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GM and Cadillac’s F1 Entry Still Firm Despite Rejection

Oct.11 - General Motors, via its Cadillac brand, is still keen to enter Formula 1. In recent days, the motor racing world was shocked by the news that Michael Andretti is stepping..

October 11, 2024 with 0 Comments

Newey Shapes Alonso’s Final F1 Chapter Beyond 2026

Oct.11 - Fernando Alonso says he will consult with Adrian Newey before deciding to end his Formula 1 racing career. The Spaniard admits he got immediately and personally involved..

October 11, 2024 with 0 Comments

South Africa & Rwanda Battle to Host Africa's First GP Since 1993

Oct.11 - Several projects on the continent appear to be in competition for a future African GP. This year's FIA prize gala will take place in Rwanda, with the East African country..

October 11, 2024 with 0 Comments

Hamilton’s Ferrari Move Signals New Challenge for Leclerc

Oct.11 - Charles Leclerc did not try to stop Lewis Hamilton from joining Ferrari, team boss Frederic Vasseur has revealed. Hamilton's deal from 2025 means not only the end of..

October 11, 2024 with 0 Comments

Red Bull’s Lawson & Tsunoda Duel for 2025 Spot Beside Max

Oct.11 - Dr Helmut Marko is now openly admitting that Yuki Tsunoda is "a candidate" to replace Sergio Perez at Red Bull Racing from 2025. The Japanese driver, who until now has..

October 11, 2024 with 1 Comment

Four Drivers Hit Mugello Track for Pirelli’s Tire Test Amid Clearing Skies

Oct.11 - After a rain-soaked start, clear skies finally returned to Mugello, allowing the second day of Pirelli’s highly anticipated tire test to proceed as planned. The Tuscan..

October 11, 2024 with 0 Comments

Schumacher Credits Hulkenberg for Haas’s Dramatic 2024 Comeback

Oct.11 - Gunther Steiner's absence is not necessarily the reason for the drastic improvement made by the small American team Haas in 2024. That is the view of Ralf Schumacher,..

October 11, 2024 with 0 Comments

Aston Martin's Krack Praises FIA’s Latest 2026 Regulation Overhaul

Oct.11 - Mike Krack has given the thumbs-up to the latest tweaks that have been made to Formula 1's all-new technical regulations for 2026. At the most recent F1 Commission..

October 11, 2024 with 1 Comment

Haas Partners With Toyota & Launches Multi-Year F1 Deal Today

Oct.11 - Haas really is teaming up with carmaker giant Toyota in Formula 1. Some months ago, after Toyota officials were spotted in the small American team's garage at..

October 11, 2024 with 2 Comments

Ocon Exits Alpine & Looks to Haas for Fresh Start Now

Oct.10 - Esteban Ocon insists he doesn't want to make "headlines" by offering his real opinion about Alpine's decline in Formula 1. But the French driver, who is switching to the..

October 10, 2024 with 1 Comment

Andretti Steps Back & Sparks US Political F1 Investigation

Oct.10 - Some fascinating moves are afoot in the worlds of Formula 1 and United States politics. Earlier this year, Donald Trump caused a stir when he attended the grand prix in..

October 10, 2024 with 0 Comments

Sauber's Swift Moves: Audi F1 to Operate Independently in 2026

Oct.10 - Audi is setting up its involvement in Formula 1 so that the team in Hinwil retains independent decision-making control. With Renault's rival team Alpine struggling on..

October 10, 2024 with 3 Comments

Alpine’s Briatore Opens Door for Sainz to Join in 2026

Oct.10 - Flavio Briatore says he will keep the door open at Alpine for Carlos Sainz. With no vacancies at a top team for 2025, Ferrari refugee Sainz fielded offers from the likes..

October 10, 2024 with 2 Comments

Massa Predicts Colapinto Could Take Audi’s Final Grid Spot

Oct.10 - Felipe Massa thinks Audi might snap up impressive Formula 1 rookie Franco Colapinto for 2025. It's the last real vacancy on next year's grid, with Williams boss James..

October 10, 2024 with 3 Comments

Red Bull Leadership Crisis Now Threatens Verstappen's 2024 Title Hopes

Oct.10 - Dr Helmut Marko is calling for unity amid a tumultuous period for Red Bull Racing. Although Max Verstappen is now more confident the team is starting to "understand" the..

October 10, 2024 with 2 Comments

Alonso: Driving at 90 Percent Reduces F1’s Safety Car Interruptions

Oct.10 - Fernando Alonso has countered on-track rival George Russell's criticism of the current tyres in Formula 1. Last month, Mercedes driver Russell slammed the inconsistency..

October 10, 2024 with 2 Comments

Audi Unshaken as Renault Abandons 2026 F1 Engine Project

Oct.9 - Audi insists it is not at all spooked by fellow manufacturer Renault's decision to scrap its 2026 works Formula 1 engine plan. While Renault is departing, almost certainly..

