The 17th race in the 2011 Formula 1 Championship will be held at the brand-new Buddh International Circuit: the first Indian GP. Let’s discover together with Neil Martin, in charge for Racing Strategies Management and Development, and Gabriele Delli Colli, in charge for the F1 Simulator Facilities, how the Scuderia gets ready for this unique challenge on a completely new track. Furthermore test driver Jules Bianchi with a very particular task: assembling a Formula 1 single-seater.
The NM exclusive edition of the 2012 Ferrari FF jumps from 0 to 60 in less than 3.7 seconds and reaches top speeds of over 200 MPH. The top-of-the-line model features 651-horsepower and a V12 engine, a proprietary, lightweight 4WD system (4RMâ„¢), as well as a 7-speed, dual-clutch transmission for seamless automatic shifting. Each car is identified by a numbered interior plaque and unique exterior color, “Grigio Caldo.” The interior features soft-touch, semi-aniline leather with a matching custom luggage set
Right before the start of the race weekend of the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, Fernando Alonso wanted to try the new 458 Spider, which will be presented at the IAA Frankfurt next Tuesday. The Scuderia Ferrari driver enjoyed the potential of the 8-cylinder mid-rear engine from the Prancing Horse – with hard top and fitted with the same most advanced technological content as the multi-awarded 458 Italia and now available in an “en plein air” version – on the roads around Maranello
After the summer-break the season’s second part starts in Spa-Francorchamps where on the upcoming weekend this Championship’s 12th race is held. In an interview with Ferrari.com Stefano Domenicali talks about the race and the rest of the season, Luca Marmorini about the engine and the electronics for the Belgian GP. Another double interview with Andrea Stella and Rob Smedley, Alonso’s and Massa/s race engineers.
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