Formula One News — July 2014

JULY 11, 2014

Ungar joins Caterham, Marmorini exits Ferrari

As half-time approaches in 2014, changes abound in the world of F1.

Fric removal will not change much says Lauda

Niki Lauda has played down the effect the removal of the complex 'Fric' system will have on F1's dominant team.

Sainz jr confirms Caterham talks

Carlos Sainz jr has admitted talks about making his grand prix debut for Caterham this year have taken place in recent days.

Honda to work with Mercedes-linked company for F1 turbo

Honda will make its return to F1 next year with the help of a Mercedes-linked company, it has emerged.

Maldonado eyes major power boost for Germany

Pastor Maldonado is looking forward to a major power boost at Hockenheim next weekend.

JULY 10, 2014

Mercedes to remove Fric for Hockenheim

Mercedes will remove the complex 'Fric' system from its dominant F1 car ahead of next weekend's German grand prix.

CVC's Mackenzie backs Ecclestone in court

F1 owner CVC's chief Donald Mackenzie on Wednesday gave Bernie Ecclestone a boost.

Vettel not sure Red Bull can catch Mercedes for 2015

World champion Sebastian Vettel is not sure Red Bull can catch up with Mercedes by 2015.

Ramirez slams Perez for wrong attitude

Jo Ramirez, McLaren's former long-time team manager, has slammed fellow Mexican Sergio Perez.

Sainz debut at Hockenheim possible?

Talks about Carlos Sainz jr immediately replacing a Caterham driver for the German grand prix and beyond took place at Silverstone last weekend.

Ferrari seat not the plan for 2015 says Bianchi

Jules Bianchi staked a claim on a Ferrari race seat on Wednesday, setting the pace at the post-British grand prix Silverstone test.

Dominant Mercedes to lose extreme Fric advantage

Lewis Hamilton left Silverstone without making a single comment to the media after testing on Wednesday.

Mercedes has duty to let drivers race says Patrick Head

Patrick Head has applauded Mercedes for letting its drivers race in 2014.

Hockenheim ticket discount offer backfires

A marketing gimmick has backfired ahead of next weekend's German grand prix.

JULY 9, 2014

Rosberg hits back at Hamilton's German attack

Nico Rosberg has hit back at his teammate Lewis Hamilton, after the Briton said next weekend's German grand prix is "not really his home race".

No home win target for Vettel in 2014

Sebastian Vettel is targeting a podium finish at his home race next weekend.

Mercedes advantages set to end

If the latest developments are any indication, Mercedes' dominance might not last for too long.

Ecclestone's bribery trial extended

Bernie Ecclestone's Munich trial has been extended.

Whiting slams Lauda for race delay criticism

F1 race director Charlie Whiting has hit back at Niki Lauda, after the Mercedes team chairman slammed as "ridiculous" the delayed British grand prix.

Wife says Schumacher moving forward in rehab

Corinna Schumacher has delivered an encouraging message about the progress of her injured husband.

JULY 8, 2014

Germany not Rosberg's home race says Hamilton

Right back in the championship hunt after a home win at Silverstone, Lewis Hamilton has also ramped up his off-track battle with teammate Nico Rosberg.

Button not worried about critical Dennis

Jenson Button is still confident he will be a McLaren driver in 2015.

Kolles flags job losses amid Caterham mess

Jobs will be lost after Caterham's change of ownership, new team 'advisor' Colin Kolles has admitted.