Before delving into how F1 has benefited from artificial intelligence, it is worth understanding just how the AI industry is interacting with the sport – and why.Alexandre Bonnet, the Lead ML Solutions Engineer for Encord told Autosport that the scope of what F1 offers as a platform for AI and machine learning is appealing to those who want to be involved.“The reason F1 is so attractive is …Keep reading
Aston Martin thinks it would be “foolish” not to investigate if McLaren’s alternative approach to upgrades has been a key factor in its Formula 1 success.McLaren has bucked the trend of its rivals this season in terms of how it has structured its car development programme.Rather than seeking performance gains through multiple major car upgrades, it has instead stuck with a floor design that …Keep reading
Following the announcement by Renault that it is ending its Formula 1 engine operations before the new rules era in 2026, the decision will have a huge impact on both its team and the wider grid.What does it mean for Alpine, its rivals and F1 overall? Our writers offer their views.Team Enstone can focus all efforts on being winners again – Ben HuntFinally, after what seems like an eternity …Keep reading
For the European Formula 1 races, the FIA motorhome sits next to the one which belongs to Formula One Management. To look at from the outside, they are identical but for the colour scheme. Inside however, there is one important difference.The office belonging to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is rumoured to be bigger than that of his opposite number next door F1’s CEO Stefano Domenicali. It …Keep reading
Renault will pull the plug on its Formula 1 engine operations ahead of the new rules era in 2026.Following months of speculation about the future of the French manufacturer, with Alpine having long been in talks with Mercedes for a customer power unit deal, the fate of its operations was finally announced on Monday.In a statement it was revealed that the company’s F1 engine factory at …Keep reading
Lewis Hamilton has been praised by a leading mental health charity for speaking openly about battling depression.The seven-time Formula 1 world champion opened up on his mental health struggles in an interview with the Sunday Times Style magazine, revealing he was bullied as a child.Hamilton, 39, said he started meditating during the coronavirus pandemic as he would “struggle to initially calm …Keep reading
Amid last week’s outpouring of love for Daniel Ricciardo as his Formula 1 exit became official, there was also unease from some about how his final weekend played out.While Ricciardo was given that fastest lap opportunity as a farewell gift, received a guard of honour on his return to the RB motorhome post-race, and the great and the good said their goodbyes on Sunday night, there were plenty of …Keep reading
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko believes people should take Max Verstappen’s threats to walk away from Formula 1 seriously in the wake of his swearing row with the FIA.Over the Singapore weekend, Verstappen was handed a community service punishment by the FIA over using the F-word in an official FIA press conference while describing his Red Bull car behaviour.The punishment followed a new push from …Keep reading
Jos Verstappen has slammed the “ridiculous” mandated community service that Max Verstappen received in Singapore for swearing during an official FIA press conference.Red Bull’s world championship leader Max Verstappen was punished for using the word “f***ed” during the Thursday press conference before the Singapore Grand Prix when describing his car at the previous round in Baku.“I …Keep reading
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has revealed the small upgrade for the car at the upcoming Formula 1 United States Grand Prix will be the Scuderia’s last of the season.The Maranello-based outfit remains in contention for the constructors’ championship despite the focus placed on the battle between Red Bull and McLaren – the gap standing at 75 points between the Woking team and Ferrari with …Keep reading