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The father of Jules Bianchi, Phillippe claims his son’s fellow F1 drivers don’t want speak up about that ill fated incident in Suzuka 2014 because they’re scared to do so. “One driver [sat] with me, with a camera will say nothing because I think all of the people are afraid to say something,” Bianchi told … Read more
Words and thoughts from an oddball Now that the glitz and glamour have arrived at Monaco we should remember that another story broke this weekend. The family of Jules Bianchi has now started legal action against the FIA, Formula One Management and the now defunct Marussia team over his death following his crash in the … Read more
Philippe Bianchi seeks better HANS than HALO… “I think it is [HALO] a step forward in terms of safety. It is obvious that the system is effective probably in an impacting tire. In cases of small debris like Felipe Massa (2009 in Hungary) or Justin Wilson (IndyCar driver), it would, however, nothing changed. It is … Read more
Could the halo cockpit increase the risk to drivers in Bianchi-style accidents? TJ13 F1 contributor Landroni explores…
It has been a crazy couple of days in Formula 1, lets do a quick recap of recent events: Pirelli and the WMSC have announced changes in the regulations regarding how drivers are allowed to use their tyres over a race weekend, in addition to adding a new ultra soft compound that has only had 2 … Read more
Brought to you by TheJudge13 contributor Dane Hansen It is with a very heavy heart that I must report the passing of a phenomenal talent, and an even greater human being, Jules Bianchi. With hands that feel like lead, it’s difficult to remain composed while writing this. Where do you begin? How do words make … Read more
The Manor F1 team this weekend are paying tribute to the crucial role Jules Bianchi played in the resurrection of their team – following them being ditched by their Russian owners’ just days after the inaugural event in Sochi. Red Wrist bands embossed with ‘MONACO 2014. P8. #JB17’ are being worn by the race team … Read more
Jules Bianchi’s family have been relatively quiet since the accident in Suzuka and the subsequent white wash FIA investigation, which implied Bianchi had some sort of contributory negligence for his accident. There have been maybe three or four public statements made by the family, but each time the content has been justifiably focused on how … Read more
A Daily Round up of Formula One news, inside whispers, opinion and comment. Today, OTD Lite 2005 – Toyota celebrate first F1 podium Going, going, gone Manor will be much better in Malaysia Manor boss claims Bianchi points crucial for their return Sauber announces sponsorship agreement with Singapore Airlines Horner wants a ‘Friday’ engine Ferrari … Read more
Another week and this week it’s all happening! In the Podcast Shed we have Anil (FormulaEDiary) talking Miami. Carlo is back from Italy and so is Spanners and they talk Rome. Matt is left to himself trying to get the guys talking petrol down under and also touches on the Bianchi family’s fight for justice. … Read more
