Formula One News — February 2012
FEBRUARY 6, 2012
Red Bull reveals RB8
World Champion Red Bull Racing has revealed its new 2012 RB8 chassis with which it hopes to defend Sebastian Vettel's title.
Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel Q&A
Two-time World Champion Sebastian Vettel commented on the launch of the all-new RB8 chassis.
Toro Rosso launches STR7
Scuderia Toro Rosso also launched their 2012 chassis at Jerez today, unveiling the STR7.
Red Bull designer Adrian Newey Q&A
Red Bull's chief technical officer Adrian Newey talks about designing the new RB8 chassis.
Red Bull driver Mark Webber Q&A
Australian Mark Webber on the launch of the new Red Bull chassis looks ahead to the new season.
Red Bull reserve driver Sebastien Buemi Q&A
Sebastien Buemi is Red Bull's new test and reserve driver, after racing for Red Bull's sister-team Toro Rosso.
Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner Q&A
Red Bull team principal gave his thoughts on the new season at the launch of the new RB8 chassis.
Jacky Eeckelaert departs HRT
Hispania F1 team technical director Jacky Eeckeleart has left the Spanish team - his role being taken by Jean-Claude Marens.
Sauber launches C31 at Jerez
The Sauber-Ferrari C31 was unveiled today in Jerez, Spain.
FEBRUARY 5, 2012
Lotus launches E20
Today Lotus revealed their 2012 F1 chassis, the E20, at there Enstone factory.
Lotus driver Kimi Raikkonen Q&A
After retiring in 2009, former World Champion Kimi Raikkonen returns to F1 joining the Lotus team.
Lotus driver Romain Grosjean Q&A
Romain Grosjean makes his return to F1 with Lotus this season, after running with Renault in 2009.
Lotus reserve driver: Jerome D'Ambrosio Q&A
26-year-old Jerome D'Ambrosio joined Lotus as the the team's third driver for 2012, after racing for Virgin Racing last season.
FEBRUARY 3, 2012
Alonso: 'I hope that it is fast'
Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso is looking forward to the new year hoping for a stronger season than his single win for Ferrari in 2011.
Massa thinks new Ferrari looks 'really aggressive'
Ferrari driver Felipe Massa was upbeat at the launch of the new Ferrari F2012.
Domenicalli: 'it is all down to how it performs'
Ferrari Team Principal Stefano Domenicalli commented on the release on the new Ferrari F2012 chassis in Maranello today.
Sauber Technical Director departs
James Key, Sauber's Technical director, has left the Swiss F1 team.
Ferrai extends Santander sponsorship through 2017
Ferrari announced today that they have extended their sponsorship agreement with the Spanish Santander Bank through the 2017 season.
Wraps come off new Ferrari
Ferrari has unveiled its 2012 F1 challenger via the internet after cancelling its planned launch due to snow in Italy.
Force India aims for top five finish
Force India has unveiled its new VJM05 chassis at Silverstone ahead of the first test of the new F1 season in Jerez, Spain, next week.
Karthikeyan completes F1 grid at HRT
Narain Karthikeyan has secured the last seat on the 2012 F1 grid and will partner Pedro de la Rosa at HRT.
Force India driver Nico Hulkenberg Q&A
Newly promoted Force India driver Nico Hulkenberg offers his thoughts at the new car launch.
Force India driver Paul di Resta Q&A
Force India drier Paul di Resta gave his thoughts at the launch of the team's 2012 challenger.
Force India reserve driver Jules Bianchi Q&A
Force India's new reserve driver Jules Bianchi answered questions about 2012.
Force India's Andrew Green Q&A
Force India's Technical Director Andrew Green answered questions about the new season.