The Stig Posted 28 November 2008 Posted 28 November 2008 F1 has officially started working for 2009, 2008 in F1 terms is officially over so I thought I'd kick off a new thread. Starting with Scottish news, we may have a replacement for David Coulthard. Link. Always nice to see the possibility of a new Brit. Also James Allen news. He won't be commentating next year but it appears he will continue to write for ITV F1. He's en excellent journalist and his blog style website is worth a look too. http://www.jamesallenonf1.com/
billabob Posted 4 December 2008 Posted 4 December 2008 Honda set to reveal F1 exit plans By Jonathan Noble Thursday, December 4th 2008, 20:47 GMT Formula One is bracing itself for an announcement by the Honda Racing team on Friday morning that could pave the way for one of grand prix racing's biggest names to exit the sport. Amid the worldwide financial downturn and the impact that has had on Honda's car sales, it is understood that the Brackley-based team's future is now in serious doubt. Insiders have told autosport.com that the team's senior staff were called for a meeting at the factory on Thursday afternoon and informed that Honda in Japan were no longer willing to bankroll the outfit. It is suggested that the team will be put up for sale - and if no buyer is found by March then the manufacturer will simply pull the plug and withdraw from the sport. Amid the current financial climate, it is unclear where Honda Racing would hope to find a buyer willing to support a Formula One team - with budgets already in excess of £100 million per year. There are suggestions, however, that Honda may be willing to offload the team free of charge to anyone willing to support it - and they could even continue to supply engines for a period of time until another technical partner is found. However, sources have suggested that team principal Ross Brawn is already eyeing a tie-up with Ferrari for power-units should a buyer be found - with the Italian manufacturer having spare capacity now after ending their deal with Force India. It is understood that Brawn and F1 CEO Nick Fry are scheduled to fly to meetings in Tokyo on Monday to discuss the future of the team with Japanese bosses - and especially define what happens if no buyer is found. Honda Racing remained silent about the speculation on Thursday evening, with neither press officers nor senior team personnel available for comment. It is understood the staff informed of the decision were told not to discuss the matter prior to an official announcement being made. It is expected Honda will issue a press release early on Friday morning revealing their plans. It comes after a challenging year for the team, which had begun a rebuilding process under the leadership of Brawn. Any pullout by Honda Racing will send shockwaves through F1, and cast question marks over the future of other manufacturers' longterm participation. It would also come several months after FIA president Max Mosley warned that the sport was unsustainable at the moment because of the high costs needed to compete. It would also mean the grid being reduced to just 18 cars, and would leave drivers Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello without seats." OMG! This is a bit of a shock to the system i must say, i'v not been to work yet today to find out how many applicants we have for positions, i might not continue the stare fights with Honda workers now at the local Tesco.....
Wycombe Fox Posted 5 December 2008 Posted 5 December 2008 Honda's withdrawal confirmed http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/motorsport...one/7766092.stm
lildave3 Posted 5 December 2008 Posted 5 December 2008 Now that is a shame Hope Button manages to find himself a drive still...
dandannieldanok Posted 5 December 2008 Posted 5 December 2008 In a way it's their own fault for not building a competitive car. Feel sorry for Button, he's been loyal to them with not much reward.
Wycombe Fox Posted 5 December 2008 Posted 5 December 2008 In a way it's their own fault for not building a competitive car. Feel sorry for Button, he's been loyal to them with not much reward. ...apart from lots of assets and cash in the bank.
GLC Posted 5 December 2008 Posted 5 December 2008 shame about honda and button, but bring on next year!
isaidno Posted 5 December 2008 Posted 5 December 2008 Big suprise this. I bet Honda are now regretting not having sponsors on their cars for the last 2 seasons.
The Stig Posted 5 December 2008 Author Posted 5 December 2008 Shocking. Expect more to follow. Hard times for the sport. Good luck in finding drives Jenson and Rubens.
Floating Fox Posted 6 December 2008 Posted 6 December 2008 Big suprise this. I bet Honda are now regretting not having sponsors on their cars for the last 2 seasons. Always found that funny. Advertising being green etc, yet their running an F1 team (Well not any more)! Which pollutes a fair wedge I'd say! They'd have been better off with a sponsor f'sure.
The Stig Posted 6 December 2008 Author Posted 6 December 2008 Always found that funny. Advertising being green etc, yet their running an F1 team (Well not any more)! Which pollutes a fair wedge I'd say!They'd have been better off with a sponsor f'sure. I always said if they were that bothered about the environment they wouldn't run in F1. Publicity stunt gone wrong if ever I heard one. I shall wear my Honda shirt in memory.
isaidno Posted 9 December 2008 Posted 9 December 2008 I volunteered to marshal the Australian Gp back in August, hadn't heard anything back. I got an e-mail today to say i've been accepted to marshall . Melbourne here I come
JakeShingler Posted 9 December 2008 Posted 9 December 2008 I volunteered to marshal the Australian Gp back in August, hadn't heard anything back. I got an e-mail today to say i've been accepted to marshall . Melbourne here I come Have fun mate
The Stig Posted 9 December 2008 Author Posted 9 December 2008 I volunteered to marshal the Australian Gp back in August, hadn't heard anything back. I got an e-mail today to say i've been accepted to marshall . Melbourne here I come Lucky lucky you! Have fun, we expect a postcard. While we're on the subject of Melbourne the BBC will be doing a Grand Prix night. Starting straight after Match of the Day there'll be GP themed programmes all night right up until coverage starts for the race. This has not been confirmed yet but this guy who posts on Digital Spy who works for BBC Sport confirmed it. Cannot wait for that.
isaidno Posted 10 December 2008 Posted 10 December 2008 Toyota are letting me have the time off work so I just need to book some flights and accomodation.
Fox You Forest Posted 10 December 2008 Posted 10 December 2008 Toyota are letting me have the time off work so I just need to book some flights and accomodation. How big is your suitcase. Have fun.
The Stig Posted 10 December 2008 Author Posted 10 December 2008 ..link!?!? I said it has not been confirmed.
Brainy Posted 10 December 2008 Posted 10 December 2008 Lucky lucky you! Have fun, we expect a postcard. While we're on the subject of Melbourne the BBC will be doing a Grand Prix night. Starting straight after Match of the Day there'll be GP themed programmes all night right up until coverage starts for the race. This has not been confirmed yet but this guy who posts on Digital Spy who works for BBC Sport confirmed it. Cannot wait for that. I was hoping for the link to the post from the guy on digitalspy..........
The Stig Posted 10 December 2008 Author Posted 10 December 2008 I was hoping for the link to the post from the guy on digitalspy.......... Oh right, I'll find it at some point.
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