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12 March 2026

Will BYD be the next automotive giant to join Formula 1? 

BYD might become the next automotive giant to throw its hat into the ring and compete in Formula 1.  According to a report published by Bloomberg, the brand is exploring the possibility of joining F1, which would make it the first Chinese brand to do so.  While this might sound a bit far-fetched having a BYD line up alongside the
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20 February 2026
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Watch: Liam Lawson takes on Shane van Gisbergen and Mad Mike in off-road challenge 

Three Kiwi motorsport stars have put their driving skills to the test during a hilarious off-road racing tournament.  Centred around Mad Mike’s rotary-powered stadium truck, the trio of...
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13 February 2026
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Verstappen speaks out against new F1 regulations following Bahrain test 

Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has slammed the sport’s new power unit regulations.  His comments come following two days of testing in Bahrain, where drivers have experienced...
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11 February 2026
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Sir Scott Dixon to become first full-time driver inducted into Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame 

Kiwi Indycar star Sir Scott Dixon will be inducted into the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame later this year.  Not only will he stake his claim in...
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29 January 2026
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Jim Richards recognised in Australia Day Honours List 

Jim Richards has been recognised in this year’s Australia Day Honours List, receiving an Honorary Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the General Division for “significant...
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20 January 2026
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Report: Aston Martin pulls out of Formula 1 safety car deal 

Mercedes is set to become the sole supplier of safety vehicles for the 2026 Formula 1 season, as Aston Martin has pulled out.  According to a report first...
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20 January 2026
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Paddon ready for his WRC return in Monte Carlo

Hayden Paddon and John Kennard are said to be ‘as ready as they can be’ for their return to the WRC when Rally Monte Carlo gets underway on...
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19 January 2026
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Watch: Sergio Perez completes Cadillac’s first F1 testing laps  

Cadillac’s Formula 1 team has completed its first laps with Sergio Perez behind the wheel. Completed during a promotional shakedown at Silverstone, Perez was in the hot seat,...
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16 January 2026
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Liam Lawson’s Racing Bulls ride unveiled for 2026 F1 season

Red Bull Racing has unveiled both the Red Bull and the Racing Bull cars for the 2026 Formula 1 season.  Unveiled at an event that launched Red Bull’s...
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16 January 2026
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Liam Lawson to join Verstappen and Hadjar at Red Bull F1 livery unveiling 

Kiwi Formula 1 star Liam Lawson will join Max Verstappen and Isaack Hadjar at the unveiling of Red Bull’s 2026 livery.  The event, which is set to kick...
3 July 2026
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IndyCar: Scott Dixon likely to join McLaren following departure from Chip Ganassi Racing

Chip Ganassi Racing has confirmed Scott Dixon will not return to the team for the 2027 season.  Dixon was reportedly offered a contract with the team which would have seen his career out there, but he declined this.  “Scott Dixon has recently informed the team that he will not be returning in 2027,” Chip Ganassi Racing said in a statement.
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29 June 2026
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F1: Liam Lawson continues points streak with ninth-place finish in Austria

Liam Lawson has continued his points scoring streak in Formula 1 with a ninth-place finish at the Red Bull Ring in Austria.  While the Grand Prix featured a lot of overtaking, both Liam and his team mate Arvin Lindblad finished in the same position as where they qualified.  “It was really hot out there today, but overall it was a
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17 June 2026
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Thunder Ridge Motorsport Park seeks Foundation Members as circuit layout is finalised 

Thunder Ridge Motorsport Park, New Zealand’s newest motorsport facility, is seeking Foundation Members to help with funding.  According to a post on the facility’s Facebook page, a Foundation Member package is being finalised for those who get in early.  This package will “likely include up to 45 free practice days on the circuit each year, access to selected events, their
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15 June 2026
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F1: Lawson finishes eighth as Hamilton claims victory in Barcelona

Liam Lawson has continued his F1 points streak, claiming eighth position in a drama-filled Spanish Grand Prix. The Kiwi star finished one position ahead of Arvin Lindblad, his Racing Bulls team mate, meaning it was another double points weekend.  While Lawson crossed the finish line in ninth, a yellow flag penalty for Colapinto dropped him from eighth to tenth, meaning
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