Ronnie BUCKNUM

Ronnie Bucknum was an American Formula 1 driver active during the mid-1960s. His brief career in the sport spanned 11 races, all contested with the Honda team. Despite not securing any wins, podiums, or pole positions, Bucknum managed to score two championship points, a modest achievement in a highly competitive era.

Bucknum's career is notable for its reliability; he completed every race he entered, resulting in a 0.0% DNF rate. This consistency, however, did not translate into top finishes, as reflected by his 0.0% win and podium rates. Over his 11-race career, he averaged a slight gain of 0.09 positions per race, indicating steady but limited progression during events.

Competing exclusively for Honda, Bucknum was part of the early efforts by the Japanese manufacturer to establish itself in Formula 1. His career timeline places him in a formative period for both the team and the sport, contributing to the foundation for Honda's later successes. Although his statistical impact was limited, his role in this pioneering phase remains a point of historical interest.