Grand Prix Rejects

Nuppiz wrote:Jung's ban has been reduced to one year, and all of Tarantino Autosport's team points have been restored.

If you already want to look at next season's car and helmet templates, here's the download: http://www.paste.fi/file/13595775745771. I've colour-coded each part to make them stand out a bit better.

Cynon wrote:Is it safe to assume that whoever did the wireframes did them well? I've got a yellow and black car just about done and I am a tick worried about some things not lining up. It's not perfect, and it looks a lot like the bumblebee Renault from 2010. This is what I've got so far; preview.

It could be for an existing team that's already entered, but preferably my own entry (either way, hopefully with Silvia Renaldi driving it ).

Note the lack of sponsors (barring fictional sponsor Cilogie and Trackmania United Forever's Toggle decal).

Nuppiz wrote:Besides, it's not unusual for our series to send the skins back and forth before everyone is happy with it, so always make sure you have the PSD still with you.

Nuppiz wrote:

Cynon wrote:Is it safe to assume that whoever did the wireframes did them well? I've got a yellow and black car just about done and I am a tick worried about some things not lining up. It's not perfect, and it looks a lot like the bumblebee Renault from 2010. This is what I've got so far; preview.

It could be for an existing team that's already entered, but preferably my own entry (either way, hopefully with Silvia Renaldi driving it ).

Note the lack of sponsors (barring fictional sponsor Cilogie and Trackmania United Forever's Toggle decal).

The wireframe is from the template supplied with the rFactor version of this mod (the only difference between that and the F1C version is that the size has been doubled from 1024x1024 to 2048x2048) and comes from whoever did the original skinning work. So if something's amiss it isn't my fault, I merely pasted that on top of my image that had all parts separated from each other (which I had of course resized to 2048x2048 as well). Besides, it's not unusual for our series to send the skins back and forth before everyone is happy with it, so always make sure you have the PSD still with you.

Cynon wrote:Given that I have still have PSDs of cars I designed for NR2003 back in 2009...

Is it safe to assume that engine manufacturer and tire brand choices are wide open?

Wizzie wrote:I'll put you guys out of your suspense and announce that Salvatore Miccoli will drive the second MRT at the Nippon 200.

FMecha wrote:

adriojim wrote:

FMecha wrote:Nuppiz, can you please warrant that LGPS Brazilian GP will be run before Aston 24 Hours, so that Ralf Alden can be eligible for the race? I offered him to adriojim as Rojo's third driver for the enduro. (adriojim, do you accept my deal?)

Yes, if he is still elegible, he cain join Team Rojo.

He's eligible for the enduro, as Nuppiz said, but he only join Rojo for the enduro.

Autosport wrote:Fusion's RoLFS team explodes into Nebula
Fusion Motorsports have officially announced that their RoLFS team is to become Nebula Grand Prix from 2016 onwards, coinciding with the potential renaming of the series. Nebula owner Jacques Couteau announced the news earlier today, saying "This is a great opportunity for us to show what we can do. Fusion were struggling to cope with the demands of two series with their relatively small set-up in Bath. And seeing as Jake [Legge, the Fusion owner] is a good friend of mine, I thought I'd give him a little hand seeing as we're based in Bristol and therefore very close. He'll still oversee the team, but I'm responsible for the day-to-day running. We've got lots of French backers, and a striking livery too with a talented driver in Quentin Reatherson. We look forward to 2016."

Nebula's official name stands as "Total Nebula Grand Prix", the "Grand Prix" suffix to be dropped when an engine supplier is found. This move does not affect the F3RWRS team.

Ataxia [BacLettNinj] wrote:Nuppiz, although I'm jumping the gun a little, could you see if this car works out ok?

adriojim wrote:One question: since there won't be any "official" tyre suppliers, that means now we can choose the one we like the most?

Nuppiz wrote:

Ataxia [BacLettNinj] wrote:Nuppiz, although I'm jumping the gun a little, could you see if this car works out ok?

[pictures]

For everyone's information, the preferred image formats are now PNG and BMP, as F1C only supports the latter.

