Thoughts On the Day with McLaren

Ever since I let slip that I was off to Vodafone HQ on Friday for the McLaren launch, I’ve been pestered by people to write a blog post on what I thought of the day. The kind folk at SidePodcast have been the worst! I’m not sure where to begin really, so I’ll type my thoughts out as they come to me and we’ll see where we end up. First up, it would be wrong of me to not thank... [Read more]

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‘Launch Season’ Continues Ahead of First Test

Formula One rarely stands still, two teams launched their 2010 cars last week and the 3rd – Mercedes opted for a livery only presentation on Monday. Tomorrow sees Renault and Sauber launch their respective vehicles ahead of the first group test in Valencia on Monday. It’s an over used cliche, but both teams will be hoping for better fortunes this year. 2009 didn’t pan out as planner... [Read more]

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Vodafone McLaren-Mercedes Launch Photos

Here are a few Hi-Res photos from the McLaren launch today. You’re welcome to use as wallpapers if you choose to do so. I can supply copies for wider use should you want any pictures, please contact me editor@f1tailpipe.com if you want any. Adie #gallery-1 { margin: auto; } #gallery-1 .gallery-item { float: left; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center; width:... [Read more]

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McLaren Launch the MP4-25

Vodafone McLaren-Mercedes today launched the 2010 car, known as the MP4-25 at a packed Vodafone HQ in Newbury. The sky was overcast, and the weather a bit drizzly but the atmosphere within the presentation pavilion was anything but grey, as a boyant McLaren team unveiled the car they hope to return them to the front of the pack. The team had very kindly invited me to attend the launch of the car,... [Read more]

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Ferrari Unveils The F10

Ferrari became the first team to unveil their 2010 car ‘proper’ after Mercedes opted for a livery-only launch on Monday. The car – designated the F10 is certainly striking. The rear isn’t as big as I expected with the introduction of larger fuel tanks to take into account the ban on refuelling this season. However, the more obvious point of note is the Red-Bullesque nose.... [Read more]

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F1TailPipe At The McLaren Launch on Friday

Good evening all. Not your typical post this one, as I’m after a bit of help from you lovely lot. I’m going to the the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes launch of the MP4-25 on Friday at the Vodafone HQ in Newbury. Quite simply I’m stunned, and looking forward to it like a kid looks forward to Christmas. The timetable for the day is as follows: 11:00 Unveiling of the Vodafone McLaren... [Read more]

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Silverstone Changes Nearing Approval

The Silverstone track is edging closer to the usage of their new ‘Arena Circuit’ in time for the 2010 race. Speaking to Autosport earlier today Richard Phillips, managing director of the circuit said that 3 parties needed to give their approval for the usage of the new track. “We need approval from three sides. So far two have said yes and one [Ecclestone] says maybe, so we’ll... [Read more]

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Mercedes GP Petronas Launched in Stuttgart

Image - (c) Mercedes GP Today, the new Silver Arrows Formula One works team MERCEDES GP PETRONAS was presented at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart. Nico Rosberg and seven-time Formula One World Champion Michael Schumacher along with team management Ross Brawn, Nick Fry and Norbert Haug were introduced to guests with a presentation and press conference. Over 600 guests, including 200 media representatives... [Read more]

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Alonso – No Quick Route to Success at Ferrari

Fernando Alonso has warned the Tifosi – Don’t expect immediate Champioship success on the back of my arrival. Okay, I paraphrased his message slightly there. But the message is the same. Speaking in an interview with Spanish radio station Onda Cero Ferrari’s new driver said: “It’s not that easy. Michael Schumacher himself needed five years to win after joining Ferrari,”... [Read more]

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2010 Preparations Continue as Car Launch and Testing Schedules Take Shape

The run up to the start of the 2010 season hots up over the next few weeks as the teams put the finishing touches to their cars ahead of the start of pre-season testing. With in-season testing banned, and the only way to run your car between races limited to straight line evaluations getting the maximum out of your on-circuit time in critical. Testing begins on the 1st February in Valencia, however,... [Read more]

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Button Tops Castrol Rankings

What the hell am I going on about?! Yeah, it’s a fair question to be honest with you. This little ditty popped up in my inbox today, and to say I was a little perplexed would be an understatement. So, here goes: David Coulthard today launched the new system, at the annual Autosport International Show at the NEC in Birmingham. Essentially these are rankings mapped out across 2000 drivers... [Read more]

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McLaren Complete Crew Reshuffle

McLaren have completed a reshuffle of their trackside engineering crews in a bid to give both Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton an equal chance to shine in 2010. Hamilton’s engineer from the last 3 seasons Phil Prue has been promoted to position of ‘Principal Engineer’ and will oversee the two separate engineering teams built around both race drivers. Additionally Prue will ensure... [Read more]

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