Rebecca Twigley not sad to quit smalltown Perth Sep 23, 2007
You've got the spring racing carnival, F1 racing, the Australian Open, not to mention all the bands and live music,'' she said. "I think it's a great place to live while you're young, compared to Perth where it would be great to settle down and have a family.'' Ms Twigley said that while the couple appreciated the support of West Coast Eagles fans, they were looking forward to a more laid-back life in Melbourne, away from the small-town obsession with AFL stars. Earlier this year, Ms Twigley... (The Australian)
For Netizens, F1's the way to go... Sep 19, 2007
Roypatcha from China says, "We are 100 per cent ready for F1 and were even ready for it four years back when Mr Chandrababu Naidu of Andhra Pradesh planned to finalise F1 racing in India. But due to the worst politics we lost it. Let's see how this one will end." Even though the comment was laced with an apprehension, it also welcomed the sport. Aman in India , on the other side, is more optimistic; he thinks, "This (the sport) would give youngsters a real chance to see sports from close... (India Times, India)
SPY SCANDAL ROCKS F1 RACING Sep 14, 2007
Friday, September 14, 2007 Last Update: 07:05 AM EDT. September 14, 2007 -- PARIS - Spying doesn't pay. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Mallya first Indian to race down Formula One track Sep 2, 2007
Sept. 1: Liquor and airline tycoon Vijay Mallya is set to pick up a 50 per cent stake in Formula One team Spyker, becoming the first Indian to own a part of an F1 racing outfit. The businessman with a passion for cars, yachts and thoroughbreds has teamed up with Spyker director Michiel Mol to make a 90-million euros (Rs 504 crore) bid for the cash-strapped team. (Calcutta Telegraph)
Game On! World Series of Video Games Presented by Intel: The Largest Video Game Tournament Ever in Canada Aug 8, 2007
Fans can also get behind the wheel of a replica F1 racing simulator and compete against family and friends, or feature themselves in a 3-D Intel ad. Gaming tournaments will be held throughout each day for a chance to win fun and cool prizes. (Canada Newswire)
The week aheadWhat could be hitting the headlines in the next seven days Jul 23, 2007
The "spy" scandal has threatened to affect F1 racing prodigy Lewis Hamilton's bid for the championship. Green state: The UN secretary general visits California to see its work to stem global warming. (BBC News)
Schumacher hitches a ride on the Hamilton fan wagon Jul 22, 2007
There will be no head-to-head clash between Schumacher and Hamilton, as the German said he was enjoying life away from the pressure cooker of F1 racing. Source: The Sun-Herald. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Two quick wins put Raikkonen back in the title hunt Jul 12, 2007
Although Formula One salaries are closely guarded, Raikkonen is paid more than $50 million a year for three years, according to F1 Racing magazine. Alonso reportedly earns $22 million despite his two world titles. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
His life is in the pits Jul 2, 2007
Where it becomes complex for Corbo is including the other 20 cars -- anticipating their fuel loads and pit strategy to get his team's two cars in and out of the pits ahead of traffic, which is known in racing as being in "clean air." In F1 racing, this is crucial because the aerodynamic design of the cars often makes it difficult for a faster car to pass a slower car. "The car in front of you disturbs the air flow and you lose downforce, which means you can't carry the same speed into the... (Boston Globe)
FIA Unveils 2011 Regulations Plans Jun 28, 2007
The document which was prepared by Tony Purnell and Peter Wright, is an effort towards reducing costs, making F1 more road relevant, as well as the ever increasing focus on being more environmentally friendly while at the same time improving the spectacle that is F1 racing and encouraging overtaking. It seems as if the main focus of the proposal would be on chassis regulations, fuel efficiency and energy saving systems and there is also a very important document for the 2011 power-train... (Suite101.com)
Mosleys green vision| May 24, 2007
A few things need to be said about FIA president Max Mosleys vision of a green Formula 1 in the not-too-distant future, which was revealed in more detail by F1 Racing magazine last week. Mosley has been espousing this for quite a while now, what with energy recovering systems and standard ECUs coming in soon, but the latest revelations by F1 Racing and Autosport of a document reportedly circulated to current carmakers in Formula 1 as well as possible new entrants like Ford and Audi get down... (iAfrica.com)
