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[Nacho]

laguna seca is for sports cars. its too tight and narrow for F1. that goes for most tracks in the states i think. road america would be a good fit because its bigger but then i don't think its even close to having the facilities required.

when zonta did a lap at laguna seca in his toyota it took only 66 seconds. that's a really short lap.

RA doesn't even really have pit buildings. So adding facilities would be easy because there's nothing to demolish.

[chiuey]

They used to run F1 there. We have the (original) posters up at my old werk.

The problem with most US tracks I've been to is that the facilities are HIGHLY lacking for F1. And it'll take a LOT of money to get them up to snuff, which most tracks simply don't have.

It really makes me wonder what the requirements are in order to get a F1 race besides the millions you have to pay Bernie.

I think though, logistically, F1 is a much bigger show, and with The Glenn 2 hours away from the nearest City (Rochester or Syracuse) it is unlikely it will get the nod anytime soon, even if they can upgrade the track to be F1 spec ready.

What are the odds that they will build something in the meadowlands sports complex?

[Shi]

Emo's right. If Australia blows then that may be cause for alarm as it's generally a consistently entertaining race.

yeah but that was mostly thanks to the rain

[Shi]

laguna seca is for sports cars. its too tight and narrow for F1. that goes for most tracks in the states i think. road america would be a good fit because its bigger but then i don't think its even close to having the facilities required.

when zonta did a lap at laguna seca in his toyota it took only 66 seconds. that's a really short lap.

The old A1-Ring they used in Austria was also slightly over 1 minute

[chiuey]

The old A1-Ring they used in Austria was also slightly over 1 minute

That is a fun track!

[shallow777]

I was thinking meadowlands for a second too, but you can't really see Manhattan from the meadowlands, can you?

You can see the empire state bulding

[cASe SenSiTive]

they should just go back to indy, make some changes so its not completely boring shit in the middle

that first corner is awesome

Indy works for a US GP on so many levels, not the least of which is that it's the only US track that actually has F1 spec facilities.
It's also centrally located, and in a major market that has the capacity and experience to cater to a large event.

[DrDickAction]

It really makes me wonder what the requirements are in order to get a F1 race besides the millions you have to pay Bernie.

I think though, logistically, F1 is a much bigger show, and with The Glenn 2 hours away from the nearest City (Rochester or Syracuse) it is unlikely it will get the nod anytime soon, even if they can upgrade the track to be F1 spec ready.

What are the odds that they will build something in the meadowlands sports complex?

The odds of getting anything more than a tool shed built around NYC in less than 2 years are nil. It took me 4 months to get a 4000' office space wired with cat6. Mind you, the work only took about 6 hours, the rest of the time was bidding, permits, and scheduling.

[Dr. Jimmmah!]

Indy works for a US GP on so many levels, not the least of which is that it's the only US track that actually has F1 spec facilities.
It's also centrally located, and in a major market that has the capacity and experience to cater to a large event.

It works on every level except Bernie's pocketbook

[vietlol]

barbie still cooler than the shoe

[DrDickAction]

nico berg

[cASe SenSiTive]

It works on every level except Bernie's pocketbook

[Nacho]

Indy works for a US GP on so many levels, not the least of which is that it's the only US track that actually has F1 spec facilities.
It's also centrally located, and in a major market that has the capacity and experience to cater to a large event.

Also, Indy is kinda known for big-time US motorsports.

Bernie and Tony George will NEVER come to an agreement though, as they're both hardheaded assholes.

[Dr. Jimmmah!]

Also, Indy is kinda known for big-time US motorsports.

Bernie and Tony George will NEVER come to an agreement though, as they're both hardheaded assholes.

Good thing that Tony George is no longer CEO and on the BoD of IMS then, right?

[TimzSI]

Two important facts for today:

1. Tony George is outta the decision making loop regarding IRL/IMS.

2. Nico Rosberg gets gayer every year.

[Dr. Jimmmah!]

Absolute worst day for F1 news/announcements...

Michelin close to Formula 1 return

By Jonathan Noble Thursday, April 1st 2010, 12:24 GMT

Michelin is closing in on a deal to return to Formula 1 next year, AUTOSPORT has learned, but it may not be as a standard tyre supplier.

Although no final decision has been made, sources have revealed that the French tyre manufacturer is in advanced negotiations with the FIA about the terms of a return for the first time since it quit at the end of 2006.

It is believed that an announcement confirming Michelin's comeback could be made as soon as this month.

Current standard tyre supplier Bridgestone is leaving F1 at the end of this season, with the Japanese company's board deciding that it does not benefit enough to justify its investment in the sport.

Although a replacement standard tyre supplier would require the FIA to go through an official tender process, it is believed there is a chance the governing body will simply open up the entry criteria to allow any qualified manufacturer in - reigniting an F1 tyre war.

Should Michelin give the green light to return, then it could be against other tyre manufacturers such as Hankook and Kumho who have also been linked with a move into F1.

Michelin's last spell in F1 was from 2001 until 2006 – when it enjoyed world title success with Renault but also endured its fair share of controversy, including being forced to withdraw from the 2005 United States Grand Prix on safety grounds.

Michelin was not interested in becoming the sole tyre supplier when the tender process was opened for 2008 – believing it vital that the company faced competition if it was to invest in F1.

Earlier this month Michelin's managing partner Jean-Dominique Senard told the Bloomberg news agency that the French company was open to a move back to F1 if the sport could prove its environmental credentials.

"We might consider returning but there are some very clear conditions," he said.

http://www.autosport...rt.php/id/82586

[DrDickAction]

Why the Michelin hate? 2005?

[Dr. Jimmmah!]

Why the Michelin hate? 2005?

Indianapolis.


But apart from that I have nothing against Michelin, just that no news is trustworthy on 4/1

[_R_]

just that no news is trustworthy on 4/1

[doublemeat]

I was watching The Daily Show tonight and I couldn't help but notice how much French Prez Nicholas Sarkozy looks like my favorite Ferrari driver Jean Alesi.



And just so y'all aren't too bored with a post about a French political figure, here's a pictar of his omgsuperhot wife. She's freakin' 42!

[vietlol]

who swims with sunglasses?

[Dr. Jimmmah!]

1 day left in Rally Jordan and Raikkonen still hasn't binned it yet

[DrDickAction]

Jean Alesi has my perfect life. Race Formula 1, retire, then buy a vineyard in the Cote du Rhone replete with his your old F1 cars in a mini-museum, then make it out to a classic race here or there. Fucking baller.

[vietlol]

kinda like trulli except in italy

[DrDickAction]

kinda like trulli except in italy

except in a Ferrari and with better wine.