Formula One racing is among the most popular motor sports in the world. What sets Formula One racing above all others is Formula One's strict rules. Most regulations pertain to the construction of the racecar and failure to follow the rules will result in elimination. Construction of a Formula One racing vehicle must allow for the fastest possible speed and the best handling capability combined with effective safety features. Today's Formula One cars push these to the limit.
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Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelDangers in F1 racing
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelThere are inherent dangers in F1 racing that are worsened by the sport itself. It's obvious that speeding around a track over 100 mph is dangerous, but the design of the car and expectations of wealthy team owners can be just as dangerous. Being a cautious driver in F1 racing isn't as important as being a winning driver. Since safety isn't always the number one priority, the dangers in F1 racing might be ignored. The FIA, Formula One racing's official safety organization, have therefore, imposed...
All About Formula One Racing Event Weekends
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelThe Formula One racing World Championship season is held annually from early spring through fall. Races are held at locations around the world but each race weekend follows the same pattern.
All About Formula One Racing Drivers
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelDuring the early days of Formula One racing it was not unusual for drivers to be over forty years old. As the demands of the sport have changed so have the drivers. Today's Formula One racing drivers are younger. They also are more physically fit than drivers in the past. Training begins at a young age and the career of a Formula One racing driver is usually over by his mid-30s.
Formula One Racing Grand Prix Circuits
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelFormula One racing evolved from early European Grand Prix racing. These early races here held on public streets and some of the current Grand Prix races continue to be held on them. Due to safety concerns associated with street racing, most Formula One racing events are held on circuits designed to meet the specific high performance demands of Formula One racecars.
All About Flags Used in Formula One Racing
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelSpectators at Formula One racing events notice race marshals using flags to send messages to the drivers. The marshals, positioned around the track, each have ten different flags. Today the flags serve an information source for spectators. Modern Formula One racing speeds make it difficult for drivers to be aware of the flags and react in a timely manner. Technological innovations now allow each Formula One racing cockpit to be equipped with a GPS marshalling system that displays the flag co...
Why You Should Watch a Drifting Event
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelFormula D Racing, have you ever heard of it before? Although Formula D Racing is beginning to increase in popularity in the United States, it is still relatively unheard of. If you have never heard of Formula D Racing, also known as Formula Drifting, until now, you are encouraged to watch an event. There is a good chance that you will like what you see. In fact, there is a good chance that you may also become a lifelong fan of the sport.
What is Formula D Racing?
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelAre you a sports fan? What about a fan of racing? If so, there is a good chance that you have heard of Formula D Racing before. However, there are many individuals, even race fans, who have never heard of Formula D before, let alone even know what it is. Whether you have no idea what Formula D is or if you would like more information on the sport, you are in for a surprise. Despite what you may think, especially since Formula D is not as popular as other sports, it is a fun, exciting, and act...
Want to Drift: Drifting Courses Designed for Beginners
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelHave you ever want to drift? Drifting skyrocketed into popularity with the development of Formula Drift, Inc. Formula Drift, Inc. is the company behind professional Formula Drifting. Since drifting events started being held professionally, on a national level, a large number of individuals have become interested in the sport. Are you one of those individuals? If so, it is possible that you may be interested in participating in the sport. If this is the case, do you know where to get started?...
The Popularity of Formula D Racing
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelWhen it comes to racing or sports that are centered on cars, there are a number of different sports that automatically come to mind. One of those sports is NASCAR. Although NASCAR could easily be considered one of the most popular sports, in the United States, there is another sport that is rapidly increasing in popularity. That sport is known as Formula D Racing or Formula Drifting.
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Popular Formula D Driver Sponsors
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelWhen it comes to Formula D and sponsors, there is quite a bit of focus that is placed on the sport, as a whole. There are a large number of companies that sponsor Formula D events, as a whole. However, there are also companies that sponsor individual drivers. In fact, almost all Formula D drivers have at least one sponsor, many have more than one. As Formula Drifting increases in popularity, so do the number of fans that tune into programming or show up for events. For that reason, you will fi...
All About Formula One Racing Drivers
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Elmo KandelDuring the early days of Formula One racing it was not unusual for drivers to be over forty years old. As the demands of the sport have changed so have the drivers. Today's Formula One racing drivers are younger. They also are more physically fit than drivers in the past. Training begins at a young age and the career of a Formula One racing driver is usually over by his mid-30s.
