Today’s F1 News Delivered Faster Than a Pit Stop
Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner, who recently transitioned into an analyst role, will now serve as an ambassador for the upcoming Miami Grand Prix in May as he aims to boost Formula 1's growth in the United States. Steiner, who is known for his presence on the F1 Netflix series Drive to Survive, has become a recognizable figure in the sport and will lend his experience and vision to elevate the excitement surrounding the event, according to Miami GP president Tyler Epp. While enjoying his time away from active duty in F1, Steiner remains open to returning to a leadership role if the right opportunity arises.
Click here to read the full article by Filip Cleeren (motorsport.com)
Honda is establishing a new UK base for its Formula 1 engine supply operation, which supports Red Bull's Powertrains Honda units until 2026 when it will return as a manufacturer for Aston Martin. The UK company, Honda Racing Corporation UK Limited, will manage power unit maintenance and PR operations, with its directors being Honda's president and an executive vice president. Honda will recruit staff for this base while continuing to design and manufacture power units in Japan. Red Bull will switch to new power units developed with Ford from 2026, while Honda's history in F1 includes successful stints as both a manufacturer and supplier.
Click here to read the full article by Keith Collantine (racefans.net)
Sauber's operational flaws in Australia cost them valuable points, which showcased their decline over two years and has affected drivers like Valtteri Bottas, whose once-promising performance suffered due to the team's lack of development and ongoing pit stop errors. Despite efforts to address these issues, operational problems persist, hindering the team's ability to compete for points, as shown by Bottas's frustration in Australia. The success of rival teams like Haas underscores the urgency for Sauber to improve both speed and operational efficiency.
Click here to read the full article by Jaden Diaz-Ndisang (lastwordsonsports.com)
Ahead of the Australian Grand Prix, Kym Illman put together an array of gifts to surprise every driver on the grid. He opened them and thought about who would like each one. There were Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones, which are great for music fans like Norris, Sargeant, or Hulkenberg. Plus, there was a gift pack and other surprises.
Liam Lawson is close to securing a spot in Formula 1, with the 22-year-old praising Max Verstappen for his advice. Speaking to Fox Sports, Lawson noted that despite Max's aggressive image on TV, he found him to be quite friendly. Lawson also admitted that it was a shock to realize he would be driving in F1 just a few minutes before his debut, considering he had always dreamed of becoming an F1 driver.