October 9, 2024 with 0 Comments

Marko Reveals Mateschitz Loss and Horner Scandal Hit Red Bull Hard

Oct.9 - The late 2022 death of Dietrich Mateschitz was the leading cause of Adrian Newey's decision to leave Red Bull. That is the suspicion of team advisor Dr Helmut Marko,..

October 9, 2024 with 0 Comments

Dudot Urges Renault's F1 Comeback Amid 2030 Engine Hopes

Oct.9 - Bernard Dudot, a name synonymous with Renault engines in Formula 1, hopes the French carmaker keeps the door open to a return to the category in the future. When Renault..

October 9, 2024 with 0 Comments

New Global Race Hosts Line Up: F1's Calendar May Grow

Oct.9 - Several potential hosts are champing at the bit to join Formula 1's bustling and coveted race calendar. According to Tass news agency, the Thai government is hoping for a..

October 9, 2024 with 4 Comments

Marko Confirms Lawson and Tsunoda Battle for Red Bull Seat

Oct.9 - The remainder of the 2024 season is shaping up as a head-to-head shootout to determine the identity of Max Verstappen's teammate for 2025. After Singapore, Red Bull..

October 9, 2024 with 3 Comments

Montoya Backs Bottas as Sauber's 2025 F1 Choice

Oct.8 - Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya has spoken out in support Valtteri Bottas' quest to remain in the sport in 2025. Although plenty of alternatives, including Mick..

October 8, 2024 with 1 Comment

Renault Frees F1 Staff Amid Alpine Engine Program Shake-Up

Oct.8 - Renault will not block disaffected engine staff at Viry-Chatillon from immediately signing up with another Formula 1 team. Group CEO Luca de Meo told L'Equipe sports..

October 8, 2024 with 0 Comments

Suzuka Future-Proofs Japanese GP Amidst New Circuit Competition

Oct.8 - Japanese GP host Suzuka is sparing no effort in looking to safeguard the future of its Formula 1 race. As-web.jp, a specialist Japanese motor racing portal, noticed that..

October 8, 2024 with 1 Comment

Ferrari Misses Newey While Aston Martin Gains Future Advantage

Oct.8 - 1992 world champion Nigel Mansell thinks Ferrari was "short sighted" to not chase Adrian Newey more stridently. Newey, who Mansell suspects will get more "energy" for his..

October 8, 2024 with 0 Comments

Carlos Sainz’s Father Praises Tough Williams Choice Amid Audi Offers

Oct.7 - Carlos Sainz's famous father says he has "respect" for his son's decision to sign with Williams for 2025. Williams boss James Vowles said last week that he is not hurt by..

October 7, 2024 with 0 Comments

Leading Neurosurgeon Dismisses Claims Schumacher Attended Family Wedding

Oct.7 - A leading neurosurgeon has pushed back on claims that Michael Schumacher was very likely present for the recent wedding of his daughter Gina-Maria. The speculation ramped..

October 7, 2024 with 0 Comments

Horner Warns Perez: Red Bull Seat Not Guaranteed for 2025

Oct.7 - Sergio Perez s race seat at Red Bull could still be in danger. Before the team's overall performance slumped in mid-2024, the gap between Perez and Max Verstappen was so..

October 7, 2024 with 6 Comments

Schumacher Urged to Seize Final F1 Opportunity or Move On

Oct.7 - Mick Schumacher should consider a move to Indycar, according to fellow former F1 driver Christian Danner. Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko predicted last week that if..

October 7, 2024 with 1 Comment

Marko Warns Antonelli’s F1 Success at Mercedes Not Guaranteed

Oct.7 - Dr Helmut Marko admits it is "not guaranteed" that Kimi Antonelli's clear potential will be converted into success at Mercedes. Toto Wolff openly flirted with Max..

October 7, 2024 with 3 Comments

De Meo Says Alpine Must Quit "Invisible" Role in Formula 1

Oct.7 - Luca de Meo says Alpine needed a big change in Formula 1 because the brand had become "invisible". The Renault Group CEO says making the decision to scrap the works F1..

October 7, 2024 with 1 Comment

Luyendyk: Verstappen Thrives Without Mental Coaching, Unlike Hamilton

Oct.7 - Lewis Hamilton s recent interview with the Sunday Times newspaper reveals a key difference between him and drivers like Max Verstappen. That's the view of well-known..

October 7, 2024 with 4 Comments

Audi's 2025 Bottas Decision Sparks Debate Over Young Talents

Oct.4 - Dr Helmut Marko says it would be "incomprehensible" if Audi really does elect to simply keep Valtteri Bottas on board for 2025. Red Bull's famous F1 consultant is a..

