8 years ago The 2017 Formula One grid may be reduced to just ten teams, as Manor enters administration and the frantic search for investors begins, just a few months away from the start of the season. It’s unknown whether the team will make it to the opening race in Australia. The call was made on Friday by
8 years ago Silverstone’s future may be coming to a close in the very near future, despite having many years left in their contract to host the British Grand Prix. It is reported that the event organizers could activate a break clause in the contract as early as 2017. Silverstone is a circuit which has been in Formula
8 years ago Toro Rosso will be making the switch back to Renault engines for the 2017 season, although they are unlikely to feature the name of the French supplier, as the team seeks a sponsor to rebrand the engines. This is what the Red Bull team already does. Toro Rosso, the junior Formula One team to Red
8 years ago Having been booted from McLaren at the end of the year, Ron Dennis could be making a return to the sport in the near future. The British businessman has recently been linked to a Manor buyout, as the current owner looks to unload to the highest bidder. The team’s current owner, Stephen Fitzpatrick, has reportedly
8 years ago According to reports, Felipe Massa has accepted Williams’ offer to return to Formula One for 2017. The Brazilian retired at the end of 2016, but his return would allow Valtteri Bottas to make the move to Mercedes to replace Nico Rosberg. © Pirelli & C. SpA Valtteri Bottas has emerged as the leading candidate for
8 years ago Sebastian Vettel could be out of a job after 2017 if he doesn’t return to good form and race in a calmer manner. His current contract with Ferrari expires after 2017, and the Italian-based team will not be eager to resign his contract if he doesn’t return to a winning form. When Vettel first joined
8 years ago Pat Symonds will be parting ways with the Williams F1 Team at the end of the year, stepping down from his role at the Chief Technical Officer. This news comes at the end of his three-year contract with the team. Armed with a Masters in Aerodynamics, Symonds entered the motorsport world in the early ‘80s,
8 years ago It’s time for the third annual Racing Clothesline Awards! These awards are determined by my personal opinion, as well as the general views and opinions which I witness on social media and among fans. There are a variety of awards given to drivers for their activities both on and off of the track. Do you
8 years ago Ferrari has become the first team to officially announce their launch date for the 2017 car, confirming the date at a Christmas media event on Monday. Ferrari President, Sergio Marchionne, confirmed that “The team is giving its all” and that the team will be working hard during the off-season. © Ferrari Media © Ferrari Media
8 years ago German authorities have launched an investigation in relation to photos of Michael Schumacher, which were taken within his Swiss home. These photos are reportedly being sold the media by an unknown seller. Prosecutors in Offenburg are investigating the incident as a privacy violation. This photo was allegedly taken within the German’s home in Geneva and
