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Rafael Vaessen reflects on his Macau breakthrough, working with Andrea Todisco and AT Performance, and adapting to the demands of cars.

Racing up the ladder | “The small details are crucial” — Rafael Vaessen on Macau, AT Performance, and adapting to cars

Karishma Persad7 hours ago2 days ago013 mins

For Rafael Vaessen, the move from karting to cars has been shaped by opportunity, preparation, and attention to detail. After returning to racing and rebuilding momentum in karting, Vaessen reached a key turning point with his first overseas race in Macau. That weekend helped him and those around him reassess what might be possible. It…

Lucas di Grassi reflects on betting his career on Formula E, its growth, retirement and why his work in motorsport is far from over now.

Exclusive: Di Grassi looks back on the belief that shaped his Formula E career

Chiara Martin7 hours ago18 hours ago010 mins

Before Formula E had a race, a calendar, or a reputation, it had an idea. For Lucas di Grassi, that idea arrived before the championship even had its name. The Brazilian has become one of the defining figures in Formula E history. He was the first driver to commit to the series, helped develop the…

Enzo Fittipaldi celebrates his victory at the Mid-Ohio GP in Indy NXT.

Exclusive: Enzo Fittipaldi talks through his journey from “nightmare” F2 crash to Indy NXT glory

Nicolas Lopes3 days ago2 days ago08 mins

For those watching on the outside, HMD Motorsports’ Enzo Fittipaldi’s clean sweep of the 2026 Mid-Ohio round in Indy NXT might look impressive enough, as the ultra-competitive feeder series for IndyCar has a grid stacked of talent. But what that success doesn’t tell immediately is just how much pain the Brazilian went through before reaching…

Arjun Maini reflects on his first 2026 DTM podium with Ford, a chaotic Norisring Race 1, and why bold moves require full commitment.

Exclusive: Maini says HRT Ford is “getting stronger” after breakthrough podium at Race 1 of 2026 Norisring

Chiara Martin2 weeks ago1 week ago07 mins

Arjun Maini believes his first podium of the 2026 DTM season confirms Ford’s growing strength after he finished third in an eventful Race 1 at the Norisring. The HRT Ford driver started third and finished third, but his route to the podium proved far from straightforward. Nicki Thiim converted pole into victory, Maro Engel finished…

Finn Wiebelhaus discusses DTM competitiveness, consistency and career ambitions as he chases success in GT Racing.

Exclusive: “Consistency is key” — Wiebelhaus on what defines winners as he targets success in DTM and beyond

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago05 mins

Finn Wiebelhaus continues to navigate the early stages of his DTM and GT racing career while striving for success in one of the most competitive environments in world motorsport. The Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM) demands precision, adaptability and consistency, with drivers often separated by the smallest of margins across a race weekend. In an exclusive…

Exclusive: “Being fast is not enough” — Kelvin van der Linde on DTM’s fine margins

Chiara Martin2 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins

Kelvin van der Linde’s 2026 DTM season has already demonstrated why outright speed does not always guarantee a strong result in one of motorsport’s most closely contested championships. As the 2026 DTM season reaches the fourth of its eight rounds at the Norisring, the Schubert Motorsport driver has experienced both ends of the competitive order….

Exclusive: “Every track is good” — Thiim on DTM’s calendar, fan experience and future growth

Hannah Kambartel2 weeks ago2 weeks ago05 mins

As DTM continues to evolve, the championship faces the challenge of balancing its traditional identity with the demands of modern, international motorsport audiences. One of DTM’s defining characteristics remains the calendar, which combines iconic permanent circuits with the unique challenge of street racing. However, the growing international interest increases the importance of fan engagement both…

Pit Debrief goes inside Aston Martin’s AMRTC as Adrian Newey says better days are ahead for the Silverstone-based F1 team.

Exclusive: Inside Aston Martin’s AMRTC as Adrian Newey says better days are ahead for the Silverstone-based F1 team

David Coath2 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins

Pit Debrief returned to Aston Martin’s Racing Technology Campus for a second consecutive year, gaining exclusive access to the team’s Open House event, a private factory tour, Mission Control and Adrian Newey’s latest thoughts ahead of F1’s British Grand Prix. As F1 arrived at Silverstone for the British Grand Prix, Aston Martin Aramco once again…

Rafael Vaessen discusses the unseen training, discipline, and race-weekend details behind his development in cars.

Racing up the ladder | “The racing is only like 10% of the work” — Rafael Vaessen on the unseen demands of motorsport

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago020 mins

For Rafael Vaessen, building a career in motorsport means far more than turning up at the circuit and delivering on race day. While fans often see results, timing screens, and on-track battles, much of a young driver’s development happens away from public view. Physical training, simulator work, preparation, discipline, and communication all form part of…

Del Grosso explains how setbacks, recovery, and a strong support system shape his mindset, preparation, and performance in motorsport.

Racing up the ladder | “Without them, you cannot improve” — Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso on the importance of setbacks and the power of a strong support system

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago05 mins

In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso shared candid insights into the challenges he faces as a young racing driver and how he navigates the mental and physical demands of motorsport. Known for his disciplined approach, Del Grosso reflected on the lessons learned from setbacks, the importance of recovery, and the…