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New name and logo for Sauber.
Team Sauber-Petronas have today announced that the outfits name and logo will change in 2002. The team released the following statement:
Time running out for Prost?
Alain Prost has today admitted that his team - Prost Grand Prix - could face liquation by mid-January. The Prost team has debts of around ?20 million and was placed into receivership last month.
Brunotti to sponsor BAR.
The Lucky Strike BAR-Honda team unveiled a new sponsor at its pre-2002 launch this morning [Tuesday], welcoming the Brunotti clothing company to the fold.
BAR-Honda 004 - technical specification.
The lowdown on British American Racing's latest Formula One contender, launched at its Brackley factory on Tuesday 18 December 2002. Chassis
Richards: I'm back to bug Jean Todt!
New British American Racing team principal David Richards has admitted that his aim is to relegate Ferrari counterpart Jean Todt to second best - just as he did years ago.
Pollock to return as Villeneuve manager?
Speculation at British American Racing's pre-season launch naturally centred on the future plans of departed founder Craig Pollock - and the effect his exit would have on the team.
Christmas spirit strikes at Ferrari.
This weekend proved a busy one for Ferrari's Formula 1 drivers.
Kimi: I didn't want a Rubens like role at Ferrari.
Rookie sensation Kimi Raikkonen has revealed that he rejected an offer to join Ferrari as he didn't want to play second fiddle to Michael Schumacher.
Brother extends Jordan partnership.
Jordan Grand Prix has confirmed that Brother International Europe will extend its sponsorship with the team for a further two years.
Wella joins forces with Toyota.
Toyota has today announced a partnership agreement with the Wella Group, one of the leading suppliers of hair cosmetics and fragrances worldwide.
Ford pledge support for Jaguar Racing.
Jaguar Racing has been given the thumps up by Ford despite the teams dismal showings in 2000 and 2001. Recent speculation has suggested that Ford might be considering pulling the plug on 'The Cat' following the departure of chief executive Jacques Nasser in October.
Ferrari on the pitch with three centre forwards.
A special event looms for Scuderia Ferrari. This time however, it has nothing to do with preparations for a grand prix.
Raikkonen is like Senna, says Rinland.
Former Sauber designer Sergio Rinland has likened rookie sensation Kimi Raikkonen to the late great Ayrton Senna.
Renault select four drivers for '02 RDD programme.
Renault have today announced the four young drivers selected to join the Renault Driver Development programme (RDD) for 2002.
Octagon revamps Silverstone upgrade to save GP.
Octagon Motorsports, the organiser of the British Grand Prix, has revealed alterations to its proposed upgrade of Silverstone, after it emerged that the historic circuit could face the axe from next year's Formula One calendar.
Bain pulling out all the stops to save British GP.
Octagon Motorsports' Chief Executive Rob Bain has promised to do all he can to make sure the British Grand Prix goes ahead in 2002. Last week fresh rumours emerged suggesting Silverstone might lose the race due to difficulties fans experience getting to and from the circuit.
Jumbo deal for European Aviation.
European Minardi F1 chief, Paul Stoddart, has once again bucked so-called "trends" by announcing that his European Aviation company has purchased five Boeing 747-200 aircraft from British Airways and will shortly begin operating them commercially.
Bruni the next to take big step?
Formula Three frontrunner Gianmaria Bruni could be the next driver to miss out F3000 on his way to grands prix, if rumours in the Italian press are to be believed.
Beveridge inquest underway in Australia.
The official inquiry into the death of race marshal Graham Beveridge at this year's Australian Grand Prix has begun with emotional scenes in a Melbourne courthouse.
More Malaysians to follow Yoong into F1?
European-Minardi driver Alex Yoong might not be the only Malaysian driver in F1 in 2002 if Malaysian sports minister Datuk Hishamuddin Hussein gets his way.
Salo is my benchmark, says McNish.
Toyota driver Allan McNish has admitted that Mika Salo has been his 'benchmark' throughout Toyota's testing programme in 2001.
Jordan pays tribute to Harrison.
Jordan Grand Prix boss Eddie Jordan has paid tribute to former Beatle George Harrison who passed away on Thursday. Jordan speaking on his team's website said: "The team and I will miss George because he was a wonderful supporter and he had a great presence and vibe."
Mario Andretti slams Mansell.
1978 F1 World Champion Mario Andretti has launched a scathing attack on his former CART Newman-Hass team-mate Nigel Mansell.
Burti salutes Sir Jackie Stewart.
Ferrari test driver Luciano Burti has paid homage to Sir Jackie Stewart following the news last week that the Scot was knighted at Buckingham palace. Burti worked with Jackie Stewart during his time at Jaguar in 2000 and 2001 and from 1999 when he raced for Paul Stewart Racing.