Formula One News — February 2016
FEBRUARY 4, 2016
Jorda has no problem with Ocon deal
A surprise face at the Renault launch on Wednesday belonged to Carmen Jorda.
F1 pushing ahead with halo, faster tyres for 2017
F1 will press ahead with its plans to protect the drivers' cockpits in 2017, according to Alex Wurz.
FEBRUARY 3, 2016
Renault may change black livery by Melbourne
Renault on Wednesday revealed a black livery for its return as a works F1 team.
Manor not an option for Maldonado says manager
Pastor Maldonado's manager has played down speculation the Venezuelan might rescue his tattered F1 career by joining Manor in 2016.
Williams signs simulator driver Paffett
Williams has signed up former long-time McLaren test driver Gary Paffett.
Marchionne wanted Alfa Romeo deal for Toro Rosso
Fiat Chrysler president Sergio Marchionne wanted Toro Rosso to be powered by Alfa Romeo-branded engines in 2016.
F1's big names attend key Milan meeting
A landmark meeting starring the biggest names in formula one took place in Milan on Tuesday.
Force India to lose co-owner, title sponsor Sahara
Force India looks set to lose its major co-owner and title sponsor Sahara.
FEBRUARY 2, 2016
Maldonado out, Ocon reserve, Wehrlein for Manor?
Pastor Maldonado has confirmed rampant speculation that he has lost his race seat in formula one.
New Toro Rosso one second faster says Verstappen
Toro Rosso's new car is up to a second per lap faster than its 2015 predecessor.
Teammate Chilton cannot watch Bianchi footage
Despite two recent tragedies, former F1 driver Max Chilton is pressing ahead with his career in motor racing.
Force India signs billionaire's son
The father of a young Russian driver signed up by Force India for 2016 is a billionaire.
F1 moves to Milan for more future talks
A meeting last Friday broke with formula one no closer to determining the shape of its future.
Force India eyeing Williams in standings
Force India should set its 2016 sights on F1's third force Williams.
FEBRUARY 1, 2016
Honda not match fit for 2015 return says Arai
Honda's F1 chief Yasuhisa Arai has admitted the Japanese marque struggled with a 'lack of match sharpness' as it returned to the grid in 2015.
Haas to share reserve driver with Ferrari
Haas, the new American F1 team, has no plans to appoint a full-time reserve driver.
Fans will spot Ferrari car changes says Vettel
Sebastian Vettel admits a seasoned eye will quickly recognise the changes made to Ferrari's F1 car for 2016.
Sources say Magnussen deal done
Kevin Magnussen has now agreed a deal to race with the new Renault works team in 2016, according to sources.
McLaren livery change possible for 2016?
Speculation is mounting that McLaren will kick off its hopes for a much better 2016 season with a livery tweak.
Kvyat hopes for small progress in 2016
Daniil Kvyat is hoping Red Bull can improve in 2016.
2016 Toro Rosso-Ferrari set for FIA crash test
Toro Rosso plans to homologate its 2016 chassis later this week, according to a source close to the Faenza based team.