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Rodin Motorsport unveils Alex Ninovic, Reza Seewooruthun and Maxim Rehm for 2026 FRME Trophy
Rodin Motorsport has confirmed a strong three-driver line-up for the 2026 FRME Trophy, naming Alex Ninovic, Reza Seewooruthun and Maxim Rehm for the winter campaign. The announcement underlines the team’s ambition for the series, as it combines proven championship-winning form, regional experience and emerging talent. Alex Ninovic arrives as reigning GB3 champion Alex Ninovic leads…
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Sergio Pérez: Max Verstappen “incredibly talented”, but claims his character is a “significant issue” behind the wheel
In a recently published episode of Oso Trava’s CRACKS Podcast, Sergio Pérez reflected upon his tenure at Red Bull and commented on former teammate Max Verstappen’s talent while calling the 4-time F1 World Champion’s character an issue. Pérez partnered with Max Verstappen at Red Bull from the beginning of the 2021 F1 season until the…
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Nissan returns to 2026 Mexico City E-Prix seeking repeat victory
The Nissan Formula E Team arrives at the first Formula E race of 2026, carrying the momentum of last season’s memorable triumph at the Mexico City E-Prix. The Japanese squad will look to recreate Oliver Rowland’s stunning victory from Season 11, when he claimed the top step of the podium from fourth on the grid….
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Trevor LaTourrette joins HMD Motorsports with TJ Speed for 2026 CTFROT
Skip Barber Formula 4 racer Trevor LaTourette has secured a last-minute seat for the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT). LaTourette will race with HMD Motorsports by TJ Speed, joining the 2026 CTFROT grid just days before the championship begins in New Zealand. The four-round series opens this weekend at Hampton Downs Motorsport…
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Toyota introduces TR010 HYBRID as it targets 2026 WEC crown
Toyota has unveiled the car and identity it will use to pursue the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) crown in 2026, signalling a new chapter for the most successful manufacturer in the series’ history. The Japanese marque introduced the updated TR010 HYBRID Hypercar alongside a striking visual redesign and a rebranded team name ahead of…
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Lambiase to stay on as Verstappen’s Red Bull race engineer for F1 2026 season
Gianpiero Lambiase will stay on as Max Verstappen’s race engineer at Red Bull Racing for the 2026 F1 season, continuing one of the sport’s most successful driver-engineer partnerships. In December, speculation emerged regarding Lambiase making a possible move to a rival British-based team—most notably Aston Martin—where he was reportedly a candidate for a senior strategic…
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Aston Martin expects “exciting results” from expanded LMGT3 effort in 2026 WEC
Aston Martin is preparing for the Vantage’s 14th consecutive campaign in the FIA World Endurance Championship, as the British manufacturer looks to build on another competitive season in the series. The Aston Martin programme will once again be run by long-time partner The Heart of Racing, which will expand to a two-car LMGT3 operation in…
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Gasly reflects on a F1 season of progress behind the scenes at Alpine
Pierre Gasly ended a challenging season together with the Alpine F1 Team with a sense of clarity rather than frustration. While results often told a difficult story on Sundays, the year turned out to be an important one behind the scenes for Gasly and Alpine. Progress was not always visible on the timing screens, but…
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Mahindra Formula E announces Hughes as Reserve and Simulator Driver
Mahindra Racing has just announced the latest addition to their full Formula E lineup for the 2025-2026 season, with the signing of former McLaren and Maserati talent Jake Hughes. An experienced driver to team up with Maini The British driver brings on his significant motorsport experience, ranging from Formula 1 to the feeder series. Hughes’s…
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Formula E 2026 Mexico City E-Prix preview
Formula E returns to Mexico this weekend for the Hankook Mexico City E-Prix, celebrating the championship’s 150th race at one of its most demanding and fastest tracks. A track that makes champions Since joining Formula E in Season 2, the special Autódromo Hermanos Rodríquez will now make its tenth appearance on the calendar. The 2.605km…