F1 race director Wittich steps down with immediate effect

The FIA has announced Formula 1 race director Niels Wittich has left his role with immediate effect.On Tuesday the FIA said in a statement that the German had left his position ahead of the Las Vegas Grand Prix to “pursue new opportunities”.“The FIA can confirm that Niels Wittich has stepped down from his position as F1 Race Director to pursue new opportunities,” the statement said.”Niels has …Keep reading

Fallows to step down as Aston Martin F1’s technical director

The Aston Martin Formula 1 team has announced Dan Fallows has stepped down with immediate effect from his role as technical director of the Silverstone squad.Fallows joined Aston Martin in April 2022, taking up the job of technical director after a long stint with Red Bull, where he rose through the ranks to become Chief Engineer – Aerodynamics.Under his watch Aston Martin enjoyed a brief growth …Keep reading

Alpine announces Mercedes F1 engine deal for 2026 and beyond

The Alpine Formula 1 team has officially confirmed it will switch to Mercedes power units from the 2026 season onwards.Alpine’s parent company Renault formally decided at the end of September to go through with plans to abandon its works engine programme in France’s Viry-Chatillon, which had been working on developing brand-new power units for 2026’s regulations overhaul.It was widely understood …Keep reading

FIA factory investigation clears Red Bull over front bib allegations

A detailed investigation by FIA staff who visited Red Bull’s Milton Keynes factory has concluded that the squad did not use its controversial front bib adjuster in an illegal manner, Autosport can reveal.Red Bull had found itself at the centre of intrigue in recent weeks over a tool it had tucked away in its car to raise and lower its tea tray.Rival teams were concerned that the adjuster could …Keep reading

Leclerc: Ferrari tyre improvement might take away Las Vegas strength

Charles Leclerc believes the progress Ferrari has made on its tyre management this year might actually hinder the team’s chances at Formula 1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix.After a 2023 campaign in which Ferrari struggled with tyre wear and overheating, the cold conditions at Las Vegas actually turned its rapid tyre warm-up into a strength, with Leclerc and Carlos Sainz locking out the front row.While …Keep reading