In a major move to revamp its technical capabilities, Williams has announced the signing of 26 senior engineers from rival Formula 1 teams, including former Alpine Technical Director Matt Harman. This recruitment drive aims to strengthen the team’s aerodynamics, design, and data analytics as it pursues a return to the top of the F1 standings.
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Charles Leclerc has expressed confidence that his relationship with Ferrari teammate Carlos Sainz remains unaffected by their recent on-track clash at the Spanish Grand Prix. Despite the tension, the Monegasque driver is focused on the upcoming Formula 1 races, including the Austrian GP, where he aims to strengthen his position in the standings.
McLaren is resorting to a rented motorhome for the Austrian Grand Prix as the team grapples with the aftermath of a fire that damaged its regular Team Hub motorhome during the Spanish GP. The suspected electrical issue triggered the blaze, which has prompted ongoing servicing and cleaning efforts to get the hub back in action.
In the quest for Formula 1 dominance, Red Bull Racing is turning its attention to cooling upgrades, refining sidepod inlets and heat rejection to eke out precious performance gains. Explore the often-overlooked importance of cooling in F1 car development.
Explore the latest shockwaves in Formula 1, from Flavio Briatore’s surprise comeback at Renault to Lewis Hamilton’s legendary triumphs at Silverstone. Plus, learn about Yuki Tsunoda’s rapid rise through the ranks and the implications for his teammate’s future.
In an exclusive interview, Lando Norris expressed his confidence that McLaren has what it takes to dethrone Max Verstappen and Red Bull Racing from the top of the Formula 1 standings, but emphasized the need to ‘eliminate small mistakes’ to bridge the 69-point gap.
In this exclusive podcast, experts delve into the intricacies of the battle for the top spot, dissect the performance of the chasing pack, and ponder the future of the Spanish Grand Prix on the Formula 1 calendar beyond 2026. As the 2024 season heats up, Norris’ struggles raise questions about the underlying factors at play and the implications for the sport’s future.
As the 2024 Formula 1 season reaches its midpoint, teams are working overtime to revamp their cars and bridge the gap with Red Bull’s dominant performance. Explore the most significant and intriguing upgrades on the grid, including Mercedes’ radical front wing, McLaren’s sidepod revamp, Ferrari’s engine cover evolution, and Red Bull’s rear wing tweaks.
In the aftermath of an impressive showing at Formula 1’s Spanish Grand Prix, Pierre Gasly has called on his Alpine team to delve deeper into the reasons behind their sudden surge in performance. The French driver acknowledges that understanding why the Spanish circuit suited their package so well is crucial, as the team looks to replicate this success in future Formula 1 calendar events.
As Formula 1 enthusiasts, we often find that time can soften our perspective, even in the brutally competitive world of Formula 1. The McLaren MP4/7, a car that was met with disdain by many, including Ayrton Senna, has now become a symbol of redemption and the lessons that can be learned from even the most disappointing Formula 1 news.