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7 Dec 2005, 10:54 (Ref:1478814) | #1 | ||
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Williams sign up to Concorde Agreement
Interesting news, but perhaps doesn't come as much of a surprise, after losing backing from BMW.
http://www.grandprix.com/ns/ns16002.html I wonder if this will have implications with Williams sourcing Toyota engines for '08? |
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How many teams have now signed up?
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7 Dec 2005, 12:11 (Ref:1478862) | #3 | |
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That's five now,Ferrari,RBR,STR,MF1 and Williams,who need the money.
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7 Dec 2005, 13:48 (Ref:1478933) | #6 | ||
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If the manufacturer's don't sign up I don't think Williams will have a problem in 08. F1 will be run on Ferrari and Cosworth engines. And with Ferrari probably not being able to produce that many engines - cosworth will pick up the slack and with the $ from probably 7 or 8 teams, they could churn out a pretty decent engine.
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7 Dec 2005, 15:10 (Ref:1478987) | #7 | ||
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Its only a matter of time... One by one, they will sign on.
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7 Dec 2005, 15:19 (Ref:1478990) | #8 | ||
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It's still basically Ferrari plus the non-manufacturer teams V the other manufacturers, so we could be some way off from a resolution. Williams signing up is no surprise, and probably thed most logical move for them at this juncture.
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7 Dec 2005, 17:34 (Ref:1479064) | #9 | ||
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I think the Williams' signing was just a matter of time. I also think that the Manufacturers will sign up too at the end. I think they are just bargaining for more money
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8 Dec 2005, 04:06 (Ref:1479380) | #10 | ||
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It's very much a case of who blinks last, with Bernie holding the upper hand but the GPMA has some strong cards and resolve. But I think they'll sign on eventually, once the deal is right.
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8 Dec 2005, 07:22 (Ref:1479437) | #11 | ||
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I do hope they sign up fast, because i'm sick of all the hypocritical statements issued by GPMA "objective...benefit ...in particular the fans".
All the hot air and big talk, it's simply down to wanting to squeeze more cash and control for THEMSELVES. They (led by a couple of teams) complain of unfair FIA treatment and want equality. So how better to acheive "fairness" than to doubt everything not in their favor and pressure FIA to make changes to the appeal courts? So fairness is now defined as "things are only fair if it's in the manufacturers favour" huh? It's telling that even Frank Williams note that the GPMA is causing "damaging uncertainty over" F1. These manufacturers, some who just recently join (Toyota) or rejoin (BMW, Honda - who leave without caring 2 hoots about F1 because it's better for their own company) risk F1 simply for their own gain. FIA may not be perfect, far from it... but i rather believe in the lesser of the two evils. It's interesting to note that GPMA's approach to improving the sports is to make DEMANDS to the FIA and making plans of alternative series to THREATEN F1. FIA on the otherhand gets the blame and stick for actually WORKING to establish proposals and ideas (qualifying and new regulations/reforms/surveys/etc) to reorganize F1. One talks the talk. The other speaks with actions. When did GPMA ever ask what fans wanted. On the fair side, i believe that in any system, there shouldn't be a dictator or dominanting system that see no opposition. Oppositions help to keep the dominant power in check and to push for improvment. But i just think GPMA is the wrong way about it. They are not even honest about the intentions, work behind disguise of it's true purpose, and gives more talk than action. |
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I think you will find Toyota will be the next one to sign...
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Indeed, i believe that to be the case too.
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8 Dec 2005, 14:48 (Ref:1479764) | #14 | |
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Before Williams signed to Bridgestone I would have that Toyota would have been the likeliest next candidates.
A surprising, yet predictable move from Williams, and I would expect Toyota to follow suit quite swiftly. |
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Why are you sure it will be toyota next?
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The Bridgestone connection is the only thing differnetiating them from the other GPMA teams, and I'm not sure that's significant enough to affect their thinking.
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Get Toyota on board and Honda will surely follow (or vice versa). The Japanese giants will be the key to getting everyone signed up to the new Concorde Agreement and like mentioned above, a Fuji GP guarentee might just sway Toyota into signing.
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Toyota are one of the newest teams, they've had a lot of help from Bernard E. and have just joined Bridgestone. The F1 vs. GPWC spat is basically the Bridgestone teams versus the Michelin teams: if you change your tyre supplier that's a big statement to make.
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Red Bull and Toro Rosso are on Michelins
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I doubt much more will happen until Sept next year when the GPMA agreement lapses, then it may get interesting...
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I thought STR were on Bridgestones; when did they anounce Michelins?
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Quote:"F1 vs. GPWC spat is basically the Bridgestone teams versus the Michelin teams"
Slight clarification. It's a manufacturers vs FIA issue. Michelin with it's relationship with the manufacturers, and with their spat against FIA is properly placed to extend that strained relationship. Bridgestone, as a strong technical partner of Ferrari, aligns themselves with FIA. However, that doesn't make it a problem if Michelin teams decide to switch over to FIA's side. By any rate, we're moving towards a single tyres manufacturer, and with Bridgestone holding a high chance in being the lone supplier, it's no surprise that teams like Williams and Toyota, who are sooner or later on FIA's side, make the switch earlier to get in some miles with BS. And Williams is going to use Toyota engines next year..arn't they? I can't see that partnership lasting just 1 season. With Toyota in it, effectively the GPMA is a dead concept. That's why it's evolving constantly, despite taking a hardline in the public, to save itself face comes the day it collapse. I can just imagine the statement "we believe we've contributed and fought for the improvement of F1 and its always our intention to promote this outcome for the best of everyone". If i'm not mistaken, yes, STR will run on Michelins. Red Bull Racing wants STR on Michelins, and Michelin can't say no due to the 60% rule. Strange as they must really be betting on Michelin staying in F1 for long, or believe that short term Michelin provides a bigger chance of success. At any rate, Michelin isn't too pleased with Red Bull for the against Michelin's votes in recent meetings regarding tyre regulations. |
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