The end of CART’s longest-ever season, 25 years ago today, marked a watershed moment in the series’ battle with the rival Indy Racing League, formed by a split five years earlier. Cristiano da Matta won the 21st and final event of the 2001 campaign at the Fontana superspeedway. However the season was marked by rows over technology, the controversial cancellation…
Jorge Martin has admitted that his chances of winning the 2026 MotoGP title are over following his withdrawal from the Malaysian Grand Prix, although he remains determined to fight until the end of the season. The factory Aprilia rider attempted to race at Sepang just a week after breaking his right wrist in the Phillip Island sprint, but was ultimately forced to…
MUMBAI, Nov 3 : Electric motorcycle brand Oben Electric on Tuesday said it has logged over fourfold growth in vehicle registrations, reaching 1,563 units in October on the Vahan portal, up from 380 units recorded in the corresponding month last year. The company’s continued leadership is driven by its high-performance e-motorcycle Rorr Evo, which has strengthened its presence in the…
Haas has confirmed Esteban Ocon will not return to drive for them following his shock ousting for the team last weekend. Rafael Camara, who was due to make his Formula 1 debut for the team next year, will take over Ocon’s car from this weekend’s round in Brazil. Ocon participated in Friday’s second practice session in Mexico and was due…
The McLaren McL 6GT makes its global public debut at the 2026 Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, following a private unveiling during Monterey Car Week earlier this year. Inspired by Bruce McLaren’s original M6GT project, the new supercar combines lightweight carbon-fiber construction, V8 power and a manual transmission, with a production version planned for 2028. The McL… read more www.supercars.net
Pedro Acosta claimed his second career sprint victory with a win for KTM in an edgy Saturday race at Sepang. World championship leader Marc Marquez extended his advantage over the absent Jorge Martin to 19 points by taking second place. It was an intriguing contest, with ever-present rain drops threatening to gain in severity at any time. Several riders further…
Ultraviolette Automotive has launched the X-47 Venom electric crossover motorcycle in Europe at EICMA 2026 in Milan, becoming the first Indian manufacturer to retail electric motorcycles in the European market. Built on the company’s new VX-100 powertrain architecture and SRB-11 battery technology, the electric motorcycle debuts with segment-first radar intelligence, integrated dashcams, and lightweight aerospace-grade materials. The X-47 Venom produces…
Max Verstappen said he couldn’t explain the engine braking problems he reported on his radio during the latter stages of the Mexican Grand Prix. “It happens randomly,” said Verstappen, who won the race despite. “The engine just decides by itself what to do, to be honest. So, I don’t know. “Maybe I need to have a conversation with the engine…
Tensions between the majority of MotoGP riders and the championship organisers have reached new heights this weekend in the Sepang paddock, with the trip to Qatar fast approaching. Next Sunday’s race was originally scheduled for mid-April but was postponed following the outbreak of war between the United States and Israel on one side, and Iran on the other. Although hostilities…
A 2.2-inch full-color display is integrated into the top tube, providing clear information on speed, remaining range, assist mode, and other riding data. The system also supports device charging through a USB-C port. Integration with the SHIMANO app allows riders to customize the SHIMANO drive unit’s settings and lock or unlock the bike’s electronic systems. Since its founding, Honda has…
Max Verstappen won the Mexican Grand Prix for Red Bull. Pos. Driver 1 Max Verstappen Red Bull 2 Lewis Hamilton Ferrari 3 Andrea Kimi Antonelli Mercedes 4 Charles Leclerc Ferrari 5 Lando Norris McLaren 6 George Russell Mercedes 7 Liam Lawson Racing Bulls 8 Gabriel Bortoleto Audi 9 Isack Hadjar Red Bull 10 Ryo Hirakawa Haas 11 Alexander Albon Williams…
The Kimera K39 marks a significant departure from the Italian manufacturer’s rally-inspired roots, introducing an entirely new hypercar developed from the ground up. Unlike the Evo 37 and Evo 38, which reinterpret the legendary Lancia 037 through extensive restomod engineering, the K39 features a bespoke carbon-fiber monocoque, rear-wheel drive, and a powerful… read more www.supercars.net
The drivers’ world championship has been decided but there’s still the constructors’ title to settle – plus the question of who will win the remaining rounds. Here’s how to watch the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix live in the UK: 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix live session times Event Date Start Time End Time Time Zone Channels Brazilian Grand Prix: First practice…
Jaguar TCS Racing has defined Jaguar’s motorsport presence in recent years, with its Formula E team being one of the most successful and prominent in the all-electric racing series. Complementing Jaguar’s pivot to electrification, the 2027 Formula E season is approaching, and Jaguar unveiled its first new production model in years just weeks ago: the all-electric Type 01. Utilizing Formula…
