An Inside Look at Motorsports
Reports in the Austrian press suggest that Scuderia Toro Rosso part-owner Gerhard Berger would like to keep Italy's Tonio Liuzzi in his team next year. The fact that Berger wants … Read More
The Federation Francaise du Sport Automobile, the organizer of the French Grand Prix, is cautiously optimistic that this year's event – which coincides with the French Bastille Day national holiday … Read More
(GMM) According to speculation in Britain, Honda's demoted technical director could be eyeing a new top role in F1. Although Geoff Willis is still on 'mountain-bike leave' after Shuhei Nakamoto … Read More
(GMM) Just as Mark Webber's future in F1 seemed certain, new speculation has cast doubt on the identity of his home for next year. Outwardly, the Australian appears content to … Read More
When former open wheel short track star Kasey Kahne won the Coca-Cola 600 at Lowe's Motor Speedway the same day as the 90th Indianapolis 500, Kahne spoke at length about … Read More
(GMM) A rubber stamp will be slapped onto the sale of F1 to 'CVC' by the beginning of August, according to reports. Up to six companies are bidding to buy … Read More
UPDATE City Hall once again is grappling with the question of who speaks for the neighborhoods — and when to respond to complaints from a vocal minority. This time the … Read More
(GMM) New speculation is linking Anthony Davidson with a Super Aguri race drive in 2007. The long-time tester was rumored last winter as being in the running for a seat … Read More
According to a report by Autosport, the South Africa round of this year's Grand Prix Masters series will move from the famous Kyalami circuit where it enjoyed much success, to … Read More
Team owner Richard Childress said Sunday [at Infineon Raceway] that he is among those interested in signing David Gilliland to a contract. Gilliland, currently driving without a contract for a … Read More
(GMM) MF1's Christijan Albers could be on the move, according to rumors in Holland. The Netherlands' formula one-dedicated press is notoriously excitable, but Dutchman Albers is being linked with a … Read More
General Motors officials plan to submit their proposed new Cup engine to NASCAR executives for review in mid-August, ahead of the Sept. 1 deadline. GM hopes for a quick answer … Read More
UPDATE Cosworth's commercial director Bernard Ferguson told Autosport.com, "It's difficult for the independents," he said. "There are 12 teams in 2008 and six manufacturers, and if they all decide to … Read More
UPDATE This rumor is upgraded to 'fact' today. As revealed this evening on Speed TV, Team Red Bull formally announced a multi-year agreement with NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series driver Brian … Read More
Rumor has it that Champ Car and the IRL will try to avoid racing on the same weekend in 2007, and of course as previously rumored, there will be an … Read More
UPDATE #3 Although AutoRacing1.com sources say this rumor is 'fact', from Canada: (GMM) Alex Shnaider's home grand prix in Canada came and went without him announcing the sale of his … Read More
(GMM) The Midland-owned 'MF1' team is almost certain to be powered by Cosworth V8 engines in 2007. It is understood that the terms of an agreement, with Alex Shnaider's squad … Read More
(GMM) Although Michael Schumacher emerged unscathed from a drivers' meeting at Silverstone, the seven time world champion is still likely to be booted out of the 'GPDA'. 'Bild am Sonntag' … Read More
(GMM) In a swift reversal of roles, Jarno Trulli's likely three-year deal to stay at Toyota beyond 2006 means that teammate Ralf Schumacher is now the less secure of the … Read More
Ken Schrader's #21 Wood Brothers Ford had their entire set of seat belts confiscated by NASCAR at Infineon Raceway. Belts are not allowed in use two years after date of … Read More
League president Brian Barnhart said next year's schedule will have several changes, including a Saturday night race at Homestead, Fla., March 24. A new race at Iowa Speedway will be … Read More
(GMM) Heikki Kovalainen is certain to line up as a rookie on the grand prix grid next year — in a Red Bull. That is the assertion of Spain's 'AS' … Read More
With the merger between Champ Car and IRL underway (see related article on Hot News page) on Saturday in Cleveland we quizzed Firestone/Bridgestone motorsport boss Al Speyer which brand, Firestone … Read More
