Formula One News — October 2015

OCTOBER 21, 2015

Jos thinks son Max is the new Boss

As an F1 driver, he was affectionately known as Jos 'The Boss' Verstappen.

OCTOBER 20, 2015

Ecclestone could sue Red Bull over F1 exit

Red Bull's rivals, and even F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone, have admitted their sympathy for the former champions is low amid the engine supply crisis.

Montoya opposed to covering cockpits

Juan Pablo Montoya says he is opposed to the idea of covering the cockpits of open-wheel racing cars.

Engine manufacturers 'not interested' in reducing costs - Todt

The only real problem with today's engine regulations is the cost, according to FIA president Jean Todt.

Ecclestone, Mosley want Cosworth back in F1

The German broadcaster ZDF has published a joint interview involving F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone and his old sparring partner Max Mosley.

'Good timing' powered Hamilton titles - Montoya

Lewis Hamilton's looming back-to-back title triumph is more about "timing" than driving brilliance.

Extra exhausts will improve F1 sound - Cowell

Mercedes' engine chief is confident changes to the regulations will turn up the volume for 2016.

Europe still 'assessing' F1 teams' complaint

The risk of an investigation into F1's structure by the European Commission is still hanging over the sport.

OCTOBER 19, 2015

Rosberg says he's fighting Hamilton, not Vettel

According to some, Lewis Hamilton has now established himself as clearly the de-facto 'number 1' at Mercedes.

Verstappen leaves options open amid Red Bull crisis

An 18-year-old rookie is clearly the hottest property on F1's driver market.

Report names Lauda as candidate to replace Ecclestone

Niki Lauda, the F1 legend and current Mercedes team chairman, has emerged as a leading candidate to replace Bernie Ecclestone.

Ecclestone defends opinions after pro-Putin interview

Bernie Ecclestone has defended airing his "opinions" in a controversial interview with Russian state-funded television RT.

Renault delay adds compromises to 2016 car

Leading Lotus engineer Alan Permane has admitted every passing day risks adding "compromises" to the design of next year's car.

Marko hopes for Red Bull crisis solution in Austin

Dr Helmut Marko is hoping a solution to Red Bull's engine crisis is just around the corner.

Todt willing to help solve Red Bull crisis

Jean Todt has not ruled out getting involved to help keep Red Bull in formula one.

Saxo Bank, Magnussen linked with Lotus for 2016

A Dutch bank's departing chief is not sure Saxo Bank is going to continue as a sponsor of the Lotus team beyond 2015.

Merhi not hitting back at Alonso's aeroplane jibe

Roberto Merhi has refused to criticise countryman Fernando Alonso for mocking the British backmarker Manor.

Manor seat could be too expensive for Wehrlein

Toto Wolff has repeated his warning that there is no guarantee Pascal Wehrlein will make his F1 debut with Manor next year.

OCTOBER 16, 2015

Ferrari vows to veto engine cost cap plans

Ferrari has signaled its intention to veto any moves to cap the cost of engines in formula one.

Magnussen and McLaren confirm split

Kevin Magnussen and McLaren-Honda on Friday confirmed reports in the Danish media that the two sides have split.

Wehrlein to meet Wolff to discuss F1 future

Two important meetings that will determine Pascal Wehrlein's future in formula one are now looming.

Magnussen and McLaren to split?

Kevin Magnussen is splitting with McLaren, two Danish publications report.

F1 to allow in-season engine development in 2016

F1's struggling engine manufacturers will be able to deploy performance upgrade 'tokens' during the 2016 season.

Raikkonen not ruling out staying beyond 2016

Kimi Raikkonen has not ruled out extending his stay in formula one even beyond the end of 2016.