Month: May 2025

Breaking News: Martin Seeks Early Exit from Aprilia Contract – Manufacturer Evaluating Possible Solutions

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Jorge Martin is planning to leave Aprilia at the end of this season due to a clause in his contract. He needs to be among the top riders after the French Grand Prix to avoid the second year in 2026. However, due to injuries, he hasn’t gained any points this season and is at the bottom of the standings. While Aprilia is shocked by the news and considering legal action, Martin is willing to extend the evaluation period until September. He believes the RS-GP is not meeting expectations and is…

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Breaking News: Jorge Martin Sparks Early Aprilia Exit Talks, Fireworks Unfold!

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Jorge Martin plans to leave Aprilia after the 2025 MotoGP season if he doesn’t perform well enough, according to information obtained by Motorsport.com. Martin’s contract with Aprilia for the second season in 2026 may not be binding due to a contractual clause. Following several injuries this season, Martin has yet to score a single point and is at the bottom of the standings. This unexpected turn of events may lead to changes in the rider market as Aprilia tries to keep Martin from leaving without having a fair chance to…

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Why F1 cars have really gained hundreds of kilograms over the years

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Seventy-five years ago, Giuseppe Farina won the first world championship grand prix at Silverstone driving an Alfa Romeo 158 weighing between 650 and 700kg. Formula 1 established a minimum weight of 450kg in 1961, a sharp contrast to the current 800kg minimum teams struggle to meet due to advanced technologies. Including the driver, the weight comparison from 1995 reveals a significant increase to 595kg, a difference of 205kg over the years. The introduction of hybrid powertrains contributed about 100kg, bringing the current PU minimum weight to 151kg, significantly more than…

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