22 MAY 2013

Button not committing to McLaren's Honda era

Jenson Button on Wednesday refused to commit to McLaren for the beginning of the Honda era in 2015.

Raikkonen admits two options for 2014 seat

Kimi Raikkonen has admitted he is weighing up two offers to remain in formula one beyond 2013.

Renault engine deal for Toro Rosso to be announced

Toro Rosso's anticipated switch from Ferrari to Renault power for 2014 and beyond will be announced imminently, the German magazine Sport Bild reports.

Whitmarsh happy with Perez and Button

McLaren is not looking to change its driver lineup, team boss Martin Whitmarsh said this week.

Wolff trusts Pirelli's fairness

Toto Wolff says he trusts Pirelli to act fairly to all formula one teams.

Bianchi feels pressure to push Marussia forward

Jules Bianchi thinks it is possible Marussia is on the verge of breaking into F1's midfield.

Brawn will find a way to work with successor Lowe

Ross Brawn has hinted that Mercedes has just appointed his successor.

21 MAY 2013

Vettel urges F1 to rethink tyre recipe

World champion Sebastian Vettel has called on Pirelli to consider a fundamentally different approach to its role as F1 tyre supplier.

Whitmarsh denies Honda factor in Lowe release

McLaren on Tuesday played down reports linking its new Honda engine deal with Paddy Lowe's early release to Mercedes.

Hulkenberg leaves door open for Ferrari future

Nico Hulkenberg has left open the possibility of a future tie-in with Ferrari.

Honda seeking English base for F1 project

Honda is looking for an English base for its new formula one foray with its great former partner McLaren.

Valencia wants lower fee for F1 return

Valencia is hoping to negotiate a new fee and then agree to annually alternate a spot on the formula one calendar with Spanish grand prix host Barcelona.

20 MAY 2013

Paddy Lowe to join Mercedes early

It was announced today that former McLaren Technical Director Paddy Lowe will join Mercedes on June 3rd.

Pirelli's Canada changes now under cloud

Pirelli's planned changes to its controversial tyres for Canada and beyond are now under a dark cloud.

Ecclestone tips BMW for F1 comeback, Toyota says no

Bernie Ecclestone thinks German carmaker BMW might follow Honda back into formula one.

Bahrain stance triggered F1 doctor's exit

Gary Hartstein, F1's former doctor, claims his stance about the controversial Bahrain grand prix led to his departure.

F1 owner CVC votes to keep Ecclestone in charge

F1's owners have voted to keep Bernie Ecclestone at the helm of the sport, despite reports German prosecutors have decided to charge him with bribery.

Losing McLaren as customer not ideal for Mercedes

Toto Wolff has admitted Mercedes is disappointed with long time partner McLaren's move to link up with works Honda engines in 2015.

Di Resta says Alonso deserves title

Paul di Resta has tipped Fernando Alonso to win this year's world championship.

17 MAY 2013

Ferrari joins Lotus in tyre tweak criticism

Ferrari has joined Lotus in criticising Pirelli's mid-season tyre tweak.

Can teams afford 2014 V6 engines?

Most formula one teams cannot afford to pay the prices quoted by engine manufacturers for next year's all-new turbo V6 engines.

McLaren plays down Mercedes IP fears for 2014

McLaren has played down suggestions Honda will unfairly benefit from the great British team's continuing collaboration with Mercedes next year.

Lauda hails Pirelli's tyre change

Niki Lauda has hailed Pirelli's move to alter the design of its 2013 tyres ahead of the Canadian grand prix next month and beyond.

No news on Ecclestone charges until June

It will be at least June before anything more is known about Bernie Ecclestone's bribery charges.

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You know how it is; people say it's a sign of age when the policemen appear younger. In this business, it's the same with racing drivers. Time was when I looked up to them as my seniors; then we were the same age; then it suddenly dawned I was old enough to be their father. Now, worst of all, I'm older than some of their Dads.

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