Mercedes reintroduced the rear suspension package at the Montreal Grand Prix to address rear tyre overheating issues experienced with its W16 Formula 1 car this season. The team had initially debuted the revised geometry at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, but set it aside for Monaco and Spain races to gather comparative data. Despite race temperatures nearing 50C in Canada, the lack of high-load corners at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve eased Mercedes’ management of the soft tyre compounds. The team felt confident reintegrating the new suspension into the package for Montreal,…
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Powering Ahead: Red Bull’s Formula for Success at the Austrian Grand Prix
Autosport Chief Editor Kevin Turner, along with Jake Boxall-Legge and Stuart Codling, provide a preview of the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix this weekend. The trio discusses recent team boss news, such as James Vowles’ long-term commitment to Williams and Luca De Meo’s departure from Alpine, and speculates on how these developments may impact their future endeavors. Furthermore, they delve into potential stand-out performers on Austria’s challenging track, evaluate the effectiveness of Pirelli’s C6 tyre experiment, and debate the likelihood of Max Verstappen receiving a ban as he nears the…
BővebbenAprilia Revs Up for Major Milestone with Special Test Ahead of Martin’s MotoGP Comeback
Aprilia is waiting for medical clearance in order to organize a special test for Jorge Martin to return to the RS-GP in MotoGP. Martin’s medical check-up is set for the first week of July, after the Dutch Grand Prix, which will be his 9th consecutive missed race due to injury in the 2025 season. His recovery is nearly complete, and a concrete return plan is expected to be determined following the upcoming check-up with Dr. Angel Charte. Martin first got injured on 5 February during pre-season testing, missed multiple races…
BővebbenRemembering a Racing Legend: The Legacy of Super Saloons Pioneer Tony Hazlewood
Tony Hazlewood, a legendary figure in agriculture, racing, and as a co-founder of the Super Saloon Drivers’ Association with Mick Hill, passed away at the age of 87 earlier this month. Despite being bed-bound and unable to communicate for over ten years due to illness, his impact was profound. His wife Angie also sadly passed away recently. Hazlewood’s racing career began with Minis in the 1960s and evolved into creating the beloved Special Saloons car with the DAF 55 Coupe shell. He set records and continued to be a key…
BővebbenThe Fast Lane to Redemption: Bottas Poised for F1 Comeback with Cadillac
Valtteri Bottas, the reserve driver for Mercedes in Formula 1, is a top contender to join the Cadillac team in the upcoming season as they enter the championship. Key personnel from Cadillac will be present at the British Grand Prix, including team principal Graeme Lowdon and the head of TWG Group, Dan Towriss, who is driving the project forward. Discussions will take place at Silverstone to finalize the team’s driver lineup, with the aim of signing the first driver in a few weeks and potentially securing the second driver by…
BővebbenRevving Up the Retro: Exclusive F1 Memorabilia Hits the Shelves at Selfridges
American retail magnate Harry Gordon Selfridge aimed to revolutionize the shopping experience at his Oxford Street emporium in 1909, which included displaying the aeroplane of aviation pioneer Louis Bleriot that crossed the English Channel. The flagship Selfridges store is set to host a retail pop-up from 23 June to 6 July, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the drivers’ world championship in a mid-20th-century British home setting. The ‘F1 75 Years in Motion’ pop-up will offer vintage merchandise for sale, though the selection does not include the tweeds and leather boots…
BővebbenRevving to Success: UK Motorsport Industry Accelerates to New Heights in Motorsport Valley
A recent report on Motorsport Valley’s impact showed significant growth in the past decade, with UK motorsport and engineering companies achieving a sales turnover of £16 billion in 2023, up by £7 billion from 2012. The area, home to seven out of the 10 teams competing in the 2025 Formula 1 championship, plays a crucial global role. Employment in the sector has also increased, with 50,000 people currently working in the industry. A strong emphasis on exports, with the USA as a major importer, has contributed to the sector’s success,…
BővebbenRising Star Tsuboi Aims for F1 Test with Haas through Toyota Partnership
Reigning Super Formula champion Sho Tsuboi hopes Toyota’s partnership with Haas Formula 1 team will lead to an opportunity to test grand prix machinery. Tsuboi is a likely candidate for Haas’s TPC programme, following his successful maiden Super Formula title and previous generation F1 car experience. His success with Toyota’s TOM’S team in Super Formula and SUPER GT has solidified his position as a top driver at Toyota. Toyota’s collaboration with Haas has already seen Ryo Hirakawa become the team’s reserve driver and participate in FP sessions, with potential for…
BővebbenBTCC Implements Strategic Rule Amendment Ahead of Croft Event
TOCA, the organiser of the British Touring Car Championship, will be closing a rules loophole before the next round at Croft during the summer break. The Hyundai team Excelr8 Motorsport faced scrutineering issues at Oulton Park due to questions about the mounting of the flat floor on their cars. Despite the ambiguity in the regulations, Excelr8’s cars were allowed to race unchanged on Sunday, with Tom Ingram achieving his second victory of the season. TOCA supremo Alan Gow clarified the situation, stating that the cars were never illegal but adjustments…
BővebbenAdam claims record British GT win as Blackthorn dominates while rivals crumble at Spa
Giacomo Petrobelli and Jonny Adam’s remarkable performance at British GT’s Spa round last weekend was indeed exceptional, positioning them as strong contenders in the intense title battle where the top three crews are separated by only three points. Adam’s victory also set a new record as the most successful racer in British GT3 history. The triumph of the Vantage duo was a result of their consistent strength throughout the season, particularly suited to the flowing Spa track and the Aston Martin. Petrobelli’s impressive qualifying performance and dominant lead during the…
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