Formula One News — October 2018

<p>FIA technical official Nikolas Tombazis has admitted the 2019 rule changes will not 'fix' formula one.

F1's plans to tweak the qualifying system for 2019 appear to have failed for now.

Cyril Abiteboul thinks F1 should think seriously about slashing the weight of the cars.

Cyril Abiteboul has hit back at rival team boss Toto Wolff over the plight of French driver Esteban Ocon.

Max Verstappen's father says the young Dutchman is now thinking more during F1 races.

Ferrari may have lost its power advantage after the FIA further clamped down on the questionable performance of its power unit.

Organisers of the French grand prix are seeking a contract extension.

One Russian driver's chances of making his F1 debut next year have taken a hit.

Hankook appears determined to become F1's next tyre supplier.

Ferrari could be set to lose its team boss.

F1 is edging closer to installing a new qualifying format for 2019.

Charles Leclerc will give Sebastian Vettel a run for his money at Ferrari next year.

Alain Prost says Renault is struggling because its focus is now firmly on 2019.

Max Verstappen has backed Red Bull's decision to resurrect the career of axed Russian Daniil Kvyat.

A famous victim of team orders, Felipe Massa has nonetheless backed Mercedes' decision to rob Valtteri Bottas of victory in Russia.

Mick Schumacher should not be rushed into formula one.

Lewis Hamilton has questioned Ferrari's decision to axe Kimi Raikkonen.

Otmar Szafnauer has backed fellow team boss Toto Wolff amid the team orders controversy of Sochi.

Williams' driver lineup for next year is not set in stone.

Toro Rosso has ruled Stoffel Vandoorne out of the running for a 2019 seat.