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ICYMI: Audi Enters Formula 1

From 2026, Audi will compete in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship with a specially developed power unit. The project will be based at Audi Sport’s facility in Neuburg near Ingolstadt.

By Justin Cornelison | August 30, 2022

cota, Spec MX-5

Spec MX-5 Challenge Series Crowns 2022 Champion after Thriller at COTA

The Circuit of the Americas was the location to crown the Champion of the 2022 Spec MX-5 Challenge Series Presented by Toyo Tires – a race weekend which had no shortage of stories to showcase

By Justin Cornelison | September 19, 2022

Formula 1

Will Colton Herta be America’s Next F1 Driver?

Colton Herta is rumored to be on the verge of signing a contract with Red Bull Racing for an F1 seat at sister team, Alpha Tauri. According to multiple reports, Herta poised to take the seat being vacated by Pierre Gasly.

By Justin Cornelison | September 06, 2022

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Spec MX-5 Challenge Reveals 2023 Schedule

The regular season will begin March 25, 2023 and run through September, culminating with a National Championship event later in the year (date & location to be announced).

By Justin Cornelison | December 08, 2022

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Sweeney & Jones Earn Mazda Club Factory Drives in Spec MX-5 Challenge

Both Reid Sweeney & Chase Jones won the coveted 2022 Mazda Motorsports Spec MX-5 Challenge Shootout

By Justin Cornelison | December 08, 2022

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Official: America’s NEXT F1 Driver!

Well, it’s finally official – Logan Sargeant will drive full-time for Williams F1 next season in Formula 1!

By Justin Cornelison | November 21, 2022

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F1 Launch Party – Las Vegas

Formula 1 took over the streets of Las Vegas during the weekend, celebrating the launch of the race to be held next November as the penultimate round for next year’s 2023 season.

By Justin Cornelison | November 07, 2022

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Ferrari Unveils 499P WEC Hypercar

Ferrari has officially launched their return to Le Mans, and the rest of the FIA World Endurance Championship with their 499P Hypercar.

By Justin Cornelison | October 31, 2022

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Red Bull Officially Penalized for Cost Cap Breach

After a few agonizing weeks, the FIA has finally announced the penalty for Red Bull after it was found they breached the cost cap in 2021 – and we don’t think it’s enough.

By Justin Cornelison | October 28, 2022

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Logan Sargeant – America’s Next F1 Driver (Almost)

Sargeant needs to run 2 more FP1 sessions this season, and finish 6th position or better in the F2 standings to reach the minimum 40 points on his Super License.

By Justin Cornelison | October 24, 2022

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Could We See F1, IndyCar, and MotoGP on One COTA Ticket?

As the main support series for F1 in the United States, this has created a void in this weekend’s schedule, which will see only historic race cars “racing” to fill in the gaps when F1 isn’t on track.

By Justin Cornelison | October 17, 2022

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Verstappen World Champion, Red Bull & FIA Under the Spotlight

Max Verstappen was crowned the 2022 FIA Formula 1 World Champion early Sunday morning after another a confusing FIA decision – the second time in as many years.

By Justin Cornelison | October 10, 2022

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FIA Prolongs Cost Cap Saga

The FIA has announced a timeline that indicates this will not take place until next Monday (October 10), stating “the analysis of financial submissions is a long and complex process that is ongoing”.

By Justin Cornelison | October 05, 2022

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Formula 1 Budget Drama

The final teams are believed to have now submitted their accounts for 2021 and the FIA is understood to be aware of two breaches. Red Bull and Aston Martin have been named in the paddock as the two teams although this has not been officially confirmed.

By Justin Cornelison | October 03, 2022

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Lamborghini Teases LMDh Prototype

Last week, Lamborghini released the first technical specifications of its LMDh prototype project, which is due to race in both FIA World Endurance Championship & the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship from 2024.

By Justin Cornelison | September 26, 2022

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Formula 1 Announces 2023 Schedule

Formula 1 announced the provisional schedule for the 2023 season today. A record 24 races are set to be run on 5 continents, with Bahrain once again kicking of the season next March. The now traditional Abu Dhabi race will be the season-ender at the end of November.

By Justin Cornelison | September 20, 2022

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Spec MX-5 Challenge Series Crowns 2022 Champion after Thriller at COTA

The Circuit of the Americas was the location to crown the Champion of the 2022 Spec MX-5 Challenge Series Presented by Toyo Tires – a race weekend which had no shortage of stories to showcase

By Justin Cornelison | September 19, 2022

News , Racing

Will Power Wins Second IndyCar Championship at Laguna Seca

Sticking with the steady and unspectacular methods he used all season, Will Power clinched his second NTT IndyCar Series championship with a third-place finish Sunday at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.

By Justin Cornelison | September 12, 2022

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Will Colton Herta be America’s Next F1 Driver?

By Justin Cornelison | September 06, 2022

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It’s Official: Oscar Piastri Signs with Mclaren

Oscar Piastri is officially a McLaren F1 driver. After all the contract drama with Alpine heading into the summer break, a four-person Contract Recognition Board unanimously ruled in McLaren and Oscar Piastri’s favor. Soon after, McLaren confirmed Piastri on a multi-year deal.

By Justin Cornelison | September 06, 2022

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ICYMI: Audi Enters Formula 1

From 2026, Audi will compete in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship with a specially developed power unit. The project will be based at Audi Sport’s facility in Neuburg near Ingolstadt.

By Justin Cornelison | August 30, 2022

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Bubba Wallace Claims First NASCAR Pole, But Falls Short on Sunday

Bubba Wallace secured his first pole position in his NASCAR Cup Series Career on Saturday at Michigan International Speedway, being the only driver to eclipse the 190mph barrier. The pole was also the first for his team, 23XI Racing, since they starting running last season.

By Justin Cornelison | August 08, 2022

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