Formula One News — February 2018

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

Lauda slams dumb grid girl ban

Niki Lauda has slammed Liberty Media's decision to ban grid girls.

Massa laments lack of Brazilian F1 drivers

Felipe Massa says he is "disappointed" that his retirement means there are no more Brazilians on the F1 grid.

Wolff tips Hamilton to sign new contract

It is only "a matter of time" before Lewis Hamilton signs a new Mercedes contract.

Series boss says Formula E will overtake F1

The boss of Formula E says he thinks the all-electric series will eventually overtake F1.

Alonso needs Le Mans to prove skills says Domenicali

Fernando Alonso is racing outside formula one to "prove" he remains one of the world's best drivers.

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

Haas drivers exchange compliments

Haas' two F1 drivers are exchanging compliments ahead of the 2018 season.

WEC eyeing calendar tweak for Alonso

The world endurance sports car championship is reportedly considering changing the date of a key race so that Fernando Alonso can take part.

F1 drivers to wear biometric glove in 2018

Late last year, we reported that the FIA has developed a biometric glove that will include a sensor that feeds lifesaving data to the medical team to help in the event of a serious crash.