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Alonso dismisses doubts over Renault pace
Fernando Alonso has rubbished suggestions that he is set for another tough season in Formula 1 with Renault in 2009 following the poor initial testing pace of the new R29, urging that 'the cars in Jerez are not going to be the ones in Australia'.
F1 licence fee protest stumbles as three drivers sign
The stand-off between the Grand Prix Drivers' Association (GPDA) and FIA over the hike in Formula 1 licence fees in 2009 has taken a step in the latter's favour with the news that three drivers have paid up for the mandatory super-licences.
Sandstorm ends second day in Bahrain
Having elected to go to Bahrain in search of better weather conditions, Ferrari, BMW Sauber and Toyota were instead left frustrated by a sandstorm which severely limited running on the second day of Formula One testing in the Middle East.
'Minor players' Stepney and Coughlan free to return to F1
Nigel Stepney and Mike Coughlan - the two men who came close to bringing Formula 1 to its knees with the well-publicised espionage row of 2007 - have been pronounced free to return to the top flight by FIA President Max Mosley.
Goodman joins Go Motorsport campaign
Former ITV-F1 pit lane reporter Louise Goodman has become the latest Formula One figure to sign up as an ambassador of the MSA's Go Motorsport campaign.
Newey, Willis explain RB5 thinking
Red Bull Racing designer Adrian Newey has admitted that the latest set of Formula One regulations allowed him to exercise his abilities, albeit not to excess.
Webber goes cold on rehab.
Mark Webber is increasingly confident of being close to full fitness when the Formula One season kicks off at his home race in Melbourne next month, after resorting to alternative recovery techniques to rehabilitate his broken leg.
Hines takes control of GPR
Leading motorsport clothing and technical equipment supplier Grand Prix Racewear has seen its long-term future secured after the acquisition of the company's assets by karting guru Martin Hines.
In-season F1 testing ban to be banned?
The controversial, new-for-2009 in-season ban on Formula 1 testing could already be set to change, it has been suggested, as teams continue to struggle to get to grips with the rule changes and develop the complicated KERS (Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems) technology.
F1 technical chief Gascoyne says he'll 'work abroad in future'
Mike Gascoyne has revealed that after parting company with Force India F1 back in November, he will likely work abroad in future - as the Silverstone based-squad declined to comment on reports that its former chief technical officer has initiated legal proceedings against the team.
Medals system would have produced 13 different champions
Thirteen world championships in Formula 1's 59-year history would have been won by different drivers under Bernie Ecclestone's controversial new medals initiative - and ironically, his own team would not have lifted the laurels at all.
Former McLaren boss Teddy Mayer dies aged 73
Barely two weeks after Ron Dennis revealed that he is to step down from his role as McLaren team principal after almost three decades at the helm, it has been announced that his predecessor Teddy Mayer has died aged 73.
Toyota and Williams to suffer from sponsor losses?
With a number of significant Formula 1 sponsors already well known to be feeling the economic pinch in the wake of the current global credit crunch, it has now been suggested that Toyota title backer Panasonic and Williams' investor Philips could be set to either reduce or scrap their support too
Ferrari modify 'illegal' exhaust outlets
Following doubt cast by rival teams upon the legality of the design of Ferrari's F60, the Scuderia has modified the rear exhaust outlets on its new car.
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Prost: People in F1 need to think, not panic
Alain Prost has urged calm amidst the current global credit crunch that has rocked Formula 1 since Honda's shock departure late last year - insisting now is the time to think, not panic.
Honda F1 seeking bail-out by UK taxpayers
Honda Racing has applied for a Government bail-out to save its beleaguered Formula 1 team, it has been revealed - meaning that if it does succeed in making the starting grid for the Australian Grand Prix in two months' time, it will be British taxpayers who have enabled it to do so.
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Renault signs Khan for demo runs
Adam Khan has been included in Renault's Formula 1 driver line-up for 2009 as he becomes the representative for the manufacturer's demonstration activities through the year.
Whiting has confidence in KERS
FIA race director Charlie Whiting insists the high-voltage Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) will be safe to use when it is introduced, despite fears to the contrary amongst some Formula 1 teams.
FIA confirms safety car rule changes
New safety car rules will be introduced for the 2009 Formula 1 season, replacing the unpopular system that has been in effect for the last two years.
Malaysia to hold evening race.
Malaysia will join Australia in shifting the start time of its grand prix to the late afternoon following pressure to accommodate the sport's core European television audience.
Heidfeld: Finally I got to drive new BMW.
Nick Heidfeld got his first go in the new BMW Sauber F1.09 on Friday, as the outfit moved into day three of its four-day exclusive test in Valencia.
Downpour washes out final day of Algarve testing.
A third day of torrential rain welcomed the Formula 1 teams on the fourth and final day of pre-season testing at the Algarve Motor Park in Portugal - only this time the downpour was heavy enough to wipe out the running altogether.
Canadian GP `a terrible loss`, laments Villeneuve.
The absence of the Canadian Grand Prix from the 2009 Formula 1 calendar is 'very sad' and 'a terrible loss' for Montreal, the sport's 1997 world champion Jacques Villeneuve has stated.