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Porsche Launches A New 911 Race Car
The $375,500 Porsche 911 GT4 R has a flat-six engine producing 512 horsepower. It begins racing next year.
🏆 MotorsportPorsche reveals price tag for brand-new 911 GT4 R
Porsche has pulled the covers off its first 911-based GT4-spec race car that will be rolled out in 2027. The post Porsche reveals price tag for brand-new 911 GT4 R appeared first on Speedcafe.com.
Solberg: I’ve put myself in a hard position
Oliver Solberg still believes he can win this year’s World Rally Championship, but admitted his Tarmac form has put him in a “hard position”. The... Read more The post Solberg: I’ve put myself in a ha
🏆 MotorsportMotorsport Australia responds to controversial AASA sale
Motorsport Australia has pledged support for the Benalla Auto Club amid the fallout of a claim that its Australian Auto-Sport Alliance has been sold. The post Motorsport Australia responds to controve
🚗 CarsPorsche's New GT4 Race Car Is Based on the 911 for the First Time
The $375,000 GT4-spec racer features a 4.0-liter flat-six from the 911 GT3 Cup car and will compete in the 2027 season.
🏁 NASCARSpire and Chris Gabehart countersue Joe Gibbs Racing
In responding to the second amended revision of the Joe Gibbs Racing lawsuit against Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports, both defendants re-established their defense and denials while also filing co
BMW M3 Touring poised for epic Neue Klasse comeback
Massive success of BMW's straight-six super estate lays groundwork for a second outing The M3 Touring will live on in BMW's Neue Klasse era, in part thanks to unexpectedly high demand in markets such
🏆 MotorsportTickford boss credits Polish import after Darwin triumph
The injection of a Le Mans-winning engineer into Tickford Racing has been credited with playing a part in the squad’s in-season turnaround. The post Tickford boss credits Polish import after Darwin tr
🏆 Motorsport2026 F1 Austrian Grand Prix – Schedule, how to watch, TV times & more
Here are all the TV and session times, and how to watch the 2026 Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix so you don't miss a second of the action. The post 2026 F1 Austrian Grand Prix – Schedule, how to watch,
🏁 NASCARShane van Gisbergen on Austin Hill: “Two weeks in a row, taken out by the same spud”
In a recap video posted to his YouTube channel this week, Shane van Gisbergen reflected on a disappointing result at San Diego, and appeared to take aim at Austin Hill for the race-ending restart cras
🏆 MotorsportTriple Eight digging into straight line speed struggle
A lack of straight line speed was a somewhat mysterious factor in Triple Eight’s uncharacteristically difficult weekend at the Darwin Triple Crown. The post Triple Eight digging into straight line spe
🏆 Motorsport24 Hours of Spa – Schedule, how to watch, entries & more
Some of the world’s best drivers will converge on Spa-Francorchamps for the biggest GT3 race of the year. The post 24 Hours of Spa – Schedule, how to watch, entries & more appeared first on Speedcafe.
🏆 MotorsportPopular Sky Sports F1 presenter announces exit
Rachel Brookes has announced she has left Sky Sports F1 after a long-running spell as one of the most recognisable voices of its coverage. The post Popular Sky Sports F1 presenter announces exit appea
🏆 MotorsportFerrari brings first ADUO engine upgrade to Austria
Ferrari will introduce its first ADUO-assisted engine upgrade of the 2026 Formula 1 season at this weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix. The post Ferrari brings first ADUO engine upgrade to Austria appeared
🏁 NASCARNoah Gragson warned of serious 'consequences' after planning to punch Kevin Magnussen
In a new interview with SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, Front Row Motorsports driver Noah Gragson revealed that he planned to punch Kevin Magnussen in their San Diego post-race confrontation, but was warned of
Round-up: Changes to Red Bull Ring pit lane to accommodate extra garages, and more | RaceFans Round-up
Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.
