While the new 2026 F1 regulations have created a lot of controversy, Rob Marshall, Chief Technical Officer and Chief Designer at McLaren, still highlights some welcomed design innovations. Before the season started, the expectation was for cars to be quite similar. The rumours said there was very little room for creativity in car design within…
The CrowdStrike 24h of Spa has always been a race that blends sporting excellence with deep emotional connection, and for 2026, Comtoyou Racing ensured both were present in abundance. The team confirmed an entry that immediately stood out, fielding an all-Belgian line-up in its #700 Aston Martin Vantage AMR GT3 EVO. In a field often…
The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team has taken another decisive step in developing future racing talent by signing 17-year-old Zhenrui Chi to its Driver Academy. The announcement, made at the AMR Technology Campus in Silverstone, highlights the team’s continued investment in nurturing young drivers from across the globe. Moreover, the addition of Chi reflects…
Cian Shields reflected on his first Formula 1 Free Practice outing during a media session attended by Pit Debrief. He also discussed his growing relationship with Aston Martin. The British driver offered insight into how the opportunity came about. The British driver currently competes in the 2026 FIA F2 Championship. He has steadily built his…
The final free practice session ahead of Qualifying for the 2026 WEC 6 Hours of Imola unfolded under clear skies at Imola. As expected, teams wasted no time in extracting maximum performance, and lap times dropped immediately. Crucially, Ferrari delivered a statement performance at just the right moment. Meanwhile, LMGT3 continued to produce a tightly…
Kobe Pauwels delivered a remarkable performance on his 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) debut at Imola. The young Belgian stepped into the spotlight with confidence and composure, ultimately topping the LMGT3 timesheets in FP2. Although his appearance came unexpectedly, Pauwels seized the opportunity and immediately proved his potential at the highest level of endurance…
After Ferrari topped Free Practice 1 with a 1-2-3 in the Hypercar category, Free Practice 2 at Imola delivered a significant shift in the competitive order of the opening FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) weekend of 2026. As track conditions improved, lap times dropped rapidly, and new contenders emerged at the front in both Hypercar…
The FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) represents the pinnacle of long-distance circuit racing. Established in 2012 by the FIA and the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), the series combines cutting-edge technology, world-class drivers and demanding races that last anywhere from six hours to a full 24-hour marathon. Crucially, WEC continues to grow in popularity thanks…
Comtoyou Racing secured a sensational late race victory in the GTWC Europe 2026 season opener at Circuit Paul Ricard, as the No. 007 Aston Martin of Marco Sørensen, Nicki Thiim and Mattia Drudi overturned the odds in a dramatic closing stint. The trio capitalised on a late Safety Car to deny the dominant No. 48…
Winward Racing secured pole position for the opening round of the 2026 GTWC Europe Endurance Cup at Circuit Paul Ricard for the second year in a row, as Lucas Auer, Luca Stolz and Maro Engel combined to narrowly edge out the competition in a remarkably close qualifying session. Despite Engel only placing 11th in the…
