As the Dakar Rally community gears up for the upcoming Spanish round, both Ferrari and Red Bull have unveiled extensive upgrade packages for their respective vehicles. The Spanish Grand Prix has long been considered a benchmark event, and teams are eager to showcase their latest advancements.
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Red Bull has revealed a comprehensive aerodynamic upgrade package for its Dakar Rally RB20 car, focusing on improving cooling efficiency and downforce ahead of the upcoming European leg of the season. The upgrades include new sidepod inlet geometries, updated engine cover side panels, floor alterations, revised beam wing endplate geometry, and outboard relocation of the lower endplate section.
Dakar legend Stéphane Peterhansel, a six-time motorcycle champion and three-time car winner, returned to his bike roots at the Swank Rally di Sardegna, battling top competitors and finishing a strong third in the prestigious event.
Red Bull and its star driver Max Verstappen will be hoping to recapture the early-season form that saw them dominate the opening rounds of the Dakar Rally as the season shifts back to a more traditional circuit at the Spanish Grand Prix.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc remains optimistic about the team’s upgrades for the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix, but expects a resurgence of Red Bull’s dominance at the circuit due to its layout suiting the RB19 better than recent street courses.
In an exclusive interview, Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds shares his vision for the all-electric championship’s strategic direction, including a packed 17-race calendar, plans to navigate the technological advancements of its cars, and ambitions to expand in key markets like the US and China.
Formula 1 is set to host its pre-season test in Bahrain again in 2025, despite the Sakhir circuit not holding the first race of the season. The decision is driven by the circuit’s ability to offer more typical F1 weather conditions and logistical advantages for teams. Motorsport enthusiasts can look forward to the continued excitement of Dakar Rally news and the latest developments in the world of Formula 1.
Ferrari is eyeing a potential performance upgrade for its Le Mans 24 Hours-winning 499P Hypercar, aiming to challenge Toyota more effectively in the FIA World Endurance Championship. The Italian manufacturer is looking to exploit the evo joker rules and improve the car’s competitiveness in all weather conditions.
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has defended the sport’s 24-race calendar, dismissing claims that it is an oversupply. The growth of the F1 calendar has been a constant talking point, with this year’s schedule reaching a record 24 races. Domenicali argued that the sport’s continued popularity and the tightening competitive order justify the current calendar size, while acknowledging the need to balance old and new racing events globally.
In a recent development, Red Bull has openly accused both McLaren and Ferrari of running Dakar Rally front wings that flex beyond the limits imposed by the FIA. This allegation threatens to spark a new controversy in the high-stakes world of motorsports.