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FIA issued technical directives before Imola GP, but did they have an effect?

In the week leading up to the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, the FIA clarified some aspects of the technical regulations through technical directives (TD) - which is a common procedure in itself. 

Autosport · May 20, 2025

Who is Albert Valera? The agent at the centre of the MotoGP rider market

Following the news that Jorge Martin intends to leave Aprilia at the end of the year, Albert Valera, the Spaniard’s agent, has become the name on everyone’s lips in the MotoGP paddock. But who is the man holding the keys to shake up the MotoGP rider market?

Autosport · May 19, 2025

You could win this Monaco F1 experience after a VIP client cancelled

Ever dreamed of watching F1 racing from a Superyacht? You could be the lucky F1 fan doing just that next week – after an unidentified millionaire handed over his private jet flight and place on a superyacht for an incredible VIP Prize Draw.

Autosport · May 17, 2025

Line draws up to sixth in Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings

Monoposto ace George Line is the highest-placed improver in the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings this week after scoring a hat-trick of wins at Anglesey.

Autosport · May 15, 2025

Why Martin vs Aprilia conflict will have no easy resolution

As revealed by Autosport on Monday, Jorge Martin intends to end his Aprilia contract at the end of the 2025 MotoGP season, which has caused a stir in the paddock.

Autosport · May 14, 2025

Could Carlos Sainz Sr be blocked from standing for FIA presidential election?

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is alleged to be pushing through further changes to the statutes of motorsport’s governing body – which could prevent candidates from running against him.

Autosport · May 14, 2025

Vowles supports bid of Sainz Sr to become FIA president

Williams team principal James Vowles has backed any potential FIA presidential campaign from Carlos Sainz Sr, stating that the two-time World Rally champion would be a 'good fit'.

Autosport · May 13, 2025

Exclusive: Martin pushing to exit Aprilia contract early

Jorge Martin intends to leave Aprilia at the end of this season, invoking a clause in his contract that releases him from the second year in 2026 if he is not among the top riders in the world championship standings after the French Grand Prix, Autosport has learned.

Autosport · May 12, 2025

Harley-Davidson series to appear in MotoGP 2026 weekends

The promoters of the MotoGP World Championship have reached an agreement with Harley-Davidson to incorporate a one-make series into next season’s grand prix calendar, Autosport has learned.

Autosport · May 9, 2025

How F1 plans to avoid “misery and humiliation” in 2026 rules

When Formula 1 adopted turbocharged hybrid power units for the 2014 season, one manufacturer – Mercedes – had been ploughing resources into its project longer and more intensively than anyone else. The result was almost five seasons of total dominance while rivals struggled to catch up – and in the…

Autosport · May 9, 2025