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Formula One
Formula one is generally referred to or abbreviated as F1; this is the highest level of FIA-sanctioned bodies in opened wheel racing. FIA stands for Federationale de l' Automobile.
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When did Formula 1 racing begin?
The 1950 Formula One season included the inaugural FIA Formula One World Championship season, which commenced on May 13, 1950, and ended on September 3 after 7 races. The championship consisted of six Formula One races in Europe plus the Indianapolis 500, which was run to AAA/USAC regulations. Numerous other Formula One races, which did not count towards the Championship, were also held during the year. The inaugural World Championship, to a formula which specified engine capacity of 1.5 litres supercharged or 4.5 litres unsupercharged, saw Alfa Romeo dominate with their supercharged 158, a well-developed pre-war design, which won all six European Grands Prix. Alfa drivers consequently dominated the championship with Farina edging out Fangio by virtue of his fourth place in Belgium. Although the Indianapolis 500, which ran to different regulations, was included in the championship series until 1960, it attracted very little European participation and, conversely, very few American Indianapolis drivers entered any grand prix. Championship points were given to top 5 finishers (8, 6, 4, 3, 2). 1 point was given for the fastest lap. Only the best four of seven scores counted towards the World Championship. Points for shared drives were divided equally between the drivers, regardless of how many laps each driver drove.
Who is the tallest race car driver?
There's no official maximum... but you have to fit in the car and your feet must not protrude beyond the front wheel centre line. In recent years, changes to regulations have, as a side effect, accommodated taller, heavier drivers Alex Wurz, recently retired, is 6 feet 1 inch (186cm) whilst Justin Wilson, now racing Indycar, but previously in F1, is 6 feet 3 inches. Nevertheless, drivers of much shorter stature are still the norm.
What does drs in formula 1 racing mean?
DRS (F1) is a Drag Reduction System. It works by opening the rear wing on certain straights to reduce drag on the wing.
Which country was the first to host F1 night race?
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What is the required distance covered by a Formula One race?
The races are usually set up in such a way that it would take approximately 2 hours to finish a race. Based on the track length and lap time, the number of laps are decided. Shorter circuits have more laps while longer circuits have lesser laps.
How do drivers in formula one cars brake?
Formula one cars have a brake pedal, just like any other car. But the brake system as a whole is more powerful and a lot more finicky than what you'd find in a regular car, allowing a skilled driver to brake harder and later if needed.
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The endless stream of discussion in magazines, on websites and between fans about deadly dull Grand's Prix, and just what it is we are supposed find exciting, was brought sharply into focus for me by watching a video of the 2003t World Superbike round at Silverstone.
Now I realise this event was over a week ago and so hardly burning hot news, but forgive me if I use it to compare what now constitutes motor sport as televised entertainment. What was offered up at Silverstone, was absolutely brilliant. It was wonderfully entertaining, it was superb sport and there wasn't a pit stop, a strategy or a quirky qualifying procedure in sight - nor any dubious weather. In short it had everything that we would want to see in Formula One, but never do, and it produced such a spectacle without any of the fudging and faking we have been getting increasingly subjected to over the past decade. It was the real thing. One wonders if Formula one is capable of the real thing any longer? Or is it just faking it? * http://www.simonlewis.com/motorsport/f1-fake.htm Yes its all fake
Can a woman become a formula one driver?
On June 19, 1949, Sara Christian became the first woman to compete in a Nascar event. The series was then known as "Strictly Stock". On July 10, 1949, Louise Smith and Ethel Mobley became the second and third women to compete. Janet Guthrie was the first woman to compete in a Winston Cup Series event.
How fast does a Indy 500 car go in a race?
It changes year to year based on heat, humidity and number of caution laps during the race. Last years speed average was 143.567 mph. The fastest speed average was in 1990 when Arie Luyendyk won the race with a 185.981 average.
Who won the most F1 world Championships in the 20th Century?
Michael has won the drivers world championship in formula one 7 times in his illustrious career. His first 2 titles were in 1994 and 1995 when he was part of the Benetton racing team. Later he joined Ferrari and had a dream run where he won 5 back to back championships from 2000 to 2004. Those 5 years were entirely dominated by Michael and the Ferrari team.
What gcse's do i need to be a racing driver?
You need 5 art GCSE'S, 2 religious education GCSE'S, 9 maths English or science GCSE'S and 20 PE GCSE'S
How many laps has Sebastian vettel done?
In all of his career Sebastian Vettel has driven over 7000 laps approx including recorded Practice and Qualifying Laps.
How many cars are there allowed on the starting grid at a F1 grand prix?
Each team is allowed to field two race cars per race. Every year the formula one administration decides the number of teams that are allowed to compete every season. So, based on the number of teams, the number of cars differs. For ex: in the 2013 season, there are a total of 11 teams which means 22 cars will be allowed to be at the starting grid of each f1 grand prix this year.
Why do Formula 1 racing car drivers get weighed after each race?
As per the FIA regulations, every F1 car must have a certain minimum/maximum weight and this weight is inclusive of the drivers weight. In case of drivers who are tall and well built, the teams may have to adjust the cars features to make sure that the net weight of the car does not exceed the prescribed limits. Hence it is very important to weigh the F1 drivers.
When did Ferrari start racing in formula one?
Ferrari began racing in Formula 1 in 1950, the inaugural season.
Why is the Singapore formula one race at night?
The F1 Singapore Grand Prix is held in the evening because to satisfy the European audience ,which is a big territory for F1 (so the race would be broadcasted live in the afternoon through out Europe) and also Bernie Ecclestone wants to experiment with evening races with the potential to add more evening races in the future, Australian GP for an example.
How many horse power have a formula one race car?
From 2014 onwards, a Formula One car's power is provided by a 1.6-litre turbocharged V6 engine which produces around 600bhp, though this represents just one component of an F1 car's power unit. An additional 160bhp or so comes from an advanced Energy Recovery System (ERS) which utilises two clever motor generator units (MGU) that convert mechanical and heat energy to electrical energy and vice versa.
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