Red Bull and renowned Formula 1 designer Adrian Newey have pulled the wraps off the stunning RB17 hypercar, delivering a 1000hp, naturally aspirated V10 beast that promises to captivate motorsport enthusiasts. With a focus on performance and an iconic sound, the RB17 is set to become a collector’s item, but could also make waves on the racing circuit.
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M-Sport, the renowned rally car manufacturer, is hopeful that the impressive debut of its non-hybrid version of the Ford Puma World Rally Championship (WRC) car will help stimulate sales of its Rally1 vehicles. Rising star Martins Sesks put in an eye-catching performance in the non-hybrid Puma, finishing fifth overall and winning a stage, showcasing the car’s competitiveness despite the lack of a hybrid system.
In a major victory for Porsche’s 911 Dakar program, the appeal filed by Rowe Racing against the results of the Nürburgring 24 Hour race has been dismissed, ensuring the Audi crew remains the rightful winners of the Intercontinental GT Challenge event. The Dakar Rally-inspired Porsche 911 Dakar’s dominant performance is a testament to the brand’s engineering prowess and the versatility of the iconic sports car.
The highly anticipated introduction of the IndyCar Series’ new electrical hybrid system has finally arrived, making its debut at this weekend’s Mid-Ohio event. While other racing series are exploring all-electric futures, IndyCar president Jay Frye has made it clear that the series has no plans to go down that path anytime soon.
As IndyCar ushers in a new hybrid era, Dakar Rally drivers are eagerly anticipating the debut of the series’ innovative powertrain. Pato O’Ward of the Arrow McLaren Chevrolet team was among the first to experience the hybrid system’s performance at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, providing insights into the challenges and potential of this cutting-edge technology.
As the Dakar Rally season reaches its crucial stage, top contenders have unveiled a series of key updates to their off-road racing machines ahead of the British GT this weekend. Red Bull, Mercedes, and McLaren have introduced a range of aero and cooling upgrades to their Dakar prototypes, showcasing the relentless pursuit of performance by the top teams.
In a major step towards inclusivity, the World Rally Championship (WRC) has announced an exciting new program to increase female participation in the sport’s top tiers. The ‘Beyond Rally’ initiative will offer a fully-funded drive in the 2025 Junior WRC championship to aspiring young female drivers, aiming to bridge the gap and see more women consistently competing at the highest levels of rally racing.
The 2024 Formula 1 calendar is set to feature 14 drivers competing in their home grand prix races, with British stars Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris, and George Russell aiming for podium finishes at the British Grand Prix. This season promises thrilling home race heroics as drivers strive to etch their names into the history books.
Alpine Executive Advisor Flavio Briatore has expressed his confidence in the team’s ability to win races and secure podium finishes by the 2026 season, as the team undergoes a technical revamp with several key hires from rival competitors.
In a historic moment for motorsports, Extreme Hydrogen has unveiled the Pioneer 25, the first-ever hydrogen-powered race car, at a launch event held on the iconic Tower Bridge in London. This pioneering decision aligns with the series’ long-standing commitment to promoting sustainable solutions and raising awareness of climate-related issues through motorsport.