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Helmet cameras available to all drivers after F1 signs deal
Formula 1 has signed a deal to make integrated helmet cameras available for every driver on the 2023 grid.
After F1 has experimented with helmet camera technology over recent years, but yesterday Racing Force Group announced it had signed a deal for its Driver’s Eye camera to be used in the world championship for the 2023 season.
The camera, weighing just 1.43g and 8mm in diameter, is installed inside the interior padding of a drivers’ helmet. The group says the technology will be avilable to every driver on the grid no matter their helmet manufacturer.
Paffett named McLaren Extreme E sporting director
Former McLaren Formula 1 test driver and Venturi Formula E race driver Gary Paffett has named the new sporting director of McLaren’s Extreme E team.
Paffett had an extensive history of testing with McLaren from as early as January 2001. In late 2005, he became the team’s main test driver alongside racing successfully in the German DTM touring car series, testing for the team until 2013. He rejoins McLaren with their Extreme E team of Emma Gilmour and Tanner Foust after racing a season with Venturi in Formula E in 2018.
“I’m really excited to work with the group of close-knit people that we have in the team, including Emma and Tanner, who showed great progress and strong performances last season,” said Paffett.
“The target for the team is to continue that progression to move towards the front of the field. It’s a very competitive championship with some really fantastic teams and drivers involved, so it will be extremely tough competition.”
Miami GP expands grandstand capacity
Grandstand capacity for the second Miami Grand Prix will be increased by 3,000 for this year’s race, organizers have announced.
The race will also have 61 new hospitality suites and two additional luxury club spaces. General admission ticket holders will also be able to buy a ‘campus pass’ which will also grant access to the artificial marina and amenities on the inside of turns six and seven.
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Two-year, €11m Program Of Digital Communications & Safety Systems For Nordschleife Begins (Daily Sportscar)
“The 21-kilometre-long Nordschleife is set to benefit from an 11 million euro investment in state-of-the-art digital communications, HD trackside cameras and safety warning systems. The AI is intended to recognize dangers, accidents or other unscheduled events on the route and to support the operations center in taking immediate action.”
Gazanfar Jafarli: An Azerbaijani on Formula 1 tracks (Aze.Media)
“Here is an abundance of locations around the world that would make for ideal venues to host Formula One races, including private club tracks where the quality of the pavement is of paramount importance. Furthermore, the emergence of autonomous vehicles and the rapid advancement of automotive technology has created a demand for specialized testing facilities. The future is uncertain, and it remains to be seen where the evolution of these industries will lead us.”
ESL R1: Racing Released (ESL R1)
A new €500,000 esports competition for the unreleased racing simulation platform has been announced, featuring entries from Mercedes, Williams, Team Redline and famous esports team FaZe Clan.
Safety first: Formula E’s vital role in enhancing volunteer expertise (FIA)
“The FIA is working in close collaboration with ASNs in countries visited by the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship to leave behind a positive legacy and develop local skills for the benefit of the wider motorsport community. As a case in point, ahead of the first round of the 2022-23 Formula E campaign in Mexico City earlier this month, the circuit’s marshals received training in two vital areas – e-safety and vehicle recovery.”
10 Things F1 Driver Alex Albon Can’t Live Without (GQ Sports via YouTube)
“There are a few things Formula One driver Alex Albon can’t live without. From his Oculus Rift and some AirTags to his circuit ID and a pair of Crocs, here are the Williams Racing driver’s essentials.”
Meet the Paddock // Stefano Sordo (IndyCar via YouTube)
“Get to know Stefano, his experience and his plans for Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing’s Indy Car program.”
Does size really matter? Sim Racing screen size tested (Chris Haye via YouTube)
YouTuber Chris Haye tests racing in Assetto Corsa Competizione on 7”, 32”and 75” screens.
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Tomorrow. 
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— Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team (@ArrowMcLaren) January 23, 2023
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