Round-up: Formula E calendar; WRC, WEC changes adopted
The FIA WMSC approved the 2024/25 Formula E calendar, as it has also relayed some decisions relating to WRC and WEC changes.
Formula E -
World Council Members have validated the Sporting and Technical Regulations for...
Race of Champions will take place in Australia in March 2025
Race of Champions will move away from the winter schedule to take place in Australia (Sydney) in March of 2025, just around the F1 race in Melbourne.
Race Of Champions (ROC), TEG Sport and Venues...
Andretti explains decision to step back and hand over to Towriss
Michael Andretti in a letter to fans has explained his decision to step back from the operations of the team, leaving it to Daniel Towriss.
Last month, news broke out about Michael leaving the Andretti...
Video: Alonso speaks on multiple topics during his India visit
Fernando Alonso speaks on multiple topics relating to F1 and his title quest, as he adds on Triple Crown plus wanting to win Dakar Rally.
Post the Singapore GP weekend, Alonso flew down to Chennai...
Renault to create Hypertech Alpine at Viry; firm on F1 PU decision
Groupe Renault has decided the fate of its Viry-Chatillon base by creating Hypertech Alpine, as decision is firm on no F1 power unit work for 2026.
With the results not coming its way and increasing...
WRC: Rovanpera eases to Rally Chile win in Toyota 1-2
Kalle Rovanpera took the FIA WRC win in Rally Chile Bio Bio from teammate Elfyn Evans, with Ott Tanak rounding the podium.
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Ott Tänak has set the stage for a potential third consecutive...
Andretti ready to move away from operation of team under Towriss
Michael has moved away from the operational side of Andretti Global, after Daniel Towriss takeover of the company via Group 1001.
The news of Andretti relinquishing its bigger role at Andretti Global was first reported...
WRC: Neuville leads Hyundai 1-2-3 in Acropolis Rally win
Thierry Neuville extended his FIA WRC points lead after Acropolis Rally win in Hyundai 1-2-3 from Dani Sordo and Ott Tanak.
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Ott Tänak overtook a wounded Sébastien Ogier to lead EKO Acropolis Rally Greece...
Guenther confirmed at DS Penske; Neuville stays with Hyundai
Maximiliam Guenther is confirmed at DS Penske for 2025 Formula E season, as Thierry Neuville remains at Hyundai in WRC.
DS Penske -
DS PENSKE is thrilled to announce the return of Maximilian Günther to its...
WRC: Ogier wins Rally Finland after late dramas for his teammates
Sebastien Ogier took the FIA WRC Rally Finland win after late dramas to his teammates, which allowed Thierry Neuville and Adrien Fourmaux on the podium.
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Kalle Rovanperä held an 8.0sec Secto Rally Finland lead...
WRC releases 14-round WRC calendar for 2025 season
The FIA has released the calendar for 2025 WRC season with 14 rounds in all as four rallies feature on the current calendar that wasn't there in 2024.
All-new stops in Spain, Paraguay and Saudi...
WRC: Rovanpera dominates in Rally Lativia win leading Toyota 1-2
Kalle Rovanpera dominates in FIA WRC win in Tet Rally Latvia in Toyota 1-2 from Sebastien Buemi, as Ott Tanak ended up third.
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Kalle Rovanperä opened up a 15.7sec lead over local rising star Mārtiņš...
Extreme H has first on-the-venue run at Hydro X Prix weekend
Extreme H had its first on-the-venue running in Scotland, which is hosting Extreme E's Hydro X Prix, with Hedda Hosas in action.
Following the global launch of the world’s first hydrogen-powered motorsport series, Extreme H,...
Ford showcases Raptor T1+ for Dakar Rally at Goodwood
Ford Performance has revealed the Raptor T1+ at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the car which will be used to compete in Dakar Rally.
With its sights set on the grueling off-road Dakar Rally, Ford...
An incredible show in the finals at Franciacorta
Mixed weather conditions impacted the finals Sunday of round 3 of the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy, turning the finals into a real lottery.
The round 3 winners are: Zdenek Babicek (Mini MAX), Ties van...
WRC: Rovanpera dominates as super-sub to win Rally Poland
Kalle Rovanpera dominated proceedings as a super-sub to win FIA WRC Rally Poland, with Elfyn Evans in P2 and Adrien Fourmaux P3.
