Aug

GP2 mechanic in a coma after suffering a blow to the head

Posted by Jeff Baker Published in Cars, Industry

It seems that a mechanic working for the F1 subsidiary GP2 has been put into an a coma late Saturday night while in the pit. According to WCF, 57 year old Vasco Rossi took a blow to the head from a wheel gun after a car got caught on a cable while driving through the pit.

Officials quickly hurried to get Mr. Rossi airlifted to the nearest hospital where he will stay in a coma for at least 3 days. Luckily, the condition is not life-threatening but this still goes to show you the dangers associated with working in the pits of such a big event.

Everyone here at Car Buyer’s Notebook hopes for a speedy recovery for Vasco Rossi and express our deepest sympathy to anyone close to him.

Tags: F1, Formula 1, gp2, injury, pit, safety, vasco rossi

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Aug

Mercedes next in line to quit F1?

Posted by Jeff Baker Published in Uncategorized

Last week we let you know that BMW was officially withdrawing from the Formula 1 circuit with came as news after Honda had withdrawn as well.

Well today reports are suggesting the Merecedes may be next to pull out of the sport. Apparantly, talks have been going on within the company over whether or not it would be worth it to continue providing the McLaren and Brawn teams with engines.

Don’t think this is all because of BMW, however, as a Mercedes spokeperson has said that their withdrawal “does not have any influence on [their] Formula One engagement”.

Read (F1-Live)

Tags: F1, Formula 1, Mercedes

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Jul

Max Mosley won’t run for F1 President re-electrion

Posted by Jeff Baker Published in Business, Cars, Industry, Supercar

It seems that Max Mosley, current President of the FIA, is slated to step down from his position and not run for re-election this October.

This confirmation comes as an alternative announcement to the one he gave last month that said he is in fact considering the candidacy for the FIA Presidency.

Formula 1 and the FIA in general have faced some trouble over the last year but perhaps once Mr. Mosley is no longer in office that can all be put to rest. Or so we can only hope.

Tags: election, F1, FIA, Formula 1, max mosley, presidency, Racing

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Jun

FOTA breaks away from FIA, will host own series in 2010

Posted by Jeff Baker Published in Cars, Industry, Supercar

Things are starting to get a little hot in the battle between the Forumla 1 Teams Association and Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (aka the FIA). It seems that the two parties has a bit of an argument which resulted in 8 Forumla 1 teams, namely Ferrari, McLaren, Renault, BMW, Toyota, Red Bull and Toro Rosso (FOTA), to break away completely and announce that they will hold their own championship series in 2010.

Below are segments of the press release explaining the situation, courtesy of Autoblog:

“The teams cannot continue to compromise on the fundamental values of the sport and have declined to alter their original conditional entries to the 2010 World Championship.

“These teams therefore have no alternative other than to commence the preparation for a new Championship which reflects the values of its participants and partners. This series will have transparent governance, one set of regulations, encourage more entrants and listen to the wishes of the fans, including offering lower prices for spectators worldwide, partners and other important stakeholders.

“The major drivers, stars, brands, sponsors, promoters and companies historically associated with the highest level of motorsport will all feature in this new series.”

With such major brands breaking away from the FIA it will be very hard for the federation to hold their own. F1 fans need not worry as this is in favor of the series. Let’s wait and see how this unfolds.

Tags: BMW, brawn, breakaway, championship, F1, Ferrari, FIA, forumla 1, fota, McLaren, Race, red bull, Renault, series, toro rosso

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Jan

Toyota TF109 Launched

Posted by Brian Published in Toyota

Toyota is stepping up its World Championship run by unveiling its newest race car, the Toyota TF109. Toyota has been known to build exceptional race cars each time the F1 takes center stage but it seems that this time around, the path towards retaining that tradition seems to have taken a notable twist with the new regulations in play.

“After eight years in Formula 1 we have gained a huge amount of knowledge and improved considerably. We are hungry to win and ready to win, there should be no doubt about that,” said team president John Howitt. “The new regulations pose an extra challenge, but at the same time offer an opportunity. We have everything we need to win, some exceptionally talented people and a huge motivation to succeed, so now it is down to us to actually make it happen.”

New regulations for a new race on a new car. It looks like Toyota has its work cut out for themselves.

(Source) Motor Authority

Tags: F1, Formula 1, new car, race cars, Toyota

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Nov

Sebastien Leob Won 5th Consecutive World Rally Championship

Posted by Chris Published in Cars, Industry

We’ve seen Hamilton get the F1 Championship yesterday but there was another sporting event in the auto world which we shouldn’t overlook. Sebastian Loeb grabbed the 5th consecutive World Rally Championship at the Rally Japan yesterday. Unlike the breath-taking Formula 1 race in Brazil yesterday, Loeb managed to grab the title one race ahead. Congrats to both champions! We look forward for next season!

via Autosport

Tags: F1, Lewis Hamilton, Rally, Sebastian Loeb

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Oct

Ferrari to Quit F1?

Posted by Chris Published in 2009 Vehicles, Business, Cars

Don’t get alarmed by the catchy title folks! I am not even convinced Ferrari means it. The company might be crying wolf in order to get some well deserved attention. Ferrari, joined by Toyota, are willing to quit the F1 once the standard engine becomes a reality in this competition. I don’t care much about Toyota, but a F1 race without a Ferrari? Are you joking? Oh wait a minute, I wouldn’t want a Ferrari powered by let’s say a Toyota engine out on the tracks right?

What do you think?

via F1-live

Tags: F1, Ferrari, FIA

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Oct

Renault Has F1 Dacias Ready for Sao Paulo Action

Posted by Chris Published in Cars, Industry

Renault is getting ready for the Sao Paulo Auto Show with various models. Its sports division has cooked up F1-themed cars to display. And they aren’t exactly Renaults but the Dacia sub-brand. I am talking about the Dacia Sandero and the Dacia Logan which are really line models which got a new coat of paint and some decals to play with. If in Brazil, don’t forget to check the Sao Paulo car event. Besides the yellow Dacia models you will have plenty to see.