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Sounds like Formula 1’s long-teased return to V8 power has support from the engine builders—but action won't happen as soon as some hoped.

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Ford’s motorsport division is getting a new-old name—the Blue Oval confirmed that Ford Performance will be rebranded as Ford Racing.

Aston Martin has rolled out a new Vantage S Safety Car, replacing the model it introduced last year with a sharper, faster machine that made its debut at the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort.

Cadillac’s Formula 1 entry has taken the next step with the confirmation of its driver lineup for the 2026 debut season.

For the first time in series history, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will take to a street circuit.

Cadillac’s incoming Formula 1 debut next year may not feature an American driver behind the wheel.

Aston Martin, the iconic British luxury carmaker, is preparing to offload its Formula One investment and may soon bid farewell to the London Stock Exchange altogether.

Porsche's new generation of 911 Cup cars are an exercise in sustainability.

A pair of mysterious prototypes from Toyota stole the show at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

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This year's Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone saw the top 3 drivers receiving trophies made entirely from LEGO bricks as part of the sport's 75th anniversary celebrations.

After more than a year of deliberation, the European Union has approved Liberty Media’s acquisition of MotoGP. The merger was previously blocked over antitrust concerns.

German engineering house HWA has announced plans to enter its modernized 190E “Evo” into the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours.

Ferrari has claimed its third consecutive overall win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Yesterday Acura announced the brand’s entrant into the Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, brought to you by Gran Turismo. Today, it is Honda’s turn.

Toyota is moving forward with hydrogen combustion technology, unveiling a new prototype designed for future competition in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Ram is officially returning to NASCAR after 13 years on the sidelines.

Porsche has announced it will become the Official Car of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, expanding its longstanding relationship with the historic Monterey track, where Porsche has hosted four editions of the Rennsport Reunion since 2011.

Porsche just released a video that appears to preview a street-legal version of its 963 LMDh/GTP race car. The full unveiling is scheduled for June 2025, lining up with this year's 24 Hours of Le Mans.

General Motors has officially been approved as a Formula 1 engine supplier beginning with the 2029 season, it's the latest milestone in the automaker’s journey into the sport under the Cadillac brand.

Genesis Magma Racing (GMR) rolled out its GMR-001 Hypercar for its official debut at the New York Auto Show.

Porsche has set a new Nürburgring lap record for manual-transmission cars. The 2025 911 GT3 driven by factory driver Jörg Bergmeister piped out a 6:56.294 to dust the old record by some 10 seconds.

Formula 1’s engine manufacturers, along with the FIA, met in Bahrain this past weekend to discuss the potential for returning to V10 power in the future.

Toyota Racing Development may have started in Japan, but it owes a debut of gratitude to America. In particular, the growth of TRD came about as a result of some unsung heroes and a particular icon of off-road racing.

The company plans to launch its new memorabilia business during the 2025 Monterey Car Week in August.

EA Sports has officially revealed F1 25 ahead of its launch on May 30, 2025. Developed by Codemasters, the new title brings a range of updates, including a revamped story mode, upgraded team management features, and exclusive content for early adopters.

The 2024 Formula 1 season is set to be one of the most unpredictable in recent memory, with huge shifts in driver lineups, the last year of the current rules package, and the possibility of a truly competitive championship fight. While the previous few seasons have been dominated by Red Bull and Max Verstappen, we got a taste of uncertainty last year as both Ferrari and McLaren fought for the constructor's championship until the bitter end.

Cadillac will field four V-Series.R racecars in the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans this June. The twice-around-the-clock endurance race, scheduled for June 14-15, marks 75 years since Cadillac’s first appearance at Circuit de la Sarthe.

In the leadup to the 2025 Daytona 500 Chevrolet revealed its vision for an electric NASCAR racer.

Netflix is reportedly considering the possibility of securing Formula 1's U.S. media rights starting in 2026.

Aston Martin’s Valkyrie Hypercar is set to make its motorsport debut at the Qatar 1812KM on February 28.

Hot Wheels has introduced its new series of Formula 1 cars featuring scaled-down versions of eight teams from the 2025 grid.

