Tires ‘have not kept pace’ with F1 – pundit
Hamilton examines his blown Pirelli. The cars that generate the most downforce – Mercedes and McLaren – blew out their tires (GMM) An F1 pundit claims that Pirelli "has not … Read More
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Spectators need ‘patience’ before returning to F1 tracks
Most of all we need a vaccine before fans can safely return to races (GMM) As the 'ghost races' roll on in Formula 1, the question of when spectators will … Read More
Physio says Perez wants to race this weekend
Sergio Perez ready to rumble (GMM) Sergio Perez's trainer admits they are hoping the Mexican can return to the wheel of his Racing Point at Silverstone this weekend. Perez, who … Read More
Weekend TV Ratings
IMSA action from Road America The NASCAR Cup race on NBCSN from Loudon was down 19.8% from last year. The F1 race from Silverstone early Sunday morning was up 17.5% … Read More
Indy University Health calls for Indy 500 to not include fans (Update)
Will the Covid-19 virus from China spread like wild fire at the Indy 500? Not if everyone wears a mask. UPDATE IU Health said the 500 should be run without … Read More
Will Indy 500 have a full 33-car field?
Last year Simon Pagenaud beat Alexander Rossi in a shootout to win. So far the Indy 500 has only 30 confirmed entries for the Indy 500 with practice starting next … Read More
Only one practice session for Imola’s F1 race
Teams have no setup data for Imola. One practice session will make the race a crap shoot. Formula 1 has confirmed that only one 90-minute practice session will be held … Read More
Pirelli says the faster 2020 cars stressed its tires beyond design limits
The Ferraris did not have any tire issues because they are so slow through the corners Pirelli has concluded its initial analysis on a number of tires that were run … Read More
Foyt and team react to Indy 500 with zero fans
The stands will be empty for the first time. It will resemble a typical Brickyard 400 Following are some reactions from the AJ Foyt Racing team on today’s decision to … Read More
Reserve driver Gutierrez ineligible
Esteban Gutierrez Toto Wolff says the Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One Team would have to look beyond Esteban Gutierrez if they were to require a reserve driver at this stage … Read More
Leavine Family Racing sells No. 95 car citing financial impact from coronavirus pandemic
Christopher Bell's team owner calls it quits Bob Leavine announced Tuesday morning that he sold his family-owned racing team, indicating that Leavine Family Racing will cease operations at the end … Read More
Indy 500 will be run without fans in attendance
Roger Penske said he would not run the Indy 500 without fans. Now he is. Buying IndyCar and the 500 has been a financial bloodbath for The Captain so far, … Read More
JR Motorsports reveals Darlington throwback honoring late John Andretti
Hemric will run this John Andretti tribute paint scheme at Darlington JR Motorsports revealed a retro paint scheme Tuesday for the No. 8 Chevrolet that will take part in Darlington … Read More
Formula E: two test positive for Covid
Covid-19 testing To protect the ABB FIA Formula E Championship community, as the all-electric race series restarts this week ahead of its six-race season six finale in Berlin, the championship … Read More
Rokit to sponsor an IndyCar and F1 team
Rokit sponsored the Williams F1 team last year Rokit is close to announcing major new sponsorship deals with a team in IndyCar and one in F1 company co-founder and chairman … Read More
Zipadelli to serve as Clint Bowyer’s interim crew chief
Greg Zipadelli Clint Bowyer Crew Chief Johnny Klausmeier will miss Saturday’s race, serving a one-race suspension because Bowyer’s car was found to have two lug nuts not secure after last … Read More
Formula E to host final 6 races in Berlin spread over just 9 days
Berlin The Formula E championship will come to an end this month. The final six races will take place in a tight bind together over the span of just 9 … Read More
Stefan Bradl to replace Marc Marquez at Brno
Stefan Bradl After a heroic return just four days after surgery in Jerez, Marc Marquez will miss the Brno race with Stefan Bradl joining the Repsol Honda Team alongside Alex … Read More
Binotto denies Ferrari to test new parts on Wednesday
Binotto denies rumors (GMM) Mattia Binotto has denied that Ferrari will use a 'filming day' at Silverstone on Wednesday to try urgent car updates. While the other teams wait onsite … Read More
Wolff hints Mercedes ‘foursome’ staying together
Toto Wolff (GMM) Mercedes will soon announce that its 'dream team' is staying together for another season. That is the claim of team boss Toto Wolff, referring not only to … Read More
Newey’s design dominance may be over – Albers
Adrian Newey – no match for Aldo Costa (GMM) Max Verstappen should re-focus his target for 2020 and instead aim to be runner-up behind Mercedes' dominant champion Lewis Hamilton. That … Read More
F1 doctor ‘surprised’ by low coronavirus infections
Wearing masks works (GMM) FIA doctor Professor Gerard Saillant says he is "surprised" that so few cases of coronavirus have been detected since the 2020 'corona calendar' kicked off last … Read More
Opening IndyCar practice to be cancelled? (Update)
Fernando Alonso UPDATE This rumor is upgraded to 'fact' today. Practice at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, including rookie orientation, will start Aug. 12, a Wednesday and one day later than originally … Read More
Keselowski re-signs with Team Penske
Brad Keselowski Team Penske announced Monday afternoon that Brad Keselowski, the 2012 NASCAR Cup Series champion, had signed a contract extension. “We are pleased that Brad will continue to be … Read More
Widespread industry shutdowns may not stop Supercar races
Half the team will be shutdown if they return home Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has announced widespread shutdowns/restrictions of non-essential industries in Melbourne which will affect motorsport team operations, as … Read More