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(GMM) Mattia Binotto (pictured) says Audi’s first Formula 1 season has been more successful behind the scenes than the results alone suggest. Audi struggled badly early in its debut works … Read More

Formula One News / Field Level Media / September 24

Audi confirms Formula 1 driver lineup for 2027

Team principal Mattia Binotto confirmed Thursday that the Audi Revolut F1 team will retain veteran Nico Hulkenberg alongside Gabriel Bortoleto as its driver lineup for the 2027 season.

Formula One News / Motorsport / August 7

Mattia Binotto addresses Carlos Sainz and Oscar Piastri Audi F1 rumours

Audi F1 boss Mattia Binotto has played down speculation linking Carlos Sainz and Oscar Piastri to the team Audi Formula 1 boss Mattia Binotto has addressed

Formula One News / Motorsport / July 13

Efficiency key for Audi in F1's future engine rules, says Mattia Binotto

Speaking exclusively to Motorsport.com, Mattia Binotto reiterates Audi's desire for efficient power units in 2030 as the brand aims to keep turbocharging as part of the next Formula 1 ruleset Audi Formula 1 chief Mattia Binotto says the German brand wants the series' future engine formula to remain "highly efficient" amid talk of ditching turbos.

Formula One News / Motorsport / July 12

Audi's "target" is to fight for F1 title by 2030, says Mattia Binotto

The Audi F1 chief has outlined when he wants the German marque to be fighting for the world title Audi boss Mattia Binotto has set a target of competing for the Formula 1 championship by 2030 after a steady start for the series debutant.

Formula One News / Motorsport / July 10

Audi's Mattia Binotto calls for F1 ADUO rethink amid exploit fears

Audi Formula 1 boss feels the power unit upgrade system is not fit for purpose Audi Formula 1 boss Mattia Binotto is calling on the FIA to "rethink" the ADUO upgrade scheme after Mercedes was one of the manufacturers afforded room for additional power unit upgrades.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / June 30

Formula 1 News: Audi highlights the fallacy of the ADUO system

(GMM) Audi boss Mattia Binotto (pictured with Allan McNish) has questioned whether Mercedes cleverly positioned itself to benefit from Formula 1’s controversial ADUO engine concession system.

Formula One News / Motorsport / June 3

Audi has the fourth best chassis and will close engine gap in 2028, says Mattia Binotto

The Audi team principal believes that GPS data collected over the opening rounds of the 2026 F1 season shows that the German outfit has the fourth best

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / May 6

Formula 1 News: Binotto backs 2026 rules as V8 engine pressure builds for future

(GMM) Mattia Binotto (pictured) has pushed back against mounting criticism of Formula 1’s controversial 2026 regulations, even as pressure builds for a future return to V8 engines.

Formula One News / Motorsport / May 4

Who slept worst last night: Mattia Binotto

Two cars on fire, a disqualification, another DNS, and an early retirement: Audi’s showing in Miami was more reminiscent of the "Silver Torches" of 2004 The first weekend in Formula 1 went almost like a fairy tale for Audi.

Formula One News / Motorsport / April 13

Mattia Binotto reveals key area costing Audi performance in 2026

Mattia Binotto says Audi’s biggest performance gains must come from improving its power unit, with the current five-week break providing a chance to fix problems Head of Audi Formula 1 project Mattia Binotto has discussed the areas for improvement for the team.

Formula One News / Motorsport / April 2

Audi F1 boss may have unwittingly revealed why Jonathan Wheatley quit

Mattia Binotto's claim that he only needs ‘support' after absorbing team principal role gives a clear pointer to reason for Wheatley's surprise departure ahead of Japanese GP It was at the Japanese Grand Prix last year that Jonathan Wheatley made his first appearance as team principal of what is now Audi's works Formula 1 team.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / March 28

Formula 1 News: Binotto admits Wheatley surprise, hints at replacement

(GMM) Mattia Binotto (pictured) has insisted he was caught off guard by Jonathan Wheatley’s sudden departure, as Audi begins considering how to reorganize its leadership structure.

