Category: Autosport

Motorsport Network announced the U.S. debut of the Autosport Business Exchange series in New York City on October 15th at Classic Car Club Manhattan with Toto Wolff, CEO of Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team as the keynote speaker. The event will focus on the Rise of Racing in America, showcasing technology, innovation, modern fandom, and investment entering the sport. Attendees will include top investors, brand executives, and industry leaders by invitation only for an impactful exchange of ideas. The agenda for ABX: NYC will feature exclusive conversations, networking, and insights into…

Alexander Albon believes that Formula 1’s racing guidelines require further refinement following recent incidents in Spain and Canada. He was forced off track by Liam Lawson at the Spanish Grand Prix and had a similar battle with Franco Colapinto at the Canadian Grand Prix. Albon expressed concerns about the current racing standards in F1, stating that drivers are being forced into risky situations on the track. He highlighted instances where he had to avoid crashes by yielding space, only to be penalized for doing so. Albon mentioned ongoing discussions among…

Lando Norris, George Russell, Lewis Hamilton, and Ollie Bearman are preparing for their home grand prix at Silverstone with different mindsets. Russell is in top form after his win in Montreal, while Norris is looking to recover from recent mistakes. Hamilton is adjusting to his first season with Ferrari, and Bearman is excited for his debut at the British Grand Prix. The preview also includes coverage of the F1 75 exhibition at the Silverstone Museum and interviews with young British talents competing in F2. The issue features Martin Brundle’s best…

Alex Albon is collaborating with his home government on the initiative to bring Formula 1 to Bangkok, revealing details about the envisaged Thailand Grand Prix plans. Albon expressed optimism, anticipating the inclusion of a home grand prix on the Formula 1 calendar in the near future. Thailand is notably advancing towards this goal, with Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali having already visited the country. Despite recent uncertainties surrounding Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who faced public backlash over leaked communications, Thailand remains committed to the ambitious $1.2 billion bid approved…

Jeff Dodds, the CEO of Formula E, aims to make the championship the second-most popular motorsport series globally, emphasizing the need for continuous growth despite impressive viewership and social media numbers. To attract new fans beyond traditional motorsport circles, Dodds and CMO Ellie Norman introduced innovative initiatives aimed at broadening the series’ appeal. The introduction of Evo Sessions, which engaged content creators with a quarter-billion combined social media following, has been instrumental in expanding Formula E’s reach and popularity. The championship’s recent success is evident in Kantar Media’s data, with…

“The Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring promises thrilling action on one of the fastest tracks of the calendar, set amidst the scenic Styrian mountains. McLaren’s Lando Norris seeks redemption after a crash in Canada, while championship leader Oscar Piastri aims to maintain his lead. George Russell aims to show his Montreal win wasn’t a fluke, Mercedes’ resurgence, and Max Verstappen’s quest to avoid a race ban at his team’s home turf capture the spotlight. Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc face mounting pressure at Ferrari, with fans eagerly…

The FIA has decided to make some of its Formula 1 stewarding guidelines public to enhance transparency in the sport. FIA President, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, took center stage in this decision, with his upcoming reelection making his involvement significant. The release of these guidelines sheds light on the stewarding practices, including decisions on penalties and driving standards in Formula 1. This move towards transparency will not be limited to F1, as the FIA plans to extend it to other series under its jurisdiction. The explanation behind Max Verstappen’s Spanish GP…