Time for a level playing field
For me, the saddest comment of 2016 came from a newcomer Lance Stroll, telling us that Williams F1 had offered him a drive based on his talent. I have no doubt the lad sincerely believes this, but the reality is…
Behind The Scenes Talent: Simon Hayes
We’re happy to introduce Simon Hayes, personal trainer and head of Performance Physixx, a company aiming to perfect the physical preparation of athletes for high-calibre racing. Simon’s many clients include professional racers Ryan Hunter-Reay, Stefan Johansson and celebrities like Patrick…
Moving On Up: Tatiana Calderón
Paddock Magazine is joined today by Tatiana Calderón, a Colombian professional racing driver who currently competes in the GP3 Series and has just signed a deal with Sauber F1 Team to become their official development driver for 2017. Full name:…

Gossip Grip: the cars
By Kunal Shah and Mithila Mehta | “From T-bone to T-wing” – that’s one of our comments on the new cars that have been unveiled in the past week. Did Ferrari have to work overnight after Mercedes unveiled the T-wing…
Date with Destiny
Bernard Charles Ecclestone turned 86 in October. For more than 40 years he has been at the top of Formula 1; calling the shots, single-handedly negotiating some very difficult patches that would have no doubt defeated others decades younger and…
Stephen Camp: “A combination of three would be ideal”
One of our most dedicated and liked contributors, Stephen Camp is a motorsport writer and blogger, always keeping things sharp with solid curiosity and motivation to deliver interesting Formula 1 material. This time we’ve decided to point the spotlight at…
Allan McNish: “What is Formula 1?”
Opportunities to interview respected and revered racing drivers are not that often, especially when their schedules are always packed with too many commitments. However, I just had the chance to interview Allan McNish on topics close to him and I…

Mercedes: Does every cloud have a silver lining?
By Elle Haus | Recently Mercedes finally announced Formula 1’s worst kept secret: Valtteri Bottas would be filling the much-coveted race seat vacated by reigning World Champion Nico Rosberg, and joining three-time title winner Lewis Hamilton at the Silver Arrows.…
Spanish GP: A European benchmark track
It’s a pleasure to sit down for an exclusive interview with the General Manager of Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Mr Joan Fontseré. The Catalonian track has held the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix since 1991. Nevertheless, and after more than two decades…
Autonomy is EV’s killer app
Mark was part of Formula 1 for many years before moving to a Team Principal’s position at a Formula E team and creating the Preston EV StreetDrone. Today Mark Preston predicts that the application of autonomous technologies will unlock greater…

Technical Musical Chairs and how RBR are emerging as early favourites
Technical Musical Chairs: since the chequered flag dropped in Abu Dhabi bringing to a close one of the most predictable seasons in recent Formula 1 history, the world of the sport seems to be making every effort to make up…

Pininfarina: Looking forward
We sit down with Federico Viganò, General Manager at Pininfarina Shanghai, to speak of the famous company’s bonds with Formula E, Formula 1, designing racing cars and working in new markets. How would you describe your company’s current relationships within…