AutoSPORT wrote:T-MOBILE TERMINATES CONTRACT WITH SCUDERIA VITTORE

In a shock announcement, Scuderia Vittore have announced a parting of ways between them and the German telecoms provider. After a seemingly fruitful year for the SV-T-mobile partnership, which saw prominent markings on the cars, the announcement has left Scuderia Vittore team principal Jose Braggia scratching his head for possible alternatives.

"It's a dissapointment, for sure" he said "but there's nothing we can do now. In the short-term at least, we have to focus on trying to capture the title for Martyn [Rietacher]"

It is thought that the team is currently negotiating with a major international company.

SECOND SEAT "UNDECIDED" AT VITTORE

Scuderia Vittore, one of this years front running RoLFS squads, have been left looking for a driver following the departure of both race winners from the team. German Martyn Rietacher, current championship contender, will leave SV next season to drive for Foster's Good Call Racing, whilst Italian Andrea Bianchi has already left the team to focus on his IndyCar commitments. It is thought that Spaniard Marcos Marcia, FGCR F3 refugee who has already filled in for Bianchi on two separate occasions, is likely to be confirmed at the team, but the second seat remains a total mystery.

Current favourites to take he seat are Plus One Group-managed drivers, Alexis Tantovich and Angel Jose Castaneda, but it is unlikely that Plus One Group, owner of SV, will choose to fill it's seats with two drivers from it's own program.

Stramala [kostas22] wrote:Yep, Benoit Voeckler is certainly interested in the SV seat...

pasta_maldonado wrote:

Stramala [kostas22] wrote:Yep, Benoit Voeckler is certainly interested in the SV seat...

How does a full-season deal sound to you, including permission to drive in eithr F1 or F2RWRS should the oppurtunity arise?

Stramala [kostas22] wrote:

pasta_maldonado wrote:

Stramala [kostas22] wrote:Yep, Benoit Voeckler is certainly interested in the SV seat...

How does a full-season deal sound to you, including permission to drive in eithr F1 or F2RWRS should the oppurtunity arise?

Sounds good. And your T-Mobile leaving problem is solved as he carries backing from Alstom...

Nuppiz wrote:I'll run NS200 tomorrow afternoon; if Phoenix fails to nominate replacement to Tanner Jason by then, I'll just put someone in the car.

RealRacingRoots wrote:With the points going down to 10th for the KS200, it means that the top 6 (Badu, McKane, Rietacher, Bulku, Kibbutz and Valsattis) in the points table all at a shot at taking the title with the 15 points the win gives. Badu needs to finish at least second to lock up the title. This race could be a goodie, although I expect the Judds to run away with it.

Stramala [kostas22] wrote:

RealRacingRoots wrote:With the points going down to 10th for the KS200, it means that the top 6 (Badu, McKane, Rietacher, Bulku, Kibbutz and Valsattis) in the points table all at a shot at taking the title with the 15 points the win gives. Badu needs to finish at least second to lock up the title. This race could be a goodie, although I expect the Judds to run away with it.

God I hope so. The only question is; can the Pirelli's hold up for the entire race? Or will they disintegrate so rapidly that Badu drops like a stone down the order, fails to score, and misses out on the title?

I really need Bizarri to qualify P2 behind Badu and act as reargunner, give Badu a chance to bolt and nurse his tyres to the end...

RealRacingRoots wrote:

Stramala [kostas22] wrote:

RealRacingRoots wrote:With the points going down to 10th for the KS200, it means that the top 6 (Badu, McKane, Rietacher, Bulku, Kibbutz and Valsattis) in the points table all at a shot at taking the title with the 15 points the win gives. Badu needs to finish at least second to lock up the title. This race could be a goodie, although I expect the Judds to run away with it.

God I hope so. The only question is; can the Pirelli's hold up for the entire race? Or will they disintegrate so rapidly that Badu drops like a stone down the order, fails to score, and misses out on the title?

I really need Bizarri to qualify P2 behind Badu and act as reargunner, give Badu a chance to bolt and nurse his tyres to the end...

