'Formula 1 Drive to Survive—The Unofficial Companion' Is a Fun Crash Course for Any F1 Fan

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Whether you've never watched a Formula 1 race, or you can recite every F1 world champion dating back to Giuseppe Farina, Stuart Codling's new book, Formula 1 Drive to Survive—The Unofficial Companion is a fascinating crash course on the world's most popular motorsport.

F1 has an unfortunate history of gatekeeping, as well as pushing new fans away from enjoying the sport. The massive boom in American viewership since Netflix released the first season of Drive to Survive has helped the sport chip away at these issues.

F1 still has room for improvement, though, as the push for more extravagant events has left many fans (especially those who can't afford race tickets) feeling cold and unappreciated. At the same time, Drive to Survive offers fascinating insights into the sport of F1, giving fans new and old alike more access than ever to the paddock.

Codling's book builds on the behind-the-scenes format of the show, and it fills in the gaps that a relatively short docuseries can't cover. Before even cracking open the book, fans are rewarded with eye-catching photography showcasing a celebratory Max Verstappen on the front cover and the incredible teamwork of the Ferrari pit crew on the back cover.

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