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McLaren has shelved plans to trial its innovative new rear wing concept in Austria, pushing the introduction back until at least the Belgian Grand Prix. The team had intended to run the Ferrari-inspired rotating rear wing on Lando Norris’ car during practice at the Red Bull Ring for the Austrian Grand Prix weekend. However, McLaren

The FIA has confirmed it will conduct a review following concerns raised by Red Bull over the way a key ADUO upgrades decision was reached. The additional development and upgrade opportunities system, known as ADUO, was introduced by the FIA at the start of 2026 to assist struggling power unit manufacturers following the sweeping regulations

Mercedes arrived at the Canadian Grand Prix earlier this season with its first major upgrade package, which included revisions to the front wing and floor of the W17. Among the most eye-catching elements were several additions to the upper section of the diffuser, featuring spike-like serrated profiles stretching across more than half of its width.

Reports from Italian media suggest Mercedes are poised to announce a contract extension for George Russell ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix weekend. Italian publication Corriere della Sera claims that an option to extend Russell’s deal by a further year has been accepted by both parties, with a formal announcement reportedly imminent. Russell signed a

Formula 1’s engine catch-up mechanism, known as ADUO, has become one of the most politically charged subjects in the paddock, despite its results not yet being officially published by the FIA. All manufacturers were informed of the initial ADUO results during the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, meaning everyone in the paddock already knows where they

Sport marketer Chris Woerts and television personality Johan Derksen have revealed that TT Circuit Assen has applied for the permits needed to host Formula 1. Woerts has argued that the Drenthe-based track is far better equipped for a grand prix event than Zandvoort, which sits in the North Holland dunes. TT Circuit Assen currently holds

Formula 1 teams have the right to appeal steward decisions, but doing so requires presenting new evidence that has not previously been considered by officials. The rule has pushed teams to explore every possible avenue in their search for creative, clever, and sometimes surprising material to support their cases. With McLaren and Red Bull preparing

The FIA has confirmed a series of regulatory changes following a recent World Motor Sport Council meeting, with several taking effect straight away. Among the most significant decisions approved is the confirmation of planned shifts in the balance between internal combustion engines and batteries for 2027 and 2028. F1 teams had initially reached an agreement

Laurent Mekies has publicly challenged critics to examine the on-track battles between Red Bull and Racing Bulls this season as proof the teams do not cooperate. The Racing Bulls team principal made the comments after the Barcelona Grand Prix, where the topic of common ownership was raised despite no obvious incident prompting the discussion. “Look,

The 2026 Austrian Grand Prix is set to create fresh technical headaches for Formula 1 teams as the unique characteristics of the Red Bull Ring combine with the new regulations. The eighth round of the 2026 season takes place at the Red Bull Ring, nestled in the Styrian Mountains of Austria at approximately 2,297 feet