The internal turmoil at the Alpine F1 Team has begun to extend far beyond basic questions of ownership. What began as a disagreement over the sale of a 24% stake has evolved into a wider conflict that could transform the team’s sporting strategy. At the heart of the matter lies a dispute between Renault and … Read more

What began as an initial review of concerns around the new era of regulations has quickly turned into an active process aimed at rectifying what several stakeholders have described in private as an underwhelming initial interpretation of the 2026 rulebook. Liberty Media, in particular, is pursuing two objectives. The first is immediate: to enhance the … Read more

Ferrari’s new structure takes shape under Vasseur as big upgrade packaging comes together – With a major upgrade package set to be rolled out at the upcoming Miami Grand Prix, the internal restructuring of the team under the leadership of team principal Frédéric Vasseur is becoming increasingly significant. The Italian team has already approved its latest … Read more

Return to a classic circuit – George Russell made headlines this week when he returned to one of the most iconic venues in motorsport, the Nurburgring, for a Pirelli tyre test. The Mercedes driver seized the opportunity to complete an extensive running programme, reigniting discussion about a potential Formula 1 comeback in Germany but also highlighting … Read more

Stefano Domenicali has issued a firm response to the mounting criticism of Formula 1’s latest hybrid regulations from drivers, urging them to “respect” the sport that has made them globally famous and financially successful. In a video interview, the F1 CEO made it clear that, while debate is welcome, public criticism must be measured. His … Read more

First phase begins in Miami – Formula 1’s ongoing efforts to refine its power unit regulations are set to take a significant step forward at the Miami Grand Prix, with the first phase of a planned four-part testing programme being rolled out. This initiative comes amid growing concerns about engine performance and long-term reliability, especially … Read more

“He talks a lot of crap!” claims Verstappen – Tensions surrounding Max Verstappen and his inner circle are rising after fresh criticism from Ralf Schumacher. The German pundit’s recent comments about Red Bull Racing have triggered a sharp response, this time from Verstappen’s father, Jos. Schumacher’s analysis of Red Bull’s struggles has not been well … Read more

The foundations of the Red Bull Racing dynasty, which dominated the early 2020s, appear to be fracturing. Following the seismic confirmation that Max Verstappen’s long-standing race engineer, Gianpiero Lambiase (GP), will defect to McLaren in 2028, experts are warning of a terminal cultural shift within the Milton Keynes squad. Lambiase’s impending exit is not merely … Read more

Formula One was desperate to attract new manufacturers into the sport, having faced a future with just two potential engine providers remaining during the mid-2010s. Audi threw its hat into the ring and was immediately co-opted into the FIA’s working party to create the next generation of F1 engine regulations. They threatened to walk away … Read more

The enforced break in the Formula One schedule, due to the war in the Middle East, was an opportunity for the FIA to act decisively and at least paper over some of the cracks the all-new 50/50 hybrid engines have created. There have been several meetings since the Japanese Grand Prix with a variety of … Read more