There are inherent dangers in F1 racing that are worsened by the sport itself. It's obvious that speeding around a track over 100 mph is dangerous, but the design of the car and expectations of wealthy team owners can be just as dangerous. Being a cautious driver in F1 racing isn't as important as being [...]

Formula One racing is the most popular motor sport in the world. The rules governing Formula One racing are complex but it is not necessary to know or understand every detail of the regulations to enjoy the sport.
Formula One racing as it is today evolved from European Grand Prix racing of the early 1900s. [...]

Formula One racing is a sport defined by rules and regulations. It is also a sport with a long history. Like any sport with this background, Formula One racing has developed terms that are confusing or not understood by new fans. The information below highlights some of the more misunderstood terms used [...]

In order to win races and keep a competitive edge, F1 engines must be uniquely designed to provide maximum performance with greatest longevity. Historically, engines that were built for F1 racing were not built to last much longer than a single race. Today, FIA regulations stipulations require engines to not fall apart never to be [...]

Formula One racing developed as the premier motor sport over the past century. The early history of Formula One racing has roots in European Grand Prix racing. Formula One racing has evolved to become a global sport with fans in over 200 countries and racing circuits around the world.
During the early [...]

Formula One racing is among the most expensive of competitive sports. As a result corporate sponsorship is vital to keep a team competitive. Formula One racing team annual budgets are estimated to range from $66 million to $400 million. When the costs necessary to design and support a winning team are considered [...]

The Formula One racing World Championship season is held annually from early spring through fall. Races are held at locations around the world but each race weekend follows the same pattern.
Each Formula One racing event is a three-day event held on a Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The exception to this is at the [...]

Formula One racing, often referred to as Grand Prix racing, is the top class of motor sports in the world. Most commonly it is abbreviated as F1 racing. The title Formula One racing refers to the rules, or "formula" that all cars and participants in Formula One racing must follow. These strict [...]

There are many things that make drivers a legend. From a diverse and faithful fan base to an uncanny driving ability that no other possesses, little things can make a driver a legend in their own rights. The legends are the drivers that are talked about long after their career is over and that are [...]

The changes and history of Formula One racing are apparent when you look at the records that have been recorded since the sport's inception.
For example, Mike Thackwell, 19, holds the record as the youngest Formula One racing driver. The 1980 Dutch Grand Prix was his first Formula One race. At the other end [...]