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The FIA has reshuffled the penalties that can be applied to F1 drivers who swear or abuse officials over a grand prix weekend.

FIA: F1 drivers could receive grid drops or time penalties for “misconduct involving the abuse of officials”

Luke-John Buckle4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

The FIA has reshuffled the penalties that can be applied to F1 drivers who swear or abuse officials over a grand prix weekend. Fines for swearing have been significantly reduced, with the standard punishments being halved from €10,000 to a maximum of €5,000 for the majority of breaches. Other, more severe fines for repeat offenses have…

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem is looking to increase his power within the FIA

FIA President Ben Sulayem aims to increase power

Ewout Albrecht4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

It appears that current FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem is trying to extend his control over Formula 1’s governing body. According to a confidential document seen by the BBC, the Emirati has proposed some changes to the FIA statutes. The proposed changes are to be voted on during the next FIA General Assembly. They seem…

Carlos Sainz (ESP) poses for a portrait in Erfoud , Morocco on September 24, 2018 // Flavien Duhamel / Red Bull Content Pool // SI201809300257 // Usage for editorial use only //

Carlos Sainz Sr: FIA presidency run will be “out of passion and love” for the sport

Yi Xing Lim4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

In recent weeks, news of Carlos Sainz Sr’s possible run for the FIA presidency made waves in the motorsport world—and today, the 63 year-old confirmed it himself. Earlier this week the two-time World Rally Champion revealed he is “currently in the process of figuring out how much support I will get from the community of…

FIA holds crucial meeting on future direction of F1 power units in Bahrain

Magdalena Put5 months ago5 months ago04 mins

Formula 1 looks set to move forward with its 2026 regulations, following a pivotal FIA summit in Bahrain. The FIA convened a high-level meeting in Bahrain to discuss the 2026 regulations and the future direction of power units in the sport. Chaired by FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, the CEO of FOM Stefano Domenicali and…

Report: 2026 PU regulations to be dropped in favour of V10 F1 engines on sustainable fuel?

Ahmet-Kaan Cirakman5 months ago5 months ago07 mins

The stakeholders of Formula 1 have discussed the possibility of cancelling the new 2026 regulations entirely in favour of bringing the V10 engines on sustainable fuel and the sound of F1 back to life. Latest information suggests that this could already happen in 2028, with current regulations being extended by two more years. The last…

Motorsport UK Chair, David Richards CBE, expresses Motorsport UK’s position in regard to the global governance of the sport, and says legal action is a strong possibility against FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem.

Motorsport UK threatens legal action against FIA President

James O'Connor6 months ago6 months ago015 mins

Motorsport UK Chair, David Richards CBE, expresses Motorsport UK’s position in regard to the global governance of the sport, and says legal action is a strong possibility against FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem. The former BAR Honda team principal released a remarkable letter on Wednesday evening, outlining just how bad things have gotten with the…

Johnny Herbert opens up on “heavy handed” FIA following firing from F1 Stewards position

Ryan McGahey6 months ago6 months ago07 mins

Following the news in January that Johnny Herbert would no longer serve as a Formula 1 Steward for the 2025 season, the former race winner speaks out on the circumstances of his firing. Speaking out for the first time since the news of his firing, Johnny Herbert hit out at the FIA. Citing a conflict…

Mohammed Ben Sulayem has hinted at a possible removal of F1 radio messages.

Ben Sulayem suggests potential “shut down” of F1 radio messages

Ella Cleary7 months ago7 months ago06 mins

Formula 1 is no stranger to high-stakes drama, but recently, it’s the language used by drivers that’s been stirring up controversy — and the potential threat of an F1 radio ban by Mohammed Ben Sulayem He has voiced concerns about the rising use of foul language in these exchanges. This comes because they’re broadcast live…

Ben Sulayem on axing of Johnny Herbert as a steward: “There was a conflict of interest”

Rachel Stephens7 months ago7 months ago04 mins

Following the FIA’s announcement that Johnny Herbert will no longer be a steward at Grand Prix races ahead of the F1 2025 season, FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem addressed the “conflict of interest” that led to the former driver’s departure. Speaking to Spanish media MARCA, Sulayem noted that Herbert’s dual roles as a steward and…

Ben Sulayem: F1 race director role is “not about individuals”

Ryan McGahey7 months ago7 months ago06 mins

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem hits out at FIA criticism as he states racing must be able to continue without a race director. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem discusses bringing in new stewards to Formula 1. Speaking during the Stewards Summit in Madrid, Sulayem suggested Formula 1 is over reliant on the race director. As…