Driving in Formula 1 used to be extremely dangerous, with fatalities occurring every year, but advancements in safety have made it incredibly safe today.

The Netflix series 'Drive to Survive' has significantly increased the popularity of Formula 1, doubling the fan base in the U.S. from 20 million to 50 million in just a few years.

When I started racing, the odds of surviving a season were about 90%, with only 18 out of 20 drivers typically finishing the season.

F1 teams' valuations have skyrocketed from around $150 million a decade ago to between $5 to $6 billion today, largely due to budget caps and increased popularity.

The return on investment for car companies in Formula 1 is significant, with Mercedes seeing a calculated annual return of $2 billion for their brand, and the teams making $200 to $300 million in profit each year.

The current global road death rate is alarming, with at least a million fatalities annually, highlighting the urgent need for safer transportation solutions.

Formula 1 has the highest engagement rates across all sports, driven by thrilling action and a fast-paced format that resonates well with audiences today.

There's still a lot of growth potential in Formula 1, especially in America, as the sport hasn't fully tapped into licensing and more races yet.

Technological advancements, especially in medical technology, have made significant strides, saving lives that would have been lost in previous decades.