F1 Insiders Est. 2012
A short summary of the latest F1 news as it happens along with my opinion and paddock insider knowledge
Bortoleto confirms Audi commitment beyond 2027 – Gabriel Bortoleto has moved to end speculation about his Formula 1 future by confirming that he remains committed to Audi for the coming seasons. The 21-year-old Brazilian has a multi-year agreement with the German manufacturer and has made it clear that he expects to remain part of its … Read more
The Global Reach of Formula One Formula One has its roots and history firmly planted in Europe, yet the big money paying hosts for an F1 event are generally from outside the home base of the sport. The Middle East has over the years secured four race weekends, and despite their relative lack of visitors … Read more
After one of the longest F1 engine eras, which stretched from 2014 to 2025, it appears the sport is now set to experience one of its shortest. If the FIA can get the manufacturers to agree to a return to V8 engines with a significantly reduced electrical boost, then the next generation of power unit … Read more
The Formula One driver market is about to enter the highest point of the ‘silly season’, with the latest developments including Carlos Sainz refusing a new contract from Williams. This almost certainly means the driver has an option nailed down elsewhere. Despite rumors that Max Verstappen may walk from Red Bull Racing, his decision may … Read more
As Formula One prepares to return after the summer break, the driver market is set to break open. Most column inches this season have focused on what Max Verstappen will do, seeing him as the hole in the dyke which is being temporarily plugged. The Mercedes Dilemma: Is Toto Wolff Waiting in the Wings? Yet … Read more
Daniel Ricciardo has revealed that his life away from Formula 1 has also meant losing regular contact with many of his former colleagues, including Lando Norris. The Australian, now focused on life outside racing and his growing wine business, remains connected with some people from his F1 career. However, he admitted that conversations with former … Read more
Red Bull reportedly offers Verstappen five-year deal – Red Bull is reportedly stepping up its efforts to keep Max Verstappen beyond the current Formula 1 cycle, with long-time journalist Ralf Bach claiming the team has put a new contract proposal on the table for the four-time world champion. According to Bach, writing for F1-Insider, Red … Read more
Adrian Newey is widely considered the greatest F1 car designer of all time, sitting amongst a pantheon of other greats such as Colin Chapman, Gordon Murray, and Rory Byrne. In recent decades, Newey’s main achievements have come in the specific engineering science of aerodynamics. That said, he also dominated in the active suspension era with … Read more
Mercedes activates Plan B for W17 as major 2026 upgrade targets Malaysia or Singapore – Mercedes has changed its development strategy for the W17 after a difficult first half of the 2026 Formula 1 season, with the team now preparing a further upgrade package rather than completely switching its resources to the 2027 car. The … Read more
Cadillac refuses to be distracted by Williams rumours – Cadillac is confident Sergio Pérez will remain with the team for the 2027 Formula 1 season despite rumours linking the Mexican with a move to Williams. Recent speculation has suggested that Pérez has already explored the possibility of joining Williams, where uncertainty surrounds Carlos Sainz’s future. … Read more
