FIA aero boss steps down for possible Alpine move

FIA aero boss steps down for possible Alpine move

Jason Somerville, the FIA Head of Aerodynamics, will have six months off before a new role. He helped design the current ground effect car rules. While on leave, he will only work on non-sensitive projects. There are rumors he might join Alpine in 2026 and work again with Steve Nielsen.

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RCR might take legal action against NASCAR

Richard Childress Racing may take legal action after leaked 2023 texts showed NASCAR officials describe team owner Richard Childress as a “stupid redneck” and a “parasite on the sport.” The messages came after Childress spoke out on the radio about NASCAR’s charter talks. RCR said the comments were very offensive and hurt the team’s reputation. The leak adds more tension with lawsuits and charter disputes in NASCAR.

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Block quits F1 Academy for rally comeback

Williams Racing Academy has ended its deal with Lia Block after her second year in F1 Academy, where she finished ninth. Because drivers can only stay in the series for two years, Block will now return to rally, where she first became a champion. Williams thanked her and said they will announce their 2026 driver later. Block said she enjoyed her time in F1 Academy, but rally feels like home and is what she wants to focus on next.

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IMSA launches BMW M2 challenge

The BMW M2 Racing will compete in a new entry-level class in IMSA next year, with four endurance events. Each car has two drivers, and at least one must be Bronze or Silver rated, while top-rated Platinum drivers are not allowed. The car costs about $111,000, an affordable choice for teams. A champion will be crowned for the M2 Challenge, while LMP3 cars join sprint races for the overall series winner.

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Drugovich exits Aston Martin for Formula E

Felipe Drugovich will no longer serve as Aston Martin’s reserve driver after the Las Vegas Grand Prix. He said he had good times and some bad times with the team. Drugovich will race full-time in Formula E with Andretti in Brazil on December 6. Jak Crawford will take over as Aston Martin’s reserve driver next year, and team boss Andy Cowell will also move on.

Click here to read the full article by Oliver Harden (www.planetf1.com)