New simulator won't change things - Raikkonen
ESPN Staff
December 26, 2012
Kimi Raikkonen believes Lotus's new simulator will be of little use to him next season as he prefers to do the majority of his work at actual circuits.
The new simulator at Enstone was first used by Romain Grosjean ahead of this year's US Grand Prix after the team invested in it to bring its facilities closer to those at its rivals' factories. At the time Grosjean said he was hoping it would help "for testing the things that we don't have time to test on track", but Raikkonen is not keen on the new addition.
"I've never been a big fan of those and you never get as close to what real driving on the circuit is," Raikkonen said. "We can probably do a lot of things to learn the circuits and stuff like that, but I don't think this is really going to change things."
Raikkonen believes Lotus success going forward will be down to the whole team continuing to work together as it has this year.
"It's the whole game together; there are a lot of people involved and you cannot make it happen by yourself," he said. "It's just the team work and everybody trying to do the same thing and deliver the best that we can. I think it's been a good atmosphere in the team."
Lotus, the E21, Kimi and Romain!
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Former world champion Kimi Raikkonen and teammate Romain Grosjean look back on Lotus's performance in the 2012 Formula 1 season.
http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0 ... 60,00.html
If you can't watch it, then I'll upload it.
http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0 ... 60,00.html
If you can't watch it, then I'll upload it.
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That'd be good if you can upload it, iceman1. Thank you in advance and have a Happy New Year to all!If you can't watch it, then I'll upload it.
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Dude I was kiddingiceT wrote:That'd be good if you can upload it, iceman1. Thank you in advance and have a Happy New Year to all!If you can't watch it, then I'll upload it.
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Great video! 
Thank you iceman1!
Thank you iceman1!
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Nice job, iceman1.. Cheers, mate!
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Watching the 2012 DVD. Kimi in Spa: "I know what I'm doing so just be quiet" 
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Well, I think he got his point across since then!phil1993 wrote:Watching the 2012 DVD. Kimi in Spa: "I know what I'm doing so just be quiet"
I think there was something like that in Hungary too. The team were worried Kimi is too slow, but he told them not to worry, he just saves his tyres.The series of fast laps later finally convinced them, there's nothing wrong with Kimi or his car.
"Disappointments are part of the game. It’s how you deal with them that matters"
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http://www.jamesallenonf1.com/2013/01/l ... -for-2013/Lotus F1 boss Gerard Lopez has set his team a bold objective for this season: finish in the top three of the Constructors’ championship table this year and end the season on the same level as the best teams.
If Romain can deliver, then why not? but then again, you have to remember if you want to finish 3rd you have to beat either Ferrari or Mclaren.
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I think 3rd will be very hard for them - it depends how well Grosjean drives against the likes of Massa and Perez.
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Press Release:
"Lotus F1 Team to embark on new journey with Henri-Lloyd
World leading British marine clothing & lifestyle apparel specialists Henri-Lloyd commence new partnership with Lotus F1 Team, with a new range of travel clothing for the team and consumers.
On the occasion of the London Boat Show, Lotus F1 Team welcomes a new partnership with respected British clothing manufacturer, Henri-Lloyd. The relationship will see Lotus F1 Team personnel wearing Henri-Lloyd clothing whilst travelling as well as a Lotus F1 Team range of travel clothing being launched, available in Henri-Lloyd stores and to team partners.
The partnership will continue to expand over the coming seasons to see Henri-Lloyd take advantage of Lotus F1 Team’s business and marketing channel as Henri-Lloyd looks to develop new markets.
Founded and based in Manchester, England, Henri-Lloyd is extremely proud of its British heritage and delighted to be supporting the Oxfordshire based British team, using the shared values to continue its product development ambitions in the unique environment of Formula 1.
Eric Boullier, Team Principal, Lotus F1 Team:
"Henri-Lloyd is a fantastic brand which shares the same passion and ambition as Lotus F1 Team. That our distinctive colours will be represented in the high streets with a quality range of clothing is great for the team, great for Henri-Lloyd and great for discerning consumers. The long journey to Melbourne for the first race of the season will be all the more stylish for us. We look forward to growing this partnership over the coming years."
Paul Strzelecki, Joint Chief Executive of Henri-Lloyd:
"We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Lotus F1 Team, a team that reflects our proud British heritage, product technology and innovation. We are very excited about our future together and wish the team every success in the 2013 season"
Henri-Lloyd – 50 years of Originality
In 2013 this proud family run company will be celebrating half a century as one of the market leaders in technical sailing and lifestyle apparel and has paved the way for all modern foul weather clothing, setting the standards throughout the generations for performance and comfort.
