Lewis Hamilton, a seven-time Formula 1 world champion, has expressed his patient approach as he awaits a more competitive car from Mercedes. Since his last victory at the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Hamilton has faced a winless streak, marked by his closely contested loss to Max Verstappen in the championship that year. Max Verstappen continued his success by securing a second world title in 2022 and maintaining...
A name familiar to any driver on the Indian streets, a manufacturer known for reliability and efficiency: Mahindra has definitely made a name for itself. It has carved out its niche in the Indian markets and has since marched on to competitive motorsports. Today, this vision and passion have made Mahindra Racing the only Indian manufacturer in Formula E. While Mahindra may not have the biggest name in...
Formula E has emerged as its own racing series, with neck-and-neck racing, ever-changing strategies and ingenious technological elements. Today we look at all the technological elements of the sport that make it unique. Energy Management Why is it needed? Unlike other racing formats, Formula E does not have pitstops, and all teams use the same tyre. Thus, the difference between winning and losing often lies in the...
As the anticipation for the F1 2023 season builds, motorsport enthusiasts are also keeping a close eye on the feeder series, where an impressive lineup of young talents is poised to make their mark. Every aspiring racer dream of reaching the pinnacle of motorsport – Formula 1 – but only a select few manage to accomplish this daunting feat. However, the current crop of junior drivers showcases an...
In a stunning display of skill and determination, Max Verstappen showcased his dominance yet again at the 2023 F1 Belgian Grand Prix. The Red Bull Racing driver secured his eighth successive victory with a commanding performance on the legendary Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. Starting from the sixth position on the grid, Verstappen immediately demonstrated his intentions to conquer the challenging track. As the lights went out, he swiftly...
At the Hankook London E-Prix Round 15 of the 2022/23 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, Jake Dennis delivered a phenomenal performance, securing a second-place finish. This result proved to be enough for him to claim the highly coveted 2022/23 ABB FIA Formula E World Drivers’ Championship title. Meanwhile, Mitch Evans of Jaguar TCS Racing took the checkered flag and emerged as the race winner. The Historic Triumph...
The Alpine Formula 1 team has been caught in a whirlwind of changes, with a significant exodus of senior employees, including the departure of team principal, Otmar Szafnauer. The shake-up also involves the exit of sporting director Alan Permane, while the Williams team principal, James Vowles, revealed that Alpine’s chief technical officer, Pat Fry, will be moving to Williams to take on the role of technical director. These...
In a groundbreaking achievement that has captured the world’s attention, the revolutionary Formula E electric race car, known as the GENBETA, has broken the indoor land speed world record, reaching an astonishing top speed of 218.71 km/h (135.9 mph) inside the ExCeL London events arena in the Docklands area. The official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title was securely clinched by the talented driver Jake Hughes of NEOM McLaren Formula...
In the annals of Formula 1 history, there are races that stand out as legendary, and the 1989 Japanese Grand Prix is undoubtedly one of them. Held at the iconic Suzuka circuit, this race was poised to be a battle for the ages between two McLaren titans – Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost. It was a showdown that would determine the destiny of the Formula 1 World Drivers...
Zooming through the history of Formula 1, we uncover the unsung hero that has powered the sport’s high-octane excitement since 1968 Aerodynamics! Yes, those sleek, futuristic-looking cars aren’t just for show; they are masterpieces of aerodynamic engineering, propelling drivers to break speed barriers and defy gravity like modern-day daredevils. From the days of leisurely laps at 70 mph in the 1950s to today’s jaw-dropping speeds that leave spectators...