F1 to move to 2.2 litre 10000 engines? May 18, 2007
According to The Guardian, Mosley admits to his own personal 'myearthdream' in the forthcoming edition of F1 Racing magazine. While max engine revs are currently restricted to 19,000, under the 'new rules' they would be reduced to a maximum of 10,000, which would therefore make the new generation of F1 cars far less noisy than their contemporary rivals. (pitpass.com)
Buon Compleanno! [Happy Birthday Ferrari] Apr 23, 2007
Ferrari and racing are more than a phrase: together the pair is an automotive racing aristocracy with unrivaled heritage; their legacy, packed with accomplishments and traditions, remains unrivaled in F1 racing today. The list of the red car's racing success is lengthy. (BusinessWeek)
Sepang works to bring people out to the racetrack Apr 16, 2007
Speaking to Indonesian journalists, the SIC's advertising and promotions manager Azlan Akil detailed Sepang's progress and growth as a host of F1 racing over the last nine years, as well as Malaysia's efforts to ensure it remains a host of the most prestigious autosports event on earth ... A lot of news has been published on Singapore's intention to host F1 racing. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
Geographical proximity of F1 races in M'sia, S'pore not a problem: MOS Apr 11, 2007
She had asked for Singapore's response to a comment by Malaysia's Youth and Sports Minister that Singapore should not establish F1 racing as this would be competing with Malaysia. Mr Iswaran replied, "We do not see competition arising or being disadvantageous just because of geographical proximity. In fact there are several F1 races that take place in the same region...Each race is unique in terms of its character and circuit design. Sepang has a dedicated circuit while we are looking at a... (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Malaysia jittery over Singapore F1 roar Mar 27, 2007
Tuesday March 27, 2:17 PM. While Singapore has been caught up in the excitement of trying to bring Formula 1 (F1) racing to its shores, there has barely been a squeak on the subject from its northern neighbour, which has hosted its own leg of the event since 1999. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
The Honda F1 roadshow is rolling! Mar 20, 2007
Grandstand tickets at the Malaysian GP and a tour to the Honda F1 Racing Teams pit are up for grabs throughout the roadshow and as well as an online contest. From Mar 15 to Mar 28, you can log on to to stand a chance to walk away with prizes. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Ferrari first out out of the blocks Mar 17, 2007
"Bridgestone tyres are pushing you to drive a different way - it's really difficult to drive aggressively. It's kind of a compromise between [car] set-up, driving style and the tyres. For everybody it's the same, but of course, you have to adapt." But Bridgestone believes a single tyre manufacturer makes for better F1 racing. Its motorsport tyre development boss Hirohide Hamashima said having all teams racing with the same tyres would significantly level the playing field and expose any... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
GAME REVIEWS: 'SSX Blur,' 'Formula One Championship Edition' Mar 15, 2007
It's going to be hard for a game like this to appeal to mass audiences here when F1 racing has such a limited impact in North America. Nevertheless, those who take a ride in this game will find a solid racing sim that caters to both fans of F1 racing and those with no knowledge of it at all. (Herald Online, SC -- Technology)
2007 Formula One Season Preview Mar 7, 2007
Seven-time champion Michael Schumacher opted to retire from F1 racing and has been replaced by Kimi Raikkonen in his Ferrari ride. has chosen the series as his destination. (Suite101.com)
Jet sets adspend pace, Mallya right behind Feb 21, 2007
Around 5-10% of our advertising budget for the year would be spent in the international markets, Kingfisher Airlines deputy general manager (marketing) Vikram Malhotra told ET. Kingfisher inked a two-year deal with Toyota Motorsport GmbH to be an official partner of the Toyota F1 Racing team. Last year, Kingfisher test-marketed certain campaigns targeting NRIs at United States and UK.. (India Times)
The good, the beautiful and the peculiar Feb 12, 2007
College staff in specially designed F1 racing gear,freshly baked cookies,make up and body painting demonstration sessions and mocktails ... At the Otomotif College booth, staff from the college were quite the novelty as they were clad in F1 racing gears. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
How to make sure you score today Feb 10, 2007
