Unstoppable - Blackbird Automotive Journal
Charles Leclerc nailed his final qualifying lap around Monza to finish Q3 to finish about a tenth-and-a-half quicker than Max Verstappen. However, due to the Dutchman’s five-place grid penalty for taking a new internal combustion engine (ICE), Verstappen’s qualifying setup optimized his RB18 with a higher downforce setup for race day.
» A Brilliant Comeback - Blackbird Automotive Journal
Lewis Hamilton won the 2021 Spanish Grand Prix for a record-equalling fifth year in a row after his Mercedes team’s brilliant tyre strategy set the Brit up for a late charge that saw him catch and pass race leader and title rival Max Verstappen with six laps remaining.
» A Fresh Look - Blackbird Automotive Journal
Apr 18, 2023 · 2024 Mercedes‑Benz GLS models. Mercedes-Benz has given its full GLS lineup — including the Maybach and AMG variants — a fresh look inside and out, with new software powering these models going on sale at the end of this year.
» Against All Odds - Blackbird Automotive Journal
Against all odds, Max Verstappen’s 8th win of the 2022 season was a personal triumph of superb performance, but Red Bull’s shrewd race craft powered it.
» Brilliant Breakthrough
Russell’s brilliant victory was also Mercedes’ first of the season, this breakthrough infusing the team with renewed energy to challenge Red Bull for the 2023 title.
» Red Revival - Blackbird Automotive Journal
Esteban Ocon (Alpine) was a solid fifth, holding his place on the grid and comfortably ahead of the battling Haas and McLaren drivers. Mick Schumacher (Haas) headed that pack in sixth for his second consecutive points and his career-best finish in Formula 1.
Señor Untouchable | Blackbird Automotive Journal
The run to Barcelona’s first corner is one of the longest on the calendar, which always makes things interesting. Hamilton made a perfect launch and quickly took command as Verstappen leapt into second at the first corner, with Lance Stroll streaking up the inside to gain two places, and pushing Bottas to fourth with Perez’ second Racing Point on his gearbox.
» Scintillating Spirit - Blackbird Automotive Journal
Fernando Alonso crossed the line in seventh despite being sent airborne and out of control after he collided with Lance Stroll at 180mph. The Spaniard was later demoted to 15th, as the FIA determined that Alpine returned Alonso to the track with an unsafe car.
» Domination - Blackbird Automotive Journal
Max Verstappen dominated the French Grand Prix after race leader Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari slipped from his control on Lap 18. Entering the high-speed Le Beausset, the Monegasque’s F1-75 snapped sideways and slammed into the barriers.
Runaway - Blackbird Automotive Journal
Thus, Ferrari arrived expecting only a modest Baku podium finish. However, the Scuderia realised a Sunday victory was very much in play thanks to Charles Leclerc’s stunning one-lap pole-winning speed and projected race pace, matched with Carlos Sainz’s equally aggressive fourth place.