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Formula E Hot News

Formula E: Opel announces it is joining Formula E

Posted by AR1 staff March 20, 2026

Opel has announced its entry into the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship for Season 13 (2026/27) – the beginning of the GEN4 era. Named the ‘Opel GSE Formula E … Read More

Formula 1 Rumors

Formula 1 Rumor: Aston Martin Target Audi Team Principal Wheatley (Update)

Posted by AR1 staff March 20, 2026

This rumor is upgraded to ‘fact’ today. Jonathan Wheatley is leaving the Audi Revolut F1 Team effective immediately, and it is assumed he will go on gardening leave before becoming … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Formula 1 News: Mercedes team promotes Bradley Lord

Posted by AR1 staff March 20, 2026

The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team today (20 March) announced that Bradley Lord (pictured on right with Toto Wolff) will become Deputy Team Principal, supporting CEO & Team Principal Toto Wolff … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Formula 1 News: Miami GP boss says F1 race generates more ticket revenue than his NFL team

Posted by AR1 staff March 20, 2026

Formula 1 is officially eating the NFL’s lunch in Miami — and the man who owns both sides of the equation just said it out loud. Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Formula 1 News: Former F1 drivers say Verstappen better than Hamilton, Senna and Schumacher

Posted by AR1 staff March 20, 2026

It’s the ultimate hypothetical that always ignites the greatest debate in Formula 1: put every legendary driver from the last 25 years in identical cars at Silverstone — who wins? … Read More

Formula 1 Rumors

Formula 1 Rumor: Verstappen to replace Russell at Mercedes in 2027

Posted by AR1 staff March 20, 2026

It was the story that dominated paddock whispers throughout 2025. AutoRacing1.com published many articles on Mercedes boss Toto Wolff actively courting Max Verstappen (pictured with Toto Wolff), with the Austrian … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Formula 1 News: Verstappen escapes F1 agony with Nordschleife GT3 race

Andrew Maitland March 20, 2026

(GMM) Max Verstappen (his GT3 car pictured) has headed to the Nordschleife this weekend in search of “GT3 fun” as his frustration with Formula 1’s new Formula E on steroids … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Formula 1 News: Famin exit signals deeper Alpine retreat amid F1 sale talk

Andrew Maitland March 20, 2026

(GMM) The departure of former F1 team boss Bruno Famin (pictured) is the latest sign Renault is accelerating its withdrawal from top-level motorsport amid ongoing talks to sell a stake … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Formula 1 News: Ecclestone doubts Wheatley move as Aston eyes change

Andrew Maitland March 20, 2026

(GMM) Bernie Ecclestone has cast doubt on reports that Aston Martin is set to install Jonathan Wheatley (pictured) as team principal amid its ongoing Honda-era disaster. “That’s practically impossible,” the … Read More

Hot News NASCAR Cup Series

NASCAR News: New competition package could produce wild racing at Darlington

Posted by AR1 staff March 20, 2026

In a recent social media post, Denny Hamlin detailed the level of chaos he expects to see in Sunday’s Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway. “Heads up on Darlington,” Hamlin said … Read More

Hot News Skip Barber

Skip Barber Launches Drivers Club: $250K-$500K Invitation-Only Motorsport Society

Posted by AR1 staff March 20, 2026

Skip Barber Racing School, the legendary name in driver development for more than five decades, has officially unveiled its most ambitious project yet: The Skip Barber Drivers Club. –by Mark … Read More

Hot News IMSA

IMSA News: Porsche’s Nasr Tops Practice 2 at Sebring

Posted by AR1 staff March 19, 2026

Porsche Penske Motorsport maintained its impressive form during Thursday afternoon practice for the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring at Sebring Raceway, with one of its factory Porsche 963s topping … Read More

Hot News IMSA

IMSA News: Penske Porsches continue to ride roughshod over IMSA Series

Posted by AR1 staff March 19, 2026

Laurens Vanthoor topped the timesheets in the opening practice session for the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring at Sebring International Raceway, securing a commanding 1-2 finish for Porsche Penske … Read More

