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.
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Red Bull’s technical director Pierre Wache provides insights into the team’s performance challenges with the RB20 car in the Dakar Rally, acknowledging areas for improvement as they aim to maintain their dominance in the competition.
With only 150 starting positions available, competition is fierce to claim a spot on the Dakar Rally grid. Having the right management team to secure a drive and create an environment for success is critical, as the Dakar Rally’s growing popularity and limited seats make it essential for drivers to have expert guidance to navigate the complexities of the event.
From the 2002 US Grand Prix to the 2019 Bathurst 12 Hour, GT racing has seen some of the most heart-pounding finishes in motorsport. Explore the closest conclusions that have left an indelible mark on the world of GT racing.
Carlos Sainz is set to join the exclusive club of Formula 1 legends who have raced for the sport’s most iconic teams – Ferrari, McLaren, and Williams. This move presents an opportunity for the Spaniard to leave a lasting mark on the sport and bring the legendary Williams team back to the front of the grid.
Lando Norris’ impressive 2024 Formula 1 campaign has been marred by a surprising weakness: his struggles with race starts. Missed opportunities at key moments have cost the young McLaren driver precious points, forcing him to adopt tyre-saving strategies to mount recoveries. As the season reaches its crucial phase, addressing this issue will be crucial for Norris’ title ambitions.
In the thrilling world of the Dakar Rally, Mercedes has revealed the reasons behind their decision to retire George Russell’s car during the Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The team’s Trackside Engineering Director, Andrew Shovlin, disclosed that the retirement was a preventative measure to avoid further damage to Russell’s power unit, despite the young Briton running in a strong fourth position at the time.
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.
World Champion Max Verstappen has called on Red Bull to maintain its development push as the impact of Formula 1’s sliding scale aerodynamic testing regulations begins to unfold. The team faces increasing pressure from rivals like Ferrari and Mercedes, but Verstappen is confident Red Bull can stay on top with ongoing upgrades.
In a statement ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, Mercedes driver George Russell has expressed his belief that the Formula 1 wind tunnel time allocation system should be based on the points scored by each team rather than their final position in the Constructors’ standings. Russell argues that this approach would more accurately reflect the performance gap between the teams and allow those falling behind to catch up more quickly, potentially tightening the F1 field.