Formula 1
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The FIA does seem to over regulate 
almost like they need to ....to keep their job
Launches
McLaren launch, January 31
Force India launch, February 1
Sauber launch, February 2
Pre-season testing
1st Test - Jerez, February 5-8
2nd Test - Barcelona, February 19-22
3rd Test - Barcelona, February 28-March 3
Races
Australian GP - Albert Park, Mar 15-17
Malaysian GP - Sepang, March 22-24
Chinese GP - Shanghai, April 12-14
Bahrain GP - BIC, April 19-21
Spanish GP - Catalunya, May 10-12
Monaco GP - Monte Carlo, May 23-26
Canadian GP - Gilles Villeneuve, June 7-9
British GP - Silverstone, June 28-30
German GP - Hockenheim, July 5-7
European GP - TBC, July 19-21
Hungarian GP - Hungaroring , July 26-28
Belgian GP - Spa Francorchamps, August 23-25
Italian GP - Monza, September 6-8
Singapore GP - Singapore, September 20-22
Japanese GP - Suzuka, October 4-6
Korean GP - KIC, October 11-13
Indian GP - Buddh International Circuit, October 25-27
Abu Dhabi GP - Yas Marina Circuit, November 1-3
USA GP - Austin, November 15-17
Brazilian GP - Interlagos, November 22-24
almost like they need to ....to keep their jobLaunches
McLaren launch, January 31
Force India launch, February 1
Sauber launch, February 2
Pre-season testing
1st Test - Jerez, February 5-8
2nd Test - Barcelona, February 19-22
3rd Test - Barcelona, February 28-March 3
Races
Australian GP - Albert Park, Mar 15-17
Malaysian GP - Sepang, March 22-24
Chinese GP - Shanghai, April 12-14
Bahrain GP - BIC, April 19-21
Spanish GP - Catalunya, May 10-12
Monaco GP - Monte Carlo, May 23-26
Canadian GP - Gilles Villeneuve, June 7-9
British GP - Silverstone, June 28-30
German GP - Hockenheim, July 5-7
European GP - TBC, July 19-21
Hungarian GP - Hungaroring , July 26-28
Belgian GP - Spa Francorchamps, August 23-25
Italian GP - Monza, September 6-8
Singapore GP - Singapore, September 20-22
Japanese GP - Suzuka, October 4-6
Korean GP - KIC, October 11-13
Indian GP - Buddh International Circuit, October 25-27
Abu Dhabi GP - Yas Marina Circuit, November 1-3
USA GP - Austin, November 15-17
Brazilian GP - Interlagos, November 22-24
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However, Domenicali said he is confident Ferrari will succeed where it failed in 2012.
"What happened to us last year in the Jerez test will not be repeated this year," he insisted.
"Now we are sure that the wind tunnel will not give us surprises," added Domenicali, referring to the closure of the Maranello facility for a revamp, and Ferrari’s looming exclusive work in Toyota’s state-of-the-art Cologne tunnel.
"What happened to us last year in the Jerez test will not be repeated this year," he insisted.
"Now we are sure that the wind tunnel will not give us surprises," added Domenicali, referring to the closure of the Maranello facility for a revamp, and Ferrari’s looming exclusive work in Toyota’s state-of-the-art Cologne tunnel.
Rusty Roller
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From: Santa Cruz Mountains
Tim
Thanks for the 2013 schedule! Sure hope to see those 3 pre season tests!
2013 season changes
DRS use
For safety reasons, in 2013 drivers are only be able to utilize the Drag Reduction System (DRS) overtaking aid within the designated DRS zones during practice and qualifying. Previously drivers had been free to deploy the system as they pleased in these sessions.
Active double-DRS systems outlawed
In 2012 Mercedes developed a clever concept whereby air was channelled through an opening in the rear-wing endplate when DRS was activated and then fed through the car to help stall the front wing. For 2013 active drag reducing systems involving the DRS, such as this, have been banned.
Stepped noses
Teams have the option of tidying up the aesthetics of their cars in 2013 with the introduction of new regulations aimed at improving the look of ‘ugly’ stepped noses first seen in 2012. A small piece of laminate - nicknamed a ‘modesty' or 'vanity' panel - may now be used to smooth the nose section.
Crash testing
To make F1 cars ever safer, tougher new tests on roll structures and the survival cell have been introduced for 2013. Furthermore, every chassis that a team produces, as opposed to just one, will now be subject to a static load test of the survival cell.
Curfews
The team personnel curfew - which prevents team members from being in the paddock during specified periods - has been extended from six to eight hours on Thursday nights for 2013. The number of exceptions allowed during a season has also been reduced from four to two.
Front wing tests
For 2013 front wing deflection tests will be more stringent to lessen the possibility of flexible bodywork being used to enhance aerodynamic performance.
