Category: motorsport

Three and a half years after taking over the DTM from Gerhard Berger, the ADAC reiterated its long-term commitment at the season opener in Spielberg, emphasizing plans beyond 2030. ADAC Sport President Gerd Ennser affirms the club’s dedication to the series for the very long term, stating the importance of a 40-year vision for the DTM. The ADAC recognizes the significance of the DTM for its image and culture, serving as a vital entertainment tool within the organization as Europe’s largest automobile club. Despite challenges, the ADAC stands firmly behind…

Rob Smedley, speaking on the High Performance Racing podcast, argues against the possibility of a secondary driver leaving a top Formula 1 team and instantly becoming a championship contender elsewhere. Smedley emphasizes the challenges faced by drivers switching teams based on his experiences at Ferrari and Williams. Former Alpine team principal Otmar Szafnauer concurs with Smedley, pointing out the difficulty of transitioning from a dominant team to a lower-ranked one. Szafnauer highlights the rarity of a team moving from third best to first in Formula 1. The discussions around driver…

Carson Hocevar won the NASCAR Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway, with Chris Buescher finishing second and Alex Bowman third. A total of 21 cars finished on the lead lap, as others faced crashes, including Ryan Preece and Ross Chastain. 16 different drivers led laps during the race, with Christopher Bell leading the most at 31 laps. Hocevar’s victory marked an exciting day at Talladega Superspeedway, with intense competition and unexpected outcomes. The race results and moments captured in photos showcased the thrilling and unpredictable nature of NASCAR racing. Tovább…

The Cadillac Formula 1 team debuted a special livery for the Miami Grand Prix, their first race in the US. Cadillac entered the championship this year and achieved a best finish of 13th by Valtteri Bottas in China. The team’s car, MAC-26, pays homage to Mario Andretti and typically features a black-and-white livery revealed at the Super Bowl. For the Miami event, Cadillac unveiled a new design with the US flag’s stars and stripes. The rear wing notably displays the ‘USA’ acronym in red, white, and blue, creating a colorful…

Williams Formula 1 team principal James Vowles has tempered expectations for the team’s performance in the 2026 season due to a challenging start, including missing private testing in Barcelona and working on an overweight car. The team currently holds the ninth position in the constructors’ standings with two points, earned by Carlos Sainz in the Chinese Grand Prix. Vowles emphasized the need for realistic goals and continuous progress, focusing on consistently scoring points and aiming for podium finishes. He explained that the team’s investments will yield results between 2028 and…

In modern Formula 1, continuity is highly valued, with drivers like Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen staying with a single team for years, even over a decade. However, there are also nomad drivers whose careers involve frequent team changes, almost as quick as changing tyres. To identify the most frequent team-switching drivers, we conducted a statistical analysis based on total grand prix starts. Our ranking required drivers to have switched teams at least three times and have made a start in this millennium. The top spot went to a driver…

Exactly two years ago, on April 17, Kimi Antonelli drove a Formula 1 car for the first time during a Mercedes test at the Red Bull Ring in the rain. Today, in his second season, the young Italian already has two wins and leads the championship. The road ahead is long, but daring to dream is crucial for building ambitions. Antonelli’s rapid rise, from karting to F1, showcases his raw talent that convinced Toto Wolff to place him in a Silver Arrow. This direct pathway has thrust him among F1’s…

Thierry Neuville aims to redeem himself at Rally Islas Canarias after a costly mistake in Croatia prevented a Hyundai victory in the World Rally Championship. Despite leading by over a minute in Croatia, Neuville’s collision with a concrete block on the final stage caused severe damage to his i20 N Rally1 car, forcing him to retire from the rally. Determined to bounce back, Neuville expressed his regret to the team for the error and is focused on delivering a strong performance in the upcoming rally in the Canary Islands. The…