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Electrification will always be part of future F1 options, says FIA

The FIA has confirmed that hybrids will remain a key element of any future power unit regulations after holding exploratory talks in Bahrain.

Autosport

F1 manufacturers push back against V10, discuss 2026 convergence options

Formula 1 power unit manufacturers and the FIA have gathered for talks over future engine regulations and ways to avoid a repeat of Mercedes' 2014 dominance.

Motorsport

The year a scorching Bahrain Grand Prix smashed F1’s temperature record

BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX : F1 returns to Bahrain this weekend, two decades on from the sport’s red-hot spring showdown in the desert

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How the V10 debate has been triggered by frustration over F1's 2026 regs

“I wouldn’t be too vocal supporting the comeback of a V10 engine if I liked what I saw from 2026,” said Carlos Sainz during the pre-Bahrain Grand Prix press conference. As he did so, a palpable wrinkle of disdain passed across the bridge of his nose. Warming to his theme, he…

Motorsport

How discontent over F1’s 2026 tech rules has boosted V10 engine push

Autosport

Storm brewing? Will rivals McLaren be dragged into a technical row with Red Bull?

After video footage emerged online appearing to show McLaren’s rear wing flexing, Max Verstappen appeared to be more cautious with his comments

Motorsport

Robert Reid, deputy president for sport, becomes latest FIA executive to resign

Robert Reid, who has had disagreements with the FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, has resigned, saying ‘motorsport deserves leadership that is accountable’

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Carlos Sainz risks further FIA punishment with coarse reaction to Japan fine

The Spaniard was hit in the pocket after a late arrival at the Japanese Grand Prix.

The Independent UK

Why the FIA driver grading debate dominated the British GT 2025 opener

The 2025 British GT season wasn’t even a race old when complaints began roaming around the paddock during the Donington Park opener last weekend.

Autosport

Russell sympathises with Sainz’s “pretty expensive poo” at Japanese Grand Prix

George Russell has explained the bathroom-based pressures facing Formula 1 drivers ahead of a grand prix in the wake of Carlos Sainz being hit with a fine for missing the start of the national anthem at Suzuka.

Autosport

Shit happens - Russell defends tardy Sainz after controversial €20k fine

Motorsport

George Russell believes the FIA continues to head in unstable direction

Russell was reacting after Robert Reid resigned from his role as deputy president for sport at the FIA.

The Independent UK

Lewis Hamilton ‘excited’ as Ferrari upgrade looks to kick-start F1 season in Bahrain

Hamilton won the sprint race in China but has not finished in the top-six in a grand prix so far this year

The Independent UK

Russell: FIA's going in an ‘unstable direction’, refuses to listen to GPDA concerns

George Russell wasn’t surprised to learn that FIA deputy president for sport Robert Reid had resigned from Formula 1’s governing body on Thursday over a “breakdown of governance standards”.

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Former FIA CEO latest to speak out against leadership amid ongoing turmoil

The FIA has “serious ongoing structural challenges” and does not follow “professional processes” according to its former chief executive Natalie Robyn.

Motorsport

Former FIA CEO speaks out against leadership, fuelling Ben Sulayem row

The FIA has “serious ongoing structural challenges” and does not follow “professional processes” according to its former chief executive Natalie Robyn.

Motorsport

Ben Sulayem in the eye of the storm after latest key FIA resignation

With the resignation of the FIA deputy president Robert Reid, president Mohammed Ben Suleyam has lost his most senior management figure while criticism against his course of action has swelled to significant levels.

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Ben Sulayem in the eye of the storm after FIA deputy Reid's departure

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FIA executive Robert Reid resigns over ‘breakdown in standards’

The FIA’s deputy president for sport released a pointed statement on Thursday

Autosport

FIA deputy president resigns amid ongoing turmoil at the governing body

FIA deputy president for sport Robert Reid has announced he has resigned from the motor racing governing body with immediate effect, citing a "breakdown of governance standards".

Motorsport

FIA deputy president Reid resigns over "breakdown of governance standards"

FIA deputy president for sport Robert Reid has announced he has resigned from the motor racing governing body with immediate effect, citing a "breakdown of governance standards".

Motorsport

Ben Sulayem’s power play as F1’s future hangs on Concorde showdown in Bahrain

The FIA president is expected to face questions as to why F1’s governing body is yet to sign up to the crucial tri-party agreement on how the sport is run

Motorsport

Update: The FIA's "disappointing" response to Motorsport UK's legal threats

In early March, chairman David Richards wrote a letter to the members of Motorsport UK, addressing the FIA while taking aim at the organization's president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and his approach to governing F1 and the whole of its motorsport operations. Just a month later, the FIA finally posted a…

Motorsport

23XI and FRM file motion to probe F1's finances for NASCAR lawsuit

23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports have been busy over the last two weeks filing court motions to convince various sports leagues to comply with previously issued subpoenas for the teams' ongoing lawsuit against NASCAR. Among these was a motion filed in the US District Court of Colorado on April…

Motorsport

Green Grids: McLaren's F1 blueprint for eco-friendly cars

McLaren has collaborated with Deloitte and the FIA to produce a handbook aimed at improving sustainability practices in the design and build of Formula 1 cars.

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