Andrea Kimi Antonelli says the post-race photograph of him with two of his fellow world champions deserves a place on his wall. The new world champion joined the two most successful drivers in Formula 1 today on the podium at the end of yesterday’s Mexican Grand Prix. The trio now have 12 world championships between them – Lewis Hamilton having…
Sunday was a ‘race day’ at Sepang – and not just for the bikes. Meetings followed one another in the paddock of the Malaysian circuit throughout the day. At 11am, the team managers of the different teams met with the executives of MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group (MGPSEG). The teams then also held discussions among themselves to try to find out…
MILAN, Nov. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LYVA, the global premium intelligent mobility brand under LUYUAN Group (HK.02451), will make its European debut at EICMA 2026 in Milan from November 3 to 8, unveiling five concepts across four categories: e-Cargobike, e-Kickscooter, e-Bike and e-Dirtbike. The LYVA concept reveal is not about demonstrating how to build a better electric two-wheeler, but…
Which Formula 1 driver made the most of the Mexican Grand Prix weekend? It’s time to give your verdict on which driver did the best with the equipment at their disposal over the last three days. Review how each driver got on below and vote for who impressed you the most at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. Driver performance summary Advert |…
Andrea Kimi Antonelli has clinched the Formula 1 world title, becoming the series’ youngest champion of all time. The Mercedes star, who turned 20 in August, has lowered the record by more than three years. The previous holder, Sebastian Vettel, was 23 when he clinched the first of his four championship title in 2010. Antonelli made his F1 debut last…
The Red Bull drivers had contrasting fortunes on lap one. Max Verstappen moved into second place thanks to the squabbling Ferraris. With Charles Leclerc ahead collecting a five-second time penalty, one Red Bull was on course to take the lead. But Isack Hadjar was sent spinning by George Russell and fell to 22nd and last. He wasn’t able to make…
Marc Marquez scored a commanding victory in the Malaysian Grand Prix to move a step closer to sealing the 2026 MotoGP title, with Aprilia failing to finish on the podium. The factory Ducati rider gained the lead at the start and built a buffer in the first half of the race, aided by his younger brother Alex Marquez acting as a…
Melbourne-based Savic Motorcycles, one of Australia’s few full-vehicle manufacturers in operation, has announced it is releasing a limited-edition book to celebrate its 10-year anniversary. Founded in 2016 by former Ford engineer Dennis Savic, the rollout of Savic’s first electric motorcycles faced multiple delays, a global pandemic and rising costs before finally rolling into customer driveways earlier this year. Dubbed ‘Savic…
Andrea Kimi Antonelli has shattered the record for the youngest Formula 1 world champions of all time. Here’s the statistical breakdown of his triumph. Record for youngest world championship win At 20 years and 68 days old, Antonelli has won the world championship at an astonishingly young age. He has lowered the record previously held by Sebastian Vettel by more…
Broad Arrow Private Sales is offering an exceptionally specified 2025 RUF SCR, a modern, individually commissioned sports car that demonstrates RUF Automobile’s evolution from a celebrated Porsche specialist into an independent manufacturer. Combining carbon-fiber construction, a high-revving naturally aspirated flat-six, and traditional manual engagement, the SCR… read more www.supercars.net
McLaren’s drivers suspect overtaking will be especially difficult in the Mexican Grand Prix this year. The Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez has proved a difficult venue for passing since it was remodelled and returned to the Formula 1 calendar in 2015. Despite the track’s long straights, Mexico City’s high altitude makes it difficult for drivers to cool their cars and tyres. As…
Liam Lawson will start today’s Mexican Grand Prix from the back of the grid because he did not slow down quickly enough after finishing his flying lap in Q2. The Racing Bulls driver fell foul of Formula 1’s technical regulations because his MGU-K’s power output did not fall quickly enough as a result. Several RaceFans readers, including @AvroAnson, were unimpressed…
Yamaha will not travel to Doha to take part in next week’s Qatar Grand Prix amid the ongoing geopolitical situation in the Middle East, the Japanese manufacturer announced on Sunday. Both the factory team and its satellite partner Pramac will skip the 20th round of the season at the Losail International Circuit on 6-8 November. Yamaha Motor Company has a…
Honda has spent decades building one of the most dominant positions in the global motorcycle industry, selling millions of gasoline-powered two-wheelers each year. But in markets where electric motorcycles and scooters are becoming increasingly accessible, that dominance is starting to face a serious challenge. Vietnam offers a particularly interesting case study, where rapidly growing electric motorcycle sales are beginning to…
