Motorsport

TOYOTA RACING Endures Tough 6 Hours of São Paulo but Retains Championship Lead

TOYOTA RACING finished 12th and 17th at São Paulo after a challenging race, yet maintains a five-point lead over BMW M Team WRT in the World Championship.

Alguersuari to Sit Out 2012 Races to Focus on Fitness for F1 Return

Jaime Alguersuari will not race in 2012, concentrating instead on regaining fitness and targeting a comeback to Formula One for the 2013 season.

Aston Martin Racing takes dominant Laguna Seca win

Adrian Fernandez, Stefan Mücke and Harold Primat led Aston Martin Racing to a three-lap victory at the six-hour American Le Mans Series race at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.

Alguersuari signals readiness for Formula One comeback

Jaime Alguersuari, former Toro Rosso driver and BBC F1 pundit, has expressed his intent to return to the Formula One grid after his 2011 exit.

Caterham to Carry Over 2012 Chassis for Next F1 Season

Caterham will use its 2012 Formula One chassis as the basis for its 2013 car, raising questions about the team's development strategy and competitiveness.

No Evidence for Ken Block Entering Formula 1 in 2011

Speculation about rally star Ken Block joining Formula 1 surfaced online in June 2011, but no credible reports or official statements supported the claim.

Red Bull Faces Possible Absence from 2013 F1 Winter Test

Red Bull Racing may skip the opening pre-season test at Jerez in February 2013 as the team races to complete its new car after a late 2012 championship fight.

Carlos Sainz Jr. linked to surprise McLaren Formula 1 seat bid

Carlos Sainz Jr., fresh from his World Series title, is now rumoured to be under consideration for a McLaren Formula 1 seat for 2015, according to several media reports.

Caterham F1 Boss Insists Midfield Ambitions Remain Alive

Tony Fernandes says Caterham's improved 2012 pace keeps hopes of joining Formula One's midfield alive, despite a tough start in Australia and Malaysia.

Hamilton agrees Mercedes F1 contract extension to 2018

Lewis Hamilton has reportedly agreed a new deal with Mercedes, extending his Formula One contract through the end of the 2018 season.

Villeneuve accuses Andros Trophy organisers of favouritism after Super Besse clash

Jacques Villeneuve and Skoda raised allegations of unfair treatment following the 2011/2012 Andros Trophy finale, after a controversial incident involving Alain Prost.

GreenGT LMPH2 Hydrogen-Electric Racer Set for 2012 Le Mans Entry

Swiss firm GreenGT has revealed the LMPH2, a hydrogen-electric prototype aiming to compete in an experimental class at the 2012 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Sponsors uneasy as Formula 1 presses ahead with Bahrain GP

With the Bahrain Grand Prix set to go ahead despite unrest, some F1 sponsors are reconsidering their exposure as organisers insist the event will not be cancelled.

Ford unveils 2013 Fusion NASCAR racer at Charlotte

Ford presented the 2013 Fusion NASCAR prototype at Charlotte Motor Speedway, confirming the new-generation saloon will compete in the top series from the 2013 season.

Alguersuari: 2013 Pirelli F1 Tyres Offer Greater Stability and Durability

Jaime Alguersuari, Pirelli’s test driver, says this year’s Formula One tyres are more stable and durable than in 2012, despite pre-season concerns over degradation.

Briatore Backs Alonso’s Decision to Leave Ferrari

Flavio Briatore has defended Fernando Alonso’s exit from Ferrari in 2014, arguing the Spaniard had no realistic chance of winning titles with the team.

Italian Police Lamborghini Gallardo Written Off After Crash

The Italian police's Lamborghini Gallardo, introduced as a high-speed patrol car, was destroyed in a crash just a year after entering service.

Montezemolo Unhappy with Circumstances of Ferrari Departure

Luca di Montezemolo has publicly rejected claims that he was forced out as Ferrari president due to the Formula One team's lacklustre performance.

Gaddafi's Armoured Mercedes ML Escape Linked to Sarkozy Deal

Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi reportedly used an armoured Mercedes-Benz ML, supplied under a 2008 French deal involving Nicolas Sarkozy, to evade capture in 2011.

Magnussen says Renault a better fit than McLaren

Kevin Magnussen has described Renault as a better environment for him than McLaren, as he prepares for his Formula One return with the rebranded team in 2016.

F1 set for record-breaking pace in 2015, says Pirelli's Hembery

Pirelli motorsport director Paul Hembery expects Formula 1 lap records to fall in 2015 as teams unlock more performance from their cars and tyres.

Williams Dismisses Ferrari Move Rumours for Bottas

Williams has downplayed speculation linking Valtteri Bottas with a switch to Ferrari as a replacement for Kimi Raikkonen in 2016.

Williams to Announce Raikkonen Signing at Abu Dhabi GP

Kimi Raikkonen is set to return to Formula One in 2012 with Williams, with the team expected to confirm the deal at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Nissan to supply GEN4 Formula E powertrains to Andretti from Season 13

Nissan and Andretti Formula E have agreed a multi-year deal for GEN4 powertrain supply and technical collaboration, beginning with the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship’s thirteenth season.