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New Formula 1 team Cadillac has unveiled a special monochrome livery which will be used specifically for the first test of the season in Barcelona

Jack Doohan has left the Alpine team to "pursue other career opportunities," the Formula 1 outfit has confirmed.

Mercedes F1 star George Russell has revealed the emotional reason why he undertakes another role outside of Mercedes. More »

An axed Red Bull star has been hit with the claim that the sport has forgotten him following his demotion from the F1 team. More »

The subtle colours look set to be a nod to how this year's F1 car could look. More »

Isack Hadjar has been designated as Max Verstappen's "whipping boy" at Red Bull by ex-F1 Champion Damon Hill going into the 2026 season.The post Ex-F1 champion renders grim ‘whipping boy' prediction for Isack Hadjar at Red Bull... More »

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12/01/2026 at 16:4812/01/2026 at 16:41 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. Victor Martins’ journey with Williams is entering a new and decisive chapter – one that moves him closer to the heart of the... More »

F1 teams will be heavily relying on their drivers this year to make the difference behind the wheel amid a regulation change - but who has the best line-up? More »

Victor Martins steps into a new role as test and development driver for Williams, alongside racing in the WEC with Alpine. The Frenchman joined the Williams Academy at the start of 2025 with numerous accolades to his name, including Formula Renault... More »

The 2026 F1 season could see the competitive order completely reset across the grid, as all 11 teams will soon reveal their take on the new regulations. More »

Williams Driver Academy driver Victor Martins has been handed a promotion by the F1 driver, and handed a role with Alpine on the same day.
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12/01/2026 at 15:2612/01/2026 at 15:41 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. Damon Hill and Johnny Herbert believe the 2026 season could spring a major surprise, with the two F1 veterans naming their dark... More »

Honda Racing president Koji Watanabe has revealed an 'emotional' farewell to four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen. More »

Another remarkable Dakar Rally day and an astonishing drive from a 20-year-old. More »

Williams confirmed that Victor Martins will step into the role of Test and Development Driver for the 2026 Formula 1 season, alongside a parallel campaign in WEC with Alpine. More »

It's a role that should not be underestimated as it is vital in developing a car for the race drivers during a season. More »

A recent foray into single-seater racing has not gone as planned for two-time world rally champion Kalle Rovanpera. More »

Former Red Bull junior driver Pepe Marti discussed Helmut Marko’s Red Bull exit in an interview with RacingNews365 across Formula E’s Mexico City E-Prix. More »

Former Ferrari performance engineer Jock Clear has said that immediate success for Lewis Hamilton at the Scuderia would have demeaned F1.
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F1 star Pierre Gasly has hinted that a career change could be on the horizon. More »

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12/01/2026 at 13:5212/01/2026 at 14:15 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. Honda is engaged in a full factory return F1 with Aston Martin, but the confidence that once powered the manufacturer’s... More »

Oliver Rowland recovered from a mid-race scare to secure a second consecutive podium of the season in Formula E’s Mexico City E-Prix. More »

'To be honest, not everything is going well,' says Honda president Koji Watanabe. While Honda has continued to power Max Verstappen to pole positions and victories, the Dutchman coming within 2 points of claiming a fifth successive title, it's easy... More »

Isack Hadjar is the latest driver to step up to Red Bull and partner Max Verstappen. More »

A key figure within the Cadillac F1 team has already started to throw shade at other customer teams on the grid. More »

Alex Albon is eyeing a first F1 podium with Williams in 2026, after a 2025 campaign that he described as "my best season yet".
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One of seven-time F1 champion Michael Schumacher's iconic Ferrari cars is up for sale, and fans can own a piece of F1 history, if they have a spare 7.5million lying around. More »

'We are interested in returning to Germany, but with the right organiser and the right offer,' says F1 CEO, Stefano Domenicali. This year will see two German teams on the F1 grid as Audi joins eight-time champion constructor Mercedes. However, in... More »

Alex Albon enjoyed a successful 2025 F1 season with Williams, his fourth with the team. More »

Max Verstappen has revealed that his racing endeavours outside of F1 are getting 'more and more serious'. More »

Isack Hadjar reached the podium for the first time in his career at last year's Dutch Grand Prix - and his rookie status showed! More »

Honda Racing's president Koji Watanabe has admitted that "not everything is going well" with the Japanese marque's forthcoming return to F1.
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12/01/2026 at 11:0712/01/2026 at 11:14 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. In a paddock where driver academies are treated like golden tickets, F2 charger Alex Dunne stunned the junior racing world last... More »

Having been part of the Williams team for a little under a year, Victor Martins is now making the next step in his racing career. More »

Despite a total reset of Formula 1's regulations ahead of the 2026 season, reigning champions McLaren appear to be entering the sport's new era with more confidence than their expected main rivals. More »

2009 F1 champion Jenson Button has revealed the personality trait that he believed would be the downfall of Lando Norris. More »

One of Formula 1's biggest ever rules refreshes is upon us, making 'launch season' more intriguing than ever as we get a chance to see the all-new cars before they hit the track.

Former F1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya has lambasted Sergio Perez for his recent outspoken comments made against former employers Red Bull.
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The 2026 Formula 1 season will feature two new teams, Audi and Cadillac, who have a huge challenge to overcome in order to be competitive. More »

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12/01/2026 at 09:4912/01/2026 at 10:08 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. For Pierre Gasly, the invisible scars left by grief can be far more difficult to navigate than the most treacherous corners on a... More »

Lewis Hamilton endured a painful opening season at Ferrari following a switch from Mercedes, where he enjoyed unprecedented championship success. More »

Sebastian Vettel has offered insight into how Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have "matured" as their F1 careers have progressed.The post Vettel explains the evolution of Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen appeared first on Motorsport... More »

Sergio Perez, since leaving Red Bull, has spoken out more than once about the situation at the team. More »

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12/01/2026 at 08:2412/01/2026 at 09:10 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. Oscar Piastri spent much of last year playing the "good soldier" for McLaren’s papaya rules. But according to Damon Hill,... More »

One of Formula 1's biggest ever rules refreshes is upon us, making 'launch season' more intriguing than ever as we get a chance to see the all-new cars before they hit the track.

Ford performance director Mark Rushbrook has revealed Max Verstappen's role in Red Bull's new engine project ahead of the upcoming 2026 season. More »

Jan.12Former Formula 1 race director Niels Wittich says he was dismissed by the FIA without explanation, describing his sudden removal as 'the disappointing truth' of how senior officials are treated under the governing body's leadership.... More »

Jan.12Kalle Rovanpera's first full race weekend in formula cars ended abruptly in New Zealand, but senior figures close to the Finnish star are playing down suggestions of early trouble. Rovanpera's Oceanian Formula Regional weekend at Hampton... More »

Jan.12The FIA's super licence fees for 2026 are pushing the sport's biggest names past the million-euro mark. Every F1 driver must renew a super licence annually, and the cost is tied directly to World Championship points scored the previous... More »

Jan.12Audi has quietly become the first Formula 1 team to put a genuine 2026-spec car on track, completing a private rollout behind closed doors in Barcelona last Friday. Grainy videos and spy shots circulating online show an all-black machine... More »