Formula One enacted its biggest ever regulation changes for 2026 and the result has been catastrophic. The result was the most hated engines in the history of the sport, much of which was driven by the manufacturers’ desire to use F1 as their R&D laboratories for future road car technology. The move to engines which … Read more

Formula One has arrived in Austin, Texas, to begin the second triple-header weekend in the run-up to the season’s finale in the Middle East. Last time out in Singapore, F1’s CEO confirmed the season would indeed conclude with two rounds of racing in the war-torn region. “This is the direction we have taken, based on … Read more

Max Verstappen has launched a scathing criticism of the Circuit of the Americas ahead of the United States Grand Prix, describing the circuit’s persistent bumps as “unacceptable” and warning that the problem is getting worse. The four-time Formula 1 world champion is not alone in his concerns, with reigning champion Lando Norris also questioning the … Read more

Ferrari has strengthened its technical organisation by recruiting Dutch engineer Jasper van Schaick from Mercedes, as the Scuderia looks to close the gap to its rivals and mount another Formula 1 World Championship challenge. Van Schaick spent eight years working for Mercedes, where he contributed to the development of powertrain technology. His most recent responsibilities … Read more

Esteban Ocon has hit out at Haas again over the decision to drop him at the end of the 2026 Formula 1 season, insisting that his impending departure is not performance-related. The Frenchman remains determined to secure a seat on the grid in 2027, despite most available opportunities already appearing to be taken. Ocon is … Read more

Sergio Pérez has admitted that he could walk away from Formula 1 despite being under contract with Cadillac until the end of 2027, with his family potentially playing a decisive role in determining how long he remains in the sport. The Mexican returned to the grid with Cadillac after a year away from racing, but … Read more

McLaren will give reserve driver Leonardo Fornaroli the chance to drive the MCL40 during the first free practice sessions at the Mexico City and São Paulo Grands Prix, providing the reigning Formula 1 world champions with another opportunity to assess their rising talent while helping the Italian develop his experience at the highest level. The … Read more

Former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher has raised concerns about the atmosphere inside Ferrari, suggesting that tensions between Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc and team principal Fred Vasseur could be undermining the team’s progress. Schumacher has also voiced fears over Vasseur’s health, warning that the Frenchman could decide to step down at the end of the … Read more

Kimi Antonelli could make Formula 1 history this weekend by becoming the youngest world champion ever, potentially taking a record that has belonged to Sebastian Vettel since 2010. However, former Red Bull motorsport adviser Helmut Marko believes the German would have little concern about losing his place in the record books. Speaking to RTL/Sky Sport, … Read more

Formula 1 has been criticised for its ten-year deal with Rwanda, with reporter Frank Woestenburg questioning the decision to bring the championship to a country accused of political repression and involvement in the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Woestenburg made the comments in the latest edition of Formula 1 Paddock Talk, where analyst … Read more