Nationality: UK/Austria Drivers: David Coulthard (GB) Mark Webber (Aus) Engine: Renault V8 Tyres: Bridgestone Team principal: Dietrich Mateschitz F1 history: 2005- 2007 position: 5th

Red Bull are eventually expected to emerge as a major force, but it is taking longer than some thought.

When a team recruit star designer Adrian Newey on a multi-million pound retainer, great things are expected.

After taking too many risks with last year's car, this year's has been far more reliable at the same time as being another step forward in pace.

And thanks to Mark Webber's impressive consistency this season, they are in the battle to be F1's fourth best team.