Tag: Mark Webber

  • Red Bull Racing Trio Remains Unchanged for 2012

    2012-Red-Bull-racing-drivers-thumbRed Bull Racing is ready to tackle another racing year with its much cherished lineup of drivers Sebastian Vettel, Mark Webber and 23 year old Sebastien Buemi – the team test and reserve driver who has confirmed that he is to stay during 2012. So that makes a trio of skillful racers with the potential of bringing a very serious competition to this year’s season.

    Sebastien Buemi said: “It’s good to remain with Red Bull for another year and have this opportunity with the World Championship winning team. I would prefer to be driving at the races of course, but working with Red Bull Racing on the development of their car and providing them with feedback throughout the season is the next best thing.”

    Christian Horner commented: “It was entirely logical for Sebastien to continue with Red Bull having been a member of the Junior Team since 2004. He already knows the team well from his time with us in 2008 and has gained significant race experience over the past three years. He will complete important test and simulation work for us throughout the year and will be in attendance at each grand prix.”

    Red Bull Racing (2012)
    Red Bull Racing (2012)

    Source: Red Bull Racing

  • 2011 Infiniti M37S

    Red Bull Racing driver Mark Webber began his preparations for the British Grand Prix early this week. He had some fun at the race track with a high performance Infiniti M37S.

    Webber demonstrated the true performance of the road car, lapping at high speed in varying conditions. He also completed an in-depth interview looking ahead to this weekend. Last year, Mark took a memorable victory in Red Bull Racing’s home, so the expectations this year are huge.

    Infiniti M37S is powered by a 3.7-litre V6 petrol with VVEL delivering 320ps (235 kW) at 7000RPM. The engine is mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission with manual mode & magnesium paddle shifts and all power is put on the road through the rear wheels. 0 to 100km/h takes 6.2 seconds.

    2011 Infiniti M37S

    2011 Infiniti M37S

    • Engine:
      3.7-litre V6 petrol VVEL (Variable Valve Event & Lift)
    • Power:
      235kw (320ps) at 7 000RPM
    • Transmission:
      7-speed automatic transmission with manual mode & magnesium paddle shifts
      Rear-wheel drive with four-wheel active steer (4WAS)
    • Performance:
      0-100km/h: 6.2 seconds

    Source: Infiniti

  • 2010 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – Results

    Sebastian Vettel is the new F1 world champion. He has 1st crossed the finish line in Abu Dhabi and won 25 points, which ensured his top position for this season.

    Vettel had even more luck, when his opponent for the title – Fernando Alonso was stuck on 7th place and won just 6 points. The main reason was Vitaly Petrov in a Renault and after the finish Alonso let his emotions as he gesticulated angrily at Russian Petrov after the chequered flag.

    Mark Webber finished just 8th and in the championship 3rd. (more…)

  • 2010 Brazilian Grand Prix – Results

    Red Bull made it, they finally managed to secure their first place in constructors world championship, after this Sunday at Interlagos.

    “To do this after six seasons is great,” commented team boss Christian Horner on BBC.

    Mark Webber finished second in Brazil and he is 8 points behind Fernando Alonso. Remember, that there is only one race to go – Abu Dhabi finale.

    Sebastian Vettel stole the first position and now he is 15 points behind the leader and Lewis Hamilton finished in 4th place, so he is 24 points behind. (more…)

  • 2010 Korean Grand Prix – results and comments

    The Korean Grand Prix was extremely interesting. The leader Mark Webber lost his 14-point lead with a crash on the wet track and his Red Bull teammate Sebastian Vettel failed, too. He had a major problem with the engine of the Renault.

    “Totally my mistake,” commented Mark Webber after his crash, which also took out Nico Rosberg.

    The new championship leader is Fernando Alonso, who went 11 points ahead of Webber with two races to go.

    The third in the championship is Lewis Hamilton, who has finished second in Korea. He is 21 points behind. (more…)

  • The World’s Best Drivers And Riders Gather At The Goodwood Festival Of Speed To Entertain The World’s Best Dads

    With Father’s Day just weeks away (Sunday 21 June), Goodwood is encouraging all good sons and daughters to show just how much they appreciate their dad, by treating him to a visit for this year’s Festival of Speed, being held at Goodwood House from 3-5 July.

    The Festival of Speed is firmly established as the world’s biggest celebration of the history of motor sport. Your hero (your dad) will be able to see a huge number of his favourite motor sport heroes in action, as many compete against the clock on the challenging 1.16-mile Goodwood Hill. (more…)