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Where a British hopeful is targeting improvement ahead of a first F1 test

My deal to compete in the FIA Formula 3 Championship with Hitech this year came together very late on and, to be honest, I didn’t expect to be doing it. It finally happened just a couple of weeks before the first race in Bahrain. We were the last driver signed…

Autosport · Oct 23, 2023

Alonso back to old-spec Aston Martin for pitlane start in F1 US GP

Aston Martin introduced a hefty upgrade for this weekend’s race at the Circuit of the Americas, but its weekend was derailed after it suffered brake problems in first practice that left it on the back foot. Alonso and team-mate Lance Stroll were knocked out in Q1 and, with the car…

Autosport · Oct 22, 2023

NIO 333 rebrands as ERT for 2024 Formula E season

The Silverstone-based team has existed in various guises since the all-electric championship's formation, with NIO's involvement dating back to the inaugural 2014-15 season.

Autosport · Oct 20, 2023

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Aston Martin not a sitting duck against McLaren in F1 standings

Aston Martin started off the season strongly with six podiums for Fernando Alonso in the first seven grands prix, but rival teams have since caught up with the Silverstone squad.

Autosport · Oct 19, 2023

New Aston Martin GT3 car breaks cover

The evolution version of the Vantage GT3 under development ahead of a release to customers in time for the 2024 season was photographed for the first time during general testing at Silverstone this week.

Autosport · Oct 12, 2023

Aston Martin admits it must turn around trend of F1 season

The Silverstone-based outfit began 2023 as Red Bull’s main challenger, with Fernando Alonso rolling off five podium finishes from the first six races. He also had a shot at winning the Monaco Grand Prix.

Autosport · Oct 2, 2023

Aston Martin: 2026 gearbox “a golden opportunity” for F1 to cut costs

After using customer units from McLaren and latterly Mercedes since its early Force India days in 2009, the Silverstone outfit is currently ramping its own transmission department ahead of 2026, when its new relationship with Honda obliges the team to create a bespoke gearbox.

Autosport · Sep 29, 2023

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Grand Prix Trust launches £100,000 next generation engineering bursary

The latest initiative from the Grand Prix Trust has been launched in conjunction with the Silverstone-based National College for Motorsport and Silverstone University Technical College.

Autosport · Sep 27, 2023

BTCC Silverstone: Hill bats off Vauxhalls for free practice honours

One of four drivers in contention for the title, Hill set the fastest time in the early-morning session aboard his West Surrey Racing BMW 330e M Sport.

Autosport · Sep 23, 2023

Thompson back as Huff seeks BTCC 2024 ride

Thompson takes over the entry occupied at Knockhill last month by Rob Huff and will see out the season this weekend at Silverstone and next month at Brands Hatch.

Autosport · Sep 19, 2023

FIA plans more aggressive F1 wheel cover solution for next spray test

A first trial of an idea at Silverstone in July did not yield the results hoped for, with the wheel-fairings used only reducing the spray thrown up by a small amount.

Motorsport · Sep 13, 2023

Alonso promised more aero efficient 2024 Aston Martin F1 car

The Silverstone-based team concedes that this year's car has been weak in that area, which is why it endured such a difficult weekend at Monza.

Motorsport · Sep 12, 2023

Aston Martin promises that 2024 F1 car will have more efficient aero

The Silverstone-based team concedes that this year’s car has been weak in that area, which is why it endured such a difficult weekend at Monza.

Autosport · Sep 12, 2023

How Jonny Edgar overcame Crohn's disease to get back on track

Last season in the FIA Formula 3 Championship I had to deal with a loss of energy, feeling unwell, and I was losing lots of weight too. I managed OK in pre-season testing but, during the opening race weekend in Bahrain, I struggled. I had no strength to drive, and…

Motorsport · Sep 2, 2023

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Autosport · Sep 2, 2023

The rising star getting back on track

Autosport · Aug 25, 2023

Mercedes, Aston Martin reveal latest F1 upgrades ahead of Dutch GP

Aston Martin trails Mercedes by 51 points as the campaign resumes in Zandvoort after the summer break, with the Silverstone squad having experienced a dip in form since Canada.

Autosport · Aug 24, 2023

10 key elements to watch at the Silverstone Festival

This year is a special one for Silverstone. The Northamptonshire circuit is celebrating 75 years since motorsport was first hosted at the old airfield and this weekend's Silverstone Festival event is set to be a great way to mark the occasion.

Motorsport · Aug 14, 2023

Aston Martin still has budget left to keep developing 2023 F1 car

The Silverstone-based squad started the year as Red Bull's main challenger but has since had to face an increased threat from Mercedes, Ferrari and McLaren which have all made good gains during the campaign.

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Autosport · Aug 6, 2023

Espargaro near-crash set up last-lap Silverstone MotoGP thriller with Bagnaia

The Aprilia rider pipped championship leader Bagnaia on the line by 0.215 seconds after an enthralling last-lap battle on slick tyres as rain fell in parts of the Silverstone track.

Autosport · Aug 6, 2023

MotoGP British GP: Full Moto2 and Moto3 race results

A frantic 15-lap Moto3 contest kicked of Sunday’s race action at Silverstone, with Aspar’s David Alonso coming from last on the grid to take a sensational maiden victory.

The Times of India · Aug 6, 2023

Aleix Espargaro wins British MotoGP, Francesco Bagnaia second

In a thrilling British MotoGP race at Silverstone on Sunday, Aleix Espargaro emerged victorious on the final lap, overtaking the reigning world champion Francesco Bagnaia. It was a nail-biting finish that left fans on the edge of their seats.

Autosport · Aug 5, 2023

Alex Marquez reveals “bastard” reaction to British MotoGP sprint win from Marc

The Gresini rider went from third on the grid in the damp 10-lap sprint at Silverstone on Saturday to claim his first MotoGP victory after fending off a late charge from poleman Marco Bezzecchi.

Motorsport · Aug 5, 2023

Quartararo admits Japanese MotoGP bikes’ pace embarrassing their riders

Having qualified last, Yamaha rider Quartararo could do no better than 21st in the 10-lap sprint on Saturday at Silverstone.

Autosport · Aug 5, 2023

Quartararo admits Japanese MotoGP bikes’ pace embarrassing its riders

Having qualified last, Yamaha rider Quartararo could do no better than 21st in the 10-lap sprint on Saturday at Silverstone.

The Times of India · Aug 5, 2023

Alex Marquez triumphs in British MotoGP sprint race at Silverstone

Alex Marquez emerged victorious in a thrilling British MotoGP sprint race at Silverstone, holding off a late charge from Marco Bezzecchi to claim the top spot. The race, marked by atrocious weather conditions, provided an exhilarating spectacle for fans as Marquez displayed exceptional skill and determination.

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