German Grand Prix as Travel Destination
Formula 1 fans and employees who are city-dwelling and city-loving take a deep breath for the rural race in the countryside of the Eifel Mountains in southern Germany.
Formula 1 fans and employees who are city-dwelling and city-loving take a deep breath for the rural race in the countryside of the Eifel Mountains in southern Germany.
Takuma Sato: Japan F1 Driver
Takuma Sato started at the Jordan team in 2002 after racing in the lower series in Europe. He was hired to race at the BAR-Honda team in 2003. There he scored points, as well as the highest qualifying position by a Japanese driver in Formula 1. He scored a podium at the U.S. Grand Prix in 2004, where he finished third. In 2006 he joined the fledgling Super Aguri Honda team, which was built around him.
Takuma Sato started at the Jordan team in 2002 after racing in the lower series in Europe. He was hired to race at the BAR-Honda team in 2003. There he scored points, as well as the highest qualifying position by a Japanese driver in Formula 1. He scored a podium at the U.S. Grand Prix in 2004, where he finished third. In 2006 he joined the fledgling Super Aguri Honda team, which was built around him.
Scott Speed: U.S. F1 Driver
In 2006 Scott Speed became the first American driver in Formula 1 since Michael Andretti in 1993. In a sport that has only two American world champion drivers - Phil Hill and Mario Andretti - and few other successful American drivers, Speed, as with any American driver, had a lot to prove. Unfortunately, Speed lasted only a season and a half before he left the team in the summer of 2007.
In 2006 Scott Speed became the first American driver in Formula 1 since Michael Andretti in 1993. In a sport that has only two American world champion drivers - Phil Hill and Mario Andretti - and few other successful American drivers, Speed, as with any American driver, had a lot to prove. Unfortunately, Speed lasted only a season and a half before he left the team in the summer of 2007.
Red Bull Hopitality Girls Learn the Ropes
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Red Bull hostesses learn new recipes.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Red Bull hostesses learn new recipes.
Alain_Prost_profile
Alain Prost, a Frenchman, was the first Formula 1 driver after Juan Manuel Fangio of the 1950s to win four world championship titles. Fangio had won five titles, ending in 1958, and no other driver did better than three until Prost won his fourth title in 1993 at the Williams team. Prost was particularly famous as one of a dueling tandem, the other of whom was Ayrton Senna, who won three titles.
Alain Prost, a Frenchman, was the first Formula 1 driver after Juan Manuel Fangio of the 1950s to win four world championship titles. Fangio had won five titles, ending in 1958, and no other driver did better than three until Prost won his fourth title in 1993 at the Williams team. Prost was particularly famous as one of a dueling tandem, the other of whom was Ayrton Senna, who won three titles.
Time Keeping in F1
Most people think motor racing is about speed fast cars, engines, tires, maybe even women. Wrong. Motor racing is all about timing. Drivers are not after speed for its own sake. The buzz comes from lap times, braking times, acceleration times, pit stop times and the precise, marginal differences between them that build incrementally to the outcome of the race.
Most people think motor racing is about speed fast cars, engines, tires, maybe even women. Wrong. Motor racing is all about timing. Drivers are not after speed for its own sake. The buzz comes from lap times, braking times, acceleration times, pit stop times and the precise, marginal differences between them that build incrementally to the outcome of the race.
Shanghai Circuit
The Shanghai International Circuit, where Formula One has been racing since 2004, is the biggest, most ambitious of any of the series venues. It is also the third circuit in the first four races this season that was designed by the Grand Prix racetrack architect Hermann Tilke. And for many people, it was the one that went a little too far.
The Shanghai International Circuit, where Formula One has been racing since 2004, is the biggest, most ambitious of any of the series venues. It is also the third circuit in the first four races this season that was designed by the Grand Prix racetrack architect Hermann Tilke. And for many people, it was the one that went a little too far.
Star of the Retromobile Show
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. The latter belonged to the finest single collection at the show, that of Nick Mason, the drummer of the Pink Floyd rock band.
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. The latter belonged to the finest single collection at the show, that of Nick Mason, the drummer of the Pink Floyd rock band.
Monaco's Media Center is a Lot Better than it Used to Be
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Media Center in Monaco.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Media Center in Monaco.
Monaco's Port Serves as the Paddock Area
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. On the Wednesday before the race, the motor homes are already set up along the port.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. On the Wednesday before the race, the motor homes are already set up along the port.
Jean Todt Interviewed in Monaco After Friday Press Conference
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Jean Todt is interviewed.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Jean Todt is interviewed.
Car Company Presidents and Others Also Visit the Monaco Grand Prix
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Renault boss Carlos Ghosn in Monaco.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Renault boss Carlos Ghosn in Monaco.
