FIA adjusts 2026 rules after team concerns

FIA adjusts 2026 rules after team concerns

The FIA made a new plan called ADUO to keep 2026 F1 engines close in performance and stop any team from pulling far ahead. Teams will still use 1.6-litre V6 hybrid engines with sustainable fuel, and new engines from Audi and Red Bull-Ford will join. ADUO lets slower engine makers receive extra time, budget help, and rule changes to catch up. The FIA also wants fair rules and a strong future for F1 with the new Concorde Agreement.

Click here to read the full article by Tiana Soans (www.motorsportweek.com)

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NASCAR’s internal texts reveal fear of team breakaway

NASCAR and 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports are in a lawsuit, and new messages from 2022 show NASCAR leaders worried teams might leave like the PGA Tour faced with another league. NASCAR’s Steve O’Donnell said many drivers and owners might quit, so they need ways to keep teams loyal and protect the sport. Ben Kennedy agreed and suggested new money sources like international races, sports games, and NFTs to help NASCAR stay strong. The messages show NASCAR used the charter system to stop teams from setting up a new league, which matters for the lawsuit before the trial.

Click here to read the full article by Gowtham Ramalingam (athlonsports.com)

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Beche leads Portimao free practice

Mathias Beche was the fastest in the first practice for the 4 Hours of Portimao in the No. 29 TDS Racing car and also topped the LMP2 Pro-Am class. He beat Nick Yelloly by just 0.077 seconds, Job van Uitert, Pietro Fittipaldi, and Ferdinand Habsburg came next. Adrien Closmenil was quickest in the LMP3 class, and Fabian Schiller had the best time in the LMGT3 class in his Iron Lynx Mercedes. The second session will take place before the race weekend continues.

Click here to read the full article by Davey Euwema (sportscar365.com)

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Will Power set for sports car return

Will Power will take part in the Indianapolis 8 Hour after more than 20 years away from GT cars. He’ll drive a Mercedes-AMG with fellow Australians Kenny Habul and Chaz Mostert. Power got approval from Team Penske to be involved before moving to Andretti Global next year. He said he’s eager to try a new challenge and may do more GT events if he enjoys it.

Click here to read the full article by Curt Calvin (www.indianapolismotorspeedway.com)

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NASCAR partners with United Rentals for disaster relief

NASCAR has joined United Rentals to support Team Rubicon, a group of veterans who assist with disaster relief. They will have booths at some race events, like Talladega, to get fans to sign up as volunteers. The goal is to get more people involved in disaster response. This partnership shows NASCAR’s support for veterans and people in need.

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