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First steps in racing, Hungaroring and Euroformula: 10 Questions with Everett Stack
Everett Stack is an American racing driver who recently raced in the Euroformula Open Championship and has appeared in multiple series’ and now, he’s joined us for a short 10 Questions! Last season, Everett finished sixth overall in the Euroformula series, winning two races and taking four further podiums as he battled at the sharp end of a competitive grid that saw seven drivers win races in the season. 1. What’s your first memory of racing? My first memory of racing would p
Alex Johnston
1 day ago3 min read


Chief Designer departs Red Bull on eve of final testing week
Chief Designer Craig Skinner has departed Red Bull Racing ahead of the final round of pre season testing this week. The reason for his departure is unknown at present. Skinner has been with Red Bull 20 years and has served as Chief Designer since 2022, helping to design the most dominant car in F1 history, the RB19. 📸RB19. Prior to his Red Bull career, Skinner worked for Williams and Jordan and gained first class honours in aeronautical engineering. The timing of Skinner’s d
Alex Johnston
2 days ago1 min read


Ralph Boschung named as Audi F1 Development Driver
By Teagan Crump Former Formula Two driver Ralph Boschung has been announced as Audi F1's Development Driver, alongside Freddie Slater. Credit: Formula Two Boschung last competed in Formula Two in 2023, taking one win and one further podium. The Swiss driver also raced in Formula Two from 2017 until 2022 and raced in GP3 in 2015 and 2016. On February 6th 2024, Boschung announced his retirement from racing.

Teagan Crump
2 days ago1 min read


Grosjean joins Dale Coyne Racing for 2026 IndyCar season
After much anticipation, Dale Coyne Racing have announced that Romain Grosjean will be racing for them in the 2026 IndyCar season.

Teagan Crump
5 days ago1 min read


Aston Martin F1 launch 2026 livery
By Teagan Crump Aston Martin are the last team to reveal their livery for 2026 but it is their first car designed by Adrian Newey. Lawrence Stroll, Executive Chairman, commented: “The AMR26 represents a defining step for Aston Martin Aramco as we enter Formula 1’s new era in 2026. These regulations mark the biggest reset the sport has seen in a generation, and we are approaching it with clear ambition: to build a team capable of winning. “Every move we make is by design – co

Teagan Crump
Feb 103 min read


Westcott to run with Mercedes in F1 Academy
American racer Payton Westcott has been announced as an associated Mercedes driver for the upcoming F1 Academy season. Westcott, 16, will race with PREMA Racing for her rookie campaign and will be an instantly recognisable driver on the grid, running in Mercedes colours. The American has joined F1 Academy after a season in Italian F4, where she finished second in the women’s standings behind Brit, Emily Cotty, but 48th overall in a tough first season in cars. 📸 Westcott cele
Alex Johnston
Feb 101 min read


McLaren F1 launch 2026 livery
The reigning world champions have unveiled their 2026 F1 livery in a broadcast from the Bahrain International Circuit just days ahead of the first official pre-season test.

Teagan Crump
Feb 93 min read


Cadillac F1 launch 2026 livery
By Teagan Crump The newest team on the Formula One grid, Cadillac, revealed their livery during an advertisement for the NFL Super Bowl game. The livery features a 50% black and 50% white colour scheme with a gradient that features elements of Cadillac's logo. CEO of Cadillac F1, Dan Towriss said: “This livery represents far more than a paint scheme; it represents who we are and what we bring to Formula 1. Every detail is intentional: bold, modern, and unmistakably American,

Teagan Crump
Feb 92 min read


America’s first fast lady, Janet Guthrie
The Indy 500 attracts drivers from all over the world for a multitude of reasons; the occasion itself being one but it’s also a race for history makers and this one in particular is special; Janet Guthrie, the first woman to quality and race in the illustrious 500, among her exploits in other race events. Born in 1938 in Iowa to Jean and William Guthrie, both pilots, Janet was destined for a special life from the start. Raised then in Miami after her father accepted a job tha
Alex Johnston
Feb 72 min read


GB4, Oulton Park and Lella Lombardi: 10 Questions with Caitlyn McDaniel
For the second instalment of our resurrection of 10 Questions, I’m delighted to have been joined by GB4 Championship driver, Caitlyn McDaniel! McDaniel, 18, will race GB4 for a second successive season, moving from Fox Motorsports to Nitrous ADM in hope of challenging for more honours. The American-Nigerian star took the time to answer our questions! 1. What’s your first memory of racing? My first memory of racing as a whole was when I was around five, and I saw the movie Car
Alex Johnston
Feb 73 min read


Garfias replaces Deligny at PREMA to complete F3 grid, again
PREMA Racing have announced that José Garfias will race for the team in FIA Formula 3 this season, replacing Enzo Deligny. Garfias raced in the Euroformula Open Championship in 2025, finishing fourth overall with three race wins to his name and seven additional podiums. The Mexican driver also raced one F3 round for AIX Racing at Barcelona, replacing the injured James Hedley but finished 24th in the sprint race before retiring from the feature race. He also raced in the Maca
Alex Johnston
Feb 71 min read


