Guest writer John Beamer from F1-Pitlane begins a two-part feature on discussion about the future of F1 aerodynamics technology at the World Motorsport Symposium. In the first part he looks at how the radically re-shaped wings on the 2009 F1 cars and their moveable sections will transform racing.
Month: November 2008 articles archive
Valencia was least popular race of 2008
Posted onI’ve compiled the results from the 18 ‘rate the race’ polls of 2008 and crunched the numbers to find what were the most popular and least popular races of the year. Unsurprisingly Brazil came out on top as the fans’ favourite, with the European Grand Prix at the new Valencia Circuit voted worst race. Here’s … Continue reading Valencia was least popular race of 2008
BBC’s 2009 F1 team confirmed
Posted onThe BBC has officially confirmed Jonathan Legard and Martin Brundle as the lead commentators for its F1 coverage in 2009. Brundle is not the only ex-ITV man joining the team as Ted Kravitz will reprise the role of pit lane commentator alongside Lee McKenzie.
F1 links: Buemi tipped for 2009 Toro Rosso seat
Posted onBuemi set for Toro Rosso race seat Red Bull owner Dietrich Mateschitz says Sebastien Buemi is very likely to be one of Toro Rosso's racing drivers next year. Read more: 2009 F1 drivers and teams Vettel Q&A: We have to be even more focused without Webber Sebastian Vettel on who he thinks are the best … Continue reading F1 links: Buemi tipped for 2009 Toro Rosso seat
A1 and Superleague show F1 the way
Posted onA1 Grand Prix and Superleague Formula may not be your cup of tea but they can teach F1 a thing or two about using the internet to reach out to fans. Here’s a look at their enhanced race live timing systems for fans and official Youtube channels.
Coming soon: F1 Fanatic gear
Posted onFor Xmas last year my girlfriend bought me a T shirt with an F1 Fanatic logo on it. I liked the style of it and soon, if there’s enough interest, you can get one too. Here’s a few examples of the potential designs – please let me know what you think and whether you might … Continue reading Coming soon: F1 Fanatic gear
F1 links: On FOTA and NASCAR
Posted onA Qualifying Change From FOTA Clive on FOTA's qualifying brainwave: "The only thing that worries me is the elimination of the slowest driver after only one lap. That seems a bit harsh to me and I would prefer that they be given a few laps to warm up before the times begin to count." STOP … Continue reading F1 links: On FOTA and NASCAR
Why is FOTA worrying about qualifying when F1 faces far greater problems?
Posted onFiddling while Rome burns. Re-arranging deckchairs on the Titanic. There are plenty of cliches to be thrown at FOTA’s plans to radically overhaul qualifying yet again. Why is FOTA trying to change a system that has already been tweaked eight times in the past five years? Its not as if there aren’t more serious problems … Continue reading Why is FOTA worrying about qualifying when F1 faces far greater problems?
Jimmie Johnson is NASCAR’s #1 again – but how would he fare in Formula 1?
Posted onJimmie Johnson won the NASCAR title for the third year in a row last week. In the past six years he’s also been runner-up twice, in 2003 and 2004. He doesn’t fit the NASCAR stereotype of a drawling redneck: Johnson is from California and flies to races in a Gulfstream jet. He’s also clearly one … Continue reading Jimmie Johnson is NASCAR’s #1 again – but how would he fare in Formula 1?
“Peterson: A photographic portrait” (Spurring & Henry, 2008)
Posted onF1 book review
Here is the news…
Posted onStarting today F1 Fanatic will be offering more Formula 1 news. These stories will be listed under ‘News in brief’ on the right-hand side of the site, and as you can see that box has been re-designed to fit more content in.
Mark Webber in road crash
Posted onRed Bull driver suffers broken leg
2008 F1 driver rankings part 3
Posted onIt’s time for the final four. Who was my driver of the year? Read on to find out, and share your verdict below. 4. Felipe Massa Felipe Massa dominated in Valencia Mid-season ranking: 4 In my mind, Massa was definitely the best driver overall in 2008. Jean He was runner up in the world championship … Continue reading 2008 F1 driver rankings part 3
Who was the best driver of 2008? (Poll)
Posted onYou’ve read my verdict on the drivers of 2008 – now it’s time for yours. Who was the best F1 driver this year? Cast your vote below…
F1 links: November 21st
Posted onPointless qualifying change | Overtaking in 2009 | Ecclestones divorce
The season in quotes (F1 2008)
Posted onWhat are the quotes you remember best from 2008? Here are some of the words that stick in my mind from this season, plus a few that were suggested in the forum.
Valentino Rossi’s first Ferrari test in pictures
F1 pictures
Posted onValentino Rossi tested a Ferrari F1 car today at the Mugello circuit where he scored seven victories in Moto GP.
2008 F1 driver rankings part 2
Posted onPart two of the 2008 F1 driver rankings looks at numbers ten to five, plus more of your verdicts on the drivers of 2008. Don’t miss the final four tomorrow!
F1 links: Red Bulletin to close?
Posted onPlus, buy 14 years of F1 races…
The Ben Evans column: 2008 in review
Posted onDrivers, racing, politics, penalties and economics – Ben Evans surveys them all in his verdict on 2008. The final five minutes of the 2008 Grand Prix season were as an exciting few moments as the sport has ever seen, with the destiny of the world championship changing hands three times in as many laps. For … Continue reading The Ben Evans column: 2008 in review