Aston Martin slips up in 2024 cost cap review

Aston Martin slips up in 2024 cost cap review

The FIA completed its 2024 cost cap review and found that only Aston Martin broke the rules in a minor way, while all other teams and engine manufacturers complied. Aston Martin’s mistake was sending unsigned financial papers before the March 31 deadline and adding the signature later on April 15. The FIA said the delay occurred due to unexpected issues the team couldn’t control. Since Aston Martin didn’t gain any advantage, it won’t be punished but will cover the cost of the review process.

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Is Tsunoda running out of time at Red Bull?

Jamie Chadwick believes Yuki Tsunoda’s relationship with Red Bull is “already broken” after another disappointing race in Mexico, where a slow 12-second pit stop ruined his chances of scoring points. She said Tsunoda’s tone shows frustration and suggests he no longer feels the need to protect the team. Jacques Villeneuve also criticized Tsunoda for sounding unhappy and making excuses for his poor form. Helmut Marko said a decision will come after the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, but it’s likely Tsunoda will lose his seat to Isack Hadjar and take a reserve role next year.

Click here to read the full article by Connor McDonagh (crash.net)

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Droplight expands Foster RLL deal

Droplight will stay as the main sponsor for Louis Foster’s No. 45 Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing Honda in a new long-term deal. The partnership started at the Indianapolis 500 with Droplight’s tequila brand, Desnuda, and later included more of its other brands. Droplight’s CEO said the deal shows their focus on new ideas and stronger ties with fans and companies. Team owner Bobby Rahal said the partnership brings great value and helps both sides grow together.

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Herta returns to IMSA with Wayne Taylor Racing

Colton Herta will race again with Wayne Taylor Racing in 2026 for three IMSA Endurance Cup events, driving the No. 40 Cadillac V-Series.R with Jordan Taylor and Louis Deletraz. The three already had success together, winning at Sebring and finishing on the podium at Daytona. Herta will also race in Formula 2 next year with Hitech and is the first driver to be part of both Cadillac’s sports car and F1 programs. Action Express Racing will keep the same drivers for 2026, Jack Aitken, Earl Bamber, and Frederik Vesti, after finishing the 2025 season with two big wins.

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Austin Dillon’s PBR team wins first title

The Carolina Cowboys, owned by Richard Childress and managed by Austin Dillon, won the 2025 PBR Team Championship in Las Vegas. The team rose from fifth place to beat the Austin Gamblers and Missouri Thunder for the title. Clay Guiton was the star, staying perfect through all his attempts. Dillon, known for his NASCAR career, now celebrates a PBR title as the team’s general manager.

Click here to read the full article by Nick DeGroot (www.motorsport.com)