Formula One News — October 2013
OCTOBER 4, 2013
Heavy drivers push for F1 rule change
F1's heavier drivers are pushing hard for an increase in the mandatory minimum weight of the cars next year.
Toro Rosso an option for Massa
Toro Rosso could even be an option for Felipe Massa in 2014.
Lauda not convinced amid Red Bull cheat rumours
Niki Lauda did not sound convinced about the legality of Red Bull's car as rumours of illegal traction control echo around the Yeongam paddock.
Team switch would stop Vettel booing
Sebastian Vettel can stop the booing if he just proves his undoubted talent outside the dominant Red Bull cockpit.
Typhoon threat eases in Korea
The threat of catastrophic weather has eased in South Korea.
Bahrain to be twilight race in 2014
Floodlights have been installed at the venue of the Bahrain grand prix, McLaren team boss Martin Whitmarsh has revealed.
Sauber closing on 2014 Ferrari engine deal
Sauber is close to reaching a deal to stay with Ferrari power beyond this season.
Practice 2 Results
Korean GP - Practice 2 Results
Practice 1 Report - Air Force
Korean GP - Practice 1 Report
Practice 1 Results
Korean GP - Practice 1 Results
OCTOBER 3, 2013
Thursday Press Conference
Korean GP - Thursday Press Conference
Red Bull to further enhance traction system
Red Bull is perfecting a "system" that is mimicking the effects of banned traction control, Germany's Auto Motor und Sport reported on Thursday.
Sauber admits Barrichello an option for 2014
Monisha Kaltenborn on Thursday admitted Rubens Barrichello is in the running to return to F1 with Sauber in 2014.
No plans for single fuel supply tender
The FIA insists it has no plans to appoint a single supplier of fuel in formula one.
Rosberg says Vettel risks losing rival drivers respect
Nico Rosberg has admitted he took objection in Singapore when world champion Sebastian Vettel suggested his rivals are lazy.
FIA stops McLaren's Pirelli test in Austin
The FIA has scuppered McLaren's plans to test Pirelli tyres with a 2011 car at the US grand prix venue in Austin, it emerged on Thursday.
Amid cheat claims, Vettel proud of Red Bull system
There were two big talking points on Thursday as formula one gathered at the Yeongam circuit in South Korea.
Bianchi staying at Marussia in 2014
Jules Bianchi is staying at Marussia in 2014, the team announced on Thursday.
Perez, Slim admit Mexico race not guaranteed
Sergio Perez, and billionaire backer Carlos Slim Domit, have admitted Mexico's place on the 2014 calendar is not guaranteed.
Ward could stand aside for Bin Sulayem
David Ward has admitted he might give up his bid to become FIA president.
Massa denies being Ferrari number two
Felipe Massa has denied he ever signed a contract to be Ferrari's clear 'number 2' driver.
FIA backs Vettel amid cheat claims
The FIA has backed Sebastian Vettel amid claims he is strolling to the 2013 title with a questionably-legal Red Bull.
OCTOBER 2, 2013
Typhoon headed for Korea
Just as formula one sets up at the Yeongam circuit, a typhoon is headed for Korea.
Valsecchi ready if Raikkonen is not
Davide Valsecchi insists he is "ready" to make his formula one debut this weekend.