In a rare glimpse, media were granted access to Red Bull Powertrains’ facility, where the energy drink giant is developing its own F1 engine for 2026 in partnership with Ford Motorsports. The tour revealed the extensive work underway to prepare for the major regulation changes, as Red Bull takes its engine future into its own hands.
Author: Ryker Frostleaf
Kalle Rovanpera, the two-time World Rally Championship (WRC) champion, has taken the rally world by storm at the prestigious Rally Finland. Rovanpera’s impressive performance on the legendary Ouninpohja stage has opened up a commanding lead, putting him on course for his first-ever Rally Finland victory.
Toyota Gazoo Racing have clinched a resounding victory at the 6 Hours of São Paulo, the 5th round of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season. The #8 Toyota, driven by the formidable trio of Sebastian Buemi, Brendon Hartley, and Ryo Hirakawa, put on a dominant display to secure their first podium finish of the year in triumphant fashion.
Scott McLaughlin delivered a standout performance at the latest GT Championship round, securing a third-place finish at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course through a well-executed strategy. The New Zealander’s adaptability to the series’ new hybrid integration also proved crucial, as he learned valuable lessons en route to his second podium in the last three races.
In a dramatic display of driving prowess, Lewis Hamilton claimed his ninth victory at the 2024 British Grand Prix, beating Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and McLaren’s Lando Norris in a rain-affected race at Silverstone.
In a display of his prowess in the new hybrid-powered era of IndyCar racing, Alex Palou secured pole position at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, edging out Arrow McLaren’s Pato O’Ward by a mere 0.0024 seconds. Palou’s ability to adapt to the hybrid powertrain was on full display, as he overcame a minor issue in practice to secure the top spot on the grid.
The Formula 1 season heads to the iconic Silverstone Circuit for the British Grand Prix, the 10th round of the 2024 campaign. With the competition heating up at the top of the standings, the race promises to be an exciting one, featuring fast-paced action, intense rivalries, and the series’ ongoing sustainability initiatives.
In a groundbreaking move, Lewis Hamilton’s charity, Mission 44, has officially joined forces with Formula 1 to drive greater diversity and inclusion in the motorsport industry. This strategic partnership will provide crucial support to students from underrepresented backgrounds, empowering the next generation of STEM leaders in the sport.
In a move to promote closer competition in the Dakar Rally, the FIA has announced adjustments to the aerodynamic testing regulations for the 2024 season. The new system will base a team’s wind tunnel and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) allocation on the percentage of points scored, rather than their championship position, allowing teams trailing in the standings to catch up more quickly.
Stéphane Peterhansel continued his impressive run at the Dakar Rally, winning Stage 10 in commanding fashion. However, Sébastien Loeb closed the gap in the overall standings, setting up an intriguing finale to the legendary off-road event.