21/02/2005
NEWS STORY
With just over a week to go before the 2005 season kicks off in Melbourne, the F1 teams begin the final round of testing today.
Weather permitting, Sauber will wrap up its 2005 preparations at Imola, having had to abort yesterday's session due to the freezing cold temperatures in addition to rain and snow.
Jordan and Renault are in action at Silverstone, though early reports indicate that the Northamptonshire track could see heavy snowfall before the day (Monday) is out.
Meanwhile, Ferrari, McLaren, WilliamsF1, Renault, BAR and Toyota are all running at Valencia, the last test before the 'naughty nine's' agreed testing limit comes into force.
All testing concludes on Thursday, with Ferrari and Jordan set to unveil their 2005 contenders on Friday.