A Moto GP manufacturer has confirmed it will not participate in next week’s round in Qatar. The withdrawal of Yamaha could prompt others to pull out of the event. It will also case further doubt on whether F1’s visit to the Losail International Circuit three weeks later will go ahead. Yamaha has already imposed restrictions on its company members visiting…
The stewards have issued drivers a special warning over track limits at turns one and four during Sunday’s Mexican Grand Prix. Last year multiple drivers cut the run-off area between turns one and three at the start of the race. Some then returned positions they had gained to other drivers, but disputes continued during the race over whether the correct…
Liam Lawson apologised to Max Verstappen after the stewards issued the same penalty to both drivers for their collision in second practice. Both drivers are ultimately employed by the Red Bull organisation, which owns the Red Bull Racing team Verstappen drives for and the junior Racing Bulls squad which Lawson belongs to. Lawson does not yet have a contract for…
Alex Marquez is considering bringing forward an operation on his injured right collarbone, which he fractured in Barcelona, potentially ruling him out of next week’s Qatar Grand Prix. The Gresini rider is “considering” travelling on Sunday night directly from Kuala Lumpur to Madrid, where he could undergo surgery on Tuesday to remove a plate from his right collarbone. The metal has…
A 9-year-old riding an electric motorcycle was seriously injured in Turlock on Oct. 31 after being hit by a truck. Modesto Bee file A 9-year-old riding an electric motorcycle was seriously injured on Friday evening after being hit by a truck near the intersection of Christoffersen Parkway and Crowell Road in Turlock, police report. According to a Turlock Police Department…
Esteban Ocon has clarified the reasons behind Haas’s decision to drop him from their race team at the Mexican Grand Prix. “Following the recent decision from Haas F1 Team confirming that I will not be participating in this weekend’s Mexico City Grand Prix, I wish to formally address some media reports and speculation surrounding the situation,” he said in a…
The Gallardo’s original designer, Fabrizio Giugiaro, returns to his iconic supercar with a ground-up redesign limited to just 25 examples. CAVËN Atelier has unveiled HOMMAGE 26, an extensively reimagined Lamborghini Gallardo created by Fabrizio Giugiaro, the designer behind the original supercar. Revealed October 31 at the Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, the project… read more www.supercars.net
The reigning world champion led the driver who will almost certainly succeed him this weekend in the final practice session for the Mexican Grand Prix. A late flying lap put the McLaren driver ahead by the narrowest of margins. As the track gained grip slowly, Norris’s time was only two-tenths of a second quicker than yesterday’s best. Oscar Piastri was…
Haas has announced Esteban Ocon will not drive for the team in the rest of this weekend’s Mexican Grand Prix. Ryo Hirakawa, who took part in the opening practice session for the team yesterday, will take Ocon’s place. The team confirmed Ocon is not ill. It has not given any reason for the change and said “no further statements will…
Marc Marquez capitalised on championship rival Jorge Martin’s injury withdrawal to sit on the front row for the Malaysian MotoGP as his brother Alex Marquez took pole position on Saturday. Ducati-Gresini rider Alex clocked the fastest qualifying time of 1min 56.493sec, which was 0.070sec faster than older brother Marc. Pedro Acosta came in third, followed by Japan’s Ai Ogura and…
The majority of MotoGP riders still prefers to avoid travelling to the Qatar Grand Prix amid the Iran war, but the balance of opinion has shifted considerably over the past few days. During meetings held at Phillip Island last weekend, three-quarters of the grid expressed their opposition to travelling to Doha. A week later, however, that number had fallen to just…
The mother of a teenager who died from his injuries following a crash between an off-road electric motorcycle and a car has described him as the “light of my life”. West Yorkshire Police said Harley Hartley, 15, was riding the bike on School Street in Bierley, Bradford on 1 October about 17:30 BST when he was involved in a collision…
The stewards have summoned Isack Hadjar over an incident in the paddock at the Mexican Grand Prix. The Red Bull driver has been called to meet them at 10:15am on Saturday ahead of final practice. Hadjar is being investigated over a breach of the International Sporting Code which forbids “misconduct”. Among the behaviours defined as “misconduct” are “the general use…
Max Verstappen blamed Liam Lawson for the collision between the pair during the second practice session for the Mexican Grand Prix. The pair made contact at turn 16. Verstappen tried to overtake Lawson earlier in the lap but the Racing Bulls driver refused to give way. Lawson left no room for his rival at the exit of turn 13, but…
Factory Ducati rider Marc Marquez survived a fall to go fastest on Friday at the Malaysian Grand Prix, while his injured MotoGP title rival Jorge Martin curtailed his running and will have to navigate Q1 if he continues to compete on Saturday. The first half of the session was unremarkable in terms of the timesheets, with Fabio Di Giannantonio finding…