October 4, 2024 with 10 Comments

Piastri Honored by Comparisons to F1 Legend Prost

Oct.4 - Oscar Piastri is flattered by the recent praise of his talent and potential coming from some very high places recently. Just this week, even though it is Piastri's..

October 4, 2024 with 3 Comments

Real Champagne Returns to F1 Podium After Billion-Dollar Deal

Oct.3 - Real champagne will soon return to the Formula 1 podium. Spraying genuine French champagne on the podium is a long-held tradition in the sport, but for the past several..

October 3, 2024 with 1 Comment

Alonso Calls for Control in Light of Verstappen Penalty

Oct.3 - Fernando Alonso has broken ranks with many of his fellow Formula 1 personalities over the Max Verstappen swearing affair. Most drivers and officials stridently agreed with..

October 3, 2024 with 3 Comments

US GP Tickets Surge as Verstappen's Dominance Declines in Austin

Oct.3 - Promoters of the upcoming US GP in Austin are happy that Max Verstappen is no longer dominating Formula 1. Bobby Epstein, executive chairman of the Texan track, says..

October 3, 2024 with 4 Comments

FIA Delays Rookie Race to 2025 After Final Hurdle Collapse

Oct.3 - Dr Helmut Marko, like most others in Formula 1, was caught by surprise with the news that a 'rookie race' will in fact not take place later this year. On Wednesday, before..

October 3, 2024 with 1 Comment

Alonso Backs Bortoleto As Audi Finalizes 2025 Driver Decision

Oct.3 - Fernando Alonso thinks Audi-owned Sauber is still mulling over its final driver decision for the 2025 season. The seat alongside the already-signed Nico Hulkenberg is the..

October 3, 2024 with 1 Comment

Ricciardo Welcomed Back to Supercars by Australia’s Racing Elite

Oct.2 - Daniel Ricciardo would be welcomed with "open arms" if he wants to keep his motor racing career alive in his native Australia. That's the invitation of Supercars Australia..

October 2, 2024 with 3 Comments

Alpine’s F1 Future in Jeopardy as Renault Scraps Engine Plans

Oct.2 - Furious employees have called on French authorities to step in, after the Renault Group decided to scrap Alpine's works Formula 1 engine program. The group of staff at the..

October 2, 2024 with 2 Comments

Ecclestone Foresees Verstappen Victory & McLaren Taking Constructors' Title

Oct.2 - Max Verstappen will win the 2024 drivers' title, but it will be McLaren victorious in the parallel constructors' world championship. That's the confident prediction of..

October 2, 2024 with 0 Comments

Red Bull Eyes Return to Top with Modern Wind Tunnel Boost

Oct.2 - A new wind tunnel should help Red Bull return to full competitiveness in the future, according to the brand's top F1 consultant Dr Helmut Marko. Amid the scandals of early..

October 2, 2024 with 3 Comments

Colapinto’s Impact Revives Argentina’s Formula 1 Dreams After 26 Years

Oct.1 - Improving economic conditions and the meteoric debut of Franco Colapinto have breathed new life into Argentina's Formula 1 aspirations. Backed by a bevy of Argentine..

October 1, 2024 with 6 Comments

Alpine's Switch to Mercedes Power Ends French F1 Engine Era

Oct.1 - "The axe has fallen" on French-made engines in Formula 1. That's the reaction of the country's biggest and most influential sports publication, L'Equipe, as the Renault..

October 1, 2024 with 3 Comments

Weber Reflects on Final Goodbye to F1 Legend Schumacher

Oct.1 - Michael Schumacher's famous former manager doubts he will see the seven time world champion ever again. Willi Weber, now 82, was Schumacher's manager when the great German..

October 1, 2024 with 0 Comments

Aston Martin Targets Immediate Improvement Despite Newey's 2025 Focus

Oct.1 - Team boss Mike Krack insists he will not condone Aston Martin F1 employees who are prepared to wait for the impact of Adrian Newey's 2025 arrival. The green-clad team..

October 1, 2024 with 1 Comment

Andretti Hands Control to Towriss After F1 Entry Denial

Sep.30 - Michael Andretti has ceded control of his motor racing empire, Andretti Global. Famed for its involvement and successes in mainly US-based series including Indycar,..

September 30, 2024 with 2 Comments

Ricciardo Offered New Red Bull Role After Singapore F1 Finale

Sep.30 - Red Bull's Formula 1 empire is offering Daniel Ricciardo a new job, Dr Helmut Marko has confirmed. Singapore was the 35-year-old Australian's last-ever Formula 1 race,..

September 30, 2024 with 3 Comments

Schumacher's Presence at Daughter's Wedding in Mallorca Very Likely

Sep.30 - Michael Schumacher was "very possibly" present for the wedding of his daughter Gina-Maria in Mallorca at the weekend. A few years ago, Schumacher's wife Corinna bought..

September 30, 2024 with 1 Comment

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