Pirelli Disputes Claims 2014 F1 Tyre Deal Is Complete
Paul Hembery has rejected Bernie Ecclestone's suggestion that Pirelli's Formula One contract for 2014 is already settled, insisting negotiations are ongoing.
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Paul Hembery has rejected Bernie Ecclestone's suggestion that Pirelli's Formula One contract for 2014 is already settled, insisting negotiations are ongoing.
Red Bull and Mercedes have called for Formula One to revert to the 2012 Pirelli tyre specification, citing safety concerns after a series of high-speed blowouts at the British Grand Prix.
McLaren’s Martin Whitmarsh and several drivers criticised the rapid tyre degradation seen at the Chinese Grand Prix, raising questions about the direction of Formula One racing.
Circuit de Catalunya's Salvador Servià says no talks have taken place to alternate the Spanish Grand Prix with Valencia, despite recent suggestions from officials in the port city.
Vitantonio Liuzzi leads a Mercedes 1-2 for Romeo Ferraris at Monza, with the C63 AMG Coupé sweeping the podium in both Superstars International Series races.
Mark Webber was running reduced engine power to save fuel when Sebastian Vettel overtook him for victory in the 2013 Malaysian Grand Prix, according to new reports.
Porsche has declined to dismiss reports linking Red Bull’s Mark Webber with a 2014 Le Mans prototype drive, as the Australian’s Formula One future remains in question.
Christian Horner argued that top Formula One drivers such as Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton would have acted as Sebastian Vettel did in Malaysia, prioritising victory over instructions.
Giancarlo Martini, who helped establish the Minardi team and competed as a driver in the 1970s, has died following a period of illness.
Eric Boullier confirms Robert Kubica is being considered for a Lotus Formula One drive in 2014, provided the Polish driver regains full fitness after his rally crash.
Sebastian Vettel apologised for passing Mark Webber against Red Bull instructions at the 2013 Malaysian Grand Prix, triggering fresh scrutiny of intra-team relations.
Limited to just 86 units, the Toyota GT 86 Cup Edition brings motorsport styling, bespoke wheels and exclusive Nürburgring access for buyers in 2013.
Ford has revealed the 2014 Cobra Jet Mustang, a limited-run drag racer built for NHRA Stock and Super Stock, with only 50 units planned and a price tag just under $98,000.
After a difficult Australian Grand Prix, McLaren is pushing ahead with updates for its 2013 MP4-28, shelving talk of reverting to last year’s car.
Sebastian Vettel is reported to have agreed a contract extension with Red Bull Racing, keeping the reigning world champion with the team until the end of the 2016 Formula One season.
Joe Gibbs Racing's Denny Hamlin was fined after publicly criticising the new Generation-6 NASCAR Cup car following the Phoenix race in March 2013.
After leaving Chip Ganassi Racing at the end of 2012, Graham Rahal has not closed the door on a possible reunion with the IndyCar team.
Porsche has unveiled the fifth-generation 911 GT3 at the Geneva Motor Show, introducing a new 3.8-litre engine, dual-clutch transmission and active rear-wheel steering.
Heikki Kovalainen has emerged as a leading candidate to replace Luiz Razia at Marussia for the 2013 Formula One season, while Vitaly Petrov is not in contention.
Adrian Sutil returns to Force India for the 2013 Formula One season, with the team also aiming to keep Jules Bianchi involved as a reserve driver.
Sebring International Raceway has named Rolex as its Official Timepiece, linking the Swiss watchmaker to the Mobil 1 12 Hours of Sebring and future endurance events.
AJ Allmendinger returned to open-wheel racing with Penske at Sebring, but finished his first IndyCar test session 12th on the timesheets, 0.7 seconds off the pace.
Reports from Germany suggest Michael Schumacher could work with Mercedes-AMG on high-performance road cars after his F1 retirement, though the company has not confirmed the move.
Red Bull Racing has launched its RB9 challenger for the 2013 Formula 1 season, aiming to defend both drivers’ and constructors’ titles with Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber.