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In February 2024, now-Williams Driver Carlos Sainz Jr. found himself without a seat for the 2025 season when Ferrari announced that Lewis Hamilton would complete their driver line-up. Recently, Carlos Sainz Sr., a rally legend and the driver’s father, spoke with El Chiringuito about his son’s exit from Ferrari and his search for a new…
In an exclusive interview with Auto Motor und Sport, Adrian Newey the legendary racing designer and incoming Aston Martin’s Managing Technical Partner sat down to discuss the 2026 regulations. The Briton departed from Red Bull Racing after nearly two decades with the Milton Keynes-based team and sought pastures new with Aston Martin after an opportunity…
Mercedes have announced that they will reveal their 2025 F1 car to motorsport enthusiasts worldwide on February 24. The launch of their 2025 challenger—Mercedes-AMG F1 W16 E Performance—will take place just a few days after all ten teams unveil their liveries during the inaugural season launch event at London’s The O2. The W16 is set…
The world of Motorsport learned 7-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton was to join Ferrari F1 in 2025 last February, replacing Carlos Sainz in the process. This meant that the 4-time race winner had to find a new team. Later last year it was confirmed that Williams would be his destination. His father, Carlos Sainz Senior,…
In an exclusive interview with Auto Motor und Sport, legendary racing designer Adrian Newey discussed his decision to leave Red Bull F1 after nearly two decades with the Milton Keynes-based squad. During his time with the team, the Brit was a key figure in helping them win seven Drivers’ Championships and six Constructors’ Championships. After…
Red Bull chose Liam Lawson over Yuki Tsunoda to fill the vacant seat left by Sergio Pérez for 2025 (and beyond). However, Racing Bull’s sporting director Alan Permane believes Tsunoda can still target a Red Bull seat in the upcoming Formula One season. Yuki Tsunoda joined Red Bull’s junior team ‘Visa Cash App Racing Bulls’…
With only 7 weeks left before lights out in Melbourne, eyes are setting back on the 2025 drivers lineup, especially the rookie drivers. Liam Lawson is not technically a rookie, having replaced Daniel Ricciardo in VCARB in 2023 after his injury, and in 2024 after being ousted of the team. However, Lawson will drive alongside…
The FIA has introduced revisions to the International Sporting Code, outlining new misconduct guidelines that could lead to severe penalties, including full suspensions and points deductions. The draconian new guidelines have caused quite a stir within the Formula 1 community, raising questions about the governing body’s relationship with drivers and its leadership under FIA president…
Williams Racing is gearing up for an exciting 2025 season with another key signing. After Carlos Sainz, the team has added seasoned driver and former Le Mans winner Oliver Turvey as their Test and Development Driver. The ex-McLaren test driver brings a wealth of experience to bolster Williams’ ambitions for the new era. Turvey brings…
Franco Colapinto was confirmed early January as part of Alpine’s reserve driver pool, joining Paul Aaron for the 2025 season. The Argentinian did an exclusive interview this week, sitting down to talk about his role within the team and the goals he aligns himself with. “It’s a team that deserves to be at the top…
