Features
The changes for 2006
By Steven De Groote on in F1In an everlastig attempt of the FIA to limit ultimate performance, new V8 engine rules were introduced. Cosworth introduces the impact of the changes that the smaller engines will have on Formula One and particularly on Bahrain.
New Mercedes Safety Car
By Principessa on in F1Mercedes-Benz will provide a new Safety Car during the 2006 Formula One season, the CLK 63 AMG. Bernd Maylander will drive the Safety car that has an 6,3 liter V8 engine of AMG wich can provide 481hp.
Toyota TF106 Bahrain aero
By Steven De Groote on in F1As promised, Panasonic Toyota released a complete new area package to race with in bahrain. The previous package that dated back from the TF105B was a temporary solution to allow full development.
Renault R26 technical insight
By Steven De Groote on in F1The succesor of the championship winning Renault R26 is unveiled with more ambition than ever. We have a look at what Renault changed over the winter and should help them retain both F1 titles.
Steering column
By Steven De Groote on in MechanicsA McLaren senior engineer explains the specific properties of a current F1 steering column. Today it is a lot more than just connecting the steering wheel with the wheels.
Construction of an F1 car
By Steven De Groote on in F1Designing and building an F1 car is the usual team business in the winter and a crucial part to the coming F1 season. Here's how the Toyota team handles the lifeline of an F1 car.
Signalling flags
By Steven De Groote on in F1In order to guarantee on track driver safety at any moment during a race weekend the FIA presribes several ways of signalling drivers when there is something unusual happening somewhere on the track...
Role of a Michelin technician
By Steven De Groote on in MechanicsHow do tire suppliers keep up to date with their teams, their tire wear and their choices? Michelin assings an in-house technician with each team.
Toyota development in 2005
By Steven De Groote on in F1Toyota racing team was one of the teams that put their mark on 2005. With thorough development throughout the year with 3 different cars they raised from a backmarker to podium finisher. An overview of their evolution...
The wing mirror
By Steven De Groote on in F1While it may look like a simple solution, nothing ever is in Formula One. Rear view mirrors must allow the driver a clear view, hinder the passing air as few as possible and comply with the FIA regulations...
