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How An F1 Gearbox Works (I went to the factory)
Formula 1 gearboxes are a marvel of modern engineering. They handle over 1,000 horsepower, execute more than 4,000 gear shifts during a...
The Incredible Story of the Jet Powered F1 Car
One of the most unusual cars to ever grace a Formula 1 track, the Lotus 56, redefined motorsport engineering by pushing boundaries and...
How Formula 1 Brakes Work
Uncovering F1 Braking Technology: The Mechanics Behind Formula 1 Brakes Formula 1 braking systems are marvels of engineering, designed to...
When F1 Ran at The Nurburgring
Formula 1 and the Nürburgring’s Nordschleife circuit share a storied history. Known as the world's longest and most dangerous track, the...
Why McLaren Are Now So Fast
This year’s F1 season has taken a thrilling turn, with McLaren charging forward in the standings alongside Ferrari and Mercedes. The...
F1’s Cheating Scandal of 1994
In the high-stakes world of Formula 1, the 1994 season stands out as one of the most controversial. It wasn’t just about speed and...
Driver61’s Ultimate F1 Setup Guide
At Driver61, we receive a lot of requests for setup advice on the F1 gaming franchise. Whether you're new or experienced with vehicle...
Pedal Settings in F1 2021
Introduction Sim racing can be an expensive hobby, with drivers investing some serious money into their rigs and setups. Overlooking the...
How to Choose the Right Sim Wheel
Introduction Passionate motorsport enthusiasts and gamers have been dipping their toes into sim racing for a long time now. If you are...
F1 2021 FFB Settings Guide
Intro In this article, Driver61 hopes to give you a full step by step guide to FFB in the new F1 2021 racing game. Whether you are...
How to set FOV in F1 2021
Introduction FOV (Field of View) is a topic that generates a lot of discussion at Driver61. It is a fundamental part of any sim racing...
Driver61’s Top 5 Tips for Getting Faster at Karting
Intro At Driver61, we understand that the majority of motorsport enthusiasts are keen to get involved with the sport. Often, the easiest...
How to be FASTER Without Traction Control in Gran Turismo Sport
Introduction Due to its number of users, competition within GT Sport is incredibly high. Top-level drivers are going to extreme lengths to...
Gran Tursimo Sport Top 5 Tips
Introduction Gran Turismo is undoubtedly the most popular racing franchise to ever hit console. With heated discussions in the online...
How to Drive Without Traction Control in F1 2021
Introduction Traction Control is a big topic of discussion within the F1 community. The realism and driveability of an F1 car in the F1...
Assetto Corsa Competizione Ultimate Setup Guide
At Driver61, we have been working hard to produce a complete and fully comprehensive setup guide for...
Assetto Corsa Competizione Top 5 Tips
Introduction Assetto Corsa Competizione can be a difficult Sim to pick up and learn quickly. It is arguably one of the most advanced Sim...
Pedal Settings in ACC
In the world of sim racing, drivers will constantly search for the next big upgrade, whether investing in big monitors, direct drive...
Assetto Corsa Competizione FFB Setup Guide
Intro This article is Driver61’s recommended FFB setup guide in Assetto Corsa Competizione on both Console and PC. Whether you are a new...
Is 10 000 hours of practice necessary? | Youth61
Does practice really make perfect? Everyone has heard the saying “practice makes perfect”. You were probably told this as a child and you...
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