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The Formula 1 Drive to Survive Unofficial Companion: The Stars, Strategy, Technology, and History of F1

The Formula 1 Drive to Survive Unofficial Companion: The Stars, Strategy, Technology, and History of F1

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The ultimate, unofficial armchair companion to the popular Netflix series "Formula 1: Drive to Survive" is here. This guide provides deeper insight into the players, tech, and history that drive the plot points of the show. F1 expert Stuart Codling is your guide to all things F1, covering topics such as people, history, technology, circuits, race strategy, and business. The visuals include action and off-track photos, making it a visually stunning guide to accompany the wildly popular TV series.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 25 May 2023
Publisher: Motorbooks International


Whether you are a new or longtime Formula 1 fan, here is your ultimate, unofficial armchair companion to the popular Netflix series Formula 1: Drive to Survive, providing deeper insight into the players, tech, and history that drive the show's plot points.

F1 expert Stuart Codling is your guide to all things F1. The Formula 1 Drive to Survive: The Unofficial Companion is a feature-rich guide that takes you beyond the series personalities and off-track drama to present further context. Topics covered include:

People – Who does what to keep F1 teams rolling? From personal trainers to race engineers, mechanics, pit crew, and team principal, what does it take to succeed in F1? Sidebars and callouts include significant past players and great rivalries, including that between Toto Wolff and Christian Horner.

F1 History in 20 Cars – From Fangios postwar Alfa Romeo to Max Verstappens Honda-powered Red Bull and Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes, all the great teams feature: Ferrari, Williams, McLaren, Lotus, and more. Callouts feature driver gear and great past drivers like Andretti, Brabham, Moss, Schumacher, and more.

Technology – Who designs and builds today's mind-bending cars and engines, and what does the process entail? Side journeys explore safety features, technology behind key components, and big ideas that flopped.

F1 Circuits – A look at F1 race courses in today, along with features on circuit design, past circuits, and notorious circuit features like Loews Hairpin at Monaco and Eau Rouge at Spa Francorchamps.

Race Strategy – The rules and strategies of race day. Sidebars explore things like tire strategy, the anatomy of a pit stop, and the role of analytics.

Business – Who pays for the multibillion-dollar spectacle on display in Drive to Survive and how.

This comprehensive guide is a must-have for any F1 fan, providing a deeper understanding of the sport and its rich history. Whether you're a seasoned racing enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of Formula 1, this guide will help you take your fandom to the next level.

Weight: 768g
Dimension: 217 x 255 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780760380673

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