One of the first exhibitions I wanted to see at the Autosport International show today was the celebration of 50 years of British world champions. Sadly there was no car belonging to Mike Hawthorn, the first British world champion in 1958, because many early Ferrari F1 cars were used to build later racing machines. But … Continue reading 50 years of British champions in pictures (Autosport International 2009)
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Donington Park 2010: artist’s impression
Posted onDonington Park is beginning to reveal more detail about its plans to host the 2010 British Grand Prix. Here are four images showing an artist’s impression of the pit building on the re-designed F1 track.
Mercedes SLR McLaren Stirling Moss edition announced (pictures)
Posted onMercedes has revealed the final version of its SLR McLaren sports car, which will be named after Sir Stirling Moss, who drove for the team in the 1950s. Just 75 examples of the Mercedes SLR McLaren Stirling Moss will be built. This most powerful version of the SLR, a joint production with McLaren, has 650bhp … Continue reading Mercedes SLR McLaren Stirling Moss edition announced (pictures)
2008 F1 season in 99 pictures
Posted onWith 2008 drawing to a close, here’s a look back at 12 months of Formula 1 in pictures. From the launch of the 2008 cars, to the first glimpses of the strange creations we’ll watch in 2009, here’s 99 pictures that I think capture some of the most exciting, controversial, and funny moments of 2008. … Continue reading 2008 F1 season in 99 pictures
Robert Kubica drives LMR V12 Le Mans winner at BMW World Final
Posted onRobert Kubica had the chance to sample a very special BMW last weekend: the V12 LMR which won the 1999 Le Mans 24 Hours. Kubica demonstrated the car along with a 2007 F1.07 racer at Mexico’s former F1 venue, the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, which last held a round of the world championship in 1992. It … Continue reading Robert Kubica drives LMR V12 Le Mans winner at BMW World Final
Singapore after the Grand Prix (pictures)
Posted onHaving held its first Grand Prix Singapore is adjusting to having grandstands and other racing construction dotted around its harbour front all year long. One fan took a look around the track to see what evidence he could find of the night race that captivated out attention two months ago. Here are some of his … Continue reading Singapore after the Grand Prix (pictures)
Honda: 2006-2008 in pictures
Posted onHonda’s attempted return to Formula 1 racing as a full constructor lasted exactly 53 races. In that time it ascended to the top step of the podium and then plunged to the back of the field once again. After two seasons in the doldrums many expected the team to get back on its feet in … Continue reading Honda: 2006-2008 in pictures
Renault show visits Sao Paulo (Pictures)
Posted onNelson Piquet Jnr appeared in Sao Paulo, Brazil to round off Renault’s series of F1 roadshows. He entertained the crowd with a demonstration in an R27. Renault’s roadshows has visited Johannesburg (South Africa), Rotterdam (The Netherlands), Kiev (Ukraine), Lisbon (Portugal) and New Delhi (India) this year. With Red Bull cutting its Red Bulletin magazine and … Continue reading Renault show visits Sao Paulo (Pictures)
BMW F1 cars in pictures, 2006-2008
Posted onI’ve put some more work into extending the F1 cars picture archive, adding images of the first three BMW F1 cars. Some of the interesting things you can see in the pictures include: The ‘tower wings’ used in ther 2006 French Grand Prix, which were banned shortly after The increasing aerodynamic complexity of the 2006 … Continue reading BMW F1 cars in pictures, 2006-2008
Ferrari tests 3 Italian racers (Pictures)
Posted onIt’s been 14 years since an Italian last started a Grand Prix for Ferrari, but that could change in the near future. Among the changes introduced by the new management at Ferrari is a young driver scheme and yesterday at Fiorano three up-and-coming Italian racers got a chance to sample a Ferrari F1 car. Here’s … Continue reading Ferrari tests 3 Italian racers (Pictures)
Valentino Rossi’s first Ferrari test in pictures
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Posted onValentino Rossi tested a Ferrari F1 car today at the Mugello circuit where he scored seven victories in Moto GP.
2009 Formula 1 testing pictures part 3
Posted on2009 F1 testing continued at the Circuit de Catalunya today. There weren’t many interesting new car parts to observe so here’s an arty shot of a Force India in the autumnal sunshine. Lots more pictures from testing below, including Bruno Senna getting another test in the Honda.
2009 Formula 1 testing pictures part 2
Posted onMore pictures from 2009 F1 testing at the Circuit de Cataluna below. Today Pedro de la Rosa sampled a Force India, with rumours suggesting he might join the team next year. Interestingly, the car was still equipped with a Ferrari engine, potentially giving McLaren a chance to gain useful information on their rival’s engines. Also … Continue reading 2009 Formula 1 testing pictures part 2
2009 Formula 1 testing begins (Pictures)
Posted onActually, 2009 F1 testing began months ago – we know Honda and BMW have already tested their KERS, and Williams ran a car with a 2009-spec rear wing on several weeks ago. But today most of the teams were in action in Barcelona and all were preparing for next year. Some ran new aero (BMW … Continue reading 2009 Formula 1 testing begins (Pictures)
BMW tests its 2009 Formula 1 car prototype – and it ain’t pretty (Pictures)
Posted onSeveral Formula 1 teams were back in action today for the first time since the Brazilian Grand Prix, testing developments ahead of the 2009 season. BMW are the latest team to run developments of the aerodynamics package we can expect to see on its F1 car in 2009. It’s going to take some getting used … Continue reading BMW tests its 2009 Formula 1 car prototype – and it ain’t pretty (Pictures)
Felipe Massa’s 2008 season in pictures
Posted onFelipe Massa may not have won the world championship but he won praise for his dignity in defeat. He rallied from a poor start to the season to make a convincing championship challenge and forced his critics to revise their opinions of him. This is his year in pictures.
Hamilton & McLaren celebrate (Pictures)
Posted onMcLaren: not the pit lane’s party animals. But they let their (crew cut) hair down to celebrate Lewis Hamilton’s world championship title. Here’s a selection of pictures from Hamilton’s triumphant return to the McLaren Technology Centre.
Brazilian Grand Prix in pictures
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Posted onRe-live the championship-deciding Brazilian Grand Prix in pictures. Here’s a selection of images from the race.
Hamilton wins the 2008 F1 world championship – in pictures
Posted onRe-live the heart-break and heroics of Lewis Hamilton’s path to the 2008 F1 world championship title with this picture series. Here’s a selection of photographs from every round of the 2008 F1 season.
Barrichello’s special helmet
Posted onOne-off skid-lid for Barrichello too