Verstappen upgrades to a $60m Falcon 8X, The unpredictable wild card of the 2025 driver market, and other big updates

Verstappen upgrades to a $60m Falcon 8X

Max Verstappen will be flying around the world in style next season with his new 2022 Falcon 8X, a substantial upgrade from his previous Falcon 900EX. He can now fly non-stop from Europe to Asia or South America, which will save time during the Formula 1 season. This upgrade gives him more comfort and efficiency when traveling.

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The unpredictable wild card of the 2025 driver market

Red Bull's decision to promote Liam Lawson over Yuki Tsunoda last winter caused a stir, and many believed Tsunoda deserved a chance alongside Max Verstappen. While several teams expressed interest in Tsunoda for 2025, Red Bull blocked his move by activating his contract option. Christian Horner's preference for Lawson over Tsunoda has been clear, and it’s unlikely Tsunoda will stay within Red Bull much longer. Tsunoda may explore opportunities with teams like Haas, Cadillac, or even Aston Martin, depending on his performance and market demand.

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Audi set to open new base in UK

Audi is setting up a motorsport technology center in the UK ahead of its 2026 F1 entry. Sauber Motorsport, transitioning into the Audi F1 factory team, plans to establish the new Sauber Motorsport Technology Center UK. The facility aims to tap into the UK's vast motorsport expertise and talent pool, with potential locations including Bicester, Silverstone, and Milton Keynes. This move is part of Audi’s long-term strategy to strengthen its technical capabilities and foster collaboration with top experts in the motorsport industry.

Click here to read the full article by Balazs Szabo (f1technical.net)

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Elkins steps down as Formula E race director

Scot Elkins is leaving his role as Formula E's race director after 10 years due to his father's death in December. He will oversee the Jeddah and Miami E-Prix before handing over to Marek Hanaczewski. Elkins said his family now needs his attention, but he will still work on motorsport projects in the USA. Hanaczewski, who has worked with Elkins since 2017, will take over and continue Formula E's success.

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Vantage partners with Ferrari for multi-year deal

Vantage Markets has teamed up with Ferrari’s Formula 1 team in a multi-year deal. Vantage’s branding will be seen across Ferrari’s F1 operations, showing their shared focus on speed, innovation, and performance. Vantage CEO Marc Despallieres said the partnership matches Ferrari’s legacy with their goal to help traders. Vantage has also improved its copy trading services by adding more currencies and account types for users.

Click here to read the full article Tarek Sikder (financemagnates.com)