2011 March archive

Rosberg expects “very exciting races” in 2011 16th March 2011, 10:29

Nico Rosberg says race strategies are going to be “really interesting” in 2011 due to the Pirelli tyres.

Schumacher: ‘It won’t be easy to overtake”

Michael Schumacher says KERS and DRS will not make overtaking too easy in 2011.

Fans will be told when drivers can use DRS

Charlie Whiting says fans will be shown on TV when drivers are able to use the Drag Reduction System.

Bahrain declares three-month state of emergency 15th March 2011, 12:42

The likelihood of the Bahrain Grand Prix being held this year continues to diminish.

New rules have closed the field up – Michael

Williams’ Sam Michael says the 2011 F1 rules have made the teams closer on performance.

Sauber planning update for second race – Key

Sauber technical director James Key said the C30 will get its first update in Malaysia.

F1 community responds to Japan tragedy

F1 drivers and team members express sorrow following Japan’s devastating earthquake.

Glock doubts Virgin will reach midfield in 2011

Virgin hope to close the gap to the midfield this year but Timo Glock doubts they’ve done enough.

Hamilton “won’t be happy with barren year” – Horner

Christian Horner says Lewis Hamilton will be unhappy “having another barren year”.

Video guide to KERS and DRS with Sebastian Vettel 14th March 2011, 17:55

Sebastian Vettel explains the basics behind KERS and DRS in this video.