wirth research

In the wake of its abject start to the F1 2011 World Championship campaign, Virgin Racing has announced that it has parted company with technical director Nick Wirth to 'take greater control of its own destiny'

With the annual Formula 1 silly season getting increasingly into full swing, three names are being mooted as the most likely candidates for a drive at Manor Grand Prix in 2010 - out-of-work Super Aguri F1 refugee Anthony Davidson, current BMW-Sauber reserve driver Christian Klien and reigning A1G

After rumours had swept the Formula 1 paddock, it has now been officially confirmed that award-winning R&D company Wirth Research has tied up a deal with Manor Grand Prix to design and build the Yorkshire-based outfit's maiden challenger in the top flight.