Audi Q4 E-Tron
Big-selling electric SUV looks to boost its well-established appeal Audi managed something many of its competitors couldn’t last year. It hit a 28% share of electric vehicle sales in the UK, 4% north
🚗 CarsNew Hypercar Startup Wants to Change How Humans Fit into Cars
Sanrivatti says we ought to try 'Apex Position,' a blend of motorcycle-style riding and driving, for a mid-engined supercar.
🏁 NASCARNASCAR instructs Cup teams to remove bumper foam from short track races
NASCAR has issued a rules bulletin to Cup Series teams in advance of a stretch of races under a mile in which foam is being removed from the front and rear bumpers during those race weekends.The upcom
Watch A New Chevy Blazer Obliterate A 1996 Model In A Crash Test
The IIHS pitted a 2026 Blazer against its 30-year-old predecessor. The winner is predictable—but the footage is chilling.
🚗 CarsChevrolet Revives Its Iconic 'Heartbeat of America' Ad Campaign
The tagline from the 1980s and '90s is back, this time with literal heartbeats. It was a stroke of luck that the original campaign caught on the way it did.
🏁 NASCARThe part-time drivers who have beaten the odds to win a modern NASCAR Cup race
Competing as a part-time driver was very common in the early years of NASCAR, with drivers even winning championships without committing to the full season-long schedule.But as the years went by and t
Saleen Wants You To Help Save It
Saleen Automotive is seeking new investors, and you can use your hard-earned cash to purchase some common stock in the builder.
🚗 CarsClass-Action Lawsuit Blames AI for Causing Gas Price Inflation in California
The suit alleges that AI-powered gas pricing company Kalibrate and the gas station operators that use its software are guilty of anti-trust violations in the state.
🚗 Cars2027 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Gets a Price Cut with Revived FWD
Mitsubishi's subcompact SUV will now start at $25,505, which is $1500 less than last year's least expensive model.
🪨 WRC / RallyTanak to contest ERC round with Toyota
Ott Tanak’s development driver role at Toyota will extend to driving a Rally2 car at the Rally di Roma Capitale European Rally Championship round next week.The 2019 world champion will team up with lo
These Automakers Sold The Most Cars in Europe Last Month
Volkswagen remains the leader, ahead of Stellantis and Renault. BYD, Chery, Tesla, and Leapmotor grew, while Ford and Nissan declined.
Tänak to drive Toyota zero car at Rally di Roma Capitale
Ott Tänak will make his first rally appearance for Toyota since 2019 at next month’s Rally di Roma Capitale, driving a GR Yaris Rally2 as the... Read more The post Tänak to drive Toyota zero car at Ra
🏁 NASCARRyan Newman to make NASCAR Truck start with Kaulig and Ram
Ryan Newman hasn't started any NASCAR national-level race since 2021, and hasn't run a Truck race since the 2018 season, but that will change at North Wilkesboro Speedway on July 18.Newman, 48, will d
🚗 CarsHonda Element to Return as an Affordable Hybrid in 2029: Report
The original Element had a distinctly boxy look and cultivated a cult following before Honda discontinued the model in 2011.
M-Sport will develop Rally2 WRC Kit for 2027
M-Sport team principal Richard Millener confirmed to DirtFish that the team will develop a Rally2 WRC Kit for the Ford Fiesta Rally2 in 2027. On... Read more The post M-Sport will develop Rally2 WRC K
🚗 Cars2027 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat
Review, Pricing, and Specs
Driven: Porsche Taycan gets gearshifts - and renewed driver appeal
Zuffenhausen takes on Hyundai's N division with its own take on a virtual gearbox – and we drive it Porsche is rolling out a number of major updates to its Taycan sports saloon, most notably a new E-S
Costco Members Can Get A Big Discount On Certain Volkswagen SUVs
Costco members can get up to $1,250 off a Tiguan, Altas, or Atlas Cross Sport. Here's how.
🚗 CarsView Interior Photos of the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL
See the interior of the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL from every angle.
