Definition and Function of HALO
The HALO (Head Protection Area) is a curved titanium bar placed around the driver's cockpit to protect their head in the event of debris impacts and crashes in Formula 1 racing. The upgrade to driver's safety has…
Both teams were very close on the race pace during the Australian Grand Prix. Those, who will bring better upgrades for the Japanese Grand Prix, may have the tipping point over their competitors for the next 2 weekends. With the recent improvements…
The Significance of Representation in Motorsports
Like many professional sports, Formula 1 has historically lacked substantial representation from minority racial, ethnic, and religious groups. As one of the most popular motorsports in the world, Formula 1 serves as an elite platform that…
Introduction to Formula 1 Aerodynamics
Aerodynamics plays a critical role in the performance of Formula 1 cars. The general philosophy behind F1 car design is to maximize downforce while minimizing drag. Downforce pushes the car into the track, allowing it to corner…
The Hungaroring circuit, located just outside Budapest, Hungary, has hosted the Hungarian Grand Prix since 1986. Over the last 30+ years, this tight and twisty track has produced some of Formula One's most dramatic and memorable moments.
The Beginning: Hungary Gets Its…
What is a Front Wing?
The front wing is an aerodynamic device located on the front of an F1 car. As the first bodywork to interact with oncoming air, the front wing plays a crucial role in managing airflow around the entire…
Jochen Rindt entered the history books as Formula One's only posthumous World Champion in 1970. His tragic death during practice for the Italian Grand Prix that year occurred when he held an unassailable lead in the championship standings. The term "posthumous" refers…
The 1982 San Marino Grand Prix Boycott
The 1982 San Marino Grand Prix controversy started when Formula One season started off in Brasil. After Nelson Piquet and Keke Rosberg were disqualified from the Brazilian Grand Prix for running their cars underweight, the…
Sauber's F1 history in Formula 1 began in the 1970s when Peter Sauber, a Swiss motorsport enthusiast, started entering sports car races. After achieving success in lower formulas, Sauber set his sights on the pinnacle of motorsport - Formula One. The early…
Gilles Villeneuve is one of the most beloved and unforgettable legends in the history of Formula 1. Despite a short career spanning only five seasons from 1977 to his death in 1982, Villeneuve made an indelible impact on the sport with his…