Armed with enough new-driving bravado to impress an F1 racing team, I picked up my date and headed for a really great restaurant I'd heard of. Problem was, I couldn't remember the name of the place. (iAfrica.com)
Red Bull unveils new FB3 race car Jan 26, 2007
The former Williams driver finished third at the Monaco Grand Prix in June for Red Bull's sole podium place in two years of F1 racing. The 2007 season begins with the Australian G.P. in Melbourne on March 18. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Current-gen version announced exclusively for Sony systems. Dec 10, 2006
"Burnout Dominator focuses on the reckless skill-based racing and fear of crashing that fuelled the first games." Channon knows about speed, having previously worked on F1 racing games for EA.. Burnout Dominator arrives sometime in 2007. (IGN)
Massa continues test dominance Dec 7, 2006
Lewis Hamilton, making his F1 racing debut in March, drove his McLaren to the third fastest time, for the first time beating out Pedro de la Rosa, the team's tester. Both drivers for the British team tested Bridgestone's wet weather tyres for the first time, while De la Rosa focused on wing programmes and Hamilton on rear suspension. (iAfrica.com)
Hewlett-Packard: The Unlikely Game Player Dec 6, 2006
"Voodoo offers HP what an F1 racing team does for a carmaker," says McKinney. Of course, HP isn't the first U.S. tech giant to pile into the gaming world. (BusinessWeek)
Ferrari start fast at winter test Nov 30, 2006
Raleigh Durham Cary Chapel Hill. It is always important to learn and understand how we need to work with a new partner. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hydrogen leap forward for BMW Nov 19, 2006
JIM KENZIE FOR THE TORONTO STAR. From this angle, only the sticker in the side window gives it away--this hybrid BMW is powered by both gasoline and hydrogen. (Toronto Star)
Shanghai scandal 'implicates 50' Oct 24, 2006
Yu Zhifei, the head of Shanghai's F1 racing track, has been quizzed. More than 50 people have been detained in Shanghai's widening pension fund corruption scandal, a Beijing-funded Hong Kong newspaper has reported. (Yahoo News -- China)
Schus wife glad its over Oct 24, 2006
Schumacher, who started F1 racing in 1991, ended his career with a fourth-place finish at the Brazilian Grand Prix on Sunday. He won seven world titles between 1994 and 2004, totalling 91 wins and a string of records that may never be beaten. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
China cracks down on corruption Oct 24, 2006
Yu Zhifei, the head of Shanghai's F1 racing track, has been quizzed. China has punished more than 17,500 officials in the first eight months of this year on corruption charges, according to state news agency Xinhua. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
F1 racing team ambushed by gunmen in Brazil Oct 22, 2006
About 20 teens stop group near Interlagos circuit, but no injuries occur. Updated: 12:46 p.m. ET Oct. 21, 2006. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Extra V-Power burst for Ferrari Oct 22, 2006
But most importantly, do you know that the V-Power that you can find at over 300 selected petrol stations nationwide is very similar to the one used in F1 racing cars. In other words, you can also get an F1 experience by using the V-Power. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
A Day in a LifeThousands of internet users write a diary of their day Oct 19, 2006
Want to say something exciting happened, like I went F1 racing at Silverstone, but unfortunately I am just a mum and these things happen to other people not me. Got up at 6. (BBC News -- Technology)
Spyker to use Ferrari engines for next season Oct 1, 2006
This announcement completes the first chapter of Spyker MF1 team and I believe truly illustrates our commitment and ambition, the teams director of F1 Racing Michiel Mol said in a statement at the Chinese Grand Prix yesterday. We are in F1 to be competitive. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Zonta for Auto Africa Sep 28, 2006
Ricardo Zonta, the third driver in the Panasonic Toyota F1 Racing team, will attend Auto Africa 2006 on October 26 and 28. Zonta will fly to South Africa directly from his home Grand Prix at the Interlagos circuit, at Sao Paulo, in Brazil. (iAfrica.com)
No, you're the best: Tiger calls Schumacher best athlete Sep 13, 2006
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Best athlete? Tiger goes with a driver Sep 13, 2006
F1 racing is the most globally watched sport, Woods said, and the pressure he has to deal with, it's been truly phenomenal to see him succeed at the level he has for so many years. Woods came to London after sitting courtside in Roger Federer's box for Federer's U.S. Open tennis victory over Andy Roddick. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
