Features
In car radio
By Principessa on in F1Effective communication is important in any modern working environment. But in Formula One, the need for messages to be received clearly is more critical than in any other profession.
View suspended
By Principessa on in F1Engineering a Formula One car can be a frustrating business. Long hours are spent producing intricate pieces of industrial art, which are then inserted into a box and hidden from view.
The HANS device
By Principessa on in SafetyStanding for Head and Neck Support system, the HANS device works in conjunction with the driver's helmet and seatbelts to drastically reduce the forces exerted on a the head and neck during an accident.
Pit board
By Principessa on in F1Driving at full race pace, a Formula 1 driver has no more than about a second to read his pit board, but this simple piece of equipment remains a vital link between a driver and his team.
The importance of aerodynamics
By Steven De Groote on in AerodynamicsIn the tough struggle for crucial seconds in Formula 1, aerodynamics play a fundamental role. The teams invest up to 20% of their total budget in the science of the winds, making their cars even faster with innovative aerodynamic designs.
The chassis stand
By Principessa on in F1A team McLaren Mercedes Formula 1 car will probably spend less than 10 per cent of its working life with all four wheels on the ground - and that's not just because Kimi, Juan Pablo, Pedro and Gary will drive it so quickly!
Radio communications
By Principessa on in F1Radio communications have become such an integral part of Grand Prix racing that it’s easy to forget there was a time when everything was done by pit signals.
Livery design of an F1 car
By Principessa on in F1The livery of a Formula 1 car is more than just a fanciful design exercise – it plays an integral role in shaping a team’s brand image.
Tyre warmers
By Principessa on in F1No matter what stage a grand prix is at, there is always a stack of Michelin tyres warming in the corner of the Team McLaren Mercedes garage.
Backstage in Overseas' Races
By Principessa on in F1When a race is held overseas, far away from Panasonic Toyota Racing’s headquarters in Europe, one of the most important jobs is to competently and efficiently pack and transport everything that the team will need for the race.
