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Mohammed Ben Sulayem is pushing a proposal to remove FIA presidential term limits, a move that could allow him to remain in power beyond the current 12-year maximum. The proposal will be discussed and voted on during next month’s FIA General Assembly. #F1
May 27, 2026 at 10:49 PM
Max Verstappen just dropped one of the strongest statements of his Formula 1 career.
The four time world champion says the current direction of the 2027 regulations could push him away from the sport completely if nothing changes.
“ It’s just mentally not doable for me to stay like this. ” #F1
May 23, 2026 at 11:47 PM
Max Verstappen has strongly hinted that Formula 1’s planned 2027 engine changes could influence how long he stays in the sport. #F1
May 21, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Pierre Gasly has warned Formula 1 teams that the 2026 cars could become extremely difficult to handle in wet conditions after recent Pirelli rain testing at Magny Cours and Silverstone. #F1
May 21, 2026 at 8:44 PM
Timo Glock says Max Verstappen revived German motorsport attention after Nürburgring’s historic sold out weekend, bringing global focus back to the Nordschleife through his passion for racing beyond Formula 1. #F1
May 19, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Fred Vasseur believes Ferrari was unfairly punished after making a risky technical choice for 2026. Ferrari deliberately sacrificed engine power by using a smaller turbo to achieve stronger race starts, following the FIA’s original message that teams had to adapt themselves to the new reg.. #F1
May 19, 2026 at 10:24 AM
Gunther Steiner has made his position very clear about Max Verstappen’s future. #F1
May 16, 2026 at 10:37 AM
George Russell’s old comments have resurfaced at the worst possible moment.
With Kimi Antonelli now carrying Mercedes’ momentum in 2026, the discussion is no longer about what Russell could’ve achieved in another era… but what he still has to prove today. #F1
May 16, 2026 at 10:18 AM
Red Bull locks out the front row at the Nürburgring 24 Hours while Verstappen Racing secures a strong second row start.

The top 4 are separated by less than one second on the Nordschleife. #Nurburgring24h #Nurburgring #Nordschleife #24hNBR #GT3 #MaxVerstappen
May 15, 2026 at 1:35 PM
Do you think Leclerc will eventually win the title with Ferrari?
Charles Leclerc becomes Ferrari’s second most capped driver in F1 history, but his only obsession remains bringing the title back to Maranello. #F1
May 9, 2026 at 11:28 PM
Ford admits frustration after Verstappen chose a Mercedes-AMG GT3 instead of a Mustang GT3 for Nürburgring.
#F1
May 9, 2026 at 11:27 PM
FIA approves new 2026 engine support measures after Honda’s difficult start.
- Engine budget cap raised up to $11M
- Extra one-off $8M development allowance
- Test bench time increased from 190h to 230h
- More flexibility through the ADUO catch-up system #F1
May 8, 2026 at 7:46 PM
The Final Bet
Here’s the conversation no one expected to see
#F1
May 4, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Move targets lower costs, reduced complexity and lighter cars with minimal hybridisation. #F1
May 3, 2026 at 11:51 AM
V8 discussed, but cost vs tech divide emerges. Ferrari open if budgets drop, Audi stays committed to current hybrid direction. Who’s right? #F1
May 2, 2026 at 11:26 AM
Mekies elevates Lambiase’s McLaren move, as Red Bull accepts loss but focuses on internal strength.
#F1
May 1, 2026 at 8:13 PM
Marko backs Verstappen despite Red Bull struggles
#F1
May 1, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Hamilton could benefit from a key factor this weekend in Miami. The weather could reshuffle the order. #F1
May 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Mercedes vulnerable in Miami, says Antonelli, as McLaren and Ferrari arrive with major offensive upgrade packages. #F1
May 1, 2026 at 10:57 AM
Today, we remember Ayrton Senna, gone at 34, but forever a legend. A three-time world champion, his passion, talent, and legacy still define Formula 1. Never forgotten. #F1
May 1, 2026 at 12:38 AM
Different interests at play, some are already competitive and want no changes, others push for more ICE, some back electric, others say 2027 is too soon.
No majority, no major changes. #F1
April 29, 2026 at 9:03 AM
The “98% rule” forced drivers to keep full throttle to save energy. Even a tiny lift reset the system, triggering excessive energy use. This drained the battery at the wrong moment, leaving drivers without power on straights. It cost performance, notably hurting Leclerc in China #F1
April 28, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Copying isn’t cheating. It’s #F1
April 27, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Jenson Button firmly defended George Russell, insisting the Mercedes driver remains unfazed by teammate Kimi Antonelli’s current momentum after back to back wins at the start of the 2026 #F1 season.
April 27, 2026 at 7:05 PM
FIA DRAWS THE LINE #F1
April 27, 2026 at 6:56 PM