Motorsport
Monza set to seal fresh F1 race deal
Monza is set to remain as the home of Formula One’s Italian Grand Prix after a new race deal was agreed with the motor racing championship’s organisers, Italian officials said today (Wednesday).
IndyCar confirms new race, Watkins Glen extension for 2017 season
US motor racing series IndyCar has released details of its schedule for the 2017 season, confirming a new event at Gateway Sports Park in Madison, Illinois, and a multi-year extension to its race deal with the Watkins Glen International circuit in upstate New York.
Race of Champions to stage maiden event in United States
Motorsport event the Race of Champions (ROC) will be staged in the United States for the first time next year, with Miami confirmed as the host city.
World Rally Championship forced to shelve return to China
The World Rally Championship (WRC) has cancelled next month’s Rally China event, which was set to see the motor racing series return to the country for the first time since 1999.
Pocono races away with IndyCar contract extension
Pocono Raceway is to remain on the schedule of US motor racing series IndyCar for a further two years.
SRO Motorsports launches new GT Series in Asia, Europe
The SRO Motorsports Group has continued its drive to develop the GT racing format by announcing the launch of new series in Asia and Europe, while the calendar for the flagship GT Series has been altered for 2017.
IHRA targets Asia-Pacific market with Australian commitment
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has set its sights on expansion in the Asia-Pacific region by increasing its commitment to drag racing in Australia following the success of the inaugural 400 Thunder Drag Racing Season in the country.
Apple buys Formula 1 | A warning against the dangers of speculative journalism
Our guest blogger, Richard Gillis, says you shouldn't believe every rumour you read about the sports sector
Italian Grand Prix set for Monza stay despite Imola agreement, says Ecclestone
Formula One chief executive Bernie Ecclestone has said an agreement is in place for Imola to stage a race in the motor racing series, but added the Italian Grand Prix is still likely to remain at Monza.
Finland set to return to MotoGP grid, German GP secures contract extension
Dorna Sports, the agency that operates and promotes MotoGP, has announced that the motorcycling world championship is set to return to Finland in 2018, while the German Automobile Club (ADAC) has agreed a five-year extension to its race deal.
Iowa Speedway extends IndyCar race deal
US motor racing series IndyCar has signed a two-year extension to its deal with Iowa Speedway to ensure that a race will continue to take place at the venue in the 2017 and 2018 seasons.
IndyCar steps in amid fallout from cancelled Boston race
US motor racing series IndyCar has confirmed that it will contribute $925,000 (€839,000) to cover some of the money lost by fans who had pre-purchased tickets for its Boston Grand Prix, which was scheduled to take place in September before being cancelled earlier this year.
Formula E set for North American finale under revamped calendar
The Formula E electric car-racing series has received approval for its 2016-17 calendar, with its third season set to conclude with new double-header events in Montreal and New York, while an Electric Mobility Forum has been scheduled for Las Vegas on January 7.
WEC Focus | An enduring challenge
The World Endurance Championship has grown out of the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans into being one of motor-racing’s commercial success stories. Alex Kalinauckas investigates
US manufacturer among new entries for 2016-17 Formula E season
The Formula E electric car-racing championship has secured its first major investment from a US manufacturer after Faraday Future today (Friday) announced a partnership with the Dragon Racing team.
WEC Focus | On the Track
The World Endurance Championship has grown out of the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans into being one of motor-racing’s commercial success stories. Alex Kalinauckas investigates
WEC Focus | On the Box
The World Endurance Championship has grown out of the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans into being one of motor-racing’s commercial success stories. Alex Kalinauckas investigates
Brazilian GP promoter hits back at questions over F1 future
Brazilian Grand Prix promoter Tamas Rohonyi has dismissed reports that the future of the country’s Formula One race is under threat, despite Bernie Ecclestone, chief executive of the motor-racing championship, stating the event may not take place after the current season.