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F1 Explains: LEGO Drivers’ Parade minicars

Aug 21, 2026 · 20m

Summary

Host Christian Huggill explores the intricate process behind Formula One’s LEGO driver parade cars at Silverstone. He interviews LEGO senior designer Jonathan Jurian, who explains how 22 unique, drivable mini-cars were hand-built using 28,000 bricks each. The segment details the engineering, design iterations with F1 teams, and the fun chaos of drivers piloting these creations on track.

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Sponsor: Indeed Sponsored Jobs Sponsor: Cadillac V-Series and Formula One Sponsor: Dupixent for Eosinophilic Esophagitis Intro: F1 Drivers and Lego Cars Host Intro: Silverstone Weather and News Interview Start: Jonathan Jurian Background Design Process: From Small Models to Big Builds Touring the Tent: The Lego F1 Cars Building Details: Prototypes and Engineering Specs: Weight, Bricks, and Speed Sponsor: Indeed Sponsored Jobs Sponsor: Cadillac V-Series and Formula One Promo: Eating Interrupted Podcast Promo: 3 Conversations with DJ Macio Durability: Bumpers and Track Testing Logistics: Shipping and Team Collaboration Future Plans: What's Next for Lego F1 Career Path: How Jonathan Got the Job Conclusion: Appreciation for the Craft Outro: Paddock Music and Beyond the Grid
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