Hot News IndyCar

FOX Sports, INDYCAR Announce Launch of New Digital-Exclusive Series

Posted by AR1 staff March 19, 2026

FOX Sports and INDYCAR announced today the launch of ALL IN: INDYCAR, a new digital-exclusive series following the drivers, teams and competition across the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season. The … Read More

Hot News IMSA

IMSA News: 2027 Schedules Revealed by IMSA

Posted by AR1 staff March 19, 2026

The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) today revealed its 2027 schedules for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, becoming the first major auto racing sanctioning body … Read More

Hot News NASCAR Cup Series

Speedway Motorsports say Nashville area can handle two Cup races

Posted by AR1 staff March 19, 2026

Successful negotiations to bring NASCAR to Nashville could … revive a deal between Speedway Motorsports, which acquired the Wilson County speedway (confusingly named the Nashville Superspeedway) in 2021, and real … Read More

Hot News NASCAR Cup Series

Busch Light and NASCAR announce a blockbuster lineup for the 2026 Busch Light Summer Music Series

Posted by AR1 staff March 19, 2026

NASCAR and Anheuser-Busch today announced the return of the highly-anticipated Busch Light Summer Music Series, bringing a trio of country megastars to NASCAR race weekends across the country. The star-studded … Read More

Betting on Motorsports Formula 1 Hot News

Betting on Speed: The Rise of Casino Branding Across Formula 1 Circuits

Posted by AR1 staff March 19, 2026

In recent years, the high-octane world of Formula One has become more than just a battleground for elite drivers and cutting-edge engineering—it has evolved into a powerful marketing platform for … Read More

Formula 1 Rumors

Formula 1 Rumor: Verstappen’s biggest problem is the grossly overweight Red Bull RB22

Posted by AR1 staff March 19, 2026

In Formula 1, every ounce matters. A heavier car means slower acceleration, longer braking distances, higher tire wear, and reduced cornering speeds. For the radical 2026 regulations — which slashed … Read More

Hot News Trans-Am

Trans-Am News: Bob Tullius dead at age 95

Posted by AR1 staff March 19, 2026

PORT ORANGE, Florida — Robert Charles “Bob” Tullius (pictured), one of the most influential figures in American motorsports history, a pioneering driver, innovative team owner, and founder of the iconic … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Formula 1 News: Antonelli laughs off ‘Raikkonen’ mix-up after China win

Andrew Maitland March 19, 2026

(GMM) Kimi Antonelli (pictured) has admitted he was left confused – and amused – after being mistakenly announced as Kimi Raikkonen on the podium following his breakthrough win in China. … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Formula 1 News: Massa to keep fighting after Crashgate breakthrough

Andrew Maitland March 19, 2026

(GMM) Felipe Massa (pictured) says he will continue his fight to be recognized as 2008 world champion despite securing an initial legal breakthrough in the long-running ‘Crashgate’ case. A court … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Formula 1 News: Verstappen drove ‘at half throttle’ amid Red Bull confusion

Andrew Maitland March 19, 2026

(GMM) Max Verstappen’s difficult start to the 2026 season has taken a new twist, with a report revealing the Dutchman effectively drove half of the Chinese GP (pictured) at reduced … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Formula 1 News: Massa doubts Alonso enjoying F1 driving Newey’s lemon

Andrew Maitland March 19, 2026

(GMM) Felipe Massa has cast doubt on whether Fernando Alonso (pictured) is still enjoying Formula 1 amid Aston Martin’s disastrous start to the 2026 season. The Spaniard has endured a … Read More

Formula 1 Rumors

Formula 1 Rumor: FIA set to fast-track engine ‘catch-up’ rules

Andrew Maitland March 19, 2026

(GMM) Rumor has it that Formula 1’s governing body is poised to accelerate engine upgrade rules to help struggling engine manufacturers close the gap to dominant Mercedes. According to motorsport-magazin.com, … Read More