Goron_3 Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 *high five* yeah I ticked and unticked between Japan and Italy a few times, but in the end went with Sazuka! : peace: Great minds think like brah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 Wasn't the question actually which countries should host Grand Prix, rather than what tracks they should be at within them? The ones that should host I went with Britain, Italy, France, Monaco and US. The ones that shouldn't I went with the various countries that as far as I know have no real motorsport heritage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald Emblem Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 (edited) Massa fastest on one minute 11.722 seconds; Kobayashi 1m12.056; Hamilton 1m12.256; Kubica 1m12.426; Rosberg 1m12.899; Barrichello 1m13.377; Buemi 1m13.823. Kobayashi seems to be relishing his opportunity, finishing second in today's testing. However Barrichello and Williams are languishing near the back of the field which is sad considering everything last season. The field is really spread out from these testing sessions. Edited February 2, 2010 by Emerald Emblem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_Link Posted February 2, 2010 Author Share Posted February 2, 2010 I wouldn't read anything much into them, other than Ferrari and McLaren seem to be back this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goron_3 Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 Yeah retro is right, Williams could easily be doing runs with a heavy fuel loads whereas the others might be doing laps on empty tanks for all we know. Lap times at the beginning on the race wll be upwards of about 5 seconds slower than by the end so it really doesn't matter how slow some of the lap times are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_Link Posted February 3, 2010 Author Share Posted February 3, 2010 (edited) WOW!! Virgin Racing VR-01 Car looks amazing IMO, fantastic livery!! Another Red Bull copy though and they didn't use a wind tunnel... lets wait and see the results of that one! Edited February 3, 2010 by Retro_Link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaggle64 Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I have to say, that's probably the best looking colour scheme on the grid so far. Looking sharp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald Emblem Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I was expecting a very green car, I'm pleasantly surprised. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadDog Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Those designs on the front wing are awesome, but those stupid green rings on the tyres ruin it somewhat. What was wrong with the simple white stripes :S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicktendo Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 That is the fittest F1 car I have EVER seen. I'm supporting Manor *cough* Virgin this year! Go-Go-Glock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I don't like it much at all. Gives the impression that it belongs in GP2 or some other lower level racing. Just seems a bit tacky to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_Link Posted February 4, 2010 Author Share Posted February 4, 2010 (edited) Tbf livery's are getting more and more tacky... I personally think the Merc looks aweful. Yeah I instantly picked up a GP2/A1GP or something vibe from it, but heck... I really like it! That is the fittest F1 car I have EVER seen. I'm supporting Manor *cough* Virgin this year! Go-Go-Glock Don't you mean GlockDog... EDIT: http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/81267 Heidfeld to be Mercedes reserve driver Nick Heidfeld is to be the test and reserve driver for Mercedes GP this year, after failing to find a race seat on the grid for 2010. Talk about a German team!! Can't believe the likes of Pedro, Petrov etc... got a drive over Heidfeld! I guess he didn't want to drive for a new team and maybe wanted more money? Have USF1 gone and signed Villeneurve do we think? and what about the second Campos seat. Edited February 4, 2010 by Retro_Link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald Emblem Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 Tbf livery's are getting more and more tacky... I personally think the Merc looks aweful. Yeah I instantly picked up a GP2/A1GP or something vibe from it, but heck... I really like it! Don't you mean GlockDog... EDIT: Talk about a German team!! Can't believe the likes of Pedro, Petrov etc... got a drive over Heidfeld! I guess he didn't want to drive for a new team and maybe wanted more money? Have USF1 gone and signed Villeneurve do we think? and what about the second Campos seat. They did want a Veteran, We'll soon see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goron_3 Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 Tbf livery's are getting more and more tacky... I personally think the Merc looks aweful. Yeah I instantly picked up a GP2/A1GP or something vibe from it, but heck... I really like it! Don't you mean GlockDog... EDIT: Talk about a German team!! Can't believe the likes of Pedro, Petrov etc... got a drive over Heidfeld! I guess he didn't want to drive for a new team and maybe wanted more money? Have USF1 gone and signed Villeneurve do we think? and what about the second Campos seat. Campos wont be on the grid. They were buying their car off Dallaras (or some group like that) but whilst they stalled over money, Stefan GP (who don't even have a slot on the grid) went and got the car instead Even more hilarious is that Stefan GP have sent tonnes of stuff over to Bahrain for the race, signed a couple of big wigs (including that Ryan guy who got booted from mclaren after the 'lairgate' incident) and Bernie is backing them. I was browsing some forums and found a link where Nakajima was saying that they had contacted him for a drive and Villeneuve to be the second driver. SO yeah. if you want to get your team on the grid, buy the car of a team like Campos and steal your way in. Hilarious. I hope they make it simply on that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_Link Posted February 4, 2010 Author Share Posted February 4, 2010 Yeah the Stephan GP story is crazy, sending all their stuff to Bahrain etc... But I thought they were buying Toyota's 2010 cars? