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Former Alpine team principal Otmar Szafnauer has engaged in discussions with Michael Andretti about potentially leading Andretti-Cadillac's Formula 1 team if their bid is approved. Andretti's entry is under review by Formula 1, facing resistance from existing teams due to potential prize money dilution. Despite uncertainties, Andretti is advancing its plans for a 2025 debut, with Szafnauer expressing interest in joining if the opportunity arises. The team is currently undergoing F1's investigation, aiming for confirmation to optimize staff recruitment and car development for competitiveness.
Click here to read the full article by Phillip van Osten (f1i.com)
Alpine has successfully passed the FIA crash tests for its 2024 Formula 1 car, dispelling earlier rumors of a failure. Before hitting the track, FIA mandates impact evaluations for each chassis to ensure safety standards, with Alpine's A524 facing challenges during homologation. Despite a difficult 2023 season, Alpine, heading into its third season with ground effect machinery, aims to rebound from a fifth-place standing. Red Bull's 2024 challenger reportedly faced initial issues with a frontal impact test, showcasing the common challenge teams face in pushing performance boundaries during winter development.
Click here to read the full article by Taylor Powling (motorsportweek.com)
Petronas, the title sponsor of the Mercedes F1 team, is working to bring back the Malaysian Grand Prix, which left the calendar in 2017 due to declining ticket sales and rising costs. The plan was revealed during a town hall meeting led by Petronas CEO Tengku Muhammad Taufik Tengu Aziz. Despite previous financial concerns, there are renewed efforts to revive the race, known for its exciting Grands Prix and unpredictable weather. This move aligns with the sport's growing popularity, as seen with the addition of new venues like Miami, Jeddah, and Las Vegas in recent years.
Click here to read the full article by Fergal Walsh (racingnews365.com)
Haas acknowledges it understands a significant portion of the tire issues that hindered its Formula 1 performance in 2023, particularly the struggle to preserve tires during races. Despite introducing an aerodynamic upgrade at the United States Grand Prix without conclusive results, the team's focus for the upcoming 2024 season remains on resolving the lingering tire problem. New team boss Ayao Komatsu emphasizes the importance of improving communication and collaboration across departments to address the issue effectively, pointing out potential common factors from past challenges. The goal is to enhance working practices, fostering open discussion and decisive action to move forward as a unified team.
Click here to read the full article by Jonathan Noble (motorsport.com)
Alex Albon started his Formula 1 career with Toro Rosso, Red Bull's sister team. He moved on to the Red Bull team for a short period but was eventually dropped. Even though he found his way to Williams later on, Albon has had to overcome many hurdles, and he talks about the struggles he overcame compared to his good friends Lando Norris and George Russell.