The Abu Dhabi angle
Mark has been responsible for setting up and operating several of the newer race tracks in the emerging markets. Previously Operations Director in Bahrain, Abu Dhabi and VP – Operations in India, Mark Hughes set up his own company, Mrk1…
Italian Grand Prix*: the asterisk we missed
The issue of a renewed agreement between FOM and ACI (Automobile Club d’Italia) for the Italian GP at Monza was grabbing a lot of attention recently. A few factors are relevant here, let’s take a glance. It was long-awaited news, both…
Circuit Preview 2016 – Mexico
The Mexico race track is nearly at 2,300 meters altitude. Simon Cole – Cief Engineer Trackside: “25% of the air is missing when you go there. So engineering is really difficult.“ Apart from that the track is the second highest…
F1 Track Preview with N.Hülkenberg – GP of Mexico
Fast F1 Fiesta – One Mexico-Lap with Nico Hülkenberg The Force India driver is looking forward to the Latin American F1 party: “We’re at 2000 metres over sea level. That means slow downforce, the car is always very light on…
Startup to Formula 1 partner in 130 days
The eagle-eyed among you will notice a new partner adorning the rear wing endplate of the Manor Racing team this weekend. In the latest of the teams Fast Companies Series, non-profit rideshare company Ride Austin will be supporting the team. Joe…
F1 Track Preview with N.Hülkenberg – GP of USA
Hülkenberg’s US Preview: An amazing F1 flow “Fantastic design, great corner combinations, a lot of fun” – Nico Hülkenberg is ready for the US Grand Prix. After announcing his swith to the Renault F1 team, the German racer is focused…
The pit lane walk
By Lyn Leong | Pit lane walk – a term that many race-goers, fans, staff are all too familiar with. To many, it is just a walk down the pit lane to get “up close and personal” with their favourite…
Monza Q&A: David Coulthard
After spending the day with the Sauber F1 team I’m collecting up my things and heading towards the paddock exit when I receive a message from a friend working on the Heineken F1 launch: “Hi Jon, are you still at…
Circuit of arts
This September, as Singapore gears up for the Formula 1 race, Singapore Arts Circuit, a new player on the busy social calendar is looking to repurpose the fast cars and high-stakes glamour for a cause that combines motorsport and art.…
Making sure your guests enjoy the Monaco GP
Shane Heminway is the Founder/CEO of Monaco Star Events and US Star Events, based in between Monaco and Austin for almost 30 years, providing Formula 1 race viewing, packages and experiences with unparalleled local knowledge, customer service and attention to…
Head of Baku circuit: “Educating people about F1 is one of our most important aims”
Executive Director of Baku City Circuit, Mr Arif Rahimov sits down with the Paddock magazine to give us a taster of what this Grand Prix in Azerbaijan’s capital really means to the Formula 1 calendar. Last time we’ve talked you…
F1 track preview with Nico Hülkenberg – GP of Canada
F1 track preview with Nico Hülkenberg – GP of Canada. Welcome to the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal. Key parts, ideal line and set-up demands – Force India driver Nico Hülkenberg on a virtual lap of the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.…