The Latest Breaking News from Autosport

Russell: Data shows software calibration behind recent F1 struggles, not driving style

Finding issue in Belgian GP data 'a load off my mind', says George Russell

Autosport · Jul 23

Mercedes identifies Russell's F1 power unit software issue

Mercedes has identified the source of the issues George Russell experienced between Silverstone and Spa in his Formula 1 power unit's control software, but the definitive test of the fix will only come at Monza, Autosport has learned

Autosport · Jul 23

Aston Martin's Hungarian GP upgrade is big – but not as big as F1 insiders expected it to be

Anticipation and speculation has been feverish ahead of the big reveal at the Hungaroring – but there's a reason Aston Martin is managing expectations carefully

Autosport · Jul 23

Was the WRC’s new 50-hour format a success?

Last weekend’s Rally Estonia debuted a condensed format that could provide a blueprint for future World Rally Championship events

Autosport · Jul 23

What Alonso needs from Aston Martin and F1 as career decision looms

Watching Alonso toil at the back of the grid is a tough watch, but clinging on to hopes of a vastly improved car and 2027 F1 regulations, the Spaniard is still figuring out if he's ready to walk away just yet

Autosport · Jul 22

F1 drivers raise concerns over 'self-learning' power units – what's going on?

At Spa, Piastri concluded that F1 grids in 2026 are partly being decided by 'computers behaving or misbehaving'. But what is behind those remarks, and is there a solution in sight?

Autosport · Jul 22

What is holding back Bagnaia in MotoGP 2026?

Technical problems and persistent rear grip struggles have hampered Bagnaia’s 2026 campaign so far

Autosport · Jul 22

Why the 2026 F1 cars suit Antonelli's driving style more than Russell

Antonelli has impressed with his speed and consistency, taking control of the championship. His speed is down to his talent and a driving style that allows him to adapt to the demands of the 2026 cars by going on the attack

Autosport · Jul 22

Hamilton takes "full responsibility" for disappointing Belgian GP

Ferrari could have challenged for victory with both cars at F1's recent visit to Spa-Francorchamps, reckons Lewis Hamilton

Autosport · Jul 22

McLaren to finally trial 'Macarena-style' rear wing in Hungarian GP practice

McLaren has confirmed it will test its version of the upside-down rear wing at F1's Hungarian Grand Prix alongside its latest round of car upgrades

Autosport · Jul 21