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Honda engineer spotted a shift in Liam Lawson’s data during Max Verstappen battle

Liam Lawson’s 2025 campaign was far from straightforward. He started the year as Max Verstappen’s teammate at Red Bull, but lasted just two rounds before being moved back to Racing Bulls, where he eventually found his footing.

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Isack Hadjar takes on brutal rally-raid challenge in Ford Raptor T1+ ahead of 2026 Red Bull move

Isack Hadjar tackled a Ford Raptor T1+ rally-raid time trial with Dakar racer Mitch Guthrie Jr Isack Hadjar, who joined four-time champion Max Verstappen at Red Bull this year, has taken on a rally-raid challenge in the Ford Raptor T1+.

Pierre Gasly News / Motorsport / January 9

Pierre Gasly: Missing out on F1 seat after GP2 title was a 'slap in the face'

Pierre Gasly has recalled how missing out on an immediate Formula 1 seat after winning the 2016 GP2 title felt like a "slap in my face" Pierre Gasly has described not securing a Formula 1 seat after winning the GP2 (now Formula 2) championship as a "slap in my face".

Christian Horner News / HITC / January 9

Christian Horner’s return to F1 could be delayed as Alpine documents reveal legal hurdle

Christian Horner is reportedly eyeing a comeback to Formula 1, but his preferred path might take him a little longer than he had hoped. Christian Horner’s route back to Formula 1 could be held up by legal obstacles buried in Alpine F1’s company paperwork.

Helmut Marko News / HITC / January 9

Red Bull engineer says one of Helmut Marko’s departures still deserves a place on the F1 Grid

During his time at Red Bull, Helmut Marko built a reputation as one of the most unforgiving decision-makers in Formula 1. That reputation was never more evident than in his final season with the team.

Formula One News / ESPN / January 9

F1 2026 up and running! Audi complete first laps

Audi has completed the first laps of its all-new Formula 1 project at Spain's Circuit de Catalunya.

Formula One News / HITC / January 9

Charles Leclerc not interested in ‘mentoring’ Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari

Charles Leclerc was expected to face his toughest test yet at Ferrari following Lewis Hamilton’s move from Mercedes, but the season played out with little drama.

Yuki Tsunoda News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

F1: Yuki Tsunoda to become active player in driver market

Last year saw Yuki Tsunoda become the latest in a growing line of casualties at Red Bull’s second seat. The Japanese driver was unable to secure another year with the Milton Keynes outfit, who instead opted to promote Isack Hadjar.

Formula One News / HITC / January 9

Max Verstappen tops Aston Martin’s list if Alonso chooses to retire from F1

Fernando Alonso will be the oldest driver on the grid in 2026, and while he’s not showing any signs of retirement just yet, Aston Martin chairman Lawrence Stroll knows it’s time to start looking ahead.

Takuma Sato News / Motorsport / January 9

Honda shares sneak peek of Takuma Sato preparing for Williams FW11 Tokyo Auto Salon run

Takuma Sato will headline Honda's Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 demonstrations by running the Williams-Honda FW11 Former Formula 1 driver Takuma Sato is set to take part in a demonstration drive in the Williams-Honda FW11 at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 this weekend.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / January 9

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

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

Formula One News / HITC / January 8

Samuel L Jackson gave his opinion on Max Verstappen after Lewis Hamilton was ‘robbed’

Lewis Hamilton was denied the 2021 Formula 1 title in one of the most controversial races the sport has ever seen. Hamilton, then a Mercedes driver, entered the season finale in Abu Dhabi level on points with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen.

Lewis Hamilton News / HITC / January 8

What Lewis Hamilton thought of working with Brad Pitt in the F1 movie

Lewis Hamilton has opened up about his experience working with Brad Pitt on the upcoming Formula 1 movie, praising the Hollywood actor for his commitment and skill behind the wheel.

Lando Norris News / Motorsport / January 8

Lando Norris posts first vlog since F1 championship win with emotional message for fans

In a new vlog, Lando Norris revisits the week he became F1 world champion, including the final laps where he says “time starts to slow down” Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris has published his first vlog since winning the 2025 drivers' championship.

