Month: May 2025

Reviving History: A Colorful Look Back at the 1950 British Grand Prix

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Formula 1 has released colorized footage of its very first world championship race at Silverstone 75 years ago. On 13 May 1950, the British Grand Prix featured 21 cars on the grid, including Alfa Romeos, Maseratis, Talbot Lagos, Altas, and ERAs. Ferrari did not participate, focusing on the Monaco race, and Alfa dominated with a 1-2-3-4 in qualifying, and the same in the race. The colorized footage shows the four-car front row of Alfa Romeo, including Giuseppe Farina and Juan Fangio. The race saw Alfa Romeo finish 1-2-3, with Fangio…

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Famous Silver Arrows livery to feature at Le Mans celebrating Mercedes’ 1989 win

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Iron Lynx, the Mercedes World Endurance Championship squad, will showcase a special livery at this year’s Le Mans 24 Hours to commemorate Mercedes’ triumphant 1989 victory at the endurance race. The team will adorn its three Mercedes GT3s in the iconic Silver Arrows scheme used in the manufacturer’s dominant 1-2 finish at Circuit de la Sarthe. This unique design honors Mercedes’ return to Le Mans after a 26-year hiatus, marking their debut in the WEC in 2025 following Iron Lynx’s switch from Lamborghini to Mercedes. Iron Lynx CEO Andrea Piccini…

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Beauty in Motion: The Spectacular Designs of the Top 10 F1 Cars in History

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The best-looking F1 cars are a highly debated topic and it’s subjective, depending on individual preferences and eras. Fans tend to be attached to different cars from various periods. Liveries also play a significant role in the discussion, adding to the fun argument. Motorsport.com curated a list of the best-looking cars, trying to showcase variety across constructors and eras. Some periods, like the ‘skinny’ era from 2009-2016, were excluded. The iconic Ligier JS11/15, featuring the Gitanes livery, made an appearance due to its French flair and distinct design with a…

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