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Only in Hollywood hokum such as the frequently absurd F1 movie is it possible to add a couple of new aerodynamic elements to a car and transform it from also-ran to winner. In reality technical progress is incremental and the research underpinning it is based on grinding repeatability.And this is before the parts go on the ‘real’ car to establish whether they work as expected.So it’s …Keep reading

Red Bull, Williams and Ferrari have brought the most significant car changes to Spa-Francorchamps as eight out of 10 F1 teams are set to introduce upgrades over the sprint weekend.As previously reported, Ferrari has brought its reprofiled rear suspension to Spa, which it hopes will make the car less sensitive to ride-height changes and therefore easier to keep within the ideal operating …Keep reading

Lewis Hamilton says his new Ferrari rear suspension felt “the same as before” during the Formula 1 team’s filming day, and expects it will take time to see significant benefits.As revealed by Motorsport.com, Hamilton and team-mate Charles Leclerc used the team’s second and final 200km filming day in Mugello to trial a new rear suspension geometry earlier this month.The new suspension …Keep reading

Mercedes has released teaser images of a new sportscar that is set to be the base for its next-generation GT3 racer.What the German manufacturer is calling the Concept AMG GT Track Sport is described as an “uncompromising concept vehicle” that has been “designed for absolute driving dynamic peak performance to set new standards and record times”.It demonstrates Mercedes-AMG’s …Keep reading

After the dismissal of Christian Horner, Laurent Mekies faces the task of leading Red Bull Racing. Although the context and timing are very different, his promotion fits a wider trend in Formula 1. Mekies comes from an engineering background, unlike Horner, who led the team for the past 20 years. It reflects the broader shift in Formula 1 where engineers are increasingly stepping into team …Keep reading

This week, three drivers representing each of NASCAR’s manufacturers took part in a Goodyear tire test at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.NHMS holds extra significance this year as it returns to the playoffs for the first time since the 2016 season. The ‘Magic Mile’ will open the Round of 12 this year.Christopher Bell Christopher Bell, Joe Gibbs Racing ToyotaPhoto by: Krista …Keep reading

Charles Leclerc says the prospect of an intra-team battle with Ferrari team-mate Lewis Hamilton is not of immediate concern, particularly as they are “not fighting for very interesting positions” in Formula 1 2025.Although Ferrari has proven itself capable of securing occasional podiums so far this year, these have been irregular at best; Leclerc has four podiums across the opening 12 rounds …Keep reading

Could Legacy Motor Club be a destination for Daniel Suarez in 2026? Suarez is set to depart Trackhouse Racing after five seasons, and questions are swirling as to where he could end up next year.There aren’t many options, but Legacy Motor Club was considered a potential path for the 2016 NASCAR Xfinity Series champion. Legacy is actively trying to secure a third charter, but the team is also …Keep reading

Lando Norris believes he is “more of a threat now” to Formula 1 championship leader Oscar Piastri but is still not happy with his current performance level as both fight for a maiden world title.The Briton is second in the 2025 F1 standings and eight points behind his McLaren team-mate g ing into this weekend’s Belgian Grand Prix, which is round 13 of the current campaign.Norris …Keep reading

Max Verstappen has played down suggestions that Christian Horner’s Red Bull exit will influence his long-term commitment to the Formula 1 team.After a 20-year stint building Red Bull into one of F1’s genuine powerhouses, leading to eight drivers’ titles and six constructors’ championships, Horner was removed from his position as team principal and CEO just days after the British Grand …Keep reading