Formula One News — March 2017

MARCH 1, 2017

Rosberg to attend Barcelona test

Two F1 test days into his retirement, world champion Nico Rosberg will be in the paddock on Wednesday.

Wolff, Horner say Melbourne protest possible

Mercedes and Red Bull say the risk rival teams could lodge a protest in Melbourne still exists.

Ferrari close to Mercedes says Steiner

Mercedes and Ferrari are leading the 2017 pack, according to a rival chief.

Drivers less important in 2017 says Alonso

Fernando Alonso has played down hopes the 2017 rules will put the skill of the driver right back in charge in formula one.

Canada GP secure through 2029

Canada's place on the F1 calendar for the next 13 years is secure.

Ferrari's 2017 approach risky says Montezemolo

Ferrari is taking a "risky" approach to the modern era in formula one.

Ferrari media blackout set to end

Kimi Raikkonen impressed at the wheel of Ferrari's 2017 car even though he is suffering from the flu.

Wehrlein not dwelling on missed Merc seat

Pascal Wehrlein insists he is not dwelling on having missed out on the plum Mercedes seat for 2017.

New Ferrari huge step forward says Marchionne

Sergio Marchionne has broken Ferrari's media silence to declare the Italian team "optimistic" ahead of the 2017 world championship.

Pirelli happy to deliver on 2017 promises

Pirelli is happy it has delivered what F1 requested as the sport looks into its new era.

Mercedes denies mixing oil with fuel for F1 boost

Mercedes has shot down a rumour that a secret of its speed has been uncovered.