Sepang Circuit
Purpose-built for Formula One, the 3.4-mile, Sepang International Circuit has hosted the Malaysian Grand Prix since its inception in 1999. The track inspired a series of monumental circuits in other countries with little racing tradition — Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, China and Turkey — and designed by the series’s preferred track architect, Hermann Tilke.
Purpose-built for Formula One, the 3.4-mile, Sepang International Circuit has hosted the Malaysian Grand Prix since its inception in 1999. The track inspired a series of monumental circuits in other countries with little racing tradition — Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, China and Turkey — and designed by the series’s preferred track architect, Hermann Tilke.
Sebastian Vettel: F1 Driver
When Sebastian Vettel was called in to replace Robert Kubica at the U.S. Grand Prix in 2007 and finished eighth he became the youngest driver to score a point in Formula 1. Vettel was the test driver at the BMW Sauber team, but he was also part of the Red Bull Energy drink's driver development program. So when Scott Speed was kicked out of the Toro Rosso team before the Hungarian Grand Prix that same year, Vettel was hired to replace him. He moved to Red Bull the following year. Now, Vettel is the youngest double world champion.
When Sebastian Vettel was called in to replace Robert Kubica at the U.S. Grand Prix in 2007 and finished eighth he became the youngest driver to score a point in Formula 1. Vettel was the test driver at the BMW Sauber team, but he was also part of the Red Bull Energy drink's driver development program. So when Scott Speed was kicked out of the Toro Rosso team before the Hungarian Grand Prix that same year, Vettel was hired to replace him. He moved to Red Bull the following year. Now, Vettel is the youngest double world champion.
Racing Track Doctors Also Take Part in Large Numbers in Monaco
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. And even track doctors.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. And even track doctors.
Ron Dennis Took Part in the Friday Press Conference
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Ron Dennis speaks to TV.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Ron Dennis speaks to TV.
Alonso Scored the All-Important Pole Position in Monaco
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Fernando Alonso's car sat on pole.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Fernando Alonso's car sat on pole.
Nick Mason's McLaren F1 GTR
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. Nick Mason's McLaren F1 GTR was also there.
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. Nick Mason's McLaren F1 GTR was also there.
Bernie Ecclestone Interview
Bernie Ecclestone is the Formula One commercial promoter. He runs the business for the majority shareholder of the company, CVC Capital. He has been building up the business for more than 30 years, and working in it in one capacity or another since the first race, at Silverstone, in 1950. Brad Spurgeon spoke to him about his job and the F1 business.
Bernie Ecclestone is the Formula One commercial promoter. He runs the business for the majority shareholder of the company, CVC Capital. He has been building up the business for more than 30 years, and working in it in one capacity or another since the first race, at Silverstone, in 1950. Brad Spurgeon spoke to him about his job and the F1 business.
Toyota Garage in Monaco
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Toyota's garage in Monaco.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Toyota's garage in Monaco.
Rubens Barrichello: Hot Driver
Rubens Barrichello joined Formula 1 in 1993 at the age of 20 at the Jordan team, where he immediately impressed the paddock with his speed and daring. A protégé of his countryman Ayrton Senna, Barrichello's great beginnings were suddenly shattered when Senna was killed in an accident the following year. Barrichello spent years rebuilding his confidence, before joining Ferrari, where he became Michael Schumacher's faithful teammate and won his first races. He joined Honda in 2006.
Rubens Barrichello joined Formula 1 in 1993 at the age of 20 at the Jordan team, where he immediately impressed the paddock with his speed and daring. A protégé of his countryman Ayrton Senna, Barrichello's great beginnings were suddenly shattered when Senna was killed in an accident the following year. Barrichello spent years rebuilding his confidence, before joining Ferrari, where he became Michael Schumacher's faithful teammate and won his first races. He joined Honda in 2006.
Team Members Occasionally Find Peace in the Quiet World Behind the Motor Homes
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Team members occasionally relax.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Team members occasionally relax.
Workers Sometimes do the Dishes Behind the Motor Homes
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Team members work behind BMW Sauber.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Team members work behind BMW Sauber.
French Actor Jean Reno and Director Luc Besson Attended Monaco Grand Prix
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Jean Reno and Luc Besson were there.
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous motor racing event in the world. Each year it attracts the stars from up the coast at the Cannes Film Festival and beyond. Taking place in the narrow streets of the principality in the south of France, the race has a completely different atmosphere to any other race in its paddock and the harbor next to the paddock and track. The celebrities flock to Monaco for the race, from chefs to movie stars to atheletes. Jean Reno and Luc Besson were there.
The Star of Retromobile
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. An Original Auto Union D-Type Grand Prix Car was there.
For over 30 years the annual Retromobile car show has presented the world's finest old cars. This year there were many cars from both eras of Grand Prix racing, pre-F1 and F1, including the centerpiece Auto Union D-Type car that won the French Grand Prix in 1939 and Gilles Villeneuve's Ferrari Formula 1 car with which he won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. An Original Auto Union D-Type Grand Prix Car was there.