Minimum weight
The minimum weight of the car and driver has been increased from 640kg to 642kg to compensate for the slightly increased weight of Pirelli's 2013 tyres. The mandatory weight distribution has also been adjusted accordingly.
Force majeure
The ‘force majeure’ allowance relating to when a car stops on the track during qualifying has been deleted from the regulations. For 2013 any car that stops on the track must have enough fuel for the mandatory one-litre minimum sample plus an additional amount proportional to the amount of fuel that would have been used in returning to the pits (determined by the FIA).
Qualifying
Not an actual regulation change, but as the official 2013 entry list comprises 22 cars - two fewer than in 2012 - six cars rather than seven will now be eliminated at the end of both Q1 and Q2.
Championship entry fees
Championship entry fees have been revised. Red Bull, as constructors’ champions, were required to pay US$500,000 plus US$6000 for each point gained in the 2012 World Constructors’ Championship to enter the 2013 championship. Every other team was required to pay a basic fee of US$500,000 plus US$5000 for each point scored in 2012.
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Thanks for the 2013 schedule! Sure hope to see those 3 pre season tests!
2013 season changes
DRS use
For safety reasons, in 2013 drivers are only be able to utilize the Drag Reduction System (DRS) overtaking aid within the designated DRS zones during practice and qualifying. Previously drivers had been free to deploy the system as they pleased in these sessions.
Active double-DRS systems outlawed
In 2012 Mercedes developed a clever concept whereby air was channelled through an opening in the rear-wing endplate when DRS was activated and then fed through the car to help stall the front wing. For 2013 active drag reducing systems involving the DRS, such as this, have been banned.
Stepped noses
Teams have the option of tidying up the aesthetics of their cars in 2013 with the introduction of new regulations aimed at improving the look of ‘ugly’ stepped noses first seen in 2012. A small piece of laminate - nicknamed a ‘modesty' or 'vanity' panel - may now be used to smooth the nose section.
Crash testing
To make F1 cars ever safer, tougher new tests on roll structures and the survival cell have been introduced for 2013. Furthermore, every chassis that a team produces, as opposed to just one, will now be subject to a static load test of the survival cell.
Curfews
The team personnel curfew - which prevents team members from being in the paddock during specified periods - has been extended from six to eight hours on Thursday nights for 2013. The number of exceptions allowed during a season has also been reduced from four to two.
Front wing tests
For 2013 front wing deflection tests will be more stringent to lessen the possibility of flexible bodywork being used to enhance aerodynamic performance.
Minimum weight
The minimum weight of the car and driver has been increased from 640kg to 642kg to compensate for the slightly increased weight of Pirelli's 2013 tyres. The mandatory weight distribution has also been adjusted accordingly.
Force majeure
The ‘force majeure’ allowance relating to when a car stops on the track during qualifying has been deleted from the regulations. For 2013 any car that stops on the track must have enough fuel for the mandatory one-litre minimum sample plus an additional amount proportional to the amount of fuel that would have been used in returning to the pits (determined by the FIA).
Qualifying
Not an actual regulation change, but as the official 2013 entry list comprises 22 cars - two fewer than in 2012 - six cars rather than seven will now be eliminated at the end of both Q1 and Q2.
Championship entry fees
Championship entry fees have been revised. Red Bull, as constructors’ champions, were required to pay US$500,000 plus US$6000 for each point gained in the 2012 World Constructors’ Championship to enter the 2013 championship. Every other team was required to pay a basic fee of US$500,000 plus US$5000 for each point scored in 2012.
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Car launches
Team Date
McLaren January 31
Force India February 1
Sauber February 2
Red Bull February 3
Tim adds Ferrari on or before Feb4th...I'm just saying since I am a Ferrari
member I will get up at the appropriate time and log in to their site....and see
what will only be a very rough facsimile of what will run
...but I hope the lego block nose is gone
Testing Venue Date
Jerez 5-8 February
Barcelona 19-22 February
Barcelona 28 February-3 March
Team Date
McLaren January 31
Force India February 1
Sauber February 2
Red Bull February 3
Tim adds Ferrari on or before Feb4th...I'm just saying since I am a Ferrari
member I will get up at the appropriate time and log in to their site....and see
what will only be a very rough facsimile of what will run
...but I hope the lego block nose is gone
Testing Venue Date
Jerez 5-8 February
Barcelona 19-22 February
Barcelona 28 February-3 March
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Again, the limits on testing have got to be loosened up~ How can you be expected to take a clean sheet new car from introduction to race ready with only a few days of testing??? I know the F1 teams are great but this is silly.