One man's mission to attract new elite to the sport of kings Sep 12, 2006
Since 2003, Shanghai has opened China's first F1 racing circuit and started work on a marina. Polo is far less well known. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
All rosy for Rossi Sep 12, 2006
Rossi, who has tinkered with F1 racing and even tested with Ferrari this year, announced recently that he is staying with Yamaha for the 2007 season. I pray every week for a race like this, first is great but second would have been nearly as good in a race like that, said Rossi. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
F1 racing... for real| Aug 31, 2006
More News: LATEST NEWS F1 racing. for real Jesse Adams Tue, 29 Aug 2006. (iAfrica.com)
Massa wins first F1 pole Aug 27, 2006
Honda's Jenson Button, who won the Hungarian GP three weeks ago for his first victory in nearly seven years of F1 racing, was seventh. Ralf Schumacher in a Toyota was fifth fastest in qualifying but will be penalized 10 spots on the starting grid because of an engine change after Friday's practice. (USA Today -- Sports)
Massa, Schumacher on Turkish front row Aug 27, 2006
Honda's Jenson Button, who won the Hungarian GP three weeks ago for his first victory in nearly seven years of F1 racing, was seventh. "I was obviously hoping for something more from qualifying today although we have been struggling a bit in the final sector," Button said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Heikki to replace Alonso? Aug 21, 2006
"Clearly, were searching for a driver for 2007 but that's Flavio Briatore's side of the operation, not mine," Dassas told F1 Racing. "But what I can say is that were looking for a very good, very talented driver, and wed like to get the matter settled by late August or early September. "Raikkonen is undoubtably a good and talented driver, and there arent many available. (iAfrica.com)
Stewart's temper could knock him out of Chase Aug 5, 2006
Schumacher's first three Indy victories came in an era when Ferrari was so dominant that F1 racing just wasn't much of a contest. Going by how hard the victories were won, I rate Foyt the all-time winner at Indy because he endured so much heartbreak (and rage) for a decade between his third and fourth wins in the 500, in 1967 and '77. (Orlando Sentinel -- Sports)
Montoya to leave F1 for Nextel Cup Jul 10, 2006
" Montoya won the 2000 Indianapolis 500 while driving for Ganassi. The Columbian is currently sixth in the standings 62 points behind leader Renault's Fernando Alonso. In six years of F1 racing Montoya has earned seven wins and 12 poles. Montoya won the 1999 CART championship collecting seven wins and seven poles. ? Copyright 2005, The News & Observer Publishing CompanyA subsidiary of. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Take a Viiv drive with Intels steering wheel Jul 2, 2006
We thought chips and processors were Intels game, but we underestimated its capacity for the outlandish its now quite fond of crazy remotes, as shown by this new F1 racing wheel. Designed to work with the new Viiv platform its attempt to turn Media Centers into your TV of choice the Entertainment Driver is apparently a close relation of the ones used in the BMW Sauber F1 cars, only without the team radio and gear shift buttons. (Stuff Magazine)
* Schumacher unperturbed ahead of US Grand Prix Jul 2, 2006
Spanish Formula One driver Fernando Alonso of the Renault F1 Racing team takes part in the first practice session at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday. The US Grand Prix is to be held today. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Talks in works Jun 30, 2006
SI.com - Racing - Indy officials hope to discuss USGP future - Thursday June 29, 2006 10:26PM. Indy officials hope to discuss future of Grand Prix. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Mosley proposes driver rotation May 22, 2006
"If it were up to me as an enthusiast, I too would introduce a system you might think impractical or even fairly mad, but don't worry, I've been suggesting it without success for 20 years and it would probably not get through the FIA democratic procedures," Mosley wrote in his column for F1 Racing magazine. "Let's assume that there are 12 teams and 18 races. "Each driver would drive each car once so that after the first 12 races all 24 drivers would have driven the cars of each team owner," he... (iAfrica.com)
* Alonso rules track for Spanish king May 16, 2006
