Formula One News — August 2017

AUGUST 14, 2017

Bottas the perfect driver says Rosberg

Valtteri Bottas might be close to being "the perfect driver".

Drivers unhappy with extra Halo weight

While most focus on the aesthetics, it is another feature of the controversial 'Halo' system that might actually have a more significant impact on F1.

AUGUST 11, 2017

Rosberg physio backs Kubica comeback

Yet another respected figure in the F1 paddock has backed Robert Kubica's return to F1.

Massa recovers from Hungary illness

Felipe Massa looks to be on track for his return to action after the August break.

AUGUST 10, 2017

Rosberg tips Mercedes to beat Ferrari

Nico Rosberg is not sure Ferrari has the ability to stay ahead of Mercedes in 2017.

Honda wants to pass Renault in 2017

Honda is aiming to leave behind the dubious honour of being F1's least powerful engine supplier by the end of the season.

McLaren set for Indycar return in future

McLaren may not be heading back to Indycar this year, but the future is another matter entirely.

Leclerc would be useful for Sauber

Rumours the Swiss team Sauber could become a junior platform for Ferrari are gaining strength.

AUGUST 9, 2017

F1 at crossroads over future engine says Horner

The swarms of carmakers flocking to Formula E is a chance for F1 to think about going back to the future with its next engine.

Legal issues forced Halo introduction

Mercedes backed the FIA into a corner over the issue of cockpit protection in F1.

Domenicali enjoying F1's open 2017 season

Former Ferrari boss Stefano Domenicali has admitted he is crossing his fingers the Maranello marque can end its decade-long title drought this year.

Kubica had no problem with 2017 car says engineer

A Renault engineer has raised expectations Robert Kubica might indeed be heading back to F1.

Pundit defends Magnussen amid criticism

A leading F1 correspondent has backed Kevin Magnussen amid criticism of the Haas driver's racing style.

Kvyat can't take Toro Rosso seat for granted says Petrov

Daniil Kvyat cannot take his place in formula one for granted.

McLaren denies Alonso to skip Singapore

McLaren executive Zak Brown has slammed suggestions Fernando Alonso may miss another grand prix this year.

No rush to add more American races says Carey

Chase Carey says he will not rush to set up a second race in the United States.

AUGUST 8, 2017

Porsche not denying future F1 foray

Porsche is not denying that a "high efficiency engine" already under development could become the basis of a F1 project.

McLaren wants to keep Vandoorne, Alonso

McLaren has confirmed claims it intends to line up with an unchanged driver lineup for 2018.

New F1 engine to be better says Carey

New F1 CEO Chase Carey has revealed that a new engine, cost cuts, and fairer income distribution should lead to better racing in the future.

Stroll joins F1 silly season

Lance Stroll could be a surprise protagonist in this year's F1 'silly season'.

AUGUST 7, 2017

Vettel wants one-year Ferrari extension

Sebastian Vettel's future might not be as clear as recent media reports suggest.

2018 contract not news to me says Magnussen

Kevin Magnussen says he was not surprised when Haas announced recently that it is keeping the same driver lineup for 2018.

Bottas has no plan B for 2018

Valtteri Bottas has admitted he does not have a 'plan B' in the event Mercedes does not re-sign him for 2018.

Engine boost helps McLaren relationship says Honda

Honda is hoping better performance from its F1 engine will calm the troubled waters between the Japanese manufacturer and McLaren.