Toyota was back in action for day two of its double-header Bahrain test today with race drivers Jarno Trulli and Timo Glock taking the wheel of the TF108. A warm and sunny morning made for perfect testing conditions and both drivers were kept busy working on programmes of mechanical set-up changes. Some development items were also evaluated and other systems checks were carried out, however both cars suffered gearbox issues in the afternoon, costing some time as repairs were carried out. Jarno will continue his programme on day three tomorrow, alongside third driver Kamui Kobayashi.

Plans to secure the future of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone have taken a significant step forward with the adoption of the Joint Silverstone Circuit Development Brief by South Northamptonshire Council's Cabinet Committee on Monday 4th February. 

Michael Schumacher has become the joint owner of a new German karting team.

Raikkonen continues to set Sakhir pace

Silverstone's redevelopment plans move step forward after council chiefs adopt blueprint.

Ferrari's F2008 was flying in the hands of Kimi Raikkonen in Bahrain on Tuesday.

On the second day of testing Kimi Raikkonen was once again the fastest driver at the Bahrain International circuit. The Formula One World Champion completed almost 80 laps in Bahrain, and was almost two seconds faster than his team-mate and the Toyota drivers.

Circuit de Catalunya boss says racist epithets aimed at Lewis Hamilton over the weekend's test at the track have been blown out of proportion.

Plans to secure Silverstone's future as a Formula One circuit receive the backing of a second local authority.

Your at-a-glance guide to the drivers and teams that will be competing in F1 in 2008.

Circuit de Catalunya boss Ramon Pradera believes coverage of the racism storm has been blown out of all proportion and stresses fans involved were swiftly dealt with.

Council gives Silverstone redevelopment major boost

Ex-world champ says FIA should consider ultimate sanction if racist taunts reappear.

Ferrari's $100 million head start

The director of the Barcelona circuit where Lewis Hamilton was racially abused will take steps to stop similar scenes at the Spanish GP.

Former Toyota test driver Franck Montagny enjoyed a three-day test at Sebring with the Forsythe/Pettit Racing team. The Frenchman considers a move to Champ Car and immediately showed he could fight for the championship being the fastest driver on track in two out of the three days in the US.

BMW motorsport director Mario Theissen is demanding further improvement from his team as they get to grips with initial balance issues with the new F1.08 and make progress upwards through the time sheets.