F1 2026: US GP - Miami (May 3rd)

M5Rick · 04-30-2026, 06:33 AM

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Racing Bulls unveils vibrant yellow Miami livery

My friend, MAX is not going anywhere else, he has RBR in his Belgian veins whatever is offered, whatever the distractions.

M5Rick · 04-30-2026, 08:50 AM

The weather is not looking great for the MGP with heavy rain storms threatening the venue coming from the Denver mountains, seems we have the Miami good weather here at the moment with a sweltering high of 22C today.

omgzirra_exe · 04-30-2026, 09:40 AM

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The weather is not looking great for the MGP with heavy rain storms threatening the venue coming from the Denver mountains, seems we have the Miami good weather here at the moment with a sweltering high of 22C today.

how is the F10 M5?

if anything i was checking the prices of the F90 M5s and they seem to be in a good price range.

G30M · 04-30-2026, 02:38 PM

let the hype continue to build ...

Car-Addicted · 04-30-2026, 03:20 PM

We pause to remember Roland Ratzenberger, who died at Imola on this day in 1994. ❤️

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Car-Addicted · 04-30-2026, 05:19 PM

I'm sorry but it just too funny not to repost

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M5Rick · 04-30-2026, 05:34 PM

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how is the F10 M5?

if anything i was checking the prices of the F90 M5s and they seem to be in a good price range.

Going like a train and very happy with it.

G30M · 05-01-2026, 12:04 AM

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I'm sorry but it just too funny not to repost

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wait ... all the hype and they will drive around behind safety car in wet tires? well at least we get to 'see' the wet tires

///M Power-Belgium · 05-01-2026, 03:11 AM

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Going like a train and very happy with it.

M5Rick · 05-01-2026, 03:43 AM

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Apparently not available over here at the moment just the 'mini wheels'.
https://www.amazon.com/Barilla-Colle...llezione+Pasta

Killed by Death · 05-01-2026, 07:32 AM

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Going like a train and very happy with it.

Al Dente is gross 🤮

Car-Addicted · 05-01-2026, 07:39 AM

Barilla Pasta and a KitKats.

///M Power-Belgium · 05-01-2026, 08:18 AM

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Al Dente is gross 🤮

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Barilla Pasta and a KitKats.

Car-Addicted · 05-01-2026, 08:37 AM

Nothing to worry about. The FIA will be reducing the torque when it rains.

///M Power-Belgium · 05-01-2026, 09:02 AM

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Nothing to worry about. The FIA will be reducing the torque when it rains.

Yeah . And remove the Duracell MOM (Manual Overtake Mode) button

omgzirra_exe · 05-01-2026, 09:05 AM

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best eyetalian pasta on the market.

3798j · 05-01-2026, 09:26 AM

Colton Herta fastest in F2 1st practice. Nice if he could duplicate P1 in qualification. Qualies today 2:30 EDT

M5Rick · 05-01-2026, 11:29 AM

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Al Dente is gross 🤮

Try Capellini so called Angel Hair pasta, quick cook and soft.

M5Rick · 05-01-2026, 11:31 AM

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Barilla Pasta and a KitKats.

Just had a couple KK's after dinner (naughty me

afadeev · 05-01-2026, 11:43 AM

FP1, and despite all the upgrades, the packing order remains roughly the same (RB and Caddy Dare on Mediums, everyone else on Hards):

afadeev · 05-01-2026, 12:16 PM

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According to a Kiel Institute for the World Economy study, BYD received at least €3.4 billion ($3.7 billion) in direct Chinese government subsidies between 2018 and 2022 to dominate the electric vehicle market. Subsidies jumped from €220 million in 2020 to €2.1 billion in 2022, with further financial support continuing into 2024.
Key findings regarding BYD's direct aid include:

You think that is a free market?

Do recall that US "invested" $80B in the automotive industry (GM, Chrysler, but not Ford) bailout (2008-2010), primarily through the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP).

You think $3.7B BYD got from China even matters in that context?

My point is that corrupt government meddling in free markets should be contained, not increased or justified!

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Concerns about back-doors in communication equipment from certain vendors have no direct reference to concerns over cars or any other imports.

I can't even reply to that with out insulting you so I will take a pass.

Do try.
I have extensive direct professional experience with both industries (telematics in particular), and could help you learn a few things on the subject, if you were so inclined.

Cheers,
a

3798j · 05-01-2026, 12:39 PM

Leclerc set the pace on both the hard and soft tyres in FP1.

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