Danny Ric's new lid is a show-stopper!

40

Daniel Ricciardo is one of F1's most colorful characters, and that trait extends to the Aussie's helmet.

The Renault driver introduced a new lid in Melbourne, a city known for its flamboyant street art which lines many of its laneways.

The bright and flashy local graffiti inspired Ricciardo who worked once again with L.A. artist Ornamental Conifer to whip up the splashy motif which features a grey camo base embellished with a fluo and repeated gummy worm-like 'W'.

Would that be a 'W' as in 'Wicked'?

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.