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Full statement: F1's decision to reject Andretti's entry bid for 2025

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F1 rejects Andretti entry for now, but door open for 2028

However, in a lengthy statement detailing why FOM did not feel Andretti justified a spot on the grid over the next few years, it was made clear that there was scope for it to grab the 11th slot from 2028.

Autosport

The factors at play in Formula E's overtaking conundrum

While “that was a better race than Mexico,” as someone told this writer, was probably subjectively true, it was hardly a ringing endorsement given the lack of action in the Diriyah E-Prix double-header last weekend.

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Andretti's plan to run an F1 team from four locations

The target remains a debut in 2025 with a customer Renault power unit, while it awaits a decision from FOM on its plans. The longer-term plan is to have a Cadillac V6 in the back of the car by 2028.

Motorsport

How a Fixed Index Annuity Can Manage Retirement Income Risks

Good retirement income planning involves adjusting to circumstances and evaluating innovative products. Consider an FIA to manage downside risk.

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Analysis: The big questions after the debut of the WRC’s new points system

The World Rally Championship’s new points system, that is complicated upon first glance, has divided opinion in the service park and among fans. Several drivers voiced their criticism of the revamp in the lead up to the rally, with the most common gripes being that it is too complicated and…

Autosport

Andretti still working towards 2025 F1 debut as tunnel model revealed

Andretti's bid was given the green light by the FIA on 2 October, but it has still not gone through the second stage of being approved by the F1 organisation and its CEO Stefano Domenicali.

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RB F1 team appoints ex-FIA man Goss, confirms Permane as racing director

The Anglo-Italian team announced three key hires on Monday afternoon as it goes through a significant revamp under incoming team principal Laurent Mekies.

Motorsport

Cause of Formula E battery failure still unknown to FIA and ERT

Sergio Sette Camara was unable to take the start in the Mexico City E-Prix season-opener earlier this month after an issue on the instillation lap meant his car came to a halt following a “very loud noise” and smoke.

Autosport

F1 in Madrid: What’s the track, why is it moving and more

F1 announced this week (23 January) that Madrid will host the Spanish GP from 2026, but why is the move happening and has the series visited Spain’s capital before?

Autosport

Australian GP chiefs bans F1 track invasion after 2023 problems

In the wake of the chaotic Albert Park race last season, which witnessed four red flags, race organisers were found guilty of breaching FIA security protocols when fans invaded the track while cars were still running.

Motorsport

F1's wheel rims made stronger to address loose tyre problems

Since 2022, BBS has been the standard supplier of wheel rims for all teams as the FIA sought to help bring down costs for competitors.

Autosport

Why M-Sport is in favour of the new WRC points system

This weekend will see the WRC debut its new points-scoring structure, ratified by the FIA, which is designed to spice up rallies and in particular the action on Sundays.

Autosport

Madrid lands Spanish GP from 2026 as Barcelona fights for F1 future

Madrid’s new deal means that the event leaves the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, which has been its home since 1991, with an uncertain future.

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The key details to look out for when F1 launch season begins

But while some of the design elements spotted in that period will be smoke and mirrors, and sometimes even just flat-out something not being run in 2024, we should get a pretty good idea of the main concepts that will be raced.

Autosport

Analysis: WRC teams weigh in on Rally2 replacing Rally1 debate

A Rally2-based alternative top tier, that has been dubbed as Rally2 Plus, is understood to be among a number of options on the table being discussed by the FIA’s new working group. Headed by FIA Deputy President Robert Reid, the 2001 World Rally Championship title-winning co-driver, and the 1981 WRC…

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Retirees: Worry Less About Markets, Long-Term Care and Taxes

Unexpected events can upset the best-laid retirement income plans. These 2024 retirement planning updates are designed to roll with the changes more easily.

Motorsport

A flame of "hope" from the world champion on the Dakar 2024

The Dakar Rally is a merciless race, and not even the world champions are spared from all the things and problems that happen day after day. One of them is Oriol Vidal, who co-drives Rokas Baciuska, with whom he is in fourth place in the overall standings in a category…

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FIA reveal F1 2024 full schedule including dates and race start times

The start times for the 2024 Formula 1 season have been revealed. The schedule for the record-breaking calendar has been confirmed, although fans will be left waiting for updates of the full sprint weekends and the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Motorsport

McLaren urges F1 action over ‘serious’ Red Bull/AlphaTauri concerns

As part of a push to improve the fortunes of the soon-to-be-renamed AlphaTauri squad, owner Red Bull has revamped its leadership and is making infrastructure changes.

Motorsport

Wolff: FIA needs stability amid "concerning" F1 departures

In recent weeks, sporting director Steve Nielsen and single-seater technical director Tim Goss have both left the FIA. Their departure comes after the exit of Deborah Mayer as head of the FIA Women in Motorsport Commission.

Autosport

The key updates in F2’s bold new design

As one chapter in Formula 2’s history closes, with the retirement of its 2018 car, another begins in 2024 with the introduction of its new model. The new Dallara-built F2 2024, which will be raced for at least the next three seasons, features the latest FIA safety innovations, and aspires…

Motorsport

Dakar disqualifies T3 leader for technical infringement

Energylandia driver Goczal had dominated the opening week of Dakar in T3 category, with his performances even earning him a place inside the overall top 10 after the 48-hour Stage 6 on Friday.

Autosport

Herta’s F1 chance “very time sensitive” besides Andretti shot

The FIA gave Andretti’s new project the official go-ahead in October, subject to the team agreeing commercial terms with the F1 organisation and its CEO Stefano Domenicali, which is still pending.

Motorsport

Why Steiner's departure is a big loss for Haas F1 team

In two years, all teams but Mercedes and Red Bull have changed their team principals. Steiner has joined Mattia Binotto, Jost Capito and Otmar Szafnauer (twice) on the list of those who were ousted in somewhat acrimonious circumstances, with director of engineering Ayao Komatsu taking over at Haas.

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