F1 Austrian Grand Prix

Bernie Ecclestone, former Formula 1 chief, told the press at the Austrian Grand Prix that the series is set to adopt a larger, cheaper engine for its next rule cycle, with a V8, V10 or V12 on the table for 2031. FIA pushes for louder, cheaper power units FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has urged the governing body to […]

Juan Pablo Montoya cautioned Fernando Alonso that abandoning Aston Martin could lock the 44‑year‑old into a future full of regret, as the team’s ground‑breaking resources remain untapped. Montoya’s candid counsel on a delayed delivery During a pre‑race episode on F1 TV ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, the former champion highlighted Alonso’s anxious start to the […]

Paul Monaghan’s exit from Red Bull Racing firmed into a confirmed move to the newly formed Cadillac Formula 1 team, signalling a striking shift in the paddock’s talent chain. Career that spanned two decades After earning a master’s in mechanical engineering, Monaghan cut his teeth at McLaren in 1990 as a data engineer, providing crucial support […]

Mercedes chief Toto Wolff has ruled out any Max Verstappen arrival at the Silver Arrows for 2027 by committing to George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. Verstappen speculation dies after contract expiry The Dutchman, whose Red Bull contract runs until 2028, faced exit clauses that may have permitted a switch, but after those dates lapsed he publicly […]

George Russell edged past teammate Kimi Antonelli in final practice of the Austrian GP, keeping Mercedes competitive at the Red Bull Ring. Stirring Final Practice The final session began under a stifling Styrian heat, with temperatures climbing beyond 30 °C. Lando Norris launched the session, setting a 1m07.832 lap that was the first benchmark for the […]

Ferrari’s latest engine upgrade, slated for the Austrian Grand Prix under the new ADUO system, promises improvements but not the instant performance leap the team had hoped for. ADUO Explained From 2026 Formula 1 will introduce Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities to limit power‑unit gaps. Every quarter, the FIA will rank the five different engines; the […]

Former Formula 1 champion Juan Pablo Montoya has urged Mercedes to accelerate its upgrade cycle before the Austrian Grand Prix. Montoya’s Upgrade Call Speaking on F1 TV’s Weekend Warm‑up show, Montoya warned that the Brackley outfit must introduce higher‑frequency improvements or risk trail‑behind the mid‑season development race. He noted that Mercedes “has been comfortable delivering an upgrade at Canada […]

Formula 1 is set to unveil a 2031 engine that could lower car weight to under 700 kg by reintroducing in‑race refuelling and streamlining the power unit. The Weight‑Crunch Debate The FIA’s new engine dossier prioritises a dramatic reduction in mass. With smaller fuel tanks and lighter batteries, each car could shed more than 50 kg from the […]

Kimi Antonelli leads the field into the Austrian Grand Prix, setting the bar after a flawless day of practice on the short Red Bull Ring. Heat‑Triggered Racing Conditions The track’s march toward the 2026 forecast expects a heat hazard, and teams must adjust rapidly to rising surface temperatures that could alter tyre performance and endurance. […]

Cadillac’s ambitious 10‑upgrade rollout fizzled into a technical nightmare at the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix, causing both Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas to abandon the session. Cadillac’s 10‑Upgrade Package Colder Than Expected The American outfit returned to Spielberg with a hefty performance calibration, featuring new bodywork, floor, diffuser, and rear wing – a mid-season overhaul […]