Fernando Alonso says he will be satisfied just to help Renault get back on the pace this year, and will not be disappointed if he cannot join the title fight.

Adrian Sutil is relishing the chance to prove himself against his new team-mate.

Nick Heidfeld is about to start his ninth season as an F1 driver and says he is as excited and keen to get going as ever.

Ron Dennis to step down?

Heading into the season opening race in Australia in a fortnight BMW Sauber driver Robert Kubica has warned that the 2008 rule changes are placing much more emphasis on the driver and his abilities to get the most out of their tyres.

At the Australian Grand Prix, the medium and soft compound Bridgestone Potenza tyres will be used, the same specifications as used there last season. After winter testing, the tyre manufacturer is confident it has its selections right.