F1 tests new driver ID system at Belgian GP

F1 tests new driver ID system at Belgian GP

Formula 1 is testing a new way to show who’s driving each car at the Belgian Grand Prix. Each car will have a three-letter code, like ‘LEC’ for Leclerc or ‘NOR’ for Norris, on top of the car to help fans know which driver they’re watching. F1 and the FIA will test this all weekend at Spa, and if it works well, it might be used in future races. F1 has tried similar ideas before, like bigger numbers and driver names on the cars, but not all of them stayed.

Click here to read the full article by Harry Whitfield (motorsportweek.com)

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McLaren expands IndyCar base with new U.S. facility

Arrow McLaren has officially taken over a larger facility at 7615 Zionsville Road in Indianapolis, previously owned by Andretti Global, and has started major renovations to expand and modernize the space. The new 86,000-square-foot building, managed by Dillon Construction Group, will replace the team’s current 33,000-square-foot shop and is expected to improve workflow and daily operations. Planned upgrades include a bigger lobby celebrating the team’s history, a second-floor mezzanine, a fitness center, and an elevator, along with exterior changes to match McLaren’s brand. This move is a big step in Arrow McLaren’s plan to grow in IndyCar, and the team will move into the new shop in January 2026.

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Verstappen races without Lambiase for second time in three

Max Verstappen is not working with his usual race engineer, Gianpiero Lambiase, at the Belgian Grand Prix due to personal reasons, just like in Austria four weeks ago. Simon Rennie, who previously worked with Daniel Ricciardo and now handles Red Bull's simulator, is stepping in again. Verstappen said things went smoothly with Rennie, but his race ended early after being hit by Andrea Kimi Antonelli. This weekend also marks a significant change for Red Bull, as team principal Christian Horner was fired and replaced by Laurent Mekies right as the team introduced major car upgrades during a sprint event.

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NASCAR 25 launches this October on console

NASCAR 25 will be released on October 14, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, but PC players on Steam will have to wait a bit longer. There’s no confirmed date for the PC version yet, but it should be announced soon. The game is made by Monster Games, now part of iRacing, and will include four NASCAR series, laser-scanned tracks, and online multiplayer with private lobbies, though it won’t support cross-play or ranked matches. No real gameplay has been shown yet, but more footage is expected in late August.

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Ferrari close to new deal with Vasseur

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur is reportedly close to signing a new contract, according to former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher, who said it would help bring stability to the team. Vasseur joined Ferrari in 2023 and came close to winning the constructors' title in 2024, but the 2025 season has been more difficult, especially as Lewis Hamilton adjusts to the team. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff also defended Vasseur, saying he's one of the best team leaders in F1 and needs more time.

Click here to read the full article by Lydia Mee (motorsport.com)