Overview
Ronnie Peterson
Known For
Smokeys dröm - när Formel 1 kom till byn
The story of how Formula 1 came to Anderstorp and...
Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson
Ronnie Peterson nicknamed “Superswede” was the fastest formula 1-driver in...
Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season
1977 saw Niki Lauda start the season, scarred but fit....
Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season
1976 saw reigning Champion Niki Lauda start as the favourite...
Biography
Ronnie Peterson, born on February 14, 1944, in Örebro, Sweden, was a highly talented and charismatic Formula One driver. Known as the "Super Swede," Peterson was celebrated for his remarkable speed and skill, particularly in cars with less competitive setups. He achieved 10 Grand Prix victories and numerous podium finishes during his career. Tragically, Peterson passed away on September 11, 1978, in Milan, Italy, following complications from injuries sustained in a crash at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza. His legacy endures as one of Formula One’s most beloved drivers.