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Andreas Mikkelsen found himself leading an FIA World Rally Championship round for...
Extreme H unveils hydrogen-powered Pioneer 25 racing car
Extreme H has showcased its hydrogen-powered racing car - Pioneer 25 - as it begins preparations for its first season in 2025.
Extreme H, the groundbreaking new hydrogen racing series, today unveiled its pioneering centrepiece...
Ogier flies back after road incident; Sowery handed IndyCar debut
Sebastien Ogier has flied back home after road incident ahead of Rally Poland, as Toby Sowery handed IndyCar debut by DCR.
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Toyota: We are pleased to confirm that Kalle Rovanpera and Jonne Halttunen will...
FIA rejects Porsche’s Misano bid; Ogier involved in road incident
The FIA Court of Appeal has rejected Porsche's bid to overturn Misano result for Antonio Felix da Costa, while Sebastien Ogier is out of WRC Rally Poland.
Formula E -
Case ICA-2024-04: Appeal lodged on behalf...
WRC signs deal with Paraguay for 2025 slot on the calendar
The promoters of WRC have signed up a deal for Paraguay to join the 2025 calendar, with the approval of FIA WMSC now remaining.
Paraguay will become the 38th country to host a round of...
FIA stablises WRC regs for now; pushes road relevance in GT3
The FIA WMSC has approved stability in WRC regs for two more seasons before change in 2027, while it is also pushing for road relevant GT3 cars in future.
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Technical stability has been agreed...
Pajari gets Rally1 drive at Rally Latvia with WRC Promoter support
Sami Pajari is another to be handed Rally1 drive at Rally Latvia with WRC Promoter Support, driving for Toyota Gazoo.
In collaboration with WRC Promoter and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing, Sami Pajari will become the latest...
WRC: Tanak beats Ogier by 0.2s in Rally Italia Sardegna win
Ott Tanak beats Sebastien Ogier by 0.2s to win a dramatic FIA WRC Rally Italia Sardegna, as Dani Sordo makes it Hyundai 1-3 finish.
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Sébastien Ogier delivered a near-perfect performance to lead Hyundai Motorsport...
WRC to make Middle East return in 2025 with Rally Saudi Arabia
The FIA WRC is to make a return to Middle East with Rally Saudi Arabia in a long-term 10-year deal from 2025 season onward.
Today marks a historic moment as WRC Promoter officially announces a...
WRC: Ogier survives to win Rally de Portugal from Hyundai pair
Sebastien Ogier took the win in FIA WRC Rally de Portugal ahead of the Hyundai pair of Ott Tanak and Thierry Neuville.
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Kalle Rovanperä overcame a challenging Friday to lead a frenzied see-saw battle for...
Ford signs Sainz Sr and Roma to lead its Dakar Rally team
Ford Performance has signed Carlos Sainz Sr and Nani Roma to lead its Dakar Rally attack with the Raptor in 2025.
The first look at the 2025 Dakar Rally Ford Raptor contender is here, with...
M-Sport gives Sesks a Rally1 drive with support from WRC
M-Sport gives Martins Sesks a Ford Rally1 drive with support from WRC for the rallies in Poland and also in Latvia.
Mārtiņš Sesks and M-Sport Ford World Rally Team, with the support of the WRC...
WRC: Ogier benefits from Neuville/Evans hit to win Rally Croatia
Sebastien Ogier lucked into FIA WRC win in Rally Croatia after double disaster for two of rivals at the front, who dropped to second and third.
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The battle is well and truly raging at Croatia...
Kovalainen in recovery mode after open heart surgery
Former F1 driver Heikki Kovalainen is in recovery mode now after his open heart surgery, as he provides an update on his condition.
I was diagnosed with ascending aortic aneurysm at the end of last...
WRC: Rovanpera dominant in Safari Rally as Hyundai struggle
Kalle Rovanpera dominant in FIA WRC Safari Rally win from Takamoto Katsuta and Adrien Fourmaux, as Hyundai struggles in reliability.
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Kalle Rovanperä dominated Friday’s opening leg of Safari Rally Kenya to build a 56.9-second lead...
