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Barcelona test verdict: The final word on first week of F1 2020
Whether you look at the headline times or the news headlines themselves, there's no escaping the fact that Mercedes dominated the first week of pre-season F1 2020 testing.
Explained: Mercedes’ DAS system and fears over what follows
There was only one talking point in the Formula 1 paddock on the second day of pre-season testing, as Mercedes debuted its dual-axis steering system.
Prime Where the big three teams show their might at Barcelona
A trackside view around the aero-dependent Barcelona circuit on day two of the opening F1 test revealed which drivers were having to work harder than others. The big three teams were, unsurprisingly the best-sorted, but that doesn't tell the full story…
Prime Why motorsport will miss WEC's quirky underdog
Rebellion will bow out of competition altogether following this year's Le Mans 24 Hours. The Swiss team has delivered astounding results as a privateer operation from as early as 2001, as our sportscar expert remembers.
Podcast: Will Mexico City produce another FE classic?
This weekend, Formula E returns to Mexico City for the fifth time – one year on from arguably the best race finish in the championship’s history at the same venue.
Exploring an F1 icon: Giorgio Piola on the McLaren MP4/4
Winning all but one race of the 1988 World Championship season, the McLaren MP4/4 is one of the most successful Formula 1 cars of all time.
Podcast: What we learned from MotoGP Sepang testing
The first three-day pre-season test of the 2020 MotoGP season from the Sepang International Circuit concluded last weekend, with Petronas SRT’s Fabio Quartararo topping the timesheets.
Firestone’s crucial role in improving IndyCar safety
The NTT IndyCar Series’ adoption of the Red Bull Advanced Technologies aeroscreen for 2020 created additional work for several companies and individuals. Less well appreciated is the huge effort made by Firestone to absorb the screen's knock-on effect, as David Malsher-Lopez points out.
Tech analysis: What we’ve learned from Haas’s early F1 reveal
On the back of a chastening 2019 season, Haas became the first Formula 1 team to unveil its new car for the 2020 season.
Podcast: How BMW's Gunther bounced back in Santiago
BMW Andretti driver Maximilian Gunther claimed a maiden Formula E victory in a frantic Santiago race, one year on from being dropped by Dragon Racing after the same round.
Designer’s view: Explaining the Jaguar XJR-9 Le Mans legend
The Jaguar XJR-9 was one of the most successful sportscars of its generation, winning the 1988 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Podcast: Formula E leader Sims on attack mode debate
The latest episode of the Current Affairs Podcast has Formula E championship leader Alexander Sims join to discuss his breakthrough first victory and preview this weekend's Santiago E-Prix.
How Herbert drove “beyond the pain threshold” on F1 debut
British Formula 1 driver Johnny Herbert started over 160 grands prix and won three of them – two for Benetton in 1995 and one for Stewart Grand Prix in ’99. But his F1 career might never have got past his debut in the 1989 Brazilian Grand Prix...
Watch: Rediscover some rally car classics and their stories
The Autosport International Show benefitted from one of the most original and special rally collections in the world, from Ford to Subaru, all decades were covered.
Podcast: Will Formula E’s Gen3 ideas actually work?
The FIA recently released tender application documents inviting companies to apply to build the main elements of the Gen3 Formula E car, which will be introduced for the 2022-23 campaign.
What Verstappen’s new Red Bull deal means for F1
Max Verstappen will stay with the Red Bull Formula 1 team until the end of 2023, and his new deal that has a wider impact on the driver market.
Podcast: Predicting a mad MotoGP star name ‘silly season’
With all factory contracts up for grabs for the 2021 season, this year's MotoGP silly season is set to be one of the maddest.
Happy New Year from the Editor in Chief
Dear Motorsport.com reader, Happy New Year! Not only that, it’s a new decade for us to anticipate. Motor racing has always been a sport that’s evolved and constantly reinvented itself, and Motorsport.com has truly been pushing hard to cover it all, especially over these past five years as we’ve accelerated our coverage across the planet – including an all-new app that we introduced in 2019.
Prime Why Haas' dreary 2019 season is bad news for F1
Haas headed into the 2019 Formula 1 season after showing promising form in winter testing. But what followed was a tough campaign, blighted by car-handling issues. Here's why that development is not good for F1's future.
Podcast: Current Affairs Formula E Christmas Special
As it’s Christmas time, Current Affairs – our Formula E podcast – is in a suitably festive, yet reflective mood.
The Top 10 Supercars drivers of 2019
After a season of dominance and controversy, we rank our 10 best Supercars drivers of 2019.
Podcast: What can Zarco gain from Avintia Ducati 2020 move?
An open secret for some time, Johann Zarco's move to Avintia Ducati for the 2020 MotoGP season was finally confirmed this week.
Would Hamilton switch to Ferrari in 2021?
Speculation of Lewis Hamilton driving for Ferrari in the future was reignited over Formula 1's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend.
What F1 learned from Ferrari's fuel breach
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix may not have featured much action on-track, but a pre-race controversy ensured there was still plenty to be discussed.