King Juan Carlos, center, of Spain, congratulates Spanish Formula One driver Fernando Alonso, left, and Giancarlo Fisichella of Italy, both of the Renault F1 racing team, on the podium after the Grand Prix of Spain at Circuit de Catalunya in Montmelo, Spain, on Sunday. Fernando Alonso of Renault won ahead of Michael Schumacher and Fisichella. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
From Ariel, a Poor Man's Supercar Apr 17, 2006
Several prominent American F1 racing schools have already purchased evaluation units. They're considering them as alternatives to vastly more expensive formula cars to train drivers. (BusinessWeek)
Move Approved Apr 6, 2006
But the pair met in Bahrain during that F1 racing weekend. You ve never heard of T.I., but Atlantic Records president Craig Kallman is probably cleaning his house this morning. (Fox News)
Suzuka loses Japanese GP Mar 27, 2006
Honda, which quit F1 racing in 1992 after eight successful years as an engine supplier, made a comeback in 2000 with an engine for the British American Racing outfit. Honda started the championship this season as a full constructor, while former F1 driver Aguri Suzuki joined the tour in a new all-Japanese team with a Honda engine. (iAfrica.com)
Now, all eyes on Sepang Mar 14, 2006
Besides the thrills and spills of F1 racing, spectators will also get to see the action and excitement of the opening rounds of Asias two leading racing series the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia and the Formula BMW Asia. More News. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
New year, new hope for Schumi Mar 3, 2006
"He's undoubtedly one of the best drivers in the history of the sport," British rival David Coulthard told F1 Racing magazine recently. "He is, I have no doubt, considerably fitter than other drivers who have become champions in previous years at a greater age than his. "It really is a question of whether the design team at Ferrari will give him a package at least the equal of the next best car on the grid. (People's Daily Online, China)
Team Switzerland names Mondini ... Feb 18, 2006
Giorgio Mondini (ITA) - DPR will continue his involvement in F1 in 2006 as third driver for Midland F1 Racing at nine of the season's F1 Grand Prix. -team switzerland. (Motor Sport)
Mark Martin captures Bud Pole for NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series GM FlexFuel 250 Feb 17, 2006
Special to SPEEDTV.com from F1 Racing magazine. 1937 Delage D8-120 S receives LVC Concours Award. (Fox Sports -- NASCAR)
Day one of Bahrain test Feb 14, 2006
Manama, 13th February 2006; Formula One testing began at Bahrain International Circuit, with the three teams present - Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro, Honda F1 Racing Team and Scuderia Toro Rosso - all making the most of the track time available ... Honda F1 Racing Team: Honda is preparing for its official racing return as a racing car constructor at the 2006 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix, Honda's regular test driver Anthony Davidson was joined by his junior team mate and fellow Briton James Rossiter... (Motor Sport)
TAG provides heat shielding ... Feb 11, 2006
Technology Advancement Group, Inc (TAG), a United States-based engineering solutions company, has adapted its non-classified military technology to assist MF1 Racing in combating the heat and dust issues that plague computer control systems in F1's harsh racing environment ... MF1 Racing, the Formula One team owned and operated by the Midland Group, will be deploying the Tactical Hybrid Server (THS) at the start of the 2006 season ... "I am confident that our THS server will help Midland F1... (Motor Sport)
Tata new sponsor for Williams Jan 28, 2006
Following the announcement, Mr. Romit Chaterji, the Tata Group's Sr. Vice President, Corporate Affairs, commented, "We are delighted to be partnering a world-class team like WilliamsF1. Their successful track record over the years in Formula One and their passion for the sport is what sets them apart. In addition, we are happy to support Narain's F1 racing career for another year. Moreover, this association extends beyond mere sponsorship with WilliamsF1 as they will be exploring opportunities... (Motor Sport)
Francie Clarkson survives a kart attack Jan 24, 2006
Nerve-racking it may be but karting is about as far from the glamour of F1 racing as you can imagine. The venue was the NEC in Birmingham and even though the circuit was indoors the surface was slippery. (TimesOnline)
Fry denies his job's on the line Jan 10, 2006
"That's rubbish," Fry told F1 Racing. "I have absolutely zero worries as far as that's concerned.". (Fox Sports -- Formula One)
'Zero worries' about job security says Fry Jan 8, 2006
F1 Racing magazine reported that Toet told Fry, by email, "I will not be abused." ... "That's rubbish," said Fry to F1 Racing. (Fox Sports -- Formula One)
