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Williams F1 to lose RBS sponsorship
It has been announced today that the sponsorship agreement between Williams F1 and the Royal Bank of Scotland is to terminate at the end of the 2010 campaign - leaving the multiple world championship-winning British outfit in search of a new chief backer.
Andretti backs grandson for USF1 berth
American open-wheel legend Mario Andretti has revealed that he feels grandson Marco would be an ideal choice for the new USF1 team as it begins to piece together its planned programme for the 2010 Formula One season.
Newcomers will take NASCAR approach.
USF1 team principal Peter Windsor has admitted that the Charlotte-based operation could learn a few lessons from its NASCAR neighbours, particularly when it comes to breaking the F1 mould for dealing with the outside world.
BBC unveils 2009 F1 coverage - and return of The Chain
The BBC has elaborated upon its Formula 1 plans in 2009, with news that it is to provide extensive and comprehensive coverage across all of its platforms - and that it is to re-instate Fleetwood Mac's legendary rock anthem The Chain as the sport's theme tune.
Lauda clarifies Hamilton 'no charisma' comments
Niki Lauda has spoken to clarify remarks attributed to him last week suggesting current Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton has no charisma, insisting that his comments were 'misunderstood' and that 'in any case, charisma doesn't make you go any faster'.
Hulkenberg eyeing Williams F1 promotion in 2010
Nico H?lkenberg is a man with a plan, and one who knows exactly where he wants to go and when. He may be missing the final two rounds of the 2008/09 GP2 Asia Series to make way for ART Grand Prix team-mate Pastor Maldonado, but that has not knocked his confidence. Not one bit.
Teixeira: F1 has A1GP envy
A1GP chairman Tony Teixeira has accused both Formula 1 and his counterpart in the top flight, Bernie Ecclestone, of copying ideas from him and of wanting to be like the World Cup of Motorsport - quipping that instead the Formula One Management chief executive should simply 'buy him out'.
Lauda: Hamilton's only charisma is his girlfriend
Formula 1 drivers today have no personalities and the only charisma surrounding current world champion Lewis Hamilton is that of his Pussycat Doll pop star girlfriend - that is the outspoken view of 25-time grand prix-winner Niki Lauda.
Webber: Vettel challenge same as any other
Despite some having uncharitably suggested that the arrival of Formula 1's new youngest-ever race-winner Sebastian Vettel alongside him at Red Bull Racing this year could spell the beginning of the end of his career in the top flight, Mark Webber has insisted that he will approach the battle ahea
ING reveals it is to stay in F1 after all
It may have announced earlier this week that it is to end all of its Formula 1 sponsorship deals at the close of the forthcoming 2009 campaign, but ING already seems to have had a change of heart - in part at least.
Sato handed F1 lifeline with Red Bull test role?
He may have missed out on securing the second berth at Scuderia Toro Rosso in 2009 to S?bastien Bourdais, but Takuma Sato could yet be thrown a Formula 1 lifeline - with the confirmation that the Japanese star is in talks with Red Bull Racing regarding a test and reserve role.
Alonso quashes Renault doubts, team replace Chevrier?
Fernando Alonso has rubbished suggestions that he is set for another tough season in Formula 1 with Renault in 2009 following the poor initial testing pace of the new R29, urging that 'the cars in Jerez are not going to be the ones in Australia'.
F1 licence fee protest weakened as three drivers sign
The stand-off between the Grand Prix Drivers' Association (GPDA) and FIA over the hike in Formula 1 licence fees in 2009 has taken a step in the latter's favour with the news that three drivers have paid up for the mandatory super-licences.
Sandstorm plays havoc with Bahrain test
Having elected to go to Bahrain in search of better weather conditions, Ferrari, BMW Sauber and Toyota were instead left frustrated by a sandstorm which severely limited running on the second day of Formula One testing in the Middle East.
'Spygate' duo Stepney, Coughlan free to return to F1
Nigel Stepney and Mike Coughlan - the two men who came close to bringing Formula 1 to its knees with the well-publicised espionage row of 2007 - have been pronounced free to return to the top flight by FIA President Max Mosley.
Goodman named Go Motorsport ambassador
Former ITV-F1 pit lane reporter Louise Goodman has become the latest Formula One figure to sign up as an ambassador of the MSA's Go Motorsport campaign.
'Blue sky' approach for RB5.
Red Bull Racing designer Adrian Newey has admitted that the latest set of Formula One regulations allowed him to exercise his abilities, albeit not to excess.
Webber rehab picks up pace.
Mark Webber is increasingly confident of being close to full fitness when the Formula One season kicks off at his home race in Melbourne next month, after resorting to alternative recovery techniques to rehabilitate his broken leg.
New management deal sees GPR saved
Leading motorsport clothing and technical equipment supplier Grand Prix Racewear has seen its long-term future secured after the acquisition of the company's assets by karting guru Martin Hines.
In-season F1 testing ban to be.... banned?
The controversial, new-for-2009 in-season ban on Formula 1 testing could already be set to change, it has been suggested, as teams continue to struggle to get to grips with the rule changes and develop the complicated KERS (Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems) technology.
Force India exile Gascoyne to 'work abroad in future'
Mike Gascoyne has revealed that after parting company with Force India F1 back in November, he will likely work abroad in future - as the Silverstone based-squad declined to comment on reports that its former chief technical officer has initiated legal proceedings against the team.
Thirteen different F1 champs under medals system
Thirteen world championships in Formula 1's 59-year history would have been won by different drivers under Bernie Ecclestone's controversial new medals initiative - and ironically, his own team would not have lifted the laurels at all.
Former McLaren boss Teddy Mayer dies at 73
Barely two weeks after Ron Dennis revealed that he is to step down from his role as McLaren team principal after almost three decades at the helm, it has been announced that his predecessor Teddy Mayer has died aged 73.
Panasonic, Philips losses to hit Toyota and Williams?
With a number of significant Formula 1 sponsors already well known to be feeling the economic pinch in the wake of the current global credit crunch, it has now been suggested that Toyota title backer Panasonic and Williams' investor Philips could be set to either reduce or scrap their support too