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Links for 2009-11-06 [del.icio.us]

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

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Vatanen: Renault would be 'right to quit' F1 - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Defeated FIA presidential candidate Ari Vatanen has hit out at the powers-that-be, saying Renault would be
BMW-Sauber await word from the FIA - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
The BMW-Sauber F1 team is awaiting word from the FIA regarding next year's Championship after Toyota withdrew from the sport. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Caubet more positive about Renault's future - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Renault's managing director Jean-Franois Caubet has offered a more positive outlook on Renault's F1 future, revealing that the team's budget for next season has been approved. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Trulli: Toyota's decision doesn't surprise me - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Jarno Trulli says Toyota's decision to quit Formula One was not a surprise. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Kobayashi keen on a Lotus drive - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Toyota's withdrawal from F1 may have left Kamui Kobayashi without a 2010 race-seat but the Japanese driver hasn't given up on his Formula One dream. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

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Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

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Q&A with Nico Hulkenberg - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Nico Hulkenberg shares his thoughts as he prepares for his first season in F1 having been signed up to race for Williams in 2010. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Hulkenberg: Could not ask for better than Rubens - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Williams newcomer Nico Hulkenberg says he has the ideal team-mate in Rubens Barrichello as he looks to take his fledgling steps in F1. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Brawn: Rivals tried to unsettle Button with offers - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Ross Brawn has accused other teams of trying to unsettle Jenson Button with offers during the season. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Etihad and Aldar to pay Force India damages - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Etihad Airways and Aldar Properties have been ordered to pay Force India US$4.6m in damages after their sponsorship agreement. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Renault yet to decide on F1 participation - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Renault have called for patience as the French manufacturer weighs up the pros and cons of following Toyota out of Formula One. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

Links for 2009-11-04 [del.icio.us]

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

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Ban all cars and other weird petitions - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
We've trawled Number 10s petitions website for some of the strangest motoring requests to Mr Brown and his cabinet.
The BMW 5 series mixes up saloon driving dynamics, a coupe profile and interior space equivalent to Beemer’s groundbreaking X5 SUV.
Featuring signature Hamann black alloy wheels, modified front and rear bumpers, a new exhaust system and bigger brakes, the Hamann-modified 5 Series GT makes an already ‘awkward’ car slightly more vulgar.
The Most Powerful Audi Ever
With two turbochargers, ten cylinders and a 0-62mph time of 4.6 seconds, there’s plenty to like about the new Audi RS 6.
Full Toyota statement on its F1 withdrawal - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
The Toyota Motor Corporation has released the following statement following its decision to leave Formula One. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Todt keen to see French GP back on calendar - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Newly elected FIA President Jean Todt admits he is keen to see the French Grand Prix back on the Formula One calendar. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Schumi: Comeback decision was emotional - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Michael Schumacher admits his decision to agree to make a Formula One comeback earlier this year was based on emotion rather than rationale. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Hill's warning to Button: Money's not everything - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Damon Hill has urged World Champion Jenson Button not to let money dictate his future. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Toyota sorry 'for not achieving their targets' - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Toyota President Akio Toyoda has offered his

Links for 2009-11-03 [del.icio.us]

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

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What’s your favourite car of the year? Auto Trader Blog
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Richard Hammond on crutches after fall - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
Richard Hammond has injured himself while out running.
Ferrari World: a millionaires playground - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
Eurodisney, Alton Towers and Legoland are all about to lose out as the dream holiday destination for any car-loving kid or big kid to Ferrari World.
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Michael: Rubens will be Hulkenberg's teacher - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Williams technical director Sam Michael believes Rubens Barrichello will offer Nico Hulkenberg both support and experience as the German tackles his first season in F1. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Ferrari: No loopholes and an early start - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Ferrari team boss Stefano Domenicali is confident that a lack of technical loopholes and a early start will see the Scuderia return to the front of the pack next season. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Kobayashi: It's Toyota or sushi - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
If he doesn't land a Toyota race-seat for next year's Championship, Kamui Kobayashi could be working in his father's sushi restaurant instead of racing. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Sir Jackie: Just sign already! - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Sir Jackie Stewart believes Jenson Button and Brawn GP should resolve their financial issues and sign a new contract. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Alonso: I know Ferrari will give their best - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Fernando Alonso says he has

Ken Block’s Subaru Impreza snow car

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:37:04 0000

While we spend our days going through spreadsheets, returning emails and attending arduous meetings, Ken Block is driving a Subaru Impreza on a downhill ski course.

