George Howson
George Howson is an F1 Chronicle contributor and FIA accredited journalist with over 20 years of experience following Formula 1. A member of the AIPS International Sports Press Association, George has covered F1 races at circuits around the world, bringing deep knowledge and first-hand insight to every race report and analysis he writes.
F1 Qualifying Formats: From Q1 to Q3
Formula 1 qualifying is split into Q1, Q2, and Q3, ...
How is the DRS detection zone determined in Formula 1?
Update: DRS was removed in 2026, it was replaced by ...
Formula 1 Cooling Systems: How Do They Differ From Regular Cars?
Formula 1 cooling systems are far more advanced than regular ...
How Many Times Can You Use DRS In F1?
Update: DRS was removed in 2026, it was replaced by ...
How Many Tires Are F1 Teams Allowed?
F1 drivers get 13 dry, 4 intermediate, and 3 wet ...
How High Can An F1 Engine Rev?
Current F1 engines are limited to 15,000 RPM by FIA ...
Why Do Formula 1 Tyres Wear So Quickly?
Formula 1 tyres use soft rubber compounds to maximise grip, ...
What Is The Cockpit In F1?
The cockpit in Formula 1 represents the driver’s enclosed workspace ...
What Does Prix Mean In Grand Prix?
"Grand Prix" means "Great Prize" in French, signifying the significance ...
How Do F1 Teams Make Carbon Parts?
Formula 1 teams manufacture carbon fibre parts using a highly ...
How Is CFD Used In F1?
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is used in Formula 1 to ...
Are Le Mans Cars Faster Than F1?
The age-old debate between Formula 1 and Le Mans cars ...
What RPM Do F1 Drivers Shift At?
Formula 1 drivers typically shift gears at strategic RPM points ...
What Is The Purpose Of The Parc Fermé Rule In Formula 1?
The parc fermé rule in Formula 1 locks cars into ...