🏍️ MotoGPAprilia on Marc Marquez’s winning form: “First, we need to watch ourselves”
Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola says the Italian marque first needs to get its own house in order before worrying about Marc Marquez’s renewed form on the Ducati.Reigning MotoGP champion Marquez has
This Quirky Honda Is Coming Back: Report
A new Honda Element will allegedly enter production in 2029.
🏁 NASCARWhere to watch NASCAR Cup races now that the Prime broadcast is over
NASCAR is back on TNT (and HBO Max) for the next five weeks, following Prime Video's five-week run, which concluded with the San Diego street course race at Naval Base Coronado.Sonoma, Chicagoland, At
🏍️ MotoGPDucati signs Pedro Acosta alongside Marc Marquez in MotoGP
Ducati has officially signed Pedro Acosta for the 2027 and 2028 MotoGP seasons, forming a dream lineup with Marc Marquez in its works team.The news was finally made public on Wednesday, two hours afte
🏍️ MotoGPDucati announces Acosta as Bagnaia replacement for MotoGP 2027
Ducati has officially signed Pedro Acosta for the 2027 and 2028 MotoGP seasons, forming a dream line-up with Marc Marquez in its works team.The news was finally made public on Wednesday, two hours aft
The Slate Truck Is More Expensive Than Expected
Despite the higher starting price, Slate increased the Truck’s range and capability.
Morgan And Pininfarina Team Up For Stunning BMW-Powered Coupe
A manual gearbox away from perfection.
🏍️ MotoGPDucati confirms Francesco Bagnaia's exit for MotoGP 2027
Francesco Bagnaia will officially leave the factory Ducati squad at the end of the 2026 MotoGP season and join rival Aprilia next year.The two-time series champion is expected to be replaced by KTM st
🏍️ MotoGPBagnaia to officially leave Ducati at end of MotoGP 2026
Francesco Bagnaia will officially leave the factory Ducati squad at the end of the 2026 MotoGP season and join rival Aprilia next year.The two-time series champion is expected to be replaced by KTM st
What if you drove an Autocar? The name that's more than a magazine
The Autocar companies: The auto pioneers, pretenders, and partners who shared our name Like 'Volkswagen Golf' or 'Citroën', 'Autocar' is an odd name normalised in the public consciousness purely by fa
🏍️ MotoGPCal Crutchlow calls for MotoGP weather protocol after sweltering Czech GP
Cal Crutchlow believes MotoGP should consider introducing a weather protocol after completing what he described as ‘one of the hottest races of his career’ during the Czech Grand Prix.MotoGP riders we
10 key questions ahead of WRC 2026 part two
The 2026 World Rally Championship resumes with a milestone. For the first time in series history, the entire second half of the season is to... Read more The post 10 key questions ahead of WRC 2026 pa
🏎️ Formula 1Does Red Bull’s denial that Racing Bulls is helping it on-track stack up?
The debate surrounding common ownership in Formula 1, often linked to the two Red Bull teams, was recently reignited by Mercedes and Toto Wolff's apparent interest in acquiring shares in the Alpine ou
Morgan returns to coupes with stunning Midsummer hard-top
Extensive redesign creates glass-topped version of Pininfarina special – limited to just nine cars Morgan has turned its stunning Midsummer roadster into an ultra-exclusive coupé – its first hard-top
Are Ferrari back? What is McLaren’s ‘experimental’ wing?: Six Austrian GP talking points | Formula 1
Ferrari are expected to introduce a new engine this weekend while McLaren have an "experimental" wing as they bid to close on Mercedes in Austria.
Call for action as speed limit assist tech fails real-world tests
Intelligent speed assist misreads up to one in four sign changes, prompting safety body to call for tougher rules A major UK safety body is calling for revisions to the way in-vehicle speed limit reco
Shell rethinks small electric cars with ultra-efficient concept
Triple10 promises faster charging and better environmental credentials thanks to battery cooling breakthrough Energy giant Shell has unveiled its vision for the future of small electric cars, previewi
