Formula One News — October 2024
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Ralf considers whether Steiner held Haas back
Gunther Steiner's absence is not necessarily the reason for the drastic improvement made by the small American team Haas in 2024.
Recent F1 Commission started badly, says Mike Krack
Mike Krack has given the thumbs-up to the latest tweaks that have been made to Formula 1's all-new technical regulations for 2026.
Several African GP bids fighting for F1 race deal
Several projects on the continent appear to be in competition for a future African GP.
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Audi could snap up mature Colapinto for 2025 says Massa
Felipe Massa thinks Audi might snap up impressive Formula 1 rookie Franco Colapinto for 2025.
Alpine door open for Sainz in 2026 says Briatore
Flavio Briatore says he will keep the door open at Alpine for Carlos Sainz.
Audi F1 must operate like an independent team
Audi is setting up its involvement in Formula 1 so that the team in Hinwil retains independent decision-making control.
Many reasons for collapse of Alpine F1 dream says Ocon
Esteban Ocon insists he doesn't want to make "headlines" by offering his real opinion about Alpine's decline in Formula 1.
Alonso disagrees with Russell over Pirelli
Fernando Alonso has countered on-track rival George Russell's criticism of the current tyres in Formula 1.
Jos Verstappen comments didn't help in 2024 says Marko
Dr Helmut Marko is calling for unity amid a tumultuous period for Red Bull Racing.
Andretti exit could be linked with F1 political probe
Some fascinating moves are afoot in the worlds of Formula 1 and United States politics.
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Lawson, Tsunoda in head-to-head to replace Perez
The remainder of the 2024 season is shaping up as a head-to-head shootout to determine the identity of Max Verstappen's teammate for 2025.
Audi not spooked by Renault's F1 engine program axe
Audi insists it is not at all spooked by fellow manufacturer Renault's decision to scrap its 2026 works Formula 1 engine plan.
Dudot hopes Renault serious about future F1 return
Bernard Dudot, a name synonymous with Renault engines in Formula 1, hopes the French carmaker keeps the door open to a return to the category in the future.
Mateschitz death triggered Newey's Red Bull exit says Marko
The late 2022 death of Dietrich Mateschitz was the leading cause of Adrian Newey's decision to leave Red Bull.
Potential race hosts queuing up to join F1 calendar
Several potential hosts are champing at the bit to join Formula 1's bustling and coveted race calendar.
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Montoya backs Bottas to keep Audi-Sauber seat in 2025
Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya has spoken out in support Valtteri Bottas' quest to remain in the sport in 2025.
Suzuka prepares for future as Osaka eyes rival F1 bid
Japanese GP host Suzuka is sparing no effort in looking to safeguard the future of its Formula 1 race.
Renault F1 staff can depart without gardening leave
Renault will not block disaffected engine staff at Viry-Chatillon from immediately signing up with another Formula 1 team.
Ferrari short sighted to miss out on Newey
1992 world champion Nigel Mansell thinks Ferrari was "short sighted" to not chase Adrian Newey more stridently.
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Hamilton depression reveals key Verstappen difference
Lewis Hamilton's recent interview with the Sunday Times newspaper reveals a key difference between him and drivers like Max Verstappen.
Father has respect for Sainz turning down Audi
Carlos Sainz's famous father says he has "respect" for his son's decision to sign with Williams for 2025.
Renault don't need the money from Alpine team sale
Luca de Meo says Alpine needed a big change in Formula 1 because the brand had become "invisible".
Antonelli success in F1 not guaranteed says Marko
Dr Helmut Marko admits it is "not guaranteed" that Kimi Antonelli's clear potential will be converted into success at Mercedes.
Perez's Red Bull race seat still in danger
Sergio Perez's race seat at Red Bull could still be in danger.