Formula One

Heidfeld Confirms 2010 Renault Talks Before 2011 F1 Return

Nick Heidfeld revealed he held discussions with Renault during the 2010 Formula One season, setting the stage for his eventual 2011 race seat after Robert Kubica’s accident.

Bahrain GP2 Asia race cancelled as violence escalates

Organisers halted the GP2 Asia round at Sakhir after anti-government protests intensified in Bahrain, casting doubt on Formula One’s 2011 season opener.

Vettel: Overtaking in F1 Should Remain a Challenge

Sebastian Vettel voiced concerns in 2011 over Formula One’s new adjustable rear wings, warning that easier overtaking could undermine the sport’s challenge and spectacle.

Bahrain Grand Prix Faces Ongoing Cancellation Threat Amid Unrest

Political unrest and targeted protests in Bahrain have left the 2011 Formula One season opener in doubt, with organisers and teams monitoring the situation closely.

Kubica determined to return to Formula One in 2011 after rally crash

Robert Kubica, recovering from severe injuries sustained in a rally accident, has spoken publicly for the first time and expressed his intention to race again this season.

Heidfeld Set to Replace Injured Kubica at Renault, Reports Say

Nick Heidfeld is reportedly poised to join Renault for the 2011 Formula One season after Robert Kubica's rally crash, with the team evaluating options during pre-season testing.

Ford Files Lawsuit Against Ferrari Over F150 Name in US Court

Ford took legal action against Ferrari in February 2011, claiming the F150 name for Ferrari's Formula One car infringed its trademark on the best-selling F-150 pickup.

Ferrari Renames 2011 F1 Car to F150th Italia After Ford Lawsuit

Ferrari has changed the name of its 2011 Formula One car from F150 to F150th Italia following legal action from Ford over its F-150 pickup trademark.

Austin F1 Grand Prix Site and Backers Confirmed for 2012 Return

Plans for the Formula One United States Grand Prix in Austin detail a 900-acre circuit near Elroy, with major investment from Red McCombs and construction due to start in December 2010.

Red Bull Runs F1 Car Along Dominican Republic Beach

Red Bull brought Formula One spectacle to the Caribbean by running a 2009 F1 car on the sands of the Dominican Republic, drawing a crowd of around 200,000.

Schumacher Linked to Mercedes F1 Return After Ferrari Role Ends

Speculation grows around Michael Schumacher’s possible comeback with Mercedes GP in 2010, following his departure from an advisory role at Ferrari.

Toyota warns Formula One exit possible amid financial strain

Toyota's F1 team boss says the company's future in the sport is uncertain, citing financial results and unresolved cost-cutting efforts as key factors.

Barrichello Leads Brawn 1-2 at 2009 Italian Grand Prix

Rubens Barrichello claimed victory at Monza, heading a Brawn GP one-two as Lewis Hamilton crashed out on the final lap and Ferrari salvaged a podium on home soil.

Ferrari Board to Decide Scuderia F1 Future Amid Budget Cap Row

Ferrari’s board will meet on 12 May 2009 to discuss the team’s Formula 1 participation, as tensions with the FIA over the 2010 budget cap escalate.

Vettel Takes Pole at Silverstone as Button Misses Out on Front Row

Sebastian Vettel led a Red Bull charge in 2009 Silverstone qualifying, securing pole ahead of Rubens Barrichello, while local favourite Jenson Button settled for sixth.