This fascinating record of one season of Grand Prix racing is the first ever FOCA review programme and sets the high standard for which these programmes have since been renowned. From the first green light at West Long Beach the season is charged with controversy. The aerodynamic "skirts" have gone and new hydraulic devices are in place. Carbon fibre bodies appear as the F1 cars get re-invented during the winter months.

• Nelson Piquet
• Carlos Reutemann
• Alan Jones
• Gilles Villeneuve
• Keke Rosberg
• John Watson
• Eddie Cheever
• Mario Andretti