Tag: formula one

Force India could surprise

The 2012 season is almost upon us, and so some speculation is appropriate. Pre-season testing yielded very little in terms of concrete performance comparisons, but the behaviour of the teams can be quite telling. The general consensus is that Red Bull are still on top, and McLaren are probably their closest competitors. After that, no-one... Continue Reading →

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2nd Barcelona Test – Day 4 – Live Commentary

The final day of pre-season testing has begun! HRT and Marussia are not taking part, as neither could prepare their cars in time. Nonetheles, the other 10 teams are on track at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona. Catch Autosport.com's live text commentary at: http://live.autosport.com/commentary.php/id/446

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Are these guys serious?

Marussia will mis the last pre-season test, after their car failed the last of the FIA's mandatory crash tests. That means the team will arrive in Australia (assuming they can correct the issue and pass the test) with absolutely no mileage on their car. Driving a Formula One car is dangerous at the best of... Continue Reading →

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Fit for Formula 1

The G-forces involved in driving an F1 car are far beyond anything an average person will ever experience. Under braking, drivers can be subjected to as much as 5G. Lateral forces in high-speed corners commonly exceed 3G. As a way of translating these numbers, the maximum braking force of a road car is around 1G.... Continue Reading →

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