Bernie Ecclestone

This is the previously untold story of a very special British racing team. The British Racing Partnership (BRP), which operated from 1958 to 1964, is best known for its association with Stirling Moss, who was driving a BRP-entered car at Goodwood on that fateful day in 1962 when a serious crash ended his career. Less familiarly, BRP became the first fully sponsored team in Formula 1, partnering with Yeoman Credit, a go-ahead finance house, in an initiative that led to a transformation of the sport. This book tells the entire history of BRP in unprecedented detail, thanks to the author’s prodigious research and numerous interviews over the years with many leading participants, including Moss himself, team boss Ken Gregory, top driver Tony Brooks, chief mechanic Tony Robinson and many others. Lavishly produced and illustrated with more than 300 period photographs, this book will be treasured by all motorsport enthusiasts.

It is September 5, 1970. Austria has lost a national hero. Jochen Rindt is dead. The 1965 Le Mans winner who drove his way from airfield races to Formula Two and right on to Formula One, where he was to be crowned champion posthumously, was a dazzling personality. Born in Germany and raised in Austria, he knew how to polarize relationships. The book portrays his sheltered childhood with his grandparents after he lost his parents in the war, the onset of puberty, his rapid yet stormy career, and its tragic end in Monza. This is a portrait of a man with hidden depths.Dr. Erich Glavitza, journalist, author, racing and stunt driver and, on top of that, a PhD in philosophy, knew Rindt well and, in his well-known relaxed manner, has painted this picture of Jochen Rindt, that is as compelling as it is insightful and sensitive. He describes Rindt's impetuous character and the little-known, completely different relationship he had with his half-brother, with whom Glavitza spoke at length for this book. Finally, Erich Glavitza analyses in detail the fatal accident at Monza with the F1 Lotus.This is a comprehensive study of Jochen Rindt, the man and the racing driver, which is richly illustrated with private photos and with racing pictures some of which have never been shown before. These include ones from Alois Rottensteiner, who was also close to Rindt and part of the racing scene of the 1960s and 1970s. The preface is by Bernie Ecclestone, Rindt's manager and friend.To mark the 50th anniversary of the racing driver's death, McKlein is presenting this 400-page large-format biography in a noble design and slipcase.

Only the very best make it to the top. Since 1950, just 34 drivers have earned the title of Formula One World Champion, joining an elite group that has shaped the history of motorsport. In Formula One: The Champions, legendary F1 commentator Maurice Hamilton and award-winning photographers Bernard and Paul-Henri Cahier present an unparalleled tribute to the greatest drivers of all time.This book offers in-depth profiles of every F1 World Champion, revealing the triumphs, rivalries, and defining moments that turned these drivers into legends. Each chapter is packed with: Expertly written career overviews, highlighting the risks and rivalries that made these champions stand out. Stunning photography that brings their victories, personal moments, and defining races to life. Rare and intimate interviews, including conversations with icons like James Hunt, Ayrton Senna, and Niki Lauda. Exclusive quotes from modern F1 stars, including Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, and Nico Rosberg. A foreword by Bernie Ecclestone, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of the sport.But who is the greatest F1 driver of all time? Fans and experts have debated this question for decades, but one thing is certain; every champion has delivered moments of pure brilliance, unmatched skill, and fearless determination. Formula One: The Champions is the ultimate collector’s edition, perfect for longtime F1 fans, new enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the pursuit of greatness.