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WEC News: Porsche mourns the loss of Hans Herrmann

Posted by AR1 staff January 9, 2026

Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG mourns the loss of Hans Herrmann. The former racing driver passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 97. During his motorsport … Read More

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NASCAR News: Front Row Motorsports Announces Changes to Competition Staff for 2026 Season

Posted by AR1 staff January 9, 2026

Front Row Motorsports (FRM) today announced several leadership updates within its Competition department ahead of the 2026 NASCAR Cup and Truck Series’ seasons. Drew Blickensderfer will transition from his prior … Read More

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NASCAR News: Ross Chastain to drive Niece Motorsports truck again

Posted by AR1 staff January 9, 2026

Niece Motorsports announced that multi-time winner and defending Coca-Cola 600 champion, Ross Chastain, back to its NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series (NCTS) driver roster in 2026. Chastain, who enters his ninth … Read More

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Dakar Rally Stage 6: Al-Attiyah tops in cars, American Brabec wins on Bikes

Posted by AR1 staff January 9, 2026

The 2026 Dakar Rally hit its halfway mark on January 9 with Stage 6, the longest timed special so far at 458km within a 766km liaison from Ha’il to Al … Read More

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IMSA News: IMSA to rule with an iron fist in 2026

Posted by AR1 staff January 9, 2026

IMSA has introduced a stringent new rule for the 2026 WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season that effectively prohibits teams, drivers, manufacturers, and associated personnel from publicly criticizing or commenting on the … Read More

Hot News NASCAR Cup Series

NASCAR News: Hendrick Motorsports campus gets Atrium Health Motorsports Athletic Center

Posted by AR1 staff January 9, 2026

Atrium Health has joined 15-time NASCAR Cup Series champions Hendrick Motorsports in an innovative partnership that includes naming rights to the new 35,000-square-foot Atrium Health Motorsports Athletic Center located on the team’s campus in … Read More

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NASCAR News: Brad Keselowski to miss Clash, LaJoie to sub

Posted by AR1 staff January 9, 2026

Brad Keselowski (pictured), the 2012 NASCAR Cup Series champion and co-owner of RFK Racing, will miss the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium on February 1, 2026, as he … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Honda’s Enduring Legacy in F1: The Partnerships with Ayrton Senna and Max Verstappen

Posted by AR1 staff January 9, 2026

Honda has been a pivotal force in Formula 1 since its entry as a full team and engine supplier in 1964, achieving its first victory in 1965 at the Mexican … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Cadillac F1 Team Secures IFS as Official Technology Partner Ahead of 2026 Grid Debut

Posted by AR1 staff January 9, 2026

As the Cadillac Formula 1 Team gears up for its highly anticipated entry as the 11th team on the grid in 2026, the American outfit has announced a major strategic … Read More

Hot News NASCAR Truck Series

NASCAR News: Jimmie Johnson to double up in San Diego

Posted by AR1 staff January 9, 2026

TRICON Garage (TRICON) announced today that NASCAR Hall of Famer and seven-time Cup Series (NCS) champion Jimmie Johnson will return to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series (NCTS) for its inaugural … Read More

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The Revival of the Scream: Anthony Hamilton’s Bold Bid bring back the F1 V10 scream with HybridV10

Posted by AR1 staff January 8, 2026

In the high-octane world of motorsport, where the scream of engines once defined an era, a familiar name is stepping out from the shadows of his son’s legendary career to … Read More

Hot News NASCAR Cup Series

NASCAR to announce new championship format

Posted by AR1 staff January 8, 2026

NASCAR will hold a press conference to announce the championship format for the 2026 season and beyond. WHEN: Monday, January 12 3:30 p.m. ET POST-ANNOUNCEMENT SHOW: A special ‘Inside the … Read More

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Formula 1 News: How Social Media Changed Formula 1 Fandom

Posted by AR1 staff January 8, 2026

Formula 1 was once a sport built on distance and control. Fans followed races on television, read interviews days later, and accepted limited access as normal. Drivers felt remote, teams … Read More

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Dakar Stage 5: Guthrie leads Ford 1-2-3 in cars, Benevides wins on Bikes

Posted by AR1 staff January 8, 2026

January 8, 2026, saw the conclusion of the grueling 48-hour marathon stage with the Dakar Stage 5, a 371km timed special from the remote bivouac back to Ha’il. Competitors, running … Read More

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IndyCar News: Arrow McLaren announces Republic Airways as Official Air Carrier for the team

Posted by AR1 staff January 8, 2026

The Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team today announced that Republic Airways, one of the largest regional airlines in North America, has joined the team as its Official Air Carrier for the … Read More

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NASCAR News: Jimmie Johnson Secures Guaranteed Spot in 2026 Daytona 500 Via Special Provisional

Posted by AR1 staff January 8, 2026

Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson is set to make his 701st career start in the NASCAR Cup Series at the 2026 Daytona 500, thanks to a guaranteed entry … Read More

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Track News: Memphis International Raceway set for $60 million upgrade

Posted by AR1 staff January 8, 2026

The former Memphis International Raceway in Millington, Tennessee, is roaring back to life. On January 7, 2026, the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) held a groundbreaking ceremony to kick off … Read More

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Formula 1 Rumor: Audi R26 will run first 2026 car this week (Update)

Andrew Maitland January 8, 2026

The Audi F1 team is to hold a filming day in Barcelona on Friday (January 9), AutoRacing1.com understands. Each team is allowed two filming days with current-spec machinery each season, … Read More

Formula 1 Rumors

Formula 1 Rumor: Horner comeback talks widen to Aston Martin as hurdles emerge

Andrew Maitland January 8, 2026

(GMM) Christian Horner’s (pictured) path back to Formula 1 is proving far more complex than early winter rumors suggested, with talks understood to be underway on two separate fronts. Since … Read More

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Formula 1 News: TGR Haas F1 Team signs Castore as Official partner

Posted by AR1 staff January 8, 2026

TGR Haas F1 Team announced Castore, the leading performance sportswear brand, as the team’s ‘Official Kit and Retail Partner’, starting from the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. The multi-year … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Ferrari to test two 2026 car concepts as rethink begins

Andrew Maitland January 8, 2026

(GMM) Ferrari is planning an unusual split approach to the opening phase of its 2026 preparations, with two different car specifications set to be run before the season begins (pictured … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Coulthard’s Verdict on Verstappen vs. Hamilton

Posted by AR1 staff January 8, 2026

On a recent The Red Flags Podcast, former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard leaned back in his chair, a knowing smile creeping across his face as the hosts steered the … Read More

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Why Motorsport Betting Is Fundamentally Different from Team Sports

Posted by AR1 staff January 8, 2026

Betting on motorsport may look similar to wagering on football, basketball, or other team sports. Odds are posted, favorites emerge, and outcomes are settled after the event ends. However, once … Read More

Dakar Hot News

Dakar Rally Stage 4: Lategan wins in Cars, Schareina wins on Bikes

Posted by AR1 staff January 7, 2026

On January 7, 2026, Stage 4 kicked off the infamous 48-hour marathon stage with a challenging 495km loop around Al-Ula, featuring rocky terrain, fast sandy sections, and intricate navigation that … Read More

Formula 1 Hot News

Max Verstappen Reveals What It Would Take to Leave Red Bull

Posted by AR1 staff January 7, 2026

Max Verstappen (pictured) once again controlled the Formula 1 season in 2025 with the most wins, most poles, and most laps led. Four world titles in, he continues to set … Read More