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Who are the F1 Governing Bodies?

May 21, 2012 9:16 am - Formula 1, MSR Team and Formula 1

F1 is sanctioned by the FIA (Federation Internationale de l’Automobile). There are many other ‘bodies’ involved in the running of and politics that surround F1. The FIA makes the rules. FOA (Formula One Administration). This is managed by FOM (Formula [...]
A few interesting things that you may not know about F1…

May 15, 2012 9:14 am - Formula 1, MSR Team and Formula 1

During a safety car period cars which have been lapped are allowed to unlap themselves. All cars must be fitted with at least 5 camera housings. All cars must be fitted with two timing transponders. If a driver has moved [...]
We know the Drivers but who else is involved in F1?

May 9, 2012 9:12 am - Formula 1, MSR Team and Formula 1

Drivers – the stars of the show! All drivers must hold FIA Super Licences. Race Director – (currently Charlie Whiting) the man in charge of all sessions nominated by the FIA. Race starter – the permanent race starter nominated by [...]
KERS and Penalties explained…

May 3, 2012 9:10 am - Formula 1, MSR Team and Formula 1

KERS Use of this is restricted. It is approximately the case that for each lap a car (with an operational KERS system) can get an extra 80bhp for about 6.5 seconds per lap. The driver has a boost button on [...]
Red Flag, Blue Flag, Black Flag… More than just a Chequered Flag!

April 26, 2012 9:09 am - Formula 1, MSR Team and Formula 1

Different coloured warning Flags are waived by Marshalls to give important messages to drivers as they race. There is also a display in the cockpit of the car which lights up representing the relevant flag as the driver enters/ passes [...]