紹介
This book contains colour photos that highlight the sheer spectacle of Formula One[trademark]. Get to know what Formula One racing is all about. This book delves into the strategy, technology, and spirit needed to win a Formula One race. Every angle of a race weekend is covered in detail, from scrutineering to pitstops to podium. You'll also read about the rivalries and politics that have turned the sport into a global televised drama. Illustrated with colour photographs, "Formula One Racing For Dummies" will serve the die hard spectator or armchair fan alike. This book helps discover how to: identify race strategies; understand the role of each team member; master the latest rules and regulations; appreciate a Formula One car's cutting edge design; enjoy Formula One from the stands and on TV 'The Dummies Way'; explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information; icons and other navigational aids; tear out cheat sheet; top ten lists; and a dash of humour and fun.
目次
Introduction
PART I. FORMULA 1: ZIPPING/SPEEDING/CAREENING THROUGH THE BASICS
Chapter 1. Just the Formula 1 Facts, Man
Chapter 2. The Most Popular Sport in the World (20 pages)
Chapter 3. The Big Business of Formula 1
Chapter 4. Following The Rule Book
PART II. TEAMS, DRIVERS, AND THEIR CARS
Chapter 5. What Makes It Formula 1 (Understanding the F1 Racecar/Go Carts on Steroids: The Inner Workings of an F1 Car)
Chapter 6. The Race Team
Chapter 7. Who's In The Driver's Seat?
PART III. WHAT HAPPENS ON (AND OFF) THE TRACK
Chapter 8. Getting In The Race
Chapter 9. Race Day Strategies
Chapter 10. Pit Stops
Chapter 11. Winning It All
Chapter 12. Safety In Formula 1
PART IV. UNDERSTANDING FORMULA 1 TRACKS
Chapter 13. Track Basics and Racing Circuits
Chapter 14. Track and Driver
Chapter 15. A Look At Each Circuit
Chapter 16. Going To A Race
Chapter 17. Following Formula 1 Events
PART VI. THE PART OF TENS
Chapter 18. The Greatest Drivers Of All Time
Chapter 19. The Ten Best Races In History
Chapter 20. The Ten Things Not To Miss During The Season
Chapter 21. Ten Famous Names From The Past (team bosses and drivers)
Chapter 22. Formula 1's Future Stars
PART VII: APPENDIXES
Appendix A. Formula 1 Jargon
Appendix B. Formula 1 Records.
