History of Formula One

History Of Formula One

The history of Formula One has its roots in the European Grand Prix motor racing (q.v. for pre-1947 history) of the 1920s and 1930s. However, the foundation of Formula One began in 1946 with the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile's (FIA's) standardisation of rules. A World Drivers' Championship followed in 1950. The sport's history necessarily parallels the history of its technical regulations; see Formula One regulations for a summary of the technical rule changes. Although the world championship has always been the main focus of the category, non-championship Formula One races were held for many years. Due to the rising cost of competition, the last of these occurred in 1983. National championships existed in South Africa and the UK in the 1960s and 1970s.

Read more about History Of Formula One:  The Early Years, World Championship, Introduction of The Constructor's Championship and The Mid-engine Revolution, Technology Emerges, Sponsorship Arrives, Ferrari and McLaren At The Top, The Wing-cars and Ground Effect Era, The Rise of The Turbo, Dominance of McLaren and Williams, Safety, Rules and Regulations, End of The Privateer Era, Schumacher and Ferrari Ascend, Renault Displace Ferrari, McLaren and Ferrari Return To The Top, New Rules and Cutting Costs 2009–

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