The Career mode in F1 2006 was brutal. You started at a backmarker team (Spyker or Toro Rosso) with no R&D points.
For the truly dedicated, PSP save data can be hex-edited. Tools like or CWCheat allow you to modify:
: Earn Silver lap times at every track in Time Trials.
For on the PSP, save data is essential for tracking progress through its five-season career mode and unlocking classic Formula 1 content. Save Data Location
: To back up your progress, connect your PSP to a computer via USB, enter USB Connection mode under Settings, and copy the relevant folder from SAVEDATA to your PC.
If the save does not appear, the folder is nested incorrectly (e.g., a folder inside a folder). Ensure the PARAM.SFO and ICON0.PNG files are immediately visible when you open the folder on your PC.
: Ensure the save file region (Europe, North America, Japan) matches your game's region, or the PSP will not recognize the data. Instructables Features to Explore with Full Data
