The steps that have led to F1's 'very silly cars' Although Formula 1's regulations will change considerably for 2019, Nigel Roebuck argues the championship has lost out compared to the days of lightweight machines powered by monster engines 1543449600 F1

The value of F1’s last 'old school' circuit Two recent races at Sochi and Suzuka again exposed the problems with identikit modern circuit design, but also highlighted the unaltered gifts found at circuits built in a previous era 1540512000 F1

The frustrating shortcomings of F1's misunderstood man Kimi Raikkonen's flashes of brilliance and enigmatic character make him a valuable addition to the grid - but, as one former team boss explains, Formula 1's elder statesman's failure to realise his full potential will always be deeply frustrating 1538006400 F1

Alonso shows his Gilles Villeneuve spirit After spending three and a half years in uncompetitive Formula 1 machinery, Fernando Alonso will exit the grand prix stage at the end of 2018. But in that time he has echoed the attitude shown by one of the championship's legends 1535587200 F1

Why 2018 left McLaren with no one else to blame With Honda out of the equation, 2018 was supposed to be the start of McLaren's return to the top - but the absence of the Japanese manufacturer just revealed more fundamental issues at the team 1545091200 F1

Why Honda's best F1 hope won't be leaving Japan Honda now has a highly-rated protege with enough superlicence points to get a Formula 1 chance, but who is unlikely to ever be seen on a grand prix grid 1545091200 F1

The contradictory 2019 rule change that 'fooled the FIA' Less complicated front wings are F1's biggest change for 2019, but a new fuel limit will also be introduced in a bid to improve the championship's image. How necessary it was in the first place is something a number of leading figures are still questioning 1545004800 F1

How a rally mechanic created F1's new giantkiller Two dinners have shaped the destiny of Gunther Steiner's life in motorsport. The first, with his childhood hero Niki Lauda, led to his move into Formula 1. The second, with business magnate and team owner Gene Haas, led to his current role running Haas F1. So what better way to talk through Steiner's fascinating life and career than another dinner? By JAMES ROBERTS 1544918400 F1