Yesterday's Monaco Grand Prix is being hailed as a triumph for Nico Rosberg and Mercedes. But the reality is that it was a demonstration of how ridiculous the tyre situation has become in Formula One. It's always been difficult to overtake in Monaco. There's simply not enough space. The track is too narrow to get... Continue Reading →
Ferrari previews Australian Grand Prix
13 March 2013, Ferrari - The winters seem to get shorter every year and just three and half months on from that thrilling finale in Sao Paolo, here we are about to tackle the first race of the 2013 season. Not a great deal has changed since that November day at Interlagos, but the new... Continue Reading →
Ferrari F138 technical specs
Chassis Carbon-fibre and honeycomb composite structure Ferrari longitudinal gearbox Limited-slip differential Semiautomatic sequential electronically Controlled gearbox – quick shift Number of gears: 7 + Reverse Brembo ventilated carbon-fibre disc brakes Independent suspension, pull-rod activated torsion springs front and rear Weight with water, lubricant and driver: 642 kg OZ Wheels (front and rear): 13” Engine Type: 056 Number of cylinders: 8... Continue Reading →
New Ferrari to be called F138
Ferrari have revealed the name of their new Formula One car. The 2013 car that Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa will drive will be called the F138. "F" for Ferrari, "13" for 2013 and "8" as a tribute to the V8 engines that will be replaced at the end of this season after powering the... Continue Reading →
Massa to debut new Ferrari
Felipe Massa will be the first man to drive the 2013 Ferrari Formula One car. The Brazilian will drive for the first three days of the first pre-season test in Jerez, Spain, starting on 5 February, before handing over to new Ferrari test driver Pedro de la Rosa for the final day of the Jerez... Continue Reading →