Get Autoblog in your Google feed If you spent the spring and summer thinking about buying an electric bike but didn’t ultimately purchase one, you may have done yourself a favor. The best time to order one is actually right now, since plenty of retailers are offering great post-summer discounts on e-bikes. Don’t wait too long to take advantage of…
ABT Sportsline is turning up the heat on Audi’s latest performance hybrid with the new RS5-R, a limited-edition package restricted to just 130 units worldwide. Available for both the RS 5 Sedan and Avant, the upgraded model combines 720 horsepower, aggressive carbon-fiber styling, revised suspension, and 22-inch forged wheels. The RS5-R is available to order now,… read more www.supercars.net
Pierre Gasly received 13,000 death threats as a result of the Spanish Grand Prix weekend, according to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem. The Alpine driver appeared to briefly delay his team mate Franco Colapinto on lap 54 of the race. Ben Sulayem condemned the abuse at the time and revealed the scale of it in an interview for The Drive….
That was destined to change when he signed with the Jaguar TCS Racing Formula E team in 2025, a marque that is built upon more than seven decades of motorsport heritage. It would only a matter of time before he found himself at the wheel of a 1950s Jaguar racing car, and his opportunity came at the 2026 Revival —…
The majority of the MotoGP grid has reported severe asphalt deterioration at the Sepang International Circuit ahead of this weekend’s Malaysian Grand Prix. Several riders revealed being struck by loose pieces of tarmac during the opening two practice sessions on Friday, with at least one rider suffering minor bruises as a result. With Sepang having hosted the first pre-season test of the…
B2B-News | LiveWire Group, the Harley-Davidson-controlled electric motorcycle company, is going through the most uncertain period since it went public in 2022. In just over a week, its CEO stepped down, the board brought in a restructuring specialist, and the company said there is substantial doubt it can keep operating for another year. At the same time, its third-quarter figures…
On this day in 2011 Sebastian Vettel claimed victory in F1’s first Indian Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit. The Indian Grand Prix only ran for three years before being dropped from the calendar and Vettel won all three editions. Read the original RaceFans report here: Vettel extends his F1 domination in Indian Grand Prix Formula 1 Browse all…
MotoGP points leader Marc Marquez claims to be wary of Jorge Martin’s potential if his rival is passed fit to race at Sepang this weekend. Martin fractured his wrist in a heavy crash during the sprint race in Australia last weekend, falling 10 points behind Marquez in the championship. Factory Aprilia rider Martin has been declared fit to take part…
BMW plugs into the dirt bike battle Ducati and Triumph are throwing serious resources at motocross and enduro, taking on the Japanese and Austrian establishment with petrol-powered four-stroke singles. BMW Motorrad is exploring another route into the specialist dirt bike business: electric power. The German manufacturer has announced an investment in Venna, an independent electric motorcycle developer that will gain…
Lamborghini is expanding its customization options with the new Temerario Tettonero, an exclusive two-tone capsule collection that gives its latest hybrid supercar an even more aggressive, personalized appearance. Developed by Lamborghini Centro Stile, the limited-edition series follows the capsule collection concept introduced with the Urus SE at Milan Design Week… read more www.supercars.net
The situation in the Middle East has put the opening of the 2026-2027 season in Saudi Arabia under scrutiny. Could GEN4 make its debut in Mexico? Formula E could launch its new era with the GEN4 debut far from Saudi Arabia. The Jeddah weekend, scheduled for December 18 and 19, 2026, may be postponed because of the situation in the…
Andrea Kimi Antonelli will not take part in Thursday’s pre-event media activities in Mexico because he is unwell. Mercedes say the championship leader will not attend the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez today due to a viral illness. They expect him to return in time for the start of practice on Friday. Antonelli is poised to clinch the world championship in this…
Sergio Perez performed a show run in his home country ahead of this weekend’s Mexican Grand Prix. The Cadillac driver took to the streets of Mexico City along the Paseo de la Reforma. Over 100,000 fans were estimated to have attended the event. The event promoters billed this as Perez’s fourth appearance in a Formula 1 car on the streets…
Nissan Formula E have announced that they will be retaining Sam Bird as their Reserve Driver and Abbi Pulling as Rookie and Simulator Driver. Bird stays as Reserve Driver Bird first joined the team in November 2025 following a strong career in Formula E from the championship’s beginning until the end of Season 11. During his career in the all-electric…
The MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group (MGPSEG), the championship’s commercial rights holder, remains fully committed to staging the Qatar Grand Prix, scheduled for next weekend after being postponed by almost six months from its original date. The conflict that broke out in February between the US-Israeli alliance and Iran has created a climate of instability across the Gulf region which, although less…
TVS Motor Company is preparing to scale up electric two-wheeler production to 80,000 units a month by the end of March 2027, as the company looks to capitalise on the rising popularity of electric scooters in India. The manufacturer is currently operating at a monthly capacity of 60,000-65,000 units, with further expansion already in the works, chief executive officer KN…
Nissan has confirmed two key figures ahead of the 2026-2027 season. Experience, simulator development and powertrain knowledge will be vital as Formula E enters a new technical era. Nissan is preparing for the GEN4 era with continuity, confirming two experienced members of its programme. The new cars are only part of the challenge, as teams must also prepare for a…
After months of uncertainty and several weeks of mounting tension, the stand-off between most of the MotoGP grid and the championship promoter over the Qatar Grand Prix is expected to be resolved within the next 48 hours. Ideally, an agreement could be reached as early as Thursday, once Carlos Ezpeleta, deputy managing director of MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group (MGPSEG), the…
Spiro, Africa’s leading electric mobility company, and Entrepreneurial Solutions Partners (ESP), a pan-African firm specialising in entrepreneurship development, have launched the Women in E-Mobility programme in Rwanda, an initiative designed to help women become professional electric motorcycle riders, develop their own businesses and generate sustainable income. The programme is already underway, with the first 50 women starting training in October…
Ford introduced the Coyote 5.0-liter V8 in the 2011 Mustang GT that replaced the aging 4.6-liter modular engine, and the new dual-overhead-cam motor made 412 horsepower right out of the gate. More than 15 years and four generations later, the Coyote is still around, now rated at 480 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque in the S650 Mustang GT (486…
Cadillac has announced a new contract with Sergio Perez, days before he starts his 300th grand prix at home in Mexico. Perez will remain at the team until at least 2029 under his new, long-term deal. He joined the F1 newcomers last year ahead of their debut this season. “Building a competitive team in F1 is a long-term journey, and…
The FIA has significantly increased the number of staff monitoring potential infringements by Formula 1 drivers. The FIA’s Remote Operations Centre team leader and regulations specialist Steve Porter revealed there are almost twice as many staff members policing the sessions as there are drivers competing in them. “We now have over 40 people both trackside and remotely analysing real-time data…
MotoGP riders met with the championship executives at Phillip Island on Saturday, with the intention of seeking a series of guarantees to agree to race in Qatar in two weeks’ time. The only triple-header of this season came about as a result of the postponement of the Qatar Grand Prix. The Losail race was initially due to take place in…
Spiro, an electric mobility company, and Entrepreneurial Solutions Partners (ESP), a consulting and investment firm that backs entrepreneurs across Africa, have launched a programme that aims to help 5,000 African women build businesses on electric motorcycles by 2030. In a statement on 28th October, the partners said 50 women have begun training in Rwanda, the first group in a pilot…
The world championship outcome may be a foregone conclusion but there are plenty of other talking points of note at this weekend’s Mexican Grand Prix. All over bar the shouting There could hardly be less doubt over the destination of this year’s world drivers’ championship. Yes, theoretically there are still three drivers in the hunt, but the two who aren’t…
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25 years ago today Michael Schumacher joined in the final round of the CIK-FIA Formula Super A World Karting Championship at his home track, Kerpen. Schumacher had just won his fourth title and was on his way to being the series’ first seven-times title winner. Lewis Hamilton, who would go on to emulate Schumacher’s achievement, was still racing karts, and…
Luca Marini will miss the Australian Grand Prix after physical problems severely affected him on Friday, when he managed to complete just two laps in the opening free practice session before sitting out the afternoon’s practice session. The Italian had been suffering from the illness for several days, as he revealed upon arriving at Phillip Island, with Honda HRC team…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — A 12-year-old riding an electric motorcycle-style bike is hurt after crashing into the side of a truck. Moorhead Police say the juvenile did not stop at the stop sign at the intersection of 5th Avenue and 5th Street South before colliding with the truck just before 2 this afternoon. The child had minor injuries and was…