Inside Red Bull’s surprise floor update for Verstappen

Inside Red Bull’s surprise floor update for Verstappen

Red Bull is still focused on its 2025 F1 car while other teams focus on 2026, with a new floor and better bodywork in Mexico. The floor is reused from an older version, so they didn’t have to make a completely new part. Max Verstappen says the car is faster because the team understands it better, not just because of upgrades. Chief engineer Paul Monaghan says the changes work on different tracks and show the car had hidden potential all along.

Click here to read the full article by Ronald Vording (www.motorsport.com)

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Heim wins NASCAR truck race at Martinsville

Corey Heim won his 11th race of the season at Martinsville. Kaden Honeycutt finished second and earned the last championship spot over Layne Riggs, who was third. Ty Majeski and Tyler Ankrum also made it to the final four, while Rajah Caruth, Daniel Hemric, and Grant Enfinger were eliminated. The race went into overtime after late crashes.

Click here to read the full article by Amanda Vincent (autoracingdaily.com)

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Jan Lammers to race at 2025 Speed Classic

Dutch driver Jan Lammers will race a 1984 Jaguar TWR XJS at the 2025 Speed Classic in Cape Town, set for October 25–26. The event on Philip Kgosana Drive features a 1.8 km hill climb and the “King of the Mountain” contest. The car was once driven by Tom Walkinshaw, who worked with Lammers during his 1988 Le Mans win. Lammers said he’s excited to take part in the event and enjoy the experience.

Click here to read the full article by Cale Nuttall (www.carmag.co.za)

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Why Hirakawa deserves a spot on the grid

31-year-old Toyota driver Ryo Hirakawa says his role as Haas’s test and reserve driver is a step toward a full-time Formula 1 seat. He’s taken part in several Friday practice sessions this year through Toyota’s deal with Haas. Hirakawa believes he deserves a chance, even though Haas’s current drivers mean he may have to wait until 2027. He says he’s ready for the opportunity when it comes.

Click here to read the full article by Scott Mitchell-Malm (www.the-race.com)

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Perez to test Ferrari for Cadillac at Imola

Cadillac will have Sergio Perez drive what’s believed to be a 2023 Ferrari at Imola as part of its preparation for its 2026 Formula 1 debut. The new American team will feature Perez and Valtteri Bottas in its first season and will work with Ferrari’s car for practice. Perez, who lost his Red Bull seat last year, said the two days at Imola will help him get back into shape. Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur confirmed the deal and said Cadillac’s biggest challenges will be the team’s setup, equipment, and logistics.

Click here to read the full article by Jack Oliver Smith (www.motorsportweek.com)