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Ferrari is under the control of a brit...yeehaaa...they are finally going to build the new facility for their team....Ross wanted to way back when....but now....they are constintally moving inot the 20th century 
In the meantime, a project linked to the long-term future of the Scuderia has started to take shape: the new base. The first excavations have indeed begun of the foundations of the building that will house the offices of the management, engineers and administrative staff along with the working areas of the team. The location, which is owned by Ferrari and currently used as a car park, is situated between the Cavallino restaurant and the building that is currently used by the Scuderia. The project has been planned in accordance with guidelines inspired by the practicality, efficiency and style that characterise the Formula One programme. The aim is to create an environment that has been well thought through for the people who will work there. This programme, which has benefited from the positive steps taken in favour of the employees and their families, has earned Ferrari the title “Best place to work in Europe” from the Financial Times. In recent days the company has been working together with the district of Maranello to iron out all the administrative details: the procedure for the construction of the new building has been presented and details have been agreed that determine any amendments to this to keep in accordance with urban standards. Among them, new car parks will be built, substantially increasing the overall availability of places for cars to park in the area.
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More puzzle pieces
Ferrari has added a Briton to its ranks.
Acknowledging its aerodynamic weaknesses, the fabled Italian team last year signed well-known F1 aerodynamicist Loic Bigois to switch from Mercedes.
Ferrari is currently developing its 2013 car, probably to be called the F2013, in Toyota’s state-of-the-art Cologne wind tunnel, while the Maranello facility is closed and improved.
At the same time, Autosprint reports that the scarlet-clad team has signed Martin Bester.
The Briton’s last post was as Williams’ aerodynamics team leader.
He has also worked for BMW and McLaren’s F1 teams.
Prior to working at Mercedes, chief aerodynamicist and Frenchman Bigois worked alongside Bester at Williams, the Italian magazine added.
Ferrari has added a Briton to its ranks.
Acknowledging its aerodynamic weaknesses, the fabled Italian team last year signed well-known F1 aerodynamicist Loic Bigois to switch from Mercedes.
Ferrari is currently developing its 2013 car, probably to be called the F2013, in Toyota’s state-of-the-art Cologne wind tunnel, while the Maranello facility is closed and improved.
At the same time, Autosprint reports that the scarlet-clad team has signed Martin Bester.
The Briton’s last post was as Williams’ aerodynamics team leader.
He has also worked for BMW and McLaren’s F1 teams.
Prior to working at Mercedes, chief aerodynamicist and Frenchman Bigois worked alongside Bester at Williams, the Italian magazine added.
Rusty Roller
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It will be interesting as the pieces fall together. For sure they will get rid of that dogs leg nose. I sure hope they come out of the box with a package worthy of the ancestry.
Screaming turbo V-6's are supposed to have better low end torque too so who knows where the equality will fall. We know Alonso can take a lessor ride and surprise the competitors.
I still wonder why their so darned convinced that the lack of testing is a good idea for the sport.....
Less that 60 days!
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Screaming turbo V-6's are supposed to have better low end torque too so who knows where the equality will fall. We know Alonso can take a lessor ride and surprise the competitors.
I still wonder why their so darned convinced that the lack of testing is a good idea for the sport.....
Less that 60 days!
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one more added
2013 pre-season dates
Car launches
Team Date
McLaren January 31
Ferrari February 1
Force India February 1
Sauber February 2
Red Bull February 3
TestingVenue Date
Jerez 5-8 February
Barcelona 19-22 February
Barcelona 28 February-3 March
2013 pre-season dates
Car launches
Team Date
McLaren January 31
Ferrari February 1
Force India February 1
Sauber February 2
Red Bull February 3
TestingVenue Date
Jerez 5-8 February
Barcelona 19-22 February
Barcelona 28 February-3 March
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Lotus...if you cannot be there.....you really can 
Lotus has chosen to launch its 2013 Formula 1 car, the E21, online. The new car will be unveiled via the Lotus YouTube channel at 19.15 UK time on Monday January 28.
The event will also be broadcast live on Sky Sports News HD in the UK.
Lotus's choice of date means it will be the first F1 team to take the wraps off a 2013 car, as its unveiling takes place three days before McLaren's.
The team has retained Kimi Raikkonen and Romain Grosjean for this season after taking a big step forward in performance during 2012.
2013 pre-season dates
Car launches
Team Date
Lotus January 28
McLaren January 31
Ferrari February 1
Force India February 1
Sauber February 2
Red Bull February 3
Mercedes February 4
Toro Rosso February 4
Caterham February 5
Williams February 19
The event will also be broadcast live on Sky Sports News HD in the UK.
Lotus's choice of date means it will be the first F1 team to take the wraps off a 2013 car, as its unveiling takes place three days before McLaren's.
The team has retained Kimi Raikkonen and Romain Grosjean for this season after taking a big step forward in performance during 2012.
2013 pre-season dates
Car launches
Team Date
Lotus January 28
McLaren January 31
Ferrari February 1
Force India February 1
Sauber February 2
Red Bull February 3
Mercedes February 4
Toro Rosso February 4
Caterham February 5
Williams February 19
