The planned closure of two historic engineering facilities in the Paris region is being presented internally as a cost-saving consolidation exercise. However, when considered alongside the recent closure of the Viry-Châtillon Formula 1 engine programme, this move suggests that Renault is gradually dismantling the infrastructure that once supported its ambitions as a fully integrated performance … Read more

The much-maligned 2026 Formula One cars are set to tackle the streets of Monaco this weekend, and for the first time this season there may be little debate about “super-clipping” and “lift-and-coast,” together with cars running out of battery halfway along the straights. While being one of the most iconic circuits on the calendar, in … Read more

Ferrari have extended Charles Leclerc’s contract despite an existing deal, as a key contract detail has emerged to TJ13 – Ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, Ferrari announced a new contract agreement with Charles Leclerc. However, TJ13 understands that the arrangement is not a traditional extension, as many have assumed. Although the Scuderia has confirmed … Read more

Fresh concerns have emerged surrounding Newey’s role at Aston Martin, as the team endures a challenging 2026 Formula 1 season while preparing for a critical development cycle. Newey’s arrival at Aston Martin was intended to signal the start of a new era. Lawrence Stroll secured the services of the most successful designer in Formula 1 … Read more

Fernando Alonso’s unique position in motorsport history has drawn praise from his former McLaren teammate, Jenson Button. Writing in “Jenson’s Journal” on the Aston Martin F1 website, the 2009 World Champion backed the Spaniard as the most logical candidate to match Graham Hill’s legacy as the only driver ever to complete motorsport’s Triple Crown. “The … Read more

Mercedes may have solved Ferrari’s biggest advantage, and according to Kimi Antonelli, they have more upgrades in the pipeline – The team could be emerging as an even bigger threat to Ferrari and the rest of the Formula 1 field, having seemingly overcome one of their major weaknesses while preparing further upgrades for the rest … Read more

Michael Schumacher rescue pilot reveals new details more than 12 years after skiing accident – Over 12 years since Michael Schumacher’s life-changing skiing accident, one of the individuals involved in the emergency response has publicly recounted the dramatic rescue operation for the first time. Helicopter pilot Yannick Dainese, who transported the seven-time Formula 1 world … Read more

Kimi Antonelli explains why Mercedes must avoid a repeat of the Hamilton-Rosberg rivalry – The Mercedes driver has insisted that he has no intention of allowing his growing rivalry with George Russell to descend into the kind of damaging internal conflict that defined the championship battle between Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg a decade ago. … Read more

Formula 1’s new-for-2026 Overtake Mode is officially shaping the dynamic of on-track battles, according to Mercedes’ head of trackside operations Andrew Shovlin. Introduced this season as a direct replacement for the traditional Drag Reduction System (DRS), the impact of the proximity-based energy boost has been difficult to isolate alongside other major 2026 changes—such as drastically … Read more

Antonelli delivers a clear verdict on Ferrari while backing Mercedes’ superiority in the 2026 title fight – Despite acknowledging Ferrari’s enduring appeal, Kimi Antonelli has reaffirmed his commitment to Mercedes, insisting that his focus remains firmly on delivering world championships for the team that helped shape his career. During his appearance at the Trofeo Bandini … Read more