Formula 1
Formula 1 is the top category of motorsport, known for its ultra-fast and technologically advanced single-seaters. Each season, drivers compete in a world championship consisting of Grands Prix held on various circuits around the globe. The competition combines speed, strategy, and technical precision, where every detail matters to earn crucial points in the driver and constructor standings.
- Points system: points are awarded to the top 10 drivers in each race
- Race duration: 1h30 to 2h
- Number of Grands Prix: around 20 per season
- Organization: managed by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA)
NASCAR
NASCAR is an American stock car racing series held on oval circuits. The cars, close to production models, are very powerful and built for durability. Races are long and demand strategy and endurance. The championship uses a playoff system to determine the champion.
- Points system: points awarded based on finishing position, with bonuses for laps led and stage wins
- Average number of races per season: around 36
- Average race duration: between 3 and 4 hours
- Organization: managed by the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR)
IndyCar
IndyCar is an American single-seater series that features oval, road, and street races. It is famous for the legendary Indianapolis 500. The cars are fast and technically demanding, offering a varied show. The championship requires great adaptability from the drivers.
- Points system: points based on final position, with bonuses for pole position and laps led
- Average number of races per season: around 17 to 18
- Average race duration: between 1h30 and 3h
- Organization: managed by IndyCar Series, LLC
WRC (Rally)
The WRC is the World Rally Championship, held on varied and often challenging roads. Each rally lasts several days with timed stages. The co-driver’s role is crucial to guide the driver through the course. This discipline combines speed, precision, and endurance.
- Points system: points awarded to the top 10 drivers, with bonuses for the Power Stage
- Average number of rallies per season: around 13 to 14
- Average rally duration: 3 to 4 days
- Organization: managed by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA)
WEC (Endurance)
The WEC is a world endurance championship where multiple drivers take turns in the same car. Races last from 6 to 24 hours, requiring reliability and strategy. The famous 24 Hours of Le Mans is part of the calendar. Endurance and team coordination are key to success.
- Points system: points based on final position, with special scoring for longer races
- Average number of races per season: around 6 to 8
- Average race duration: from 6 to 24 hours
- Organization: managed by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA)