F1 Japan Preview

Many have bemoaned the lack of Suzuka on the 2007 calendar, yet the Fuji Speedway makes for an interesting addition to this years season. Herman Tilke and his team have been let loose on this classic Japanese circuit, but what surprises lay in store for the drivers and the teams this weekend?

There are still aspects of the track that remain a mystery to even the most prepared in the paddock, but ING set us straight on the details as they rate this circuit against the best of the rest in the illustrious ING Race Index.

So join Sidepodcast as we take a leap into the great unknown for this year's Japanese Grand Prix.

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[coldhitz]

The race at Indi is great to see, but they should start running at a more technical circuit. Lagune Seca, or Barber would be better suited for the cars and fans would get a more exciting race.

[sidepodcast]

Laguna Seca would make an awesome F1 venue.

[klined]

it doesnt meant F1 safety specifications

[sidepodcast]

toyota ran there a while ago.  but you're right.

such a shame.

[JapanForSale]

Hmmm, the famous Fuji Speedway. Instantly recognizable, even though I've only "raced" on it in simulators. All the graphics appeal to my geeky side, even though I had no idea what any of the stats meant. I'd rank vehicle setup with 200 points, since I KNOW what's in store and I can't tune my car for the life of me.

All in all, good vid. Markedly different from the rest of YouTube, and I actually learned a bit of something new today.

[sidepodcast]

thank you :)

*blush*

[Alenyaa]

I have to say I really like her voice. Very nice to listen to her talking.

[PFRocker]

LOL you're funny. I guess you have powers to predict the future, only you're a month behind.

[ragang1]

lewis hamilton muz sure win the japan f1 race but he in singapore get 3rd in f1 championship lol

[KCclegg01]

Actually I posted the comment before the GP...it just arrived late!

[KCclegg01]

I confidently predict Lewis Hamilton will win this grandprix and set a new lap record!

Then the team will make a mistake in china taking the title to Brazil.

[lnicolosi]

NICE TRACK.........you would have to cheat to probably win here.....right Hamilton

[angelica14709]

NASCAR right, we all think something sucks.

[FlSHRFun]

More like one of the most intense sports ever. Don't judge a sport until you fully understand what it takes to compete. Salar is so ignorant.

As for Laguna Seca... that'd be dangerous.

[salarsvids]

worst sport ever

[ugarte88]

Corkscrew (sorry if i wrote it bad) is too steep for F1 cars. Also the track is a bit short for this type of races.

[deathpuppet16]

lol is that music at lik 1 min 2 1:10 from Final Fantasy 10?