Items from Ken Block’s career listed for charity auction
Ebay Motors has today launched its “From the Collection: Ken Block” auction which offers fans the chance to bid on 43 collectables from the American’s archive. The money raised will help the next generation of aspiring talents in motorsport and action sports through the 43 Institute, set up by theContinue Reading
How a university partnership is helping an IndyCar underdog
While the organisation remains the youngest team in North America’s premier open-wheel championship, the ascension further up the grid is made even more impressive considering the lack of any technical alliance with the series’ powerhouse outfits.Some may immediately point to JHR’s affiliation with Arrow McLaren since last October, but thatContinue Reading
The WEC lesson that WRC could observe to fix its current challenges
The WRC is at a critical crossroads as it strives for growth – in terms of manufacturers competing and widening its fanbase – to realise its huge potential. When it comes to spectacular motorsport, few can rival what the WRC can deliver thanks to the superhuman talents that tackle theContinue Reading
What do DRS, black and white flag, porpoising and more mean? F1 terms explained
The large amount of jargon is a result of the complex engineering that goes into building a Formula 1 car. Teams use a wide depth of knowledge to extract as much performance as possible over a race weekend, which has resulted in expansive terminology.F1 has taken steps in recent yearsContinue Reading
What is DRS in F1 – everything you need to know about the Drag Reduction System, how it works and is it automatic?
The Drag Reduction System (DRS) is a controversial driver-controlled device aimed at aiding overtaking and increasing the chances of wheel-to-wheel racing in Formula 1.The system, which involves the driver opening a flap in their rear wing to reduce drag levels and gain top speed when running within a second ofContinue Reading
Joey Gase penalized by NASCAR for bumper-throwing incident
Gase was handed a $5,000 fine on Tuesday for a violation of Sections 8.8.8K: Crew Member/Servicing Note: A safety violation may be imposed for any action or omission by a competitor or vehicle that creates an unsafe environment or poses a threat to the safety of the Competitors, as determinedContinue Reading
Di Giannantonio “surprised day by day” by VR46 MotoGP team’s approach
The Italian joined VR46 for the 2024 season after losing his Gresini ride to Marc Marquez for this year.Last year’s Qatar Grand Prix winner has never been part of the VR46 Academy stable, but has been encouraged by the level of support he has received from the structure so farContinue Reading
Who are the greatest F1 team principals in history?
F1 has long been raged with a debate over who the greatest driver in history is and that is something which will continue to happen for as long as the series exists. Statistically, it is Lewis Hamilton, but there is also Michael Schumacher, Ayrton Senna and even Max Verstappen coming intoContinue Reading
How Liberty’s Las Vegas F1 gamble paid off
Liberty convinced local authorities and major casinos to back the project and allow the city to be closed down, and for the first time the organisation also served as promoter of the event, taking on the associated financial risks.There were logistical glitches along the way, not least the water valveContinue Reading
FIA’s 2025 WRC rules timeline too tight for Hyundai to do a “good job”
The Hyundai boss had remained largely silent following the FIA’s reveal of a raft of proposals to improve the WRC in February.However, the former Renault Formula 1 boss has now shared his frustrations over the proposals, which have already forced the team to scrap its investment into planned 2025 developmentsContinue Reading