One proposed solution to the sound problem in formula one this year is a “megaphone”-style exhaust. The news was revealed by Toto Wolff, a chief at one of F1’s three ...
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Sauber turned down GP2 champion’s $14m – report
Even with $14 million in his hand, reigning GP2 champion Fabio Leimer could not buy his way into formula one. The 25-year-old Swiss, who will instead race sports cars in ...
Read More »Insiders tip Ecclestone to survive corruption scandal
Three F1 insiders have tipped Bernie Ecclestone to drive out of the corruption scandal not only with his freedom, but also the keys to the sport. Some think the Gerhard ...
Read More »F1 could axe Friday morning practice to cut costs
F1 could axe Friday morning practice sessions next year, as teams consider how to cut costs in the absence of a mandatory budget cap. Although keenly supported by the small ...
Read More »Ricciardo wants ‘fair fight’ with Vettel
Daniel Ricciardo says he accepts the “responsibility” of sometimes having to “move over” for his Red Bull teammate. Team orders is currently a hot topic inside the reigning world champion ...
Read More »Maldonado paid $25m to leave Williams – report
A $25 million termination payment from Pastor Maldonado’s sponsor helped Williams to drive back into profit. The publicly-listed British team released its 2013 financial results on Friday, showing a $20m ...
Read More »Witness doubts Ecclestone’s blackmail defence
Bernie Ecclestone’s blackmail defence came under attack on Friday, as the F1 chief executive returned to court in Munich. Ecclestone has claimed he made the disputed $44 million payment to ...
Read More »‘Spygate’ protagonist Stepney killed in crash
Nigel Stepney, a man at the heart of F1’s famous ‘spygate’ scandal, has died. The former Ferrari engineer, who left F1 seven years ago after he was accused of leaking ...
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