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One rule for them...
You’d almost think Max Mosley wants to drive the manufacturer teams out of Formula 1, wouldn’t you? They’re arrogant, selfish,…
July 2009
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The FIA’s view on costs
Max Mosley: “We must get the costs down quickly, before we lose a lot of teams, before the big manufacturers…
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The teams’ view on costs
John Howett (Toyota): “We have saved huge costs through FOTA’s activities. We’ve saved 35-40 per cent already, and I believe…
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£40m budget cap splits F1
Plans for a ‘two-tier’ rules system in Grand Prix racing from next season have been shelved – but only if…
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In brief, July 2009
BMW has delayed the introduction of its revised aero package – including a double diffuser – until the Turkish GP…
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Troubled Donington is handed Grand Prix lifeline
Donington Park’s plans to host the British Grand Prix have been given a double fillip. F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone announced…
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Ecclestone gives backing to new F1 'documentary'
Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone has revealed to Motor Sport that he is in talks with a movie studio about…
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US GP team on schedule
US F1 team leading light Ken Anderson insists that his project is on schedule, and that it is not being…
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Nigel Roebuck
Reflections – Ferrari’s starring role in FIA/FOTA rules row – Did Jean Todt help to keep Mosley in power? –…
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Le Mans preview
Petrol teams seek priority Top petrol prototype teams were still lobbying for rule changes to bring them closer to the…
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Portugal gets first RoC regional final
Portugal is to stage the first Race of Champions Regional Final at the home of FC Porto. With an increasing…
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FIA unveils 'world engine' plan
A proposal for a ‘world engine’ to be used across a range of categories has been put forward by the…
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In brief, July 2009
Russia will host a round of the WTCC in 2010. An agreement is in place between the Russian motor sport…
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New charity race launched
A new racing event called ‘The Circuit’ has been launched in aid of the NSPCC’s Child’s Voice Appeal by Pink…
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Stars join Aston attack
Former grand prix drivers Jos Verstappen and Anthony Davidson will drive for Aston Martin Racing in this year’s Le Mans…
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BRDC Gold Star
Points as at May 13, 2009. 1. Adam Carroll A1GP 174pts After a stellar performance in the last round of…
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BRDC Silver Star
Points as at May 13, 2009. 1. Matt Neal BTCC 75pts 2. Colin Turkington BTCC 69pts After two weekends and…
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Electric bike wins favour
A new electric bike has been built to prove alternative power can still offer two-wheeled speed and enjoyment. The TTX01,…
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Obituaries
Tony Marsh Few drivers have succeeded in as many avenues of motor sport as Tony Marsh, who has died aged…
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Taking stock after F1
Steve Hallam spent a total of 27 years in Formula 1 – 10 years with Lotus and 17 with McLaren.…
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