Some big news is coming
Rumors suggest that we will have some big news to report to you from Europe in the next several days. Because of the importance, AutoRacing1.com President Mark Cipolloni will make … Read More
Vintage F1 to team up with IRL at Infineon
We are hearing that attempts are being made to have a vintage F1 race held in conjunction with the IRL event at Infineon Raceway in 2005. It will be interesting … Read More
Jordan to get Toyota and Briscoe
UPDATE #5 According to Ian Phillips, the team's Director of Commercial Affairs, Jordan's search for an engine supplier is over as they're on the verge of concluding an engine deal … Read More
Danica Patrick to replace Kenny Brack
Kenny Brack won't be returning to the Rahal IRL team. Danica Patrick is scheduled to test at Phoenix next week for Rahal Letterman Racing. The funding is nearly in place … Read More
Sauber to lose Red Bull
It is thought that the Sauber team will lose its backing from Red Bull next year because Red Bull will put all their money behind the Jaguar team it is … Read More
Bernie might promote British GP himself
Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone could promote next year's British Grand Prix himself as part of a deal with teams to keep the race on the calendar. "It's a suggestion … Read More
Cheever to announce Carpentier and Toyota today
UPDATE This rumor is upgraded to 'fact' today. See Hot News story. 11/11/04 Rumor has it that Eddie Cheever will announce this afternoon that former Champ Car driver Patrick Carpentier … Read More
PKV to test three drivers
UPDATE A reader writes, Dear AutoRacing1.com, Why isn't PKV testing Michael Valiante? He is from British Colombia like Greg Moore and he is bloody quick. Ranger is from Quebec and, … Read More
Formula 1 qualifying to change again?
In Brazil the Formula 1 teams got together and agreed to accept a new qualifying plan which had been dreamed up by Bernie Ecclestone, Max Mosley and Jean Todt over … Read More
HVM could become 3-car team
While Gigante remains undecided, Mexico City was the last race for the Herdez Group as a major sponsor in the Champ Car series after more than a decade. The pullout … Read More
Earnhardt crew chief to be penalized
UPDATE Tony Eury Sr., crew chief for the #8 Chevrolet of driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., was fined $2,500 for violating Section 12-4-A (Actions detrimental to stock car racing) and 12-4-Q … Read More
NASCAR to approve hard liquor sponsorship
UPDATE #2 After conducting an extended review of its sponsorship policies and researching trends in consumer attitudes, NASCAR announced that distilled spirits products are now a new category for sponsorship … Read More
Kalkhoven Cosworth deal key to Jaguar future
This week's Autosport Magazine reports Champ Car series co-owner Kevin Kalkhoven is due to be announced as the new owner of Cosworth Racing early next week. Multimillionaire businessman Kalkhoven plans … Read More
Champ Car could institute cost saving measures
A reader asks, It's clear Champ Car needs more manufacturers involved in the series, but how can they do that without letting costs get out of control again. Dave Westfield, … Read More
One tire supplier instead of V8s for F1
UPDATE This rumor is downgraded to 'false' today. Plans for a 'control tire' situation in Formula One have been shelved until at least 2006, Minardi owner Paul Stoddart revealed in … Read More
BRDC to ‘consider’ new deal
(GMM — Nov.10) The British Racing Drivers' Club is waiting for Bernie Ecclestone's new proposal for a 2005 grand prix at Silverstone. The 74-year-old impresario said he would be 'shattered' … Read More
2005 Bahrain race set for ‘sell out’
(GMM — Nov.10) Bahrain's second grand prix is heading for a sell-out, according to race organizers. The circuit's business development manager, Rayan Kazerooni, said more than twice the number of … Read More
Champ Car eyes 3 of 4 races
UPDATE A reader adds, Regarding your comment that Champ Car is eyeing a venue in the Middle East – I would highly recommend the new Dubai circuit. It looks like … Read More
Kumho and Midland
(GMM — Nov.10) Korean tire brand Kumho might team up with new Formula One team 'Midland F1' in 2006, the rumor mill is whispering. Both current F1 suppliers, Bridgestone and … Read More
John Deere or Harrah’s to sponsor Gordon
UPDATE #2 Robby Gordon, who is leaving Richard Childress Racing to start his own Nextel Cup team, said this weekend that Harrah's Entertainment will sponsor his car next season. "Harrah's … Read More
Ganassi trying to steal Hunter-Reay from Champ Car
First Chip Ganassi moved his entire team to the IRL and left Champ Car worse off for it. Then he stole Darren Manning from Champ Car for 2004. Next Toyota … Read More
Jourdain Jr. to drive NASCAR Busch
Rumor has it that Mexican Champ Car driver Michel Jourdain Jr. will drive in next year's inaugural NASCAR Busch series race in Mexico City. It will probably be a one-race … Read More
Forsythe could run 3 or 4 cars in 2005
“We’re looking at the opportunity to run a couple of young Czech drivers," said Gerald Forsythe, “and we’re also going to test David Martinez (age 21) who won the Cupa … Read More
Ford dragging their heels on sale to Red Bull
Red Bull have confirmed putting in an offer to buy Jaguar Racing but say the F1 team's owners Ford are dragging their heels. According to the Austrian energy drink company … Read More
Many Champ Car seats up for grabs in 2005
This SPEED TV article says, A year ago in Mexico City the hot topic of conversation was the survival/future of CART and the Champ Car World Series. This year, with … Read More