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Drivers have criticised 2026 regulations that split power 50/50 between internal combustion and electrical units, saying energy-management rules have forced slower, less exciting racing. Lando Norris has said commercial aims — and manufacturers such as Audi entering the sport — have driven the changes, and drivers say they have had little say in rulemaking.
Ferrari’s first fully electric Luce has sold at Sotheby’s Monterey for $40 million, a record for a new car at auction. Proceeds go to the Ferrari Foundation’s educational programs. The sale follows mixed reception to the EV’s design and Ferrari’s push into electrification.
Mercedes are limiting upgrades under the 2026 cost cap while rivals press ahead, widening the performance gap at the front. Norris has won twice in a row for McLaren, with Antonelli leading the standings and Russell close behind. Monza looms as a crucial test for Ferrari, McLaren, and Mercedes.
Lando Norris and McLaren have won the Dutch Grand Prix after a bold tyre strategy and strong pace, overtaking Antonelli who started from pole. Verstappen suffered a dramatic first-lap crash but escaped unharmed. Norris now narrows the gap to the championship leader and shows McLaren’s upgrades are paying off.
Lando Norris has moved within striking distance in the title race after a strategic masterclass in Zandvoort. Norris has overtaken rivals to win the Dutch Grand Prix, with Antonelli still leading the standings and Russell closing in. Verstappen’s dramatic Lap 1 crash disrupted the race and reshaped the podium picture.
Tate and Tristan Tate are in Florida custody while British prosecutors pursue extradition on rape, sex trafficking, and related charges. Their lawyers say online posts are designed to attract attention and income, though prosecutors describe them as evidence of a flight risk. The lawyers argue wealth claims are exaggerated and that rented assets are used for promotional content.
The Tate brothers have remained in a federal detention center in Miami since their July 18 arrest. A judge will decide if they should stay detained during a prolonged extradition process, with prosecutors arguing flight risk and defense contending wealth claims were exaggerated online.
The Tate brothers have been held in US custody while Britain advances extradition requests. They deny wrongdoing, while prosecutors argue they pose a flight risk. A judge will decide if they stay in custody while extradition proceedings proceed, which could take months.
A review roundup of genre fare, from a high-octane Australian liver-delivery caper to a retro-styled Cold War bromance, and a TV legal drama adaptation that leaves critics divided. The slate features Runner’s gory, gamey camp; Knightfall’s retro charm; Mayday’s action mischief; and The Rainmaker’s courtroom soap — each casting a different light on how thrillers and legal tales move in the streaming era.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has raised national-security concerns about Ford’s ties to Chinese battery tech and plans with Geely in Spain, prompting political and regulatory scrutiny. Ford defends its approach, while lawmakers press for clarity on independence from Chinese tech.
Kimi Antonelli has extended his lead in the drivers’ standings after winning Monza from 19th on the grid, while Hamilton finishes sixth as Ferrari’s strategy and team dynamics come under renewed scrutiny. Russell remains in contention; Leclerc suffers a high-speed crash.
Kimi Antonelli has won the Monza Grand Prix after passing teammate George Russell with three laps to go, extending his lead in the drivers’ standings to 66 points. Russell finished second as Verstappen completed the podium. Ferrari endured a difficult day, with Leclerc crashing out early and Hamilton finishing sixth.
Kimi Antonelli has extended his championship lead after winning at Madrid’s Madring circuit, where overtaking proved difficult and for many the race failed to live up to expectations. Norris faced misfortune under a virtual safety car, while drivers call for changes to improve racing at the controversial street circuit.
Kimi Antonelli takes an eighth win from 14 races as McLaren’s Lando Norris suffers late misfortune under the Virtual Safety Car. Norris leads at pole but a VSC timing costs him the race; Antonelli capitalises to extend his championship margin.
Kimi Antonelli has won the Madrid street race amid criticisms of the circuit’s value for overtaking. Verstappen finished second, Norris missed out on victory after a late pit under yellow flags, and Hamilton retired with brake trouble as the race failed to deliver high-octane action.
The 2027 Formula 1 schedule has expanded sprint races from six to ten, with Monaco hosting a short-form event for the first time. Other sprints are planned in Bahrain, Australia, Japan, Abu Dhabi, Canada, Britain, Italy, Brazil and Qatar as organisers seek greater fan engagement amid regional tensions and security concerns.
Esteban Ocon has been told Haas will part ways with him at year’s end. He has been racing in F1 since 2016 and has previously won the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix. Ocon says he remains motivated and will push for strong results in the remaining races while seeking future opportunities. Haas thanks him for his professionalism as they move to appoint a replacement.
Verstappen has claimed pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix sprint after a weather-affected, incident-packed qualifying session. Leclerc and Hamilton finish close behind, with Russell facing penalties that could shape Sunday’s race. Several front-runners struggle on the final runs as track conditions vary.
Kimi Antonelli has dominated this season and is poised to become the youngest Formula 1 world champion if he finishes ninth or better in Mexico City. Russell and Hamilton trail, with Mercedes scrambling to tune the upgrade package as the championship remains in reach for the Italian driver.
Tesla has announced a wind-down of Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory to free capacity for the Cybercab robotaxi. The move follows years of underwhelming sales and shifts the company toward AI and robotics as its core focus. The Cybertruck, delivered since 2023, has not met early demand forecasts and has faced recalls and quality concerns.
Mercedes has secured the Formula One constructors’ world championship at Interlagos after Lando Norris wins the Sao Paulo Grand Prix in wet-dry conditions; Max Verstappen recovers from a 21st-grid start to finish second, while Kimi Antonelli’s title status is confirmed with a fifth for him and a fourth for Russell.