Renault moves ahead, initiates contract talks with Sainz

Renault has opened contract talks with Carlos Sainz, putting itself ahead of the curve in the event that the Spaniard, currently on loan from Red Bull, is released by the energy drink company for next year. Renault finds itself in a situation where it does not hold the cards for Sainz who could be brought …

Williams chief designer Ed Wood quits team

Long-time Williams chief designer Ed Wood has left the team for personal reasons, it has been confirmed. Reports had been circulating in the Formula 1 paddock in Barcelona on Thursday. The team finally issued a statement acknowledging the development. “We can confirm that Ed Wood has decided to leave Williams for personal reasons,” the team …

Anine Bing collaborates with photographer Terry O’Neill for limited-edition capsule

Los Angeles-based Anine Bing—which has become known for its rock n’ roll aesthetic of motorcycle jackets, boots, denim, and more—has teamed up with Terry O’Neill to create a limited-edition collection inspired by the late photographer. The collection’s launch follows O’Neill’s death, which happened on Nov. 16 this year. “I have always been inspired by Terry …

Haas admits that criticism from rivals ‘hurts’

The Haas F1 Team has already raised a few eyebrows in 2018, after hitting the ground running with a much more competitive car than its rivals were expecting. It’s given rise to complaints from other teams in the paddock that the VF-18 is just a Ferrari ‘clone’, rather than the team’s own handiwork. That’s not …

Front-row seat to Honda progress led to ‘clear-cut’ decision – Horner

Red Bull Racing’s Christian Horner says the team’s decision to switch to Honda power from 2019 was clear and unambiguous. Red Bull and current engine supplier Renault had been arguing over the deadline by which the Milton Keynes-based outfit would have to reach its decision, with the French manufacturer insisting plans be made clear before …

Force India stumbles in milestone qualifying session

Force India hasn’t enjoyed a satisfactory start to its milestone 200th Grand Prix weekend, with Sergio Perez failing to make the Q2 cut and Esteban Ocon ending his qualifying run just outside the top ten. The Silverstone-based outfit has failed to hold its own this season as ‘best of the rest’, its performance falling short …