Williams extends Mercedes F1 engine deal beyond 2026

As teams gear up for the new era of power unit regulations that are due to come into play in 2026, efforts having been going on for manufacturers to finalise their partner squads.And with Mercedes having already extended a deal with McLaren at the end of last year, the German manufacturer has now confirmed that Williams will remain a part of its roster too.Williams team principal James Vowles …Keep reading
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Monza begins track work with hope to secure its F1 future

Monza and Italy’s second race, the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola, both have contracts that run until the 2025 season. F1 has not made a decision yet, though, on whether it thinks that both events or just one will remain on the calendar for the long term. However, speaking last year, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said improving Monza’s facilities was critical if the venue was to have any …Keep reading
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Technical director Tim Goss latest key F1 figure to leave FIA

The news comes in the wake of the resignation of sporting director Steve Nielsen last month, with both men having played key roles in the organisation.Goss’s departure is a major blow to the FIA as he had become a key technical player with a focus on the 2026 regulations, reporting to single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis.Tombazis noted: “We are disappointed to lose a person of Tim’s calibre …Keep reading
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AlphaTauri’s Milton Keynes shift critical to its F1 success, says Bayer

The soon-to-be-renamed team has long had an aerodynamics department in Bicester, but as part of its ongoing expansion, its British base will be moved to Milton Keynes, close to the home of sister squad Red Bull.The new facility, which will also house vehicle dynamics staff, will be larger and better equipped than its predecessor.Bayer believes that the move will help the team to compete for top …Keep reading
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Red Bull: Active aero should not be treated as “patch” for wider F1 car problems

The 2026 engine rules increase the reliance on the electrified part of the hybrid powertrain – it will produce 50% of total power – while the expensive Motor Generator Unit–Heat has been ditched.But initial data supplied to teams led to fears of ‘Frankenstein cars’, with Max Verstappen claiming he was downshifting on straights in simulator runs to compensate for massive power drop offs.As …Keep reading
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