Are F1 Testing Restrictions Actually Hurting the Development of Young Drivers?

As part of its ongoing (and largely ineffective) attempts to cut costs in Formula One, the FIA is imposing further restrictions on testing for the 2015 season. According to the regulations published by F1’s governing body, there will be three preseason tests and two during the season; down from a total of eight in 2014. One of the arguments that has been made against increased testing restrictions... 

McLaren’s Struggle to Land a Title Sponsor Highlights a Larger Problem for F1

It has now been more than 10 months since McLaren CEO Ron Dennis guaranteed his team would have a new title sponsor early in the 2014 season. Now, racing director Eric Boullier says the team would be fine if it had to go another season without one. “We can afford to run without a title sponsor; that’s a privilege,” Boullier told ESPN F1. “We want it because it’s another... 

Sauber’s 2015 F1 Driver Line-Up Brings a Combination of Talent and Sponsorship

The Sauber Formula One team has faced financial difficulties in recent years. Along with fellow independent teams like Force India and Lotus, the Swiss outfit has struggled with rising costs while continuing to receive a small piece of the F1 financial pie. For 2015, though, it appears their money troubles may be taken care of. Roger Benoit, of the Swiss newspaper Blick, is reporting that the... 

Is the F1 Engine Development Loophole a Symptom of Larger Problems at the FIA?

The FIA, Formula One’s governing body, has admitted there is a loophole in the wording of the engine development regulations introduced last year, according to Autosport‘s Jonathan Noble. This means that manufacturers will be allowed to develop their engines during the season, although development was supposed to be frozen in an attempt to contain costs. This latest embarrassment for... 

What Does the Formula 1 Engine Freeze Loophole Mean for McLaren and Honda?

The Formula One in-season engine development freeze is no more—at least for the 2014 engine manufacturers: Ferrari, Renault and Mercedes. Autosport‘s Jonathan Noble is reporting that the FIA, the sport’s governing body, has agreed that a loophole in the wording of the regulations means engine suppliers will be allowed to continue development of their engines throughout... 

5 Technical Changes That Would Spice Up Formula 1

Formula One underwent a revolution in its technical regulations for 2014. The most significant change was the introduction of hybrid V6 engines. Combined with a reduction in the aerodynamic grip available, the cars were faster in a straight line (although slower and more difficult to handle while cornering). All of this led to plenty of excellent racing from one end of the grid to the other. Unfortunately,... 

A Retrospective of the 2014 Formula 1 Season Through the Lense of 2 Races

After four years of Red Bull supremacy, the 2014 Formula One season promised change. New engine regulations allowed each team to start fresh. As it turned out, Mercedes produced a power unit far superior to those of Renault and Ferrari, setting their factory team up for a season more dominant than any of Red Bull’s championship years. However, the German team promised their drivers equal treatment... 

Formula 1’s 12 Days of Christmas

Christmas is almost here! In the spirit of the season, we’ve decided to repurpose the song “The 12 Days of Christmas” to hand out some gifts to Formula One’s most deserving girls and boys. Apologies in advance for not having all of the verses rhyme, but you should still feel free to sing this version at your family Christmas gatherings this week. Begin Slideshow  Read More →

Previewing 2015 F1 Team-Mate Battles

The 2014 Formula One season had several fascinating battles between team-mates. From Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg’s psychological warfare to Daniel Ricciardo’s usurpation of Sebastian Vettel’s throne at Red Bull, to the cold war that never heated up between Fernando Alonso and Kimi Raikkonen, there was no shortage of intrateam drama. Now that all nine teams confirmed for the 2015... 

Winners and Losers in the 2015 F1 Driver Market

Now that McLaren have finally made a decision on their drivers for the 2015 Formula One season, all 18 race seats on next year’s grid are accounted for.  More seats could open up if Caterham or Marussia find buyers, but the grid is set, for now. With that in mind, let’s take a look at the winners and losers from the seat swaps that kicked off in earnest at the Japanese Grand Prix,... 

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