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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.
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.
Gasly not thinking about Red Bull F1 future
While Pierre Gasly has made it clear driving for Red Bull is his Formula 1 goal, he insists he is focusing on the job at hand with Toro Rosso.
Whiting: Easier-to-follow F1 cars a main goal for 2021
Formula 1 race director Charlie Whiting says producing cars that are easier to follow and promote overtaking are at the forefront of the sport’s future plans.
Hamilton wants Mercedes F1 communication improvements
Lewis Hamilton says Mercedes needs to work on its communication during Formula 1 grands prix, following confusion while battling for the lead in the Australian Grand Prix.
Haas retains Maini as second F1 development driver
Arjun Maini will continue as a development driver for the Haas Formula 1 team for a second successive season during 2018.
Mercedes reveals true cause behind Australian GP defeat
Mercedes says a “bug” in an offline tool used for its Formula 1 Virtual Safety Car calculations caused the issue that led to Lewis Hamilton losing the Australian Grand Prix.
Horner: Melbourne should look at ways to improve overtaking
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner believes Formula 1 needs to look at ways to improve overtaking at the Australian Grand Prix.
Haas keeps Ferrucci as F1 development driver
Santino Ferrucci will continue as a Haas F1 development driver for the third consecutive year in 2018.
Grosjean refutes Haas ‘Ferrari B’ tag
Romain Grosjean has hit out at critics calling Haas the Ferrari B team and feels it undermines the work of the US team in Formula 1.