FIA Deputy President resigns over integrity concerns, Alonso unveils £2M Aston Martin valiant supercar, and other big updates

FIA Deputy President resigns over integrity concerns

Reid resigned as FIA deputy president for sport, stating the organization no longer reflects the values of transparency, integrity, and accountability. He wrote that his role conflicted with his principles and that motorsport deserves leadership with respect for proper process. Reid and Motorsport UK chair David Richards were recently blocked from a key council session after they did not agree to a non-disclosure agreement from president Ben Sulayem. With Ben Sulayem up for re-election in December and no official challenger yet, Reid’s departure adds to repeated questions about his leadership.

Click here to read the full article by Dan Lawrence (motorsportweek.com)

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Alonso unveils £2M Aston Martin Valiant supercar

Fernando Alonso showed off his £2 million Aston Martin Valiant, a rare, high-powered supercar now parked alongside his Valkyrie in his Monaco garage. The Valiant boasts a 745 PS 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 engine, carbon fibre body, and a 202 mph top speed. The car, which was unveiled in Monaco and Paris, reflects Alonso’s passion for elite machines. While his F1 results may disappoint, his car collection continues to dominate.

Click here to read the full article at f1i.com

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McLaren will enter WEC in 2027

McLaren has confirmed it will enter the World Endurance Championship’s top Hypercar class in 2027 after years of speculation. The team will face off against manufacturers like Porsche, Toyota, Ferrari, and newcomers Ford and Hyundai. This move puts McLaren in four major motorsport series—Formula 1, IndyCar, Formula E, and now WEC.

Click here to read the full article by Keith Collantine (racefans.net)

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Why the Red Bull is so hard to drive

The current Red Bull is tough to drive, but why? What in its design makes it hard to drive fast? British ex-racing driver and YouTube star spoke with F1 expert Willem Toet to break down Red Bull’s design. It turns out aerodynamic hysteresis plays a role, along with other surprising revelations.

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Know the team bosses!

How well do you know the team bosses across the F1 grid? And what about their nicknames? Some of them might even have nicknames they don’t know about. They also open up about their drivers and their strengths and share a few thoughts on their approach to the season and more. Click here to watch the video.