Germany served an extra large stein of racing for 2014, along with a side of drama. We discuss the deception of the modern World Championship points system, the continued intra-team rivalries, and begin the silly season with our own predictions. Wouldn’t you know it, the sound of Formula 1 came up too. Of course we dive into listener feedback, and predictions. Then Robin sings a song! Visit http://funwitchcars.com for blog posts, feedback, and more.
We record a show remotely, with Jim in England and Robin stateside at FwC world headquarters. Discussion of the mixed-up qualifying, thrilling racing, news, and more! With listener feedback, a clip of Formula E cars, and a special bonus song! Visit http://funwithcars.com.
In this show, Jim and Robin cover the topsy-turvy qualifying and racing that made for F1′s great return to Austria. Debate over teammate relative performances, what’s wrong with Red Bull, Williams on the rise, and more. Also we delve into Robin’s article about Michael Schumacher for Road & Track, listener feedback and predictions. Visit http://funwitchcars.com for blog posts, feedback, and more.
We talk about the Mercedes qualifying pace verses the other front runners, and the simmering team tension that continues between Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton. We discuss the higher than average attrition as well as Montreal’s ability to consistently provide great racing. Pit Reporter Jamey Price tells us more behind the scenes insights from this memorable grand prix. Visit http://funwitchcars.com for blog posts, feedback, and more.
In this special episode we talk to photographer Jamey Price about his experience covering the Monaco Grand Prix, and share audio clips from Craig “The Kilt” Wilson from the stands. We also settle the F1 noise debate once and for all. Maybe. Visit http://funwithcars.com
We talk about the Rosberg qualifying controversy, and the team tension between him and Lewis Hamilton. Alonso held on with his amazing consistency, and Jules Bianchi scores the first points for Marussia. Sebastian Vettel has a turbo failure and his teammate Daniel Ricciardo challenges for second place. Visit http://funwitchcars.com for blog posts, feedback, and more.
In this week’s show we discuss the Spanish Grand Prix and F1′s return to Europe. Hamilton and Mercedes refuse to get off the freight train of success. Does a GP2 car deserve more of your attention? Pastor Maldonado yet again shows us why he chose lucky number thirteen. Kimi gives Alonso a wake-up call. And solutions to the new formula’s “noise complaints” get tested. Visit http://funwithcars.com for more!
In this week’s show we discuss the Chinese Grand Prix, with help from Jamey Price. Hamilton and Mercedes continue to look untouchable. New boss at Ferrari has some revolutionary ideas! Red Bull orders Ricciardo to get around Vettel, again. What’s up with Kimi? And Jamey answers your questions. Visit http://funwithcars.com for more!
We recap the thrilling Bahrain Grand Prix, run under the lights for the first time in this race’s 10 year history. Lots of intra-team battles, few team orders, good stuff! Mercedes continues to look strong, Ferrari not so much. Maldonado is back to his dangerous ways, and Force India is really doing well. Find us at http://funwithcars.com for more!
In this show we have a discussion of the Malaysian Grand Prix, including our new trackside reporter, Jamey Price! We settle the debate about 2014 F1 car sounds, once and for all! And go in-depth about the results, team orders, the atmosphere at the track, and more. See more from Jamey Price at http://jameypricephoto.com. For feedback, predictions, blog posts and more, visit http://funwithcars.com