Formula One News / HITC / January 8

Helmut Marko issued Isack Hadjar ‘multiple’ warnings about 2026 before leaving Red Bull

Isack Hadjar’s biggest supporter in Formula 1 has always been Helmut Marko, ever since his promotion to the sport in 2025. But as he prepares for a new challenge with Red Bull in 2026, he will no longer be by his side.

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Lewis Hamilton News / HITC / January 8

Lewis Hamilton could leave F1 behind if 2026 struggles persist at Ferrari

Lewis Hamilton’s debut season with Ferrari in 2025 didn’t go as planned, and he’s hoping the 2026 campaign gives him a chance to change the narrative that followed.

Max Verstappen News / F1 on SI / January 8

Ex-Max Verstappen Mechanic Given Key Promotion As Audi Set To Make F1 History

Audi has handed Max Verstappen's former chief mechanic a promotion ahead of the German marque's maiden Formula 1 season, with the team set to complete a grid-wide first.

Zhou Guanyu News / Field Level Media / January 6

Cadillac F1 add Zhou Guanyu as reserve driver

The Cadillac F1 team confirmed the addition of Zhou Guanyu as its reserve driver ahead of the 2026 season. Guanyu left his role as a reserve driver for Ferrari last week, and his name was almost immediately tied to the same role as Cadillac joins the grid this year.

Formula One News / Into The Chicane / January 6

Formula 1 Lore Tuesday: The Lewis Hamilton – Nico Rosberg feud

Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg were two of racing’s best friends, but in their pursuit of greatness, that friendship developed into a bitter rivalry. One went on to become one of the greatest drivers in the history of Formula 1, while the other is currently a commentator.

Formula One News / Into The Chicane / January 6

Gilles Villeneuve: Ferrari’s fearless Canadian icon

Formula One has historically been regarded as a predominantly European-centric sport. This makes the legacy of racing driver Gilles Villeneuve all the more remarkable.

Lando Norris News / F1 on SI / January 5

Why Lando Norris Will Pay More Than Any Other F1 Driver For His FIA Super License

Lando Norris will pay the most of any driver for his FIA super license for the 2026 Formula 1 season, but why? All drivers in F1 must have gained their super license by picking up enough merit points before entering the championship, allocated for performances in other racing categories.

Zhou Guanyu News / Yardbarker / January 5

Cadillac continues to add experience to driver lineup with Guanyu

Cadillac continues to add experience to its driver lineup with Zhou Guanyu

Cadillac, a new entry for this upcoming season, hopes to become the first team since Brawn GP (2009) to win the Constructors’ Championship in its first season in Formula 1.

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Adrian Newey News / Total Apex Sports / January 3

The Red Bull RB17: Newey’s Final Bull Before the Aston Era

If you thought Red Bull was just about dominating the Formula 1 grid or selling energy drinks, think again. The team has finally pulled the covers off the RB17, their first-ever hypercar, and it is a certified monster.

Christian Horner News / Last Word On Sports / January 3

Christian Horner: F1 comeback with Alpine increasingly likely

Christian Horner is understood to be in advanced negotiations with Alpine over purchasing a stake in the team, leading a business consortium. The 52-year-old is working to capitalise on perhaps his best opportunity to make a return to Formula 1.

Jack Doohan News / Last Word On Sports / January 2

Jack Doohan: Toyota support could revive chances of F1 return

Jack Doohan was the first casualty in last year’s driver market, losing his Alpine seat to Franco Colapinto after the Miami GP. Despite lingering hopes of a second stint at the French squad, it soon became clear that Doohan was not part of the team’s future plans.

Formula One News / Into The Chicane / January 2

Press F1 for help: Why is Formula 1 called Formula 1?

Formula 1 is one of the fastest growing sports in the world, with viewership numbers increasing worldwide. Many fans have accepted the name Formula 1 just is the name of the sport, but why is it called Formula 1?

Fernando Alonso News / Athlon Sports / December 30

Fernando Alonso Shows Off $3.2 Million Aston Martin on Monaco Streets

Fernando Alonso is known for pushing limits on track, but during F1’s winter break, the Aston Martin driver reminded fans that his passion for performance