Scuderia Toro Rosso launch date puts team on pole

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Scuderia Toro Rosso is now the first team set to pull the covers off its 2019 charger, with the online presentation of its STR14 scheduled for February 11.

The Faenza-based squad's unveiling pips Renault by a day, while Racing Point will introduce its new self to the world in Toronto on February 13.

Earlier this month, Toro Rosso announced that its STR14 chassis had been given a clean bill of health by the FIA following the car's mandatory crash test which was conducted at the CSI's facility at Bollate, near Milan.

This year, Toro Rosso's driver line-up will include F1 returnee Daniil Kvyat and rookie Alexander Albon

Ferrari to get a head's start on 2019 with early test run

Chronologically, the presentations will unfold with McLaren at Woking on February 14 and Ferrari at Maranello the following day, while Sauber will roll out its car in the Barcelona pitlane on February 18, the day pre-season testing kicks off at the Circuit de Catalunya.

For a recap of the presentation dates and a full 2019 schedule, check out our calendar here.

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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.