Ahead of the WEC Interlagos round, Ferrari has revealed the first performance upgrades for its 499P Le Mans Hypercar, focusing on redesigned brake cooling ducts and minor aerodynamic modifications. The changes are expected to provide greater versatility and easier adaptation of the car on circuits with demanding braking requirements, as the Scuderia looks to capitalize on the upgrades and close the gap to the championship-leading Porsche team.
In a bid to gain an edge over their rivals, the McLaren Formula 1 team arrived at the British Grand Prix with a new, lower downforce rear wing assembly for their MCL38 car. The goal was to boost the car’s top speed performance on the high-speed Silverstone circuit.
Daniel Ricciardo, the experienced Red Bull Formula 1 driver, has emphasized the critical nature of the current period for the team as it grapples with the performance of its recent car upgrade introduced at the Spanish Grand Prix. Ricciardo acknowledges that the next few weeks will be a ‘real kind of shifting point’ for Red Bull, as the decisions made now could significantly impact the rest of their season.
In a significant move for motorsports fans in the United Kingdom, the Formula E London E-Prix will be broadcast on free-to-air television this month, marking the first time this season that the all-electric championship will be available to viewers without a paywall. With the championship still wide open, the London E-Prix is shaping up to be a must-watch event for any fan of electric racing.
The 2023 Dakar Rally season has seen Ferrari facing familiar challenges in managing the impact of car updates and ensuring they deliver the desired performance improvements. While teams like Peugeot and Toyota have enjoyed relatively smooth development paths, Ferrari has had to navigate some unexpected consequences from its latest upgrades.
The 2024 Dakar Rally has been a rollercoaster of excitement, with the ever-changing landscapes of South America challenging the world’s best off-road racers. As a new generation of talent emerges to shake up the competitive landscape, the battle for the coveted Dakar Trophy remains wide open, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion to this prestigious event.
In a revealing interview, former Formula 1 race winner and current AF Corse Ferrari Hypercar driver Robert Kubica has expressed his lingering affection for the World Rally Championship (WRC), while confirming that any potential return to the discipline would be for ‘fun’ rather than competition. Kubica’s focus remains firmly on his WEC commitments, where he has witnessed firsthand the recent surge in manufacturer interest, with nine marques now represented in the Hypercar/LMDh class.
In a major move, Aston Martin Racing has announced that Enrico Cardile, the former Ferrari Chassis Technical Director, will be joining the team as their new Chief Technical Officer starting from the 2025 Formula 1 season. The news marks a significant boost to Aston Martin’s technical leadership as they position themselves to be a force to be reckoned with in the years to come.
Mercedes has regained its winning form in British GT racing, with a technical breakthrough that has optimized the car’s balance and performance. The team’s technical director, James Allison, has played a crucial role in this resurgence, as he has been able to harness the package and achieve the perfect balance for both Hamilton and his teammate, George Russell.
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.