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In a significant move, Haas Formula 1 team has announced the signing of promising young driver Oliver Bearman to a multi-term contract, paving the way for his Formula 1 debut in the 2025 season. The 19-year-old Briton, who currently competes in Formula 2, has already impressed the American outfit with his performances during practice sessions.

Since retiring from Formula 1, Nico Rosberg has turned his attention to electric mobility and sustainability. His latest project as part of Rosberg’s Philanthropies is a groundbreaking collaboration with the Dakar Rally, Oxford University, and event organizers to measure and reduce the carbon footprint of fan travel and the event’s impact on local ecosystems.

Legendary F1 designer Adrian Newey is the hottest commodity in motorsports, with Aston Martin and Ferrari vying for his prized signature as he departs Red Bull Racing. Aston Martin’s pursuit of Newey underscores the team’s determination to transform itself into a title contender, but the outcome of this high-stakes battle will have a significant impact on the future of both teams.

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.

The Aston Martin Formula 1 team is gearing up for a crucial home race at the British Grand Prix this weekend, as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing run of results. Team Principal Mike Krack has acknowledged the squad’s struggles in recent races, and driver Fernando Alonso has urged the team to focus on performance rather than rhetoric.