2002 is well and truly over, even if the aftermath of the season continues to spill over into the winter, but 2003 is just around the corner and fans have a lot to look forward to. Testing will resume in less than three weeks time and new car launches shouldn't be too far away either.

Jaguar Racing have revealed to Autosport that they will be unveiling their new 2003 challenger to the awaiting Formula One world on Monday the 13th of January next year followed by an official shakedown of the new R4 a few days later. Armed with a new driver line-up for next season, that they will officially present at the launch, the Milton Keynes outfit is the first to reveal their plans for what will more than likely be one of the most important seasons in their short history.

British American Racing and Toyota were two of the early launches last year, both teams opting to throw the wraps off in December and while neither outfit has confirmed their dates for 2003, it is thought that BAR will launch early in the new year.