Pit Debrief

Jin Nakamura explains the differences between driving in FRECA to F3 ahead of his 2026 season in FIA Formula 3.

“I’m looking forward to it”: Nakamura on his 2026 rookie season in F3 with Hitech

Shania Wallage1 month ago1 month ago04 mins

Jin Nakamura heads into the 2026 FIA F3 season with significant momentum after an impressive campaign in the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT), and having previous experience in Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA). During a recent virtual media session attended by Pit Debrief, the Japanese driver reflected on the lessons gained…

As PREMA enters 2026, following the departure of the Rosin family, its F2 drivers insist the team’s competitive focus remains unchanged.

PREMA drivers embrace new era after Rosin Family departure ahead of 2026 F2 season

Chiara Martin1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

As PREMA Racing enters a new chapter in 2026, following the departure of the Rosin family, its Formula 2 (F2) drivers insist the team’s competitive focus remains unchanged. Speaking to the media, including Pit Debrief, Sebastián Montoya and Mari Boya addressed the transition during pre-season preparations and made it clear that, while leadership structures may…

GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS confirms full 2026 grids, featuring 59 Endurance Cup entries and a record 45-car Sprint Cup field.

GTWC Europe confirms full grids for 2026 season

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

GT World Challenge (GTWC) powered by AWS has completed final preparations for the 2026 season, with stacked grids and a line-up of world-renowned manufacturers confirmed ahead of the opening round in Europe at Circuit Paul Ricard on 11–12 April. Notably, the championship will feature a full-capacity 59-car field in the Endurance Cup, while the Sprint…

Alex Bobadilla joins Crosslink Motorsports for the 2026 FR Americas (FRAC) season after finishing third in the F4 NACAM Championship.

Alex Bobadilla steps up to FRAC with Crosslink Motorsports for 2026

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago02 mins

Crosslink Motorsports has announced that Alex Bobadilla will join the team for the upcoming 2026 Formula Regional Americas Championship (FRAC) season. As a result, the young driver steps up to Formula Regional competition following an impressive full-season campaign in the F4 NACAM Championship. Notably, Bobadilla secured third place overall in the championship standings, consistently delivering…

Alexandros Kattoulas returns to Fortec Motorsports for a full 2026 GB3 Championship campaign after a race-winning season in GB4.

Kattoulas commits to full 2026 GB3 campaign with Fortec

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

Fortec Motorsports has confirmed that Alexandros Kattoulas will return to the team in 2026 as he embarks on a full campaign in the GB3 Championship. Therefore, the Japanese/Greek racer rejoins the squad after building momentum across the past two seasons and now steps up for a complete year in one of Britain’s leading single-seater categories….

Pirelli, F1, Mario Isola, Dario Marrafuschi

Pirelli names Marrafuschi to replace Isola as new F1 head

Darshan Chokhani1 month ago1 month ago02 mins

Pirelli Motorsport announced the departure of Mario Isola from the company, with Dario Marrafuschi named as his F1 replacement. Isola joined Pirelli in 1996 and has been heading the Italian tyre manufacturer’s programme in F1 for nearly the last 10 years. In this period, he has been a key figure in the paddock. Ahead of…

Kessel Racing, Century Motorsport and Walkenhorst reveal early 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe plans ahead of the official entry list.

Kessel Racing, Century Motorsport, Walkenhorst Motorsport and Steller Motorsport reveal early 2026 GTWC Europe plans

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS teams have continued to unveil their 2026 programmes ahead of the official entry list announcement later on Thursday. As anticipation builds, several leading squads have confirmed driver line-ups and class changes across both Sprint and Endurance competition. Kessel Racing targets Bronze Cup defence in 2026 GTWC Europe;…

Etihad Airways will become an Official Partner of McLaren Racing in both F1 and WEC for 2026 season and beyond

McLaren announce Etihad Airways as an official partner in F1 and WEC from 2026 season

Senjuti Jash1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

McLaren Racing announced on Thursday that Etihad will become an official partner from the 2026 season onwards. This multi-year agreement covers not only the McLaren Mastercard F1 Team but also the McLaren United Autosports WEC Hypercar Team. The national airline of the UAE will support McLaren operationally as they compete across multiple motorsport categories worldwide….

F1, Cadillac, Valtteri Bottas, Sergio Perez, Formula 1

Cadillac expects slow start to F1 2026 despite good car balance

Darshan Chokhani1 month ago1 month ago04 mins

Cadillac pair of Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Pérez feel in good shape for F1 2026 in terms of balance, but they expect slow start as they get things together. While Cadillac got a good amount of laps under their belt across the testing, they are still clubbed together with Aston Martin to be at the…

Doriane Pin claimed the title victory in the 2025 F1 Academy season with a standout year. See her highlights here.

2025 F1 Academy Season Review: Doriane Pin

Shania Wallage1 month ago2 months ago04 mins

The 2025 F1 Academy season saw Doriane Pin cement her place as one of motorsport’s rising stars. Driving for PREMA Racing under the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS umbrella, the French driver claimed the F1 Academy Drivers’ Championship, showcasing consistency, speed, and tactical brilliance across a fiercely competitive calendar. A strong start After losing out on the Championship…