Deligny makes pre season switch from VAR to PREMA, Carrasquedo Jr. departs
Enzo Deligny has been announced as a Van Amersfoort Racing driver for the upcoming FIA Formula 3 season, despite previously being announced by PREMA Racing - who appear to be having issues behind closed door, and publicly. As a result, Jesse Carrasquedo Jr. has departed the team. Deligny is a French-Chinese racer and is stepping up from FREC, having finished third overall in his sophomore 2025 campaign. The 17 year old is a former Red Bull Junior Team driver and has been link
Alex Johnston
Feb 61 min read


Felbermayr to contest sophomore F1 Academy campaign, joins Audi
Austrian driver Emma Felbermayr is returning to F1 Academy for a second season, staying with Rodin Motorsport. Additionally, the 19 year old has joined the newly formed Audi Driver Development Programme. Felbermayr impressed in her first season, finishing 10th overall, winning once and recording multiple points finishes. She returns in good form and will hope to be involved at the sharp end of the field as she becomes one of the more experienced members of the grid. With Rodi
Alex Johnston
Feb 51 min read


F2 grid complete as Villagomez rejoins VAR
The FIA Formula 2 grid for 2026 is now set, with the announcement that Mexican driver Rafael Villagomez will rejoin Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR). Villagomez, 24, will race in the series for a third consecutive season after a solid sophomore season that saw him secure two podiums with two third places, taken in Barcelona and Lusail. The move sees him stretch into a fifth consecutive campaign representing VAR, having raced for them in Formula 3, although his family is rumoured t
Alex Johnston
Feb 51 min read


Dobson joins 2026 F1 Academy grid
Ava Dobson will be joining the F1 Academy grid full-time in 2026, taking the next step in her racing career. The American driver impressed during her Wild Card appearance at the Miami round in which she secured the best result for a Wildcard in the 2025 season, and will now join the series with American Express in the Hitech TGR operated car. Dobson comes from a strong background and has raced in several junior single-seater championships including the GB4 Championship. 📸 Do
Kiera Rockley
Feb 41 min read


Williams F1 launch 2026 livery
By Teagan Crump Williams Racing have revealed their 2026 F1 car, the FW48. Whilst the new livery features several new blue elements, it still has the iconic red and white line that pays homage to Nigel Mansell's FW14B and Damon Hill's FW18. The car also features the logo and light-blue colouring of Barclays, Williams' new sponsor. James Vowles, Team Principal said: “2026 is the next step on the path back towards the top for Atlassian Williams F1 Team as we enter a new era for

Teagan Crump
Feb 32 min read


Doohan returns to F1 as Haas reserve
Jack Doohan will again be a part of the F1 paddock after he was announced as reserve driver by Haas. The Australian left Alpine at the end of 2025. Doohan signs with Haas after an ill fated spell with Alpine that saw him take part in seven Grands Prix, failing to score any points despite steady progress before being unceremoniously dumped by the French team in favour of Franco Colapinto. 📸 An ill judged moment in Suzuka was the low point for Doohan before his departure. Dooh
Alex Johnston
Feb 31 min read


Aston Martin F1 name Jenson Button as Team Ambassador
By Teagan Crump 2009 Formula One Champion Jenson Button will be joining Aston Martin as their Team Ambassador on a multi-year deal. 📸: Aston Martin F1 On their website, Aston Martin stated that Button would be supporting their media, partner and commercial programmes. Button has a lot of past experience with Honda, Aston Martin's new power unit supplier, having won Formula One races with the Japanese brand. Aston Martin also said: "As Team Ambassador, Jenson will represent A

Teagan Crump
Feb 21 min read


Mercedes F1 announce 2026 Development Drivers
By Teagan Crump On January 21st, Mercedes announced that they had signed F1 Academy champion Doriane Pin as their Devlopment Driver for the 2026 Formula One season. Today, they announced that J oshua Dürksen and Anthony Davidson would be lining up alongside the French driver as their other Development Drivers. 📸: Mercedes F1 J oshua Dürksen is a Paraguayan racing driver competing in Formula Two with Invicta Racing in 2026. Since 2024, Dürksen has competed in FIA F2, earning

Teagan Crump
Feb 21 min read


Vesti retains third driver role for Mercedes for season
Frederik Vesti will remain in the Mercedes family for the 2026 Formula 1 season alongside his campaign in the IMSA Sportscar Championship with Cadillac Whelen. The 24 year old Dane has been with Mercedes since 2021, and the team have aided his development from Formula 3, through Formula 2 and into the next stage of his career. He’s served as a reserve and Free Practice driver since 2024, sharing the role with Mick Schumacher before his departure and last season alongside Valt
Alex Johnston
Feb 21 min read

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