BMW to quit F1 at end of season

[Silver Fox 43]

Not too surprising I guess.

The German car manufacturer, who took over Sauber in 2005, have cited "current developments in motor sport" as the reason for their pull-out.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/motorsport...one/8173865.stm

[Apex 693]

They should have stayed with Williams, Williams is still competitive and with better drivers they would be on the podium.

They should just quit now, throw a hissy fit and admit that BMW just can’t build a fast enough car. Force India are faster FFS!

Next year is an all new Formula again isn’t it, can see why some teams are becoming very frustrated.

[Silver Fox 43]

I agree Graham, but I guess they have a contract to fulfill which would be very expensive to get out of.

[DRTDVL 0]

Can you think of the retooling for the wrc in 2011?

moving to 1.6 turbo engines!

[E30 325i Rag-Top 2923]

The German car manufacturer, who took over Sauber in 2005, have cited "current developments in motor sport" as the reason for their pull-out.

I have heard that they are going to divert their F1 budget into supporting the E30 Series around the world as it is better marketing for the brand, and generates more parts sales!