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Ferrari goes aggressive on Chinese GP F1 tyre choices
Ferrari has opted for a more aggressive tyre selection than chief Formula 1 rival Mercedes for the Chinese Grand Prix later this month, selecting two additional sets of the Ultrasoft compound for the race in Shanghai.
Sergio Perez confident of easier F1 overtaking in Bahrain after struggles
Sergio Perez is confident that Formula 1's overtaking concerns will be eased at this weekend's Bahrain Grand Prix following a number of complaints at the Australia season-opener last month.
Brendon Hartley to draw on LMP1 experience in Bahrain, China
Brendon Hartley will be able to draw on his experience of racing in both Bahrain and China in the next two Formula 1 race weekends thanks to previous appearances at the circuits as part of Porsche's LMP1 line-up.
Alfa Romeo Sauber appoints new F1 aerodynamics chief
Alfa Romeo Sauber has announced that Jan Monchaux has joined the Formula 1 team as its new head of aerodynamics, working under technical director Jörg Zander.
Ricciardo “likely” to suffer engine penalties in 2018
Daniel Ricciardo concedes he’s already bracing for engine grid penalties during the 2018 Formula 1 season with Red Bull given the tighter rules on component usage this year.
Red Bull pins F1 shake up on simplifying rules
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner insists the key to improving Formula 1’s ongoing problems with a wide performance spread between squads is to simplify engine and chassis technical rules to place more emphasis on drivers.
Force India confirms front wing upgrade for Bahrain
Force India Chief Operating Officer Otmar Szafnauer says his squad will run a new front wing for the Bahrain Grand Prix having debuted a raft of updates at the 2018 Formula 1 opener.
Magnussen certain F1 overtaking issues circuit-dependent
Kevin Magnussen has hit back at the lack of overtaking digs at the 2018 Formula 1 opener in Australia by explaining it is likely to be circuit-dependent and predicts better action in Bahrain.
Lowe: Mercedes work to stay top shouldn’t be underestimated
Former Mercedes technical boss Paddy Lowe says the defending Formula 1 world champion’s efforts to maintain its advantage at the sharp end of the grid in 2018 shouldn’t be dismissed.
Vettel “confused” by F1 race start switch, grid girl drops
Sebastian Vettel says he was confused why Formula 1 bosses opted to drop the use of grid girls and the switch on race start times but shrugs off the impact of the changes to the sport.
More practice will cure pit stop woe – Steiner
Haas team principal Guenther Steiner says the key cure to its pit stop nightmare in Australia will be extra practice in preparation to bounce back at the Bahrain Grand Prix.
Nick Chester: One year gardening leave enough for FIA F1 staff
Renault Formula 1 technical chief Nick Chester has downplayed the impact FIA staff can have when joining teams, saying that a one-year gardening leave period is "probably enough" to ensure there is no advantage to be gained.
Paddy Lowe supports 'robust' F1 steward penalties after Ricciardo outcry
Williams technical chief Paddy Lowe says he supports the "robust" penalties handed out by Formula 1 stewards to drivers despite outcry following Daniel Ricciardo's grid drop for the Australian Grand Prix last weekend.
Kevin Magnussen: No guarantee Haas Australia F1 form will continue
Haas' impressive form at the Formula 1 season-opener in Australia last weekend is no guarantee that it will be strong at the next race in Bahrain, according to Kevin Magnussen.
Mercedes confident Hamilton's F1 engine in 'good shape' despite Australia concern
Mercedes remains confident Lewis Hamilton's Formula 1 engine remains in "good shape" despite his decision to ease off in the closing stages of last weekend's Australian Grand Prix to help preserve his power unit.
Renault encouraged by Australia F1 reliability after late-2017 struggles
Renault Formula 1 chief Cyril Abiteboul took heart from the French manufacturer's issue-free start to the 2018 season in Australia last weekend after recurring reliability issues blighted the backend of last year.
Hakkinen: Mercedes not to blame for losing F1 season-opener in Melbourne
Two-time Formula 1 world champion Mika Hakkinen believes Mercedes cannot be blamed for the error that led to Lewis Hamilton losing out on victory to Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel in Melbourne.
Valtteri Bottas: Mercedes 'not miles clear' of F1 field in 2018
Valtteri Bottas believes Mercedes is "not miles clear" of the Formula 1 field despite teammate Lewis Hamilton's dominant display for much of the Australian Grand Prix race weekend, with the Finn anticipating a close championship battle.
Grosjean: Haas no longer just trying to survive in F1
Romain Grosjean believes Haas’ performance in Australia was a significant turning point in the team’s history, insisting it is no longer “just trying to survive” in Formula 1.
Steiner: Haas-Ferrari F1 relationship 'well above board' despite complaints
Haas Formula 1 chief Günther Steiner has insisted the team's relationship with technical partner Ferrari is "well above board" despite facing criticism from rivals about the development of its car.
Brendon Hartley already thinking about long-term F1 future
Brendon Hartley says he is already about ensuring he stays in Formula 1 beyond the end of the 2018 season following his surprise entry to the sport last year with Toro Rosso.
Paul di Resta to make Le Mans debut with United Autosports
Paul di Resta will make his debut at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June after completing United Autosports' two-car LMP2 line-up for the 2018 race.
Mercedes 'about to finalise last topics' of Lewis Hamilton's new F1 contract
Mercedes is close to finalising the final topics of Lewis Hamilton's new Formula 1 contract that will keep him with the team beyond the end of the season, according to the manufacturer's racing chief, Toto Wolff.
Raikkonen on Halo: F1 car looks change every year with no impact on driving
Kimi Raikkonen has moved to quash any concerns regarding Formula 1’s controversial Halo cockpit system, insisting it has no impact on driving following the Australian Grand Prix.