F1 Fast Five: Newey set to complete championship ambition with Aston Martin, F1 may combine Miami and Canada races, and other big updates

Newey set to complete championship ambition with Aston Martin

Adrian Newey is moving to Aston Martin as Managing Technical Partner starting March 2025. His impressive record with Red Bull, including many championships, has raised hopes for his impact at Aston Martin. Newey’s experience with other top teams makes him a key figure for their 2026 car development. His arrival is seen as crucial for Aston Martin’s chance to become a dominant force in F1.

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F1 may combine Miami and Canada races

Formula One has been focusing on sustainability by rearranging the race calendar, with a recent proposal to combine the Miami and Canadian Grand Prix into a double-header. Currently, the U.S. races and Canada are spaced out, which hinders efforts to reduce carbon emissions due to frequent long-haul travel. Discussions suggest moving the Canadian Grand Prix to May to align with Miami, but this faces challenges due to Miami's fixed schedule and venue constraints. Despite concerns about ticket sales, organizers are open to changes that support Formula One's goal of achieving Net Zero by 2030.

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Alpine's stunning motorhome steals the spotlight

Before the Belgian Grand Prix, Alpine's new motorhome got attention for its sleek, three-story design. Simon Lake led the project, with famous designer Philippe Starck creating the look, and the team finished it quickly. The motorhome was built to be energy-efficient, using LED lights and its own water system. Inside, it has a cozy, chalet-style feel with natural materials and serves as a relaxing space for the race team and VIP guests.

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From rivals to allies: Newey's key role in Alonso's title bid

In late October 2012 at Buddh International Circuit, Fernando Alonso found himself despondent as Sebastian Vettel erased his 37-point championship lead over the past three races, leaving Alonso trailing by six points. Red Bull's dominance under Adrian Newey's design leadership in the RB8 had put Alonso's title hopes at risk despite his conviction in his own abilities. Now, with Aston Martin poised to benefit from Newey's expertise in the 2026 F1 regulations, Alonso sees this as his final shot at securing a long-awaited third world championship, a feat that has eluded him since his back-to-back wins in 2005 and 2006.

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Hulkenberg still baffled by Ferrari’s 2014 decision

Nico Hulkenberg doesn’t know why Ferrari chose Kimi Raikkonen instead of him for the 2014 F1 season. Even though he had a great 2013 with Sauber, Ferrari went with Raikkonen after talks with Hulkenberg. He has asked Stefano Domenicali for an explanation but only gets told to come back later. Despite missing Ferrari, Hulkenberg has raced for teams like Renault and will join Audi in 2026.

Click here to read the full article by Jan van der Burgt & Nick Golding (racingnews365.com)