Joined team launch canceled

According to some latest reports, the joined team launch, which was going to be organized by the 13 Formula 1 teams in Valencia at the end of January, is canceled. The cost cutting plan to organize one major launch for all the teams at one place was canceled as not every team will be ready by the end of January.

One team source told Reuters that "It's been abandoned." "There were not going to be enough cars ready by the date that would have suited all the teams."

New Previews - Formula One 1998

Giuseppe Rainieri & gufo_tave have released new previews of their Formula One 1998 conversion project for rFactor.

The brand new previews show the Benetton, Williams, McLaren & Ferrari cars that have been equipped with new steering wheels and textures. In addition there is a preview shot of various helmets of the 1998 season.

At first it was created by CTDP for F1 Challenge, Giuseppe has received permission to bring their mod to rFactor, adding one of the final seasons of the 20th century to the simulation.

Mansell: Schumacher's age won't be an issue

Former Formula 1 champion Nigel Mansell believes a return to Formula 1 won't be a problem for 40-year-old Michael Schumacher. The former British F1 champion has said he wouldn't be surprised if Schumacher would indeed return to Formula 1.
"Age will not be a factor in Michael's story," Mansell told the Mail on Sunday. "It wouldn't surprise me if Michael challenged for another world championship.

"It doesn't matter what age you are as long as you are professional, committed and focussed," said Mansell, who won his title aged 39 and competed in F1 until he was 41. People have written Michael off as over the hill, I look at it differently.

"Michael has tremendous experience and talent, and Mercedes will provide him with a fantastic package. He is extremely fit and we can take his commitment and professionalism for granted. For me there is no downside to this. He's won enough titles, so what does he have to worry about losing to anyone?

"It may take a few races to get to grips with his car, but after that it wouldn't surprise me if he was to challenge for his eighth title."

Ferrari launches a driver academy

The Ferrari team has announced that it is launching the Ferrari Driver Academy, a game plan which will see young racing drivers nurtured by the Maranello team, both on and off the race track, with the ultimate goal being for the individuals involved to reachFormula 1.

The Countdown Begins

Check out the 'Forthcoming F1 calendar of events' on the right hand column. I've posted the date to the store's unofficial opening. You can click on the date in order to add it as an event to your calendar as well. The Official opening will happen the following day. Your support would be much appreciated.. Free racing events will be available to all those that attend.

US F1 acquires new design partner

With its first Formula 1 season fast approaching, the US F1 team has confirmed a new technical partnership with Advanced Composites Group (ACG). Part of Umeco plc, the company has signed a long-term contract with the Charlotte team.

2010 Overview: Rule changes

The Formula 1 governing body the FIA has confirmed that 8 cars will now be eliminated in the Q1 and Q2 phases of qualifying from the 2010 season onwards. The change comes due to the increased size of the field and is joined by a raft of other minor changes.

Grosjean will compete in ice races

Romain Grosjean agreed that he will be driving in two rounds of the Andros Trophy ice racing event in France. The Frenchman will first be taking the wheel this weekend before returning for more action on the third weekend of January.

Schumacher close to Mercedes deal?

There are reports/rumors that continue to strengthen in Germany this weekend of Michael Schumacher making a Formula 1 comeback. The 7-time World Champion is now believed to have a verbal deal in place to race with the Brackley-based Mercedes team next year.

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