Ban all cars and other weird petitions

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:37:02 0000

We've trawled Number 10’s petitions website for some of the strangest motoring requests to Mr Brown and his cabinet.

Links for 2009-11-02 [del.icio.us]

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

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Modified Ford Focus RS unleashed with 360bhp - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
A German modifier has ramped up the steroidal Ford Focus RS to biblical proportions 360bhp and more pulling power than a V8 BMW M3.
The best F1 pit girls of 2009 - Auto Trader UK - Features - News and Reviews Hub
What better way to celebrate a rip-roaring eight months of the F1 by checking out the hottest girls?
Theo Walcott buys girlfriend Ferrari California - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
Forget Victoria Beckham, Cheryl Cole and Coleen Rooney Melanie Slade is top of the Wag n wheels league.
Auto Trader's multi-million supercar showroom - Auto Trader UK - Features - News and Reviews Hub
We've got the UK's biggest supercar showroom offering the world's finest machinery - pop in and see if you can find the supercar of your dreams.
Button predicts McLaren, Ferrari backlash - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Jenson Button believes next year's Championship will yield a backlash from McLaren and Ferrari as the two powerhouses return to the front of the field. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Rubens attributes longevity to 'enthusiasm' - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Rubens Barrichello, upon the confirmation of his Williams deal for next season, says it's
BBC apologise for sweary Button - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
BBC bosses were last night forced to apologise after Jenson Button swore live on air during their F1 broadcast of the Abu Dhabi GP. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Williams confirm Rubens and a new Nico - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Williams have confirmed Rubens Barrichello and Nico Hulkenberg will be their driver line-up for the 2010 Formula One season. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Yas Marina CEO under pressure to produce - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Richard Cregan has confirmed he is under pressure to make money on the most expensive circuit in Formula One history. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

Auto Trader's multi-million supercar showroom

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:40:06 0000

We've got the UK's biggest supercar showroom offering the world's finest machinery - pop in and see if you can find the supercar of your dreams

Theo Walcott buys girlfriend Ferrari California

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:36:30 0000

Forget Victoria Beckham, Cheryl Cole and Coleen Rooney – Melanie Slade is top of the Wag ‘n’ wheels league.

Ferrari World: a millionaire’s playground

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:14:26 0000

Eurodisney, Alton Towers and Legoland are all about to lose out as the dream holiday destination for any car-loving kid or big kid to Ferrari World.

Richard Hammond on crutches after fall

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:11:45 0000

Richard Hammond has injured himself while out running.

Links for 2009-11-01 [del.icio.us]

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:00:00 PST

Kobayashi: Surprised, fantastic and extremely happy - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Kamui Kobayashi claimed his first ever F1 points in the season-ending Abu Dhabi GP, putting his name in the hat for a 2010 Toyota race-seat. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Fastest lap times: Vettel walks away with the double - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Sebastian Vettel ended his season in the best possible way on Sunday by adding the fastest lap to his Abu Dhabi Grand Prix victory. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
BMW bid farewell to F1 on a high note - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
BMW said their farewells to Formula One in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, ending their four-year stay at a fully fledged Constructor with a fifth-placed finish. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Sunday's FIA press conference - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Race winner Sebastian Vettel along with Mark Webber and Jenson Button attended Sunday's FIA press conference in Abu Dhabi. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

Links for 2009-10-31 [del.icio.us]

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT

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Saturday's Abu Dhabi press conference - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber attended the post-qualifying press conference for the Abu Dhabi GP weekend. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Kovalainen slapped with gearbox penalty - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Heikki Kovalainen has been hit with a five-grid slot gearbox penalty after running into problems during Saturday's Abu Dhabi qualifying. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Red Bull duo 'surprised' by Hamilton's pace - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Sebastian Vettel admits he was surprised by the gap Lewis Hamilton was able to pull out over himself and his team-mate Mark Webber in Saturday's Abu Dhabi qualifying. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Button picking up bad vibrations in qualy - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Jenson Button still expects to have fun on Sunday despite suffering bad vibrations that scuppered his bid to be the first man on pole for the Abu Dhabi GP. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Hamilton's only marginally lighter than the Bulls - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Lewis Hamilton may have questioned whether McLaren should have put more fuel in his car given his pace in qualifying but weights reveal he's not much lighter than the Red Bulls behind him. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News