Formula One

Hamilton Criticises Pirelli Tyres for Slowing Formula 1 Pace

Lewis Hamilton says Pirelli’s high-degradation tyres are making Formula 1 races slower and less exciting, as drivers struggle to push without rapid wear.

Raikkonen Furious Over Ferrari Pit Strategy in Spain

Kimi Raikkonen held lengthy discussions with Ferrari officials after the 2014 Spanish Grand Prix, unhappy over pit strategy that favoured Fernando Alonso.

Life-size Lego F1 cars take to Miami circuit after 22,000 hours of building

Ten fully driveable Lego Formula One cars, each built from 400,000 bricks, led the drivers’ parade at the 2025 Miami Grand Prix after an eight-month build.

No Evidence Domenicali Quit F1 or Called Vettel About His Exit

Recent reports confirm Stefano Domenicali remains F1 president through 2029, with no substantiated claims of his resignation or private calls to Sebastian Vettel.

Button says most F1 drivers miss V10 engines

Jenson Button has revealed that many Formula 1 drivers would prefer a return to the V10 engines, despite the sport's ongoing shift towards greener technology.

Renault previews 2018 Megane RS at Monaco Grand Prix

Renault gave the first public outing to its next-generation Megane RS during the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, with F1 driver Nico Hülkenberg taking the camouflaged prototype for a lap.

Renault R.S. 2027 Vision electrifies Formula One at Auto Shanghai

Renault unveiled its R.S. 2027 Vision concept at the 2017 Auto Shanghai, imagining a lightweight, electrified Formula One car with advanced driver focus and safety.

Infiniti and Renault F1 unveil Q60 Project Black S hybrid concept

The Q60 Project Black S, revealed by Infiniti and the Renault F1 team at Geneva 2017, adapts Formula One hybrid technology to a 500hp road-going coupe.

Mercedes-AMG confirms 2018 hypercar with over 1000hp

Production of the Formula One-inspired Mercedes-AMG hypercar will be limited to 200–300 units, with a hybrid V6 engine targeting a four-figure output.

Lauda Calls for More Risk and Fewer Gimmicks in Formula One

Niki Lauda urged Formula One to restore risk and spectacle by making cars faster and less controlled, while warning against artificial rule changes.

Short film pays tribute to Ayrton Senna and the Honda NSX

A new video by Robbert Alblas revisits Ayrton Senna’s influence on the Honda NSX, blending archive footage of the late Formula One champion with evocative shots of the iconic Japanese supercar.

Vettel’s Team Refutes 350km/h Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Claim

Sebastian Vettel’s press office rejects allegations that he drove a Ferrari F12 Berlinetta at 350km/h on Abu Dhabi public roads, following a viral video and media claims.

Report links James Allison to possible Ferrari team principal role

Italian media suggest Ferrari president Sergio Marchionne could replace Maurizio Arrivabene with technical chief James Allison after a winless start to 2016.

DTM Drivers Say They Do Not Miss Formula One Careers

Dani Juncadella and Timo Glock, both former F1 drivers, describe why they prefer the challenge and opportunities of DTM over a return to Grand Prix racing.

Verstappen Reflects on Departure of Engineer Xevi Pujolar

Max Verstappen says he will miss collaborating with Xevi Pujolar after the engineer’s abrupt exit from Toro Rosso following a reported dispute in Russia.

McLaren Rejects Reports of Legal Threat Over FIA Engine Supply Rule

McLaren distances itself from claims Ron Dennis threatened legal action against the FIA’s new regulation on mandatory customer engine supply in Formula One.

F1 Teams Approve Single In-Season Test for 2012

Formula One teams and the FIA have agreed to reintroduce a single mid-season test at Mugello in 2012, ending a three-year total ban on in-season testing.

Russian sponsor Sergey Belousov backs Kvyat’s Toro Rosso return

IT entrepreneur Sergey Belousov has signed a sponsorship deal with Toro Rosso, supporting Daniil Kvyat’s return to the team following his demotion from Red Bull ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix.

Renault backs Palmer amid speculation over F1 seat

Team principal Frédéric Vasseur says Renault remains committed to Jolyon Palmer despite rumours linking Esteban Ocon and Sergey Sirotkin to the seat.

Boullier: 2017 Formula One Rules Will Not Hinder Overtaking

McLaren racing director Eric Boullier rejects claims that the 2017 chassis and tyre regulations will reduce overtaking, arguing mechanical grip gains will offset added downforce.

Red Bull to Review Renault F1 Engine Deal After Canada

Red Bull Racing will wait for Renault’s planned engine upgrade at the Canadian Grand Prix before deciding whether to continue their partnership into 2017.

Honda voices doubts over push for louder Formula One engines

Honda's F1 chief Yusuke Hasegawa says he is unconvinced by efforts to artificially increase the noise of turbo hybrid engines, as manufacturers research new solutions for 2018.

Alonso Targets Podium for McLaren-Honda in 2016 F1 Season

After a sixth-place finish in Sochi, Fernando Alonso believes McLaren-Honda could realistically aim for a podium in the 2016 Formula One campaign.

Coulthard backs Renault’s decision to revive Magnussen’s F1 career

Kevin Magnussen’s seventh place in Sochi gave Renault its first points of the 2016 season, prompting praise from David Coulthard for both driver and team.