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Jarno Trulli will test for NASCAR Sprint Cup team Michael Waltrip Racing in Florida in November, according to reports in America.
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Jarno Trulli will test for NASCAR Sprint Cup team Michael Waltrip Racing in Florida in November, according to reports in America.
God if he can't keep race pace for 50 laps, how's he going to manage 200+ ;)
He is just set for a run. I wouldnt read too much into a full time switch to Nascar.
I remember people saying the same thing about Montoya.Quote:
Originally Posted by acescribe
The Toyota F1 team may not be back next year, and if it is, I've heard that they won't renew Trulli's contract anyway.
I wonder how the Americans will take to the Trulli train? (A lap down Trulli train of course ;) )
You never know, he may be up challenging with Montoya.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sonic
Perhaps, but JPM was a multiple race winner and championship challenger. Trulli on the other hand is a one time GP winner and mid-field runner. On past performances Trulli would sink within a year.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lee Roy
NASCAR is completely different to F1, so there is no point to compare F1 results and make predictions about future performances.
But generally I'm wondering, what is it so attractive about NASCAR that several drivers with F1 background are going to test there - also Salo and Piquet Jr. It looks like NASCAR is pushing hard to attract well-known names from other continents to make the series more attractive world-wide.
Personally, if Trulli happens to leave F1, I'd prefer to see him in some other series than NASCAR - like DTM or something. ;)
You might remember that no one else has won in a Toyota either.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sonic
Attractive? When you are not wanted in F1 anymore, thats when you do NASCAR.Quote:
Originally Posted by jens
After F1, NASCAR drivers probably make more money than drivers from any other series. Not sure where the Rally drivers fit in in the money pecking order, but I imagine it's harder to get a "seat" there than in NASCAR.Quote:
Originally Posted by jens
It isn't NASCAR that is "pushing hard" to attract well-known names, it's the well-known names that are pushing hard to get to NASCAR.
Fair enough point, BUT, Montoya was well versed with the American racing scene and an Indy 500 winner.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lee Roy
Montoya was in CART and race in the Indy 500 once. That has nothing to do with NASCAR. Comparing the two stretches the point to breaking.Quote:
Originally Posted by acescribe
Or DTM, or Le Mans...Quote:
Originally Posted by Garry Walker
Well, less than a decade ago basically all drivers in NASCAR were Americans and no F1 drivers went into NASCAR after their F1 careers, so something must have changed mean-time. Popularity of NASCAR + higher salaries? F1 -> NASCAR is clearly a relatively new phenomenon.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lee Roy
F1 drivers used to go to "Indy Car" (Emmerson Fittipaldi and Mansel for example), but that's no longer a viable series financially. NASCAR is.Quote:
Originally Posted by jens
the only attraction to these guys is the salary.
it takes an adjustment to become a NASCAR driver
longer races, more races, longer season, heavy lumbering cars etc, etc
and that's just the racing. Then there is all the promotional obligations and stuff which are just nuts, and a governing body that's a dictatorship and treats the drivers like well paid gladiators, etc. etc. etc
a switch to NASCAR is good for the finances, and terrible for everything else IMO. The man should have made enough money to retire from racing and live a comfortable life.
Looks like it's a done deal :)Quote:
http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/79324
"I want to stress that this is purely an opportunity to experience another category of motorsport for personal enjoyment," said Trulli. "My commitment is 100 per cent to Formula 1."
No need for all the hype, he's just looking to 'get behind the wheel' and give it a go. Just a test drive, that's all. And since it is Toyota, both of the team's top brass didn't have a problem.
Besides, didn't Michael Schumacher once tried to do a test drive awhile back, during the off time at the first USGP at Indy. It didn't go well, as he didn't get to actually drive the car.
No, Michael Schumacher didn't try to do a test in a stock car. While traveling across the US on a motorcycle he stopped at the Texas Motor Speedway where they had one of those "Richard Petty Driving Experiences" going on. He stood in line to take his turn with everyone else. He got tired of waiting and decided to go on his way.Quote:
Originally Posted by veeten
I watch as much, if not more, F1 than I do NASCAR. Don't try to make out like F1 is some kind of a benevolent organization. Especially after the last couple of years.Quote:
Originally Posted by truefan72
I'm seeing a lot of Trulli hate here.
Strange how someone 'not good enough for F1' in the opinions of some members here, finished second at possibly the hardest track for drivers, beating the current World Champion in the process...
It's a good thing that JT couldn't give a r@t's @$$ @bout what is said on our forum :laugh:Quote:
Originally Posted by woody2goody
Unfortunately Jarno's stock has taken a serious hit this year and Toyota's inconsistencies haven't helped his case. Age isn't on his side either - it's in the human nature of casual F1 fans wanting to see "new exciting stars and fresh blood" instead of those, who they have seen for many-many years. I mean I can remember voices calling for the retirement of JT/GF/RB already from around 2006/2007, but hey - they are still there. :p : ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by woody2goody
Maybe they would like to race in Nascar because it is more exciting and more challenging. That is if they can make it. So far only JPM has proven himself to be competitive.
Jarno's had a pretty good year I don't see how his stock could have gone down.Quote:
Originally Posted by jens
Maybe inside his own team where they make an inconsistent car and then expect their drivers to be on the podium every race.
Glock likewise has done absolutely nothing wrong and he too is in danger of losing his job.
Toyota need to take a serious look at themselves. Yes the car is good, at some circuits. It is not the drivers' fault that the car seems to work sporadically.
Trulli especially has raced extremely well this year IMO.
I think it's time for JT to look at a move. He has achieved all he will in F1 and personally a new challenge might be good for him.
He's been a solid driver and deserves some respect for his time in F1.
Jarno Trulli to Lotus in 2010.......trust me, you heard it here first! ;)
Jarno may not agree that he has achieved all he will in F1 ;) I think a few drivers whose careers have plateaued will have looked at Button this season and thought that could be them.Quote:
Originally Posted by Knock-on
First here? Nah, I've mentioned this already in the past (silly season thread). :p : Possible if Jarno is motivated in trying to build up a new team. He has said in an interview that he is "100% committed for F1 in 2010", so I wonder, whether he has included new teams in this commitment. Also Bruno Senna has mentioned that very possibly he will be on the grid in '10 and I guess Lotus is among them, who he has had contact with, partly due to "historic" connections. Trulli-Senna would be an interesting team IMO. :s mokin:Quote:
Originally Posted by Giuseppe F1
I was expecting this and here it is :DQuote:
Originally Posted by muggle not
Surely you admit that Nascar is much more exciting than F1. :DQuote:
Originally Posted by DexDexter
Sure it is. Like American football is compared to football. :rolleyes:Quote:
Originally Posted by muggle not
About time Trulli tried something fresh, he has flattered to deceive for 12 years now and he's not getting any younger.
Trulli will stay in F1 for many years...like it or not :p :
Agree!!Quote:
Originally Posted by pino
Nascar isn't something nice for his carrer...
If he does then it will be with a second-rate team, thats for sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by pino
He won't add to his single victory. Appalling record really when you consider the cars he has had at his disposal.
They will just push him out the way.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sonic
And how many other drivers have won in the Toyota F1 car?Quote:
Originally Posted by Bezza