Motoring News

What tyres will the teams have for the Dutch Grand Prix?

Formula 1 - Wed, 2026-08-19 11:04
Pirelli have confirmed the tyre compounds that will be in use for the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix.

F1 pre-start procedure to stay despite FIA saying it is no longer a safety issue

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-08-19 10:34
After the practice starts during winter testing in Bahrain proved rather problematic for several Formula 1 outfits, the issue quickly sparked a political debate in the paddock.
Many teams wanted more time during the starting procedure to spool their turbochargers and build up the revs, but Ferrari was not keen on that idea as its smaller turbo gave the Scuderia a competitive advantage off the ...Keep reading

Hadjar to miss Dutch Grand Prix with hand injury

Formula 1 at the BBC - Wed, 2026-08-19 10:22
Red Bull's Isack Hadjar will miss this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix after injuring his hand during the summer break.

Cadillac "wouldn't be on the grid" without Graeme Lowdon, says former F1 TV host

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-08-19 10:02
Former Formula 1 broadcaster Will Buxton has praised Graeme Lowdon following his abrupt exit from his role as Cadillac team principal, insisting the American outfit would not be on the grid today without him.
Cadillac announced during the summer break that after just 11 races of its debut campaign, team principal Lowdon would be replaced by former Renault executive director and FIA technical ...Keep reading

Why ADAC Nordrhein’s new Nurburgring-based racing series is a high-risk game

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-08-19 09:45
The announcement of ADAC Nordrhein’s new endurance series last month was a bombshell the fallout from which is still settling. But one thing is abundantly clear from the move: the stakes are enormous for everyone involved.
NLS once again finds itself in a fight for survival. That is hardly uncharted territory by now, so the NLS organiser VLN is taking things remarkably calmly.
Like NES ...Keep reading

Isack Hadjar could miss F1 Dutch GP with Red Bull replacement plan already in place

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-08-19 08:48
Max Verstappen could have a different team-mate alongside him for his final home race on the Formula 1 calendar. Isack Hadjar is dealing with a wrist injury sustained during a gym session ahead of the race weekend at Zandvoort, Motorsport.com has learned, and could be forced to miss the Dutch Grand Prix.
Laurent Mekies' team has yet to make a formal decision and, at this stage, was unable to ...Keep reading

Antonelli - the boy 'born in a garage' who started driving on dad's lap

Formula 1 at the BBC - Wed, 2026-08-19 07:06
Kimi Antonelli was a natural driver at the age of three, according to his dad. Here's how he went on to lead the F1 drivers' championship at the age of 19.

5 drivers most likely to win the Dutch Grand Prix

Formula 1 - Wed, 2026-08-19 01:21
We look at the betting markets to see who bookmakers expect to win at Circuit Zandvoort.

Man charged with burglarizing Greg Biffle's home after fatal plane crash, investigation ongoing

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-08-19 00:49
Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced that Terrell Williams of Georgia, aged 44, has been charged with second-degree burglary, safe cracking, money laundering, obtaining property by false pretense, possession of burglary tools, larceny, and other felonies.
Sheriff Campbell said that Williams is being held without bond in Cobb County, Georgia, on suspicion of a completely different ...Keep reading

Connor Zilisch couldn’t say ‘no’ to a Cup ride at Hendrick Motorsports

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-08-18 23:28
Loyalty means a great deal to Connor Zilisch but this is Hendrick Motorsports.
The 20-year-old is trudging along through a challenging Cup Series rookie season with Trackhouse Racing but already knows where he is going after that first contract expires after next season -- the No. 48 Ally Chevrolet.
It is a unique scenario because Rick Hendrick has coveted Zilisch ever since last season ...Keep reading

Kyle Larson shares his favorite Kyle Busch memory

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-08-18 20:31
NASCAR has declared August 18 as Kyle Busch Day, celebrating the two numbers (8/18) with which he built the legend of his racing career. Across the sport, Busch's fans and fellow drivers alike are sharing memories of Rowdy and telling stories of how he impacted their lives in the racing world.
Kyle Larson took part in the remembrances in a video shared by Hendrick Motorsports, telling the story ...Keep reading

ASK LAWRENCE: Who is the biggest threat to Antonelli?

Formula 1 - Tue, 2026-08-18 19:00
Lawrence Barretto answers F1 Unlocked reader questions on the 2026 title race, whether we could see a new face on the 2027 grid and more.

Palmer indicates what Ferrari must do for chance at title

Formula 1 - Tue, 2026-08-18 19:00
In the latest episode of F1 Nation, former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer has given his take on how Ferrari can ensure that they stay in the title fight during the second half of the season.

Dutch Grand Prix betting guide and predictions

Formula 1 - Tue, 2026-08-18 19:00
Formula 1 makes its final visit to Zandvoort this weekend and our handy guide gives you everything you need to know before placing your bets.

Why Albon and Williams have decided to stick rather than twist

Formula 1 - Tue, 2026-08-18 19:00
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto assesses the reasons behind Alex Albon's commitment to Williams for the 2027 season.

What F1 drivers have been up to ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix

Formula 1 - Tue, 2026-08-18 19:00
George Russell got engaged, Kimi Antonelli soaked up the Sardinian sun and Lewis Hamilton got back in the gym. Find out how the F1 drivers have been spending their summer ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix.

Kyle Larson's Knoxville Nationals win brings Cup momentum too

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-08-18 18:57
In some ways, Kyle Larson winning the Knoxville Nationals on Saturday night was a victory for Hendrick Motorsports, even though the Cup Series team is not directly involved with the Paul Silva No. 57 program.
When Larson races Sprint Cars, he does so with a degree of sponsorship support from Rick Hendrick, but he otherwise drives out of a stable owned by the veteran crew chief and car owner of ...Keep reading

Drivers like Connor Zilisch and Erik Jones show how Kyle Busch's legacy crossed generations

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-08-18 18:55
NASCAR is celebrating August 18 as Kyle Busch Day, honoring the two numbers (8/18) that Busch wore through the majority of his racing career.
Busch died unexpectedly in May of this year, sending a shock through the NASCAR world. His fellow drivers have been honoring his memory throughout the year since his passing, and Kyle Busch Day allowed for another wave of tributes to pour in.
Busch's ...Keep reading

NASCAR declares 8/18 'Kyle Busch Day' as tributes pour in

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-08-18 17:48
In a fitting tribute for one of the greatest drivers the world has ever seen, NASCAR declared that August 18 would be celebrated as "Kyle Busch Day" in honor of the two numbers (8/18) that he was most closely associated with.
 
Busch died unexpectedly in May of this year, just a little over a week after winning a Truck Series race in Dover, due to a case of pneumonia that progressed into ...Keep reading

Homestead will again host NASCAR championship weekend in 2027

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-08-18 17:21
Homestead-Miami Speedway will again host all three national title-deciders in 2027, the track confirmed on Tuesday.
The 2027 NASCAR championship weekend is set to take place from Nov. 12-14 next year. The facility has also been undergoing a $20 million renovation, featuring a new primary entry gate experience, a remodeled Ally Champions Club, an expanded fan zone and more.
The NASCAR ...Keep reading

Pages

Subscribe to North East Kit and Classic Car Club aggregator