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Browning confirmed as Williams F1 reserve driver for 2026
Williams F1 Team have confirmed that Luke Browning will be their reserve driver for the 2026 ssason. Earlier this week they announced Victor Martins as their test and development driver. In April 2023, the 23-year-old joined the Williams Academy. It came just three months after James Vowles signed as team principal. Following championship glory in…

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 2 | Taupo | Practice | Wood sets the early pace amid mixed conditions and disruptions
Ryan Wood laid down a clear marker ahead of Round 2 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) by topping two of Friday’s three practice sessions at Taupo. In doing so, the mtec Motorsport driver underlined his intent to bounce back strongly after his premature exit from the final feature race at…

Red Bull duo gear up for 2026 F1 season with renewed motivation
The 2026 F1 season is officially underway as Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen, Isack Hadjar and Team Principal Laurent Mekies unveiled the team’s new challenger in Detriot, Michigan. With the championship entering a brand-new era of regulations, Red Bull and sister team VCARB became the first teams to reveal their liveries ahead of the 2026…

Racing Bulls reveal 2026 F1 car livery
Racing Bulls has unveiled its new 2026 car livery in Detroit, Michigan, paying homage to Ford Racing’s heritage and its new partnership. Red Bull and Racing Bulls to use their own power units Choosing to pay homage to Ford Racing’s heritage, the 2026 Racing Bulls livery reveal took place at the manufacturer’s home in Detroit,…

Red Bull unveil livery ahead of 2026 F1 season
Red Bull Racing’s livery reveal took place on January 15, 2026, ahead of the 2026 F1 season. The reveal took place in partnership with Ford Racing’s season launch in Detroit, Michigan, paying homage to the power unit supplier’s heritage. Red Bull partners with Ford for 2026 F1 campaign In 2023, Ford announced a long-term partnership with…

Boya ready for F2 2026 challenge with PREMA Racing
Mari Boya is preparing to take the next step in his single-seater career, moving up to FIA Formula 2 with PREMA Racing for the 2026 season. The Spaniard enjoyed a standout Formula 3 campaign, finishing third in the Drivers’ Championship to establish himself as one of the category’s leading talents. The Spaniard participated in post-season…

Pepper embarks on fresh chapter with BMW in 2026 with eyes on long-term future
Jordan Pepper has urged realism as he begins his BMW factory career, stressing that instant dominance remains unrealistic when switching manufacturers. While speaking to Sportscar365, the South African GT star made clear that adaptation, not expectation, defines his mindset as he steps into the BMW M4 GT3 EVO, noting that “it’s not like you hop…

Kyojo Cup champion Rio Shimono earns FR Japan promotion with Dr. Dry for 2026
Rio Shimono will step up to the Formula Regional (FR) Japanese Championship in 2026, joining Dr. Dry for her first campaign at regional single-seater level. The move follows a commanding title-winning season in the Kyojo Cup, where she established herself as one of the most successful drivers in the series’ history. At 25 years old,…

Jordyn Martin joins Fortec Motorsports for GB4 debut in 2026
Fortec Motorsports has confirmed that Jordyn Martin will join the team for the 2026 GB4 Championship, marking the American driver’s debut in single-seater racing at this level. The 15-year-old from South Florida steps into one of the UK’s most competitive junior formulas after a rapid and diverse motorsport rise. Fortec continues to invest in emerging…

FRME 2026: Everything you need to know
Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) enters a decisive new phase in 2026 as it adopts the Formula Regional Middle East Trophy (FRMET) identity. The change follows the FIA’s introduction of its Regional Trophy framework and marks a shift towards a shorter, more concentrated winter championship designed to balance sporting relevance with logistical flexibility. This guide…
