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AUGUST 20, 2026

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Wolff open to abandoning current engine formula

Toto Wolff says Mercedes' current advantage under Formula 1's new power unit regulations does not mean he wants the concept to remain long-term.

Best for Verstappen to stay at Red Bull says Marko

Dr Helmut Marko believes Max Verstappen and Red Bull should continue together and says the team's recent progress gives him confidence.

Sainz stays as pressure grows on Vowles

Carlos Sainz has finally committed to Williams for 2027, but the announcement does little to ease growing scrutiny of team principal James Vowles amid a disappointing season under the all-new regulations.

AUGUST 19, 2026

Hadjar likely out of Dutch GP with wrist injury

Isack Hadjar is expected to miss this weekend's Dutch GP after suffering a wrist injury, with Liam Lawson poised for an unexpected return to Red Bull.

Albon stays as Sainz decision nears

Williams has secured Alex Albon on a new deal, even as attention increasingly turns to whether Carlos Sainz will also commit beyond 2026.

FIA clears Macarena wing after safety review

FIA has decided not to ban Formula 1's controversial rotating rear wing concept after completing a detailed safety review.

Honda targets F1's best engine by 2028

Honda believes it can close much of the gap to Mercedes next season and have Formula 1's strongest engine by 2028 at the latest.

Ukraine appeals FIA decision over Russia

Ukraine's automobile federation has formally appealed the FIA's decision to restore Russian and Belarusian flags, anthems and national symbols in international motorsport.

Madrid F1 circuit finally taking shape

The new Madrid Formula 1 circuit is finally beginning to look race-ready, easing months of uncertainty over whether the ambitious Madring project would be completed in time for next month's Spanish GP.

F1 revenue plunges as 23-race season now assumed

Formula 1's revenues have taken a significant hit from the disrupted 2026 calendar, even as the sport insists its controversial new era is attracting more fans and talks over a long-awaited African race accelerate.

AUGUST 18, 2026

Vowles eyes Le Mans, but only to win

James Vowles says he could eventually race at Le Mans, but only after preparing seriously enough to fight for victory.

Antonelli tops driver ranking, Stroll dead last

Championship leader Kimi Antonelli has topped Auto Motor und Sport's mid-season driver ranking, while Lance Stroll was rated the weakest of Formula 1's 22 drivers.

Mercedes shelves Macarena wing for 2026

Mercedes is expected to introduce another wave of upgrades after the summer break, but Auto Motor und Sport reports that the increasingly popular 'Macarena' rear wing will not be among them.

Cadillac insists Perez staying despite Williams rumours

Cadillac insists Sergio Perez will remain with the team in 2027 despite growing speculation linking the Mexican with Williams.

Sainz reportedly rejects Williams offer

Carlos Sainz has reportedly rejected Williams' latest contract offer as uncertainty grows over his 2027 future.

Ferrari brings new floor to Zandvoort, 'ADUO2' for Monza

Ferrari will emerge from the summer break with another major development push, beginning with a new floor at Zandvoort before its anticipated 'ADUO2' engine upgrade arrives at Monza.

AUGUST 17, 2026

Zandvoort farewell may only sink in later says Lammers

Jan Lammers says the real significance of Formula 1's final Dutch GP at Zandvoort may only become clear years after this weekend's farewell.

FIA lifts Russia restrictions, flags and anthems return

The FIA has controversially lifted almost all remaining restrictions on Russian and Belarusian participation in international motorsport, restoring national flags, anthems and full federation rights.

Tsolov set for Imola F1 test

Formula 2 championship leader Nikola Tsolov is set to test a Racing Bulls Formula 1 car at Imola later this month as speculation grows about a possible 2027 promotion.

F1 Academy graduates warn of dead end

Former Ferrari-backed F1 Academy driver Maya Weug has become the latest female racer to question what happens after the heavily promoted all-women series.

Cadillac suddenly axes Lowdon, Budkowski takes over

Cadillac has stunned Formula 1 by abruptly removing Graeme Lowdon as team principal during the summer break and replacing him with former Alpine boss Marcin Budkowski.

AUGUST 14, 2026

Cadillac replaces team principal

Cadillac has dismissed Graeme Lowdon as its Formula 1 team principal and appointed former Alpine executive director Marcin Budkowski as his replacement, changing leadership midway through the American team's debut season.

Manufacturers have their own agendas

It’s obvious most OEM’s now involved in Formula 1 believed, five or six years ago, they were just one decade or so from completely dropping combustion engines in favor of full electrical motors for their road cars.