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Summary Bridgestone will replace Hankook as Formula E’s exclusive tyre supplier from 2026/27. The Potenza Gen4 will be accompanied by a dedicated tyre for heavy rain. The Japanese manufacturer will also sponsor four rounds of the championship. Bridgestone and Formula E launched their tyre partnership in Rome on Wednesday, presenting the products that will accompany the championship’s move into the…

Fernando Alonso’s decision to continue racing for a 24th season in Formula 1 is an encouraging sign about Aston Martin’s potential next season, reckons eader Arthuer: I’m sure Alonso’s decision is in great part to what he knows and has seen about Aston’s plans for the rest of this year and the more so what’s coming next year. I’m pretty…

Formula E’s Bold New Look for the GEN4 Era: Embracing the Formula E Gen4 Identity Formula E has launched a striking new identity ahead of the GEN4 era of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, showcasing this fresh identity in its new visual elements. This rebranding reflects the motorsport’s dynamic evolution, featuring a refined and contemporary design that underscores…

Make us your preferred source on Google Australian mining and technology group takes over electric world championship team, with Jaguar power for its debut season The News An Australian-owned team will compete in the 2026/27 Formula E world championship following the purchase of the Penske Autosport Formula E operation by West Aussie billionaire Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest’s Fortescue. The Key Details…

On this day 25 years ago Mika Hakkinen scored his final Formula 1 win, at Indianapolis, despite a grid penalty for a pre-race pit lane infringement. Hakkinen was originally due to start from the front row alongside pole-winner Michael Schumacher. However the stewards deleted his fastest qualifying time after he drove through a red light at the pit lane exit…

The only Indian team in Formula E, Mahindra Racing on Tuesday announced that Edoardo Mortara and Nyck de Vries will continue to drive for the Banbury-based outfit in the 2026-27 World Championship season. Mahindra Racing retained Mortara (R) and de Vries for Gen4 era. (HT) Season 13 marks the beginning of a new era with the all-electric series entering its…

BRS working president KT Rama Rao Hyderabad: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has moved a local court seeking to impound the passports of BRS working president KT Rama Rao and three other accused in the Formula E case, adding a fresh legal dimension to the ongoing investigation into the alleged transfer of funds to the UK-based Formula E Organisation (FEO).According to…

The Anti-Corruption Bureau has intensified its probe into alleged financial irregularities surrounding the Hyderabad Formula E race, seeking the passports of BRS Working President K T Rama Rao and other accused in a significant development for Telangana politics. IMAGE: This is an AI-generated image and has been used only for representational purposes. Key Points The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has requested…

Fernando Alonso has ended speculation over his future by signing a new contract to race in Formula 1 again next year. Formula 1’s most experienced driver of all time will remain at Aston Martin for a fifth season. The 45-year-old said he is “very happy” with his decision. His future in the sport had been in doubt due to his…

Formula E has unveiled a slick new identity, capturing the motorsport’s dynamic evolution ahead of the GEN4 era of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Shaped by a continuous drive for progression, the rebrand ushers in a fresh evolution that shines in its clarity and style. In keeping with the best rebrands, Formula E’s new look is a distinct…

Aston Martin’s tough 2026 season continued in Azerbaijan where neither car saw the chequered flag again. Fernando Alonso spent much of his race swapping positions with Cadillac’s Valtteri Bottas. However problems from his Honda engine eventually led to his retirement – a call which Alonso appeared to make for himself on lap 21 of 51. Lance Stroll had already parked…

Mahindra Racing has confirmed an unchanged driver lineup for the upcoming 2026/27 FIA Formula E World Championship, retaining both Edoardo Mortara and Nyck de Vries into the new GEN4 era. The decision secures critical stability for the Banbury-based squad following a landmark 2025/26 campaign. De Vries and Mortara propelled Mahindra to third in the Teams’ Championship with a 252-point tally,…

As the summer has given way to autumn in Japan, so speculation has started to ramp up about who is going where next season in both Super Formula and SUPER GT. The first concrete driver market news arrived earlier this month in the form of confirmation that Zak O’Sullivan will be departing Japan altogether to race full-time in Formula E…

On this day in 1991 Nigel Mansell won the Spanish Grand Prix, held at the Circuit de Catalunya for the first time, after memorably going wheel-to-wheel with Ayrton Senna on a damp track. Senna finished fifth after a spin, which kept Mansell’s fading title hopes alive. The pair headed into the final two rounds separated by 16 points, with 10…

Heron Preston and Formula E are teaming on a long-term creative partnership. The designer, known for his work with reclaimed materials, and the all-electric motorsport championship are exploring material innovation, sustainability and the future of motorsport apparel. The collaboration will make its public debut at ComplexCon Los Angeles on Saturday and Sunday, where the designer will present a preview capsule…

© Citroën Racing Ahead of season 13 of Formula E, Citroën Racing has unveiled the outlines of its new livery, as well as those of its new management. Marking the arrival of the highly anticipated Gen4, Formula E season 13 could well represent a true turning point for the category in the years to come. Therefore, to best navigate this…

Lando Norris has revealed he apologised to Franco Colapinto for the comments he made about him following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The reigning world champion slated the Alpine driver for triggering a three-car collision which eliminated the pair and Colapinto’s team mate Pierre Gasly. Following the crash Norris said he “just got taken out” and “some drivers […] shouldn’t be…

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