Motorsport

Hulkenberg Claims Le Mans Victory on Debut as Porsche Ends Audi Streak

Nico Hulkenberg, racing for Force India in F1, won the 2015 Le Mans 24 Hours at his first attempt, sharing Porsche’s 17th overall win with Nick Tandy and Earl Bamber.

Felipe Nasr Defends Role of Sponsors in F1 Driver Careers

Felipe Nasr, backed by Banco do Brasil at Sauber in 2015, argues that bringing sponsorship is common among Formula One drivers, including past champions.

BMW M4 GTS laps Nürburgring in 7:27.88, video confirms

BMW’s M4 GTS has set a Nürburgring-Nordschleife lap of 7:27.88, placing it among supercar company and ahead of several high-profile rivals from Ferrari, McLaren and Porsche.

Stewart: Ecclestone's F1 Reign Will End, Successor Inevitable

Sir Jackie Stewart says Bernie Ecclestone will eventually be replaced as Formula One's chief, arguing that no one is indispensable despite Ecclestone's transformative impact on the sport.

Hakkinen: Williams Should Have Let Bottas Pass Massa at Silverstone

Mika Hakkinen says Williams missed a chance at the 2015 British Grand Prix by not instructing Felipe Massa to let Valtteri Bottas through during the early laps.

Ron Dennis Backs McLaren Management Amid 2015 Struggles

Ron Dennis has publicly defended McLaren's management structure, insisting the team is well run despite poor results during the 2015 Formula One season.

Häkkinen: No Quick Fix for McLaren After 2015 F1 Struggles

Mika Häkkinen says McLaren’s 2015 Formula One campaign was painful to watch, but insists the team’s problems with Honda cannot be solved overnight.

Pirelli Rejects Claims of Softer Tyre Shift for 2015 F1 Season

Pirelli's Paul Hembery says the company's Formula 1 tyre selection approach remains unchanged, despite reports suggesting a move to softer compounds for the 2015 calendar.

Vettel: Ferrari Still Chasing Mercedes Despite Early Win

Sebastian Vettel says Ferrari’s winter progress has closed the gap but catching Mercedes at the front of Formula One will take time.

Bottas faces pressure as top teams monitor Mercedes future

Valtteri Bottas enters 2018 with only a one-year Mercedes deal, as speculation grows that rival teams are watching his progress and Mercedes keeps its options open.

Raikkonen Retained by Ferrari for 2016 F1 Season

Ferrari confirmed Kimi Raikkonen will continue alongside Sebastian Vettel for the 2016 Formula One season, ending months of speculation over the Finn’s future.

Prost: Renault and Red Bull F1 Exit Still on the Table

Alain Prost says Renault is still considering its Formula One future, with a full withdrawal and even Red Bull’s exit remaining possibilities as engine struggles persist.

Max Verstappen open to Le Mans entry with father Jos

Max Verstappen has expressed interest in tackling the Le Mans 24 Hours alongside his father Jos, as both consider future sports car outings beyond Formula 1.

BMW Track Trainer Shows the Fast Line at Laguna Seca

BMW's autonomous 330i Track Trainer demonstrates advanced driver coaching at Laguna Seca, using GPS, sensors and three training modes to teach the racing line.

Zandvoort Secures Formula 1 Return as Dutch Grand Prix Confirmed for 2020

Zandvoort will host the Dutch Grand Prix from 2020 after a 35-year absence, with a three-year deal confirmed amid surging Dutch interest driven by Max Verstappen.

FIA Reinstates Bahrain Grand Prix for 30 October 2011

The FIA World Motor Sport Council has unanimously agreed to reinstate the Bahrain Grand Prix, rescheduling the race for 30 October and moving the Indian GP to the season's end.

Watson: McLaren Prioritised Sponsorship Over Talent for 2013 F1 Line-Up

John Watson criticised McLaren’s decision to sign Sergio Pérez for 2013, arguing the team valued financial backing over proven driver ability after Lewis Hamilton’s departure.

Raikkonen set for flawless F1 comeback season with Lotus

Kimi Raikkonen is on the brink of finishing every race in his 2012 Formula One return, a rare feat that highlights both his consistency and Lotus's reliability.

Toyota GR Supra Racing Concept revives iconic name at Geneva

Toyota brought the Supra name back to the public eye at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show with the GR Supra Racing Concept, previewing the road car to follow.

Audi R8 V8 Limited Edition marks tenth Le Mans triumph

Audi has launched a 100-unit R8 V8 Limited Edition for the UK, celebrating its tenth Le Mans victory with unique styling, enhanced equipment and exclusive paint options.

Audi R8 LMS Crash Forces Long Caution at 2011 Nürburgring 24 Hours

Chris Vogler’s high-speed accident in the Audi R8 LMS brought out a lengthy neutralisation during the 2011 Nürburgring 24 Hours, highlighting the risks of multi-class endurance racing.

Renault Clio R.S. 18 channels F1 spirit in special edition hot hatch

Renault’s Clio R.S. 18, launched for 2018, adopts Formula One-inspired styling and a standard Akrapovic exhaust, but keeps the familiar 220 Trophy hardware underneath.

BMW M5 Teased in America With High-Profile Drift Stunt

BMW USA previewed the new F90 M5’s drift capability with a video and record-breaking stunts, highlighting the saloon’s rear-drive mode and all-wheel drive flexibility.

RC car chase video recreates Hollywood chaos in miniature city

A new video captures a pair of remote-controlled cars racing and crashing through a detailed cardboard city, complete with tiny buildings and street scenes.