WRC announces expanded 14-round 2025 calendar
The World Rally Championship is set for its largest season since 2008 following the confirmation of an expanded 2025 calendar which features 14 events.As previously reported, the WRC schedule will expand next year to accommodate three new rallies, with the Canary Islands, Paraguay and Saudi Arabia joining the calendar.The scheduleContinue Reading
Moving under braking in F1 explained: FIA rules and how they’re enforced
More stringent regulations surrounding moving under braking were introduced to Formula 1 in 2016 following drivers’ concerns around Max Verstappen’s defensive moves. Many drivers had complained to F1’s race director Charlie Whiting that Verstappen’s actions were extremely dangerous as he battled several rivals on track. Whiting had previously reassured theContinue Reading
Mercedes Mistakes and McLaren’s Tough Decision – F1 Belgian GP Analysis
Bryn Lucas is joined by Alex Kalinauckas and Ronald Vording to look back at the big stories coming out of the Belgian Grand Prix. The guys discuss how Mercedes got it so wrong at Spa, having Russell’s car that finished first disqualified and leaving Hamilton, who had led most ofContinue Reading
Martin and Pramac “more alone” than before amid impending Ducati MotoGP split
Jorge Martin feels he and Pramac are “more alone” than in previous years as they prepare to leave Ducati’s stable after the 2024 MotoGP season.Pramac rider Martin has hinted that he and his team are beginning to lose support from Ducati, which now appears to be prioritising the title challengeContinue Reading
Mercedes: Plank and tyre wear, plus driver weight, likely trigger of Russell’s F1 Belgium DSQ
Mercedes suspects that plank and tyre wear, plus weight loss by George Russell himself, may have contributed to his car being under the limit at the end of Formula 1’s Belgian Grand Prix.Russell was disqualified from his victory after last weekend’s race at Spa when his Mercedes was found toContinue Reading
Chadwick set for maiden IndyCar test with Andretti
Andretti Global announced Jamie Chadwick will test with its IndyCar team following the conclusion of the Indy NXT season.The 26-year-old Briton’s opportunity will come at Barber Motorsports Park on 30 September, becoming the first female in over a decade (Pippa Mann, 2011) to receive an IndyCar Series test.“I’m incredibly excitedContinue Reading
Who is new Alpine F1 team principal Oliver Oakes?
Oliver Oakes has been named as Alpine’s new team principal as the revolving managerial door at the Enstone-and-Viry-based outfit is halted once again.He becomes the third person to occupy the role since the start of last season, following Otmar Szafnauer and Bruno Famin – the latter stepping down less thanContinue Reading
MotoGP British Grand Prix: Start time, how to watch and more
MotoGP is gearing up for the British Grand Prix at the iconic Silverstone circuit in Northamptonshire. It is the first week back from the summer break following from the previous German GP which was won by Francesco Bagnaia.The Italian will restart the season leading the championship ahead of Jorge MartinContinue Reading
WEC considering ban on two-driver Hypercar line-ups from 2025
Two-driver line-ups in the Hypercar class of the World Endurance Championship could be outlawed for next season. A potential rule change mandating the normal three drivers is under discussion in response to calls from teams and manufacturers following the Ganassi Cadillac squad’s decision to race with a two-strong line-up in theContinue Reading
Why the WRC is introducing virtual chicanes in Finland
The World Rally Championship will introduce virtual chicanes for the first time in competition at Rally Finland, in a move that has helped re-introduce the legendary Ouninpohja stage.The advancement in technology has seen virtual chicanes become more prevalent in rallying with the system already being used in various championships includingContinue Reading