Chiara Martin, Author at Motorsport | Pit Debrief

Jaguar TCS Racing Extends Formula E Commitment to 2030 with GEN4 Innovations

Chiara Martin10 months ago10 months ago03 mins

Jaguar TCS Racing has solidified its commitment to Formula E, extending its participation until 2030 as the series advances into the GEN4 era. This announcement places Jaguar alongside Nissan as the early adopters of the next-generation technology in the all-electric championship. The reveal came during a press conference attended by Pit Debrief, where significant advances…

Formula E Unveils GEN3 Evo: 1.82s to 60 MPH with Sustainable Tech

Chiara Martin10 months ago10 months ago05 mins

Formula E and the FIA have revealed a significant advancement in electric race car technology with the unveiling of the new all-electric GEN3 Evo in Monte Carlo today. This cutting-edge vehicle sets a new standard for the category, boasting an acceleration from 0-60 mph in just 1.82 seconds, making it the fastest accelerating FIA single-seater…

Adrian Newey poised to leave Red Bull F1 after 18 years

Chiara Martin10 months ago10 months ago03 mins

There’s a potential shake-up brewing in the Formula 1 landscape. Renowned designer Adrian Newey, currently with Red Bull Racing, is set to depart the team, a source confirmed to Pit Debrief. This comes internal conflicts and dissatisfaction at Red Bull since last year following a power struggle. The exit has ultimately come because of the…

Penalty points impact Magnussen, Sargeant, Stroll and Ricciardo after incidents in F1 Chinese GP

Chiara Martin10 months ago04 mins

The Chinese Grand Prix 2024 was marked by a series of incidents that prompted decisive actions from the race stewards. Kevin Magnussen received a 10-second time penalty and two penalty points for a collision with Yuki Tsunoda at Turn 6 on lap 27 as he spun the Japanese driver into retirement with some clumsy driving….

Marko celebrates Red Bull’s 100th pole at F1 Chinese GP: “We did everything right” after fixing “certain problems in FP1”

Chiara Martin10 months ago10 months ago03 mins

In a qualifying session that saw Max Verstappen achieve the 100th pole position in Red Bull’s history, team advisor Helmut Marko expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance. With Sergio Perez securing the second spot, Red Bull’s dominance was firmly underlined at the event. Speaking to Sky Germany, Marko discussed the critical factors that contributed…

Lewis Hamilton “found out a lot about the car” following strong drive to P2 in F1 Chinese GP Sprint

Chiara Martin10 months ago10 months ago03 mins

Lewis Hamilton achieved a notable second place in the sprint race at the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix, taking place under cloudy skies in Shanghai early Saturday. This result marks a significant improvement and by far his best result in 2024 to date, bolstering his outlook for the upcoming qualifying and Grand Prix. Hamilton appreciated the…

Boya leads again in final day of Barcelona F3 In-Season Test

Chiara Martin10 months ago10 months ago03 mins

Mari Boya has once again topped the timesheets, setting the fastest lap for the second consecutive day at the in-season Formula 3 test in Barcelona. Campos Racing’s rising star clocked a morning session best of 1:27.034, narrowly outpacing his teammate Oliver Goethe. The morning began with challenging wet conditions, as teams grappled with a damp…

Norris “happy” with F1 Sprint pole at Chinese GP: “We’ve had good pace all weekend”

Chiara Martin10 months ago10 months ago05 mins

Lando Norris of McLaren managed to seize the pole position in a highly unpredictable Sprint Qualifying session at the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix. It was marked by fluctuating weather conditions, making the track challenging for all drivers. After clinching pole, Norris reflected on the session, emphasising the difficulties posed by the rain arriving for Q3…

“From Ninth to Second is a Pretty Good Day in the Office”: Dennis Reflects on Double Podium at Misano E-Prix

Chiara Martin10 months ago10 months ago04 mins

Jake Dennis secured double second-place finishes at the 2024 Misano E-Prix, demonstrating a strong comeback after facing setbacks. Starting from ninth, the Andretti driver made significant gains to secure podium positions on both days, which allowed him to gain the championsip lead. Dennis credited his performance to the Porsche powertrain, highlighting its efficiency and reliability….

Van Der Linde Excited for FE Return with ABT CUPRA in Berlin, “It’s Exactly How I Want It to Be as a Racer”

Chiara Martin10 months ago10 months ago04 mins

Kelvin van der Linde is set to return to Formula E, driving for ABT CUPRA in the upcoming Berlin E-Prix. This opportunity comes as Nico Mueller will be fulfilling commitments in the FIA World Endurance Championship on the same weekend. Scheduled for the 11th and 12th of May, Rounds 9 & 10 of the season…