Mind you McKane is also on Pirellis, but has the less powerful Zyteks here. This may end up being a big anti-climax depending on the Ai and the wear-rates. Good luck out there.

Diego Álvarez Torrente @DATorrente wrote:It's gonna take a miracle to qualify for the #RoLFS Nippon 200. We don't have the package for this place, so I'll be relying on attrition.

Ataxia [BacLettNinj] wrote:

Diego Álvarez Torrente @DATorrente wrote:It's gonna take a miracle to qualify for the #RoLFS Nippon 200. We don't have the package for this place, so I'll be relying on attrition.

pasta_maldonado wrote:

AutoSPORT wrote:T-MOBILE TERMINATES CONTRACT WITH SCUDERIA VITTORE

In a shock announcement, Scuderia Vittore have announced a parting of ways between them and the German telecoms provider. After a seemingly fruitful year for the SV-T-mobile partnership, which saw prominent markings on the cars, the announcement has left Scuderia Vittore team principal Jose Braggia scratching his head for possible alternatives.

"It's a dissapointment, for sure" he said "but there's nothing we can do now. In the short-term at least, we have to focus on trying to capture the title for Martyn [Rietacher]"

It is thought that the team is currently negotiating with a major international company.

SECOND SEAT "UNDECIDED" AT VITTORE

Scuderia Vittore, one of this years front running RoLFS squads, have been left looking for a driver following the departure of both race winners from the team. German Martyn Rietacher, current championship contender, will leave SV next season to drive for Foster's Good Call Racing, whilst Italian Andrea Bianchi has already left the team to focus on his IndyCar commitments. It is thought that Spaniard Marcos Marcia, FGCR F3 refugee who has already filled in for Bianchi on two separate occasions, is likely to be confirmed at the team, but the second seat remains a total mystery.

Current favourites to take he seat are Plus One Group-managed drivers, Alexis Tantovich and Angel Jose Castaneda, but it is unlikely that Plus One Group, owner of SV, will choose to fill it's seats with two drivers from it's own program.

In short, expect a new livery for Scuderia Vittore next year (and no, it's not the Foster's one), and we are open for offers from any drivers. Maybe even Benoit Voeckler.

Also, F1RDS drivers Alexis Tantovich and Angel Jose Castaneda are available for drives either this year, for the Aston 24hrs, or for next year.

eurobrun wrote:Is it too late to replace Fazio with American IndyCar driver Bobby Dollar

Wizzie wrote:Since we're probably going to start from a clean slate next year, rendering our current bank account useless, will we be able to buy DNQ bailouts for both our drivers?

Nuppiz wrote:

Wizzie wrote:Since we're probably going to start from a clean slate next year, rendering our current bank account useless, will we be able to buy DNQ bailouts for both our drivers?

Yes, I've encouraged people to spend whatever money they have for a long time now, because next season there'll be no credit system at all. Both MRTs we'll be granted an entry to the race now.

Nuppiz wrote:

Wizzie wrote:Since we're probably going to start from a clean slate next year, rendering our current bank account useless, will we be able to buy DNQ bailouts for both our drivers?

Yes, I've encouraged people to spend whatever money they have for a long time now, because next season there'll be no credit system at all. Both MRTs we'll be granted an entry to the race now.

the Masked Lapwing wrote:Well in that case I'm going to buy bailouts for both cars just to be on the very, very safe side.

eurobrun wrote:Can I get a DNQ bailout please

Wizzie wrote:A thought's just occurred to me. What if we end up with the potentially ridiculous situation where everyone uses DNQ bailouts for Koyto? How does it work then?

Nuppiz wrote:

the Masked Lapwing wrote:Well in that case I'm going to buy bailouts for both cars just to be on the very, very safe side.

eurobrun wrote:Can I get a DNQ bailout please

OK for both.

Wizzie wrote:A thought's just occurred to me. What if we end up with the potentially ridiculous situation where everyone uses DNQ bailouts for Koyto? How does it work then?

To avoid any problems, a DNQ bailout can be bought to a maximum of ten cars per race. In other words, only three more cars can buy their way in the race.