Ford is making a full-factory return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2027, with a new LMDh prototype competing in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC).

“Today, I cannot tell the exact plan yet, but yes, we should create such kind of performance model together with HRC racing technologies,” Watanabe was quoted by The Drive. He noted that the American division of HRC has already started developing performance parts for existing Honda and Acura models.

Lewis Hamilton has made his first visit to the Ferrari F1 factory in Maranello.

Toyota is thinking about a full-scale return to Formula 1.

General Motors has officially launched a new subsidiary, GM Performance Power Units LLC, to design and produce its future Formula 1 power units for the Cadillac F1 team.

The 2024 Formula 1 season delivered thrilling action on the track and seismic shifts off it. As fans look ahead to 2025, let’s revisit the most shocking moments that defined this year’s F1 landscape.

With the longest Formula 1 season in history finally in the books, teams, and drivers are taking a much-needed breather while the off-season drama begins to unfold. Here's a look at the key takeaways from the 2024 season and what could shape the grid for 2025.

Red Bull Racing has confirmed Liam Lawson will join Max Verstappen for the 2024 Formula 1 season.

The 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix marks the end of an era for Formula 1 as Lewis Hamilton wraps up his stint with Mercedes-AMG Petronas. After a storied partnership that delivered six championships and countless records, Hamilton will move to Ferrari for the 2025 season.

Ferrari has announced a multi-year agreement to supply power units and gearboxes to the Cadillac F1 team, starting in the 2026 season.

Lewis Hamilton is parting ways with Mercedes-AMG Petronas, the team where he cemented his status as one of the all-time greats, amassing six of his seven world championships.

As the 2024 Formula 1 season nears conclusion after this week's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the paddock is buzzing with developments and speculations. From team dynamics to regulatory changes, here's a snapshot of the latest happenings in the F1 world.

Genesis has revealed its first-ever Hypercar, the GMR-001.

Toyota has introduced Sequence Freezing Arc-welding (SFA), a groundbreaking technology designed to improve sustainability in motorsports while reducing race car production times.

Formula 1 has always been a sport full of rumors, speculation, and exciting announcements. As we move into the latter stages of the 2024 season, multiple key topics are circulating in the F1 world, from the future of the Las Vegas Grand Prix to Andretti-Cadillac’s bid for a spot on the grid.

It's official: Formula 1 has announced General Motors and Cadillac will enter the championship as the 11th team starting in 2026.

Max Verstappen has solidified his place among Formula 1's greatest drivers, securing his fourth consecutive World Championship title at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

The quest for a General Motors-backed Formula 1 entry has gained renewed traction, fueled by leadership changes at Andretti Global.

In a first for the sport, F1 plans to host a unified car and livery reveal event at London’s O2 Arena on February 18, 2024, to celebrate its 75th anniversary. Every team will unveil their 2024 challenger in one dramatic showcase. While fans are excited, reigning champion Max Verstappen quipped that he hopes to be "sick that weekend," hinting at the over-the-top nature of the event.

Subaru’s storied history in rally continues, and so does its documentary series.

The Monaco Grand Prix, one of Formula 1's most iconic events, will remain on the calendar through 2031 following a new agreement between Formula 1 and the Automobile Club of Monaco.

Honda Racing Corporation has unveiled the HRC-K20C, a high-performance engine based on the Civic Type R’s 2.0L K20C turbo 4-cylinder.

Formula 1’s diamond anniversary season will kick off in style as all 10 teams unveil their 2025 liveries together at a groundbreaking event at London’s O2 Arena on February 18, 2025.

This week’s Formula 1 discussion brings us highlights from an unpredictable race weekend, driver market shakeups, and intriguing team dynamics. Here’s a breakdown of the latest F1 news and rumors dominating the paddock.

As Formula 1 heads into the closing rounds of the season, the spotlight is on Mexico and the upcoming Brazil Grand Prix. And for fans, the season's end promises high-stakes drama, with unexpected penalties, team rumors, and a brewing battle in the Constructor's Championship.