Formula One News / Motorsport / March 26

Audi leadership thrown into doubt after "shock" Jonathan Wheatley exit: "They're lacking"

Lawrence Barretto has described Jonathan Wheatley’s abrupt exit from Audi as a shock decision that leaves Mattia Binotto overseeing the team’s day-to-day running Jonathan Wheatley's exit from his role as Audi Formula 1 team principal has been branded a "shock decision" by F1 TV presenter Lawrence Barretto.

Formula One News / HITC / March 26

Mattia Binotto remains an outsider in the Ferrari camp during the 2026 Formula 1 season

Mattia Binotto has never been a universally liked figure within Formula 1, and it’s clear there are still unresolved issues between him and Ferrari. The 56-year-old started with the team in 1995 and slowly moved up the ranks thanks to his technical background.

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Formula One News / Field Level Media / March 20

Audi team boss Jonathan Wheatley exits due to 'personal reasons'

Audi team principal Jonathan Wheatley is leaving the organization just under one year after his arrival. Per Audi on Friday, Wheatley is departing due to "personal reasons" and the move comes with "immediate effect." He joined Audi last April.

Formula One News / Motorsport / February 8

Why Audi has a “very, very long” to-do list after F1 Barcelona shakedown

Audi F1 lead Mattia Binotto admits he has "never seen such a long list" of jobs that need completing ahead of its debut F1 season Mattia Binotto has "never seen such a long list” of jobs ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season as he prepares Audi for its maiden campaign in the championship.

Formula One News / HITC / January 23

Audi admit “we are not ready” after unsuccessful first Formula 1 test

Audi have set their sights on a Formula 1 world title by 2030, but comments made during their 2026 launch suggest they’re not expecting immediate results.

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 22

“A very difficult challenge” – why Audi fears engine performance deficit in F1 2026

The German marque will make its debut as a factory F1 team in 2026, the year new regulations will come into play Audi Formula 1 chief Mattia Binotto is

Formula One News / HITC / January 21

Mattia Binotto explains why Ferrari are already facing an uphill battle against Mercedes in 2026

Mercedes look to have spotted a gap in the new 2026 F1 engine rules, and it could end up giving them a notable boost in horsepower. The regulations set a maximum fuel compression ratio of 16:1, but Mercedes are believed to be operating closer to 18:1 during races.

Formula One News / Grand Prix On SI / December 20, 2024

Mattia Binotto Reveals Sauber F1 Team's 'Mindset Of Survival' Ahead Of Audi Takeover

Sauber F1 team CEO and CTO Mattia Binotto has opened up on the state of affairs in the team after taking over the role this season following the Formula 1 summer break.

Formula One News / Motorsports on SI / October 14, 2024

Former Ferrari Team Principal Blames Successor For Not 'Revolutionizing' The Team

Former Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto has pointed fingers at his successor, the team's current chief, Fred Vasseur, blaming him for not revolutionizing "a structured and functional organization." Vasseur took over the reins from Binotto at the end of the 2022 Formula 1 season.

Formula One News / Grand Prix On SI / September 29, 2024

Audi Reveals Positive Milestone With Its 2026 Power Unit Development

Audi F1's new CEO and CTO, Mattia Binotto has revealed that the team has claimed an important milestone in its Formula 1 journey with regard to the development of the 2026 power unit.

Formula One News / Grand Prix On SI / September 9, 2024

Mattia Binotto Speaks Out On Audi Signing - 'Didn't Accept Any Compromises'

Sauber's new CEO and CTO, Mattia Binotto revealed that he responded to Audi's offer in just two days without making compromises. The German automaker will conclude its takeover of the Sauber F1 team by 2026, and Binotto's hiring is the first big step in setting the team's structural foundation.

Formula One News / Grand Prix On SI / September 1, 2024

Mattia Binotto Slams Sauber's Poor Performance - 'Cannot Afford It'

Sauber's new CEO and CTO, Mattia Binotto, has called out the team's underperformance at the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, highlighting the zero points accumulated in the 2024 season thus far.