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_Link Posted February 9, 2010 Author Share Posted February 9, 2010 Force India VJM03: FI had arguably the best aero package on certain tracks towards the end of last year, and it looks like they've put alot of aero work into this years car. The front wing looks really developed and they've attached the shark fin to the rear wing in the same way as the McLaren. I wonder if they could be the surprise of this year!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shorty Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 That is the fittest F1 car I have EVER seen. I'm supporting Manor *cough* Virgin this year! Go-Go-Glock They're based just round the corner from where I work. We wanted to develop their website before they made it into the F1, but they had it done by some pretty crappy freelance flash developer. I suppose now if they redesigned, an inhouse team from Virgin would do it. Still, feel somewhat obligated to support Manor Virgin Racing, they're like the "home team". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 The new Lotus. Colour scheme is nice but the car looks very simple here. I think they will be off to a slow start but probably have the team to make good progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_Link Posted February 10, 2010 Author Share Posted February 10, 2010 (edited) Woah, that looks like a very basic car!! Looks a bit shorter than the other cars, and a small nose cone?! You're right though, nice colours!... I like the yellow wheels. Dark green is back on the grid! Seems like ages ago that Jaguar were in the sport! EDIT: Red Bull RBR6: Complete with new livery, which is pretty nice... Looks to be an evolution of last years car, everything looks that bit more refined, with a more pronounced 'V' nose, and I'll bet Newey has done some great aero work, diffuser (not that I understand what I'm looking at) look pretty well worked on... haha, check out Vettels helmet this year!... Edited February 10, 2010 by Retro_Link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goron_3 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Got my money on Vettel this season (literally). A bit more consistancy last season would have given him the title but oh well Loving his helmet! Is that the red bull ingredients list i see Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Posted February 11, 2010 Share Posted February 11, 2010 I think it's between him and Alonso for the title this year. I would put some money on but theres never the odds to make it worthwhile. Probably the best bet for risk/reward is a punt on Webber - or at least it was last time I checked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_Link Posted February 11, 2010 Author Share Posted February 11, 2010 Is that the red bull ingredients list i see , his helmets basically a can of Red Bull! http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/81407 Silverstone to use new track for 2010 GP Silverstone has announced that it will use its new 'Arena' layout for this year's Formula 1 British Grand Prix. The revised track had originally been designed with MotoGP in mind, but when Silverstone regained its F1 date following the collapse of Donington Park's grand prix bid, the Northamptonshire track began considering whether to switch F1 to the new circuit as well. It has now confirmed that Formula One Management has approved the use of the Arena Grand Prix layout from this year's British GP. "The new sections of circuit were initially brought in to comply with MotoGP safety regulations, but the 'Arena Complex' was always designed with both two and four-wheeled racing in mind," said Silverstone managing director Richard Phillips. "We have been very careful, working closely with drivers and riders, to make sure we are improving and enhancing what Silverstone already has to offer - from a drivers', riders' and spectators' point of view." The new circuit leaves the current GP layout at Abbey and heads through an S-bend to the new Arena complex, before returning down the National track straight to rejoin the existing GP track's stadium section at Brooklands. F1 cars will therefore no longer use Bridge and Priory corners, but it is hoped that the changes will increase overtaking opportunities. "Some will miss not seeing modern day F1 cars accelerating through Bridge, but we have to move with the times and continue looking at ways to improve the overall experience," Phillips said. "The new layout will bring an extra dimension to Silverstone, a new challenge for the drivers, and will enable fans to get closer to the action. "We have a very exciting year ahead of us, with F1, MotoGP and World Superbikes all coming to Silverstone, and I can't wait to see how the drivers and riders tackle the new circuit." The revisions add 760 metres in length to Silverstone's GP track, and are expected to increase F1 lap times by four seconds. Work on the Arena circuit is already well advanced. Its first race date is set to be the GT1 World Championship round on 1-2 May. Silverstone is also pushing ahead with plans to create a new pit and paddock complex between Club and Abbey, which it expects to bring into use in 2011. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald Emblem Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 So, the new teams getting a 3 race reprieve to prepare the team, what do we think? They understandably need the time and all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 Haven't they confirmed that no teams can miss any races? They've had long enough to get it sorted, if Lotus can manage it being the last confirmed team then there's no excuse for the others. Get a car out or give up the slot to someone who can I say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_Link Posted February 17, 2010 Author Share Posted February 17, 2010 Yeah I don't understand this, I read a few weeks a go that the new teams would be able to miss 3 races (should they need to) accross the season, then I read the other week that any team missing a race would be in breach of the rules!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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