Circuit: Circuit de Catalunya – 4.655 kms; Driver: Sébastien Buemi; Chassis: STR5-02; Best time: 1:22.135, 88 laps
Sébastien Buemi completed the team’s final pre-season testing in Spain today.
STR5 Test Drive : Day3
March 3rd, 2010 
admin Circuit: Circuit de Catalunya – 4.655 kms; Driver: Sébastien Buemi; Chassis: STR5-02; Best time: 1:21.413, 106 laps
Chief Engineer, Laurent Mekies said: “Today’s programme was supposed to be a repeat of yesterday’s – pit stop practice in the morning, followed by a race simulation in the afternoon – with Sébastien taking over from Jaime. However, the morning rain slightly altered the plans, although we were able to complete the race simulation, as there were only two periods of light drizzle in the afternoon.”
At the end of the session Buemi said: “Despite the rain, my first day in Barcelona has gone well. Carrying out a race simulation was very useful and it was particularly interesting to see how the tyre behaviour changed depending on the fuel load. In the races, it will be important to drive smoothly, as on full tanks it is very easy to damage the tyres if you slide too much. Today was good and so we can try and improve a bit more tomorrow, our last chance before Bahrain.”
Technical Director, Giorgio Ascanelli said: “With just one more day of pre-season testing remaining, It is very encouraging that we have successfully completed two race simulations on two consecutive days.”
STR5 Test Drive : Day2
March 1st, 2010 admin Circuit: Circuit de Catalunya – 4.655 kms; Driver: Jaime Alguersuari; Chassis: STR5-02; Best time: 1:21.571, 104 laps
Listening to the radio conversation between the pit wall and the car this afternoon, you could be forgiven for thinking this was a grand prix Sunday.
STR5 Test Drive : Day 1
March 1st, 2010 admin Circuit: Circuit de Catalunya – 4.655 kms ; Driver: Jaime Alguersuari; Chassis: STR5-02; Best time: 1:24.869, 111 laps
In the words of Swedish rock group, Europe: “it’s the final countdown.” Eleven teams began a four day test in Barcelona, the last session of the winter, before the serious business begins in Bahrain in a couple of weeks.
Scuderia Toro Rosso launched STR5 for 2010 race
March 1st, 2010 admin As some of you may have heard of the new STR car ‘STR5′ which launched in Valencia earlier this month. The car represents a first for the former Minardi team, as the STR5 is the first chassis to be designed and built by the team. Scuderia Toro Rosso previously used a similar chassis to that of parent team Red Bull Racing, the rules allowing this to happen. However, with a change in the regulations comes a change in the car .
The New STR5
Wheel101 : All about TERMS
January 17th, 2010 admin By Wheel Master
What does Offset mean?
Offset is the distance between the hub mounting face at the back of the wheel and the wheel’s centraline.
Offset is usually stamped or engraved into the wheel and is measured in millimetres of ‘ET’ [ET is the short form of the German word 'Einpresstiefe' which literally translates as 'insertion depth']
Rumour has it – - BATMAN NEW RIDE !!
January 15th, 2010 admin By Kevin
Rumors about new Batman ride (which ,for me, is equivalent to a sneak of Bond’s girl) . This Lamborghini will , possibly , be the next Batman Mobil. How cool is that!!!
Wheel VS. Wife
January 15th, 2010 admin Just the other day, I was admiring a friend’s new ride. The car looks absolutely fabulous. The car would look better if it is lowered but the OE wheels are simply hideous. Hence, I suggested that he should get it change, after all who the heck run on OE wheels nowadays. I was shocked when told me that he dumped all his money on his wedding and saving for his big day, so no plans to mod his car till then. I respect the sanctity of marriage but I think he’s not getting his priorities right – driving around in a brand new ride with the OE wheels, is like walking into a fine dining restaurant garb in an Armani suit and slippers.
I tried to talk some senses into him why the wheels should come before marriage:
1. Wheels : You own the wheels.
Wife : She owns you!
2. Wheels : Polygamy.
Wife : Monogamy.
3. Wheels : Four hub rings. (Less than a hundred.)
Wife : Engagement and wedding ring. (3 months salary!)
4. Wife: You got to stick with your wife for better or worse. Once you took the vow,there’s no turning back. If you intend to change your mind, read point number 5.
Wheels : If it looks better, then you keep it for a few more years. If it looks worse, you get it change after your next paycheck.
5. Wife : If you divorce her, you lose half of your assets (or more!)
Wheels : If you intend to ‘divorce’ your current set of wheels, you can even trade in the old ones to subsidize the new set.
6. Wheels : The specs will never change.
Wife : The specs will change.
7. Wheels : Sometimes, the retailer will throw in a freebie.
Wife : The only freebie that comes along is a bun in the oven, which is going to cost you a bomb 9 months down the road.
8. Wheels : One time investment.
Wife : Eternal investment.
9. Wheels : Bling-bling!
Wife: You’ll never stop paying for her bling!
10. Wheels : Simple.
Wife : Complicated.
The list could go on and on. Hopefully, he’ll come to his senses and do some justice to his car
By Rodney
Just the other day, I was admiring a friend’s new ride. The car looks absolutely fabulous. The car would look better if it is lowered but the OE wheels are simply hideous. Hence, I suggested that he should get it change, after all who the heck run on OE wheels nowadays. I was shocked when told me that he dumped all his money on his wedding and saving for his big day, so no plans to mod his car till then. I respect the sanctity of marriage but I think he’s not getting his priorities right – driving around in a brand new ride with the OE wheels, is like walking into a fine dining restaurant garb in an Armani suit and slippers.
I tried to talk some senses into him why the wheels should come before marriage:
Wheels : You own the wheels.
Wife : She owns you!
……………………………………………
Wheels : Polygamy.
Wife : Monogamy.
…………………………………………………
Wheels : Four hub rings. (Less than a hundred.)
Wife : Engagement and wedding ring. (3 months salary!)
…………………………………………
Wheels : If it looks better, then you keep it for a few more years. If it looks worse, you get it change after your next paycheck.
Wife: You got to stick with your wife for better or worse. Once you took the vow,there’s no turning back. If you intend to change your mind, read the next one.
Wheel101 : Alloy Wheel VS Forged Wheel
January 13th, 2010 admin By Wheel Master
Forging uses intense heat and pressure to transform a [solid} slug of alloy material into the final shape of a wheel. Forged aluminum is stronger than cast aluminum, yet less material is needed to produce the same "cast alloy wheel", which results in a lighter product. Because of the basic limitations inherent in forging, most forged wheels are two or three piece units. In two-piece construction, a centre is forged and welded or bolted into a spun or stamped outer rim. In a three-piece wheel, the centre is bolted to an inner and an outer rim half. This stands as an advantage of being easily customizable for a variety of widths and offsets.
Forged wheel - Rather basic design
Forged wheels
Advanti BIG and CONSECUTIVE in Cairo !!
January 12th, 2010 admin By Advanti
If you happen to drive on the highway from Cairo to Alexandra ,you cannot miss these Three-Consecutive-Double-Faced Advanti billboards on the way!! They are super cool and standing out! Prove how much the Egyptians love speed !!
Consecutive Advanti Billboard in Egypt