Founded in 1963 in Manchester, England by Mr Henri Strzelecki and managed by his son’s Martin and Paul since the 1980s, this British specialist clothing brand has pioneered the development of modern foul weather clothing technology and design. Starting from the very early days with Mr Henri the company introduced a number of design firsts which are now accepted as industry standards including; the first ever Bri-Nylon® garment with hand taped seams, the first integral safety harness, the first non corrosive zip and the use of Velcro® as a closure on garments to name but a few.
Henri-Lloyd’s association with the world’s sailing elite includes working with early pioneers of solo circumnavigation and exploration Sir Francis Chichester, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, Sir Alec Rose, Sir Ranulph Fiennes and over the past twenty years with Sir Ben Ainslie , quadruple Olympic Gold Medallist. Henri-Lloyd are also proud to have had gear worn in almost every major Round the World Race over the past five decades, allowing Henri-Lloyd to stay at the forefront of intelligent innovation.
Henri-Lloyd’s strong international presence sees the brand represented in over 50 countries worldwide."
"Lotus F1 Team to embark on new journey with Henri-Lloyd
World leading British marine clothing & lifestyle apparel specialists Henri-Lloyd commence new partnership with Lotus F1 Team, with a new range of travel clothing for the team and consumers.
On the occasion of the London Boat Show, Lotus F1 Team welcomes a new partnership with respected British clothing manufacturer, Henri-Lloyd. The relationship will see Lotus F1 Team personnel wearing Henri-Lloyd clothing whilst travelling as well as a Lotus F1 Team range of travel clothing being launched, available in Henri-Lloyd stores and to team partners.
The partnership will continue to expand over the coming seasons to see Henri-Lloyd take advantage of Lotus F1 Team’s business and marketing channel as Henri-Lloyd looks to develop new markets.
Founded and based in Manchester, England, Henri-Lloyd is extremely proud of its British heritage and delighted to be supporting the Oxfordshire based British team, using the shared values to continue its product development ambitions in the unique environment of Formula 1.
Eric Boullier, Team Principal, Lotus F1 Team:
"Henri-Lloyd is a fantastic brand which shares the same passion and ambition as Lotus F1 Team. That our distinctive colours will be represented in the high streets with a quality range of clothing is great for the team, great for Henri-Lloyd and great for discerning consumers. The long journey to Melbourne for the first race of the season will be all the more stylish for us. We look forward to growing this partnership over the coming years."
Paul Strzelecki, Joint Chief Executive of Henri-Lloyd:
"We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Lotus F1 Team, a team that reflects our proud British heritage, product technology and innovation. We are very excited about our future together and wish the team every success in the 2013 season"
Henri-Lloyd – 50 years of Originality
In 2013 this proud family run company will be celebrating half a century as one of the market leaders in technical sailing and lifestyle apparel and has paved the way for all modern foul weather clothing, setting the standards throughout the generations for performance and comfort.
Founded in 1963 in Manchester, England by Mr Henri Strzelecki and managed by his son’s Martin and Paul since the 1980s, this British specialist clothing brand has pioneered the development of modern foul weather clothing technology and design. Starting from the very early days with Mr Henri the company introduced a number of design firsts which are now accepted as industry standards including; the first ever Bri-Nylon® garment with hand taped seams, the first integral safety harness, the first non corrosive zip and the use of Velcro® as a closure on garments to name but a few.
Henri-Lloyd’s association with the world’s sailing elite includes working with early pioneers of solo circumnavigation and exploration Sir Francis Chichester, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, Sir Alec Rose, Sir Ranulph Fiennes and over the past twenty years with Sir Ben Ainslie , quadruple Olympic Gold Medallist. Henri-Lloyd are also proud to have had gear worn in almost every major Round the World Race over the past five decades, allowing Henri-Lloyd to stay at the forefront of intelligent innovation.
Henri-Lloyd’s strong international presence sees the brand represented in over 50 countries worldwide."
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Oh God that livery... blergh.
Stepped nose? Or just the nose from last year's car on this year's car? As I think last year's unveiling had bits from the 2011 car on.
Stepped nose? Or just the nose from last year's car on this year's car? As I think last year's unveiling had bits from the 2011 car on.
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Stepped nose is legal, looks like an E21 rather than a tweaked E20.
I guess the red is waiting for the Honeywell deal...
I guess the red is waiting for the Honeywell deal...
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I really like the red liverydonald29 wrote:Oh God that livery... blergh.
Stepped nose? Or just the nose from last year's car on this year's car? As I think last year's unveiling had bits from the 2011 car on.
Yeah most teams do that. Hide the front and rear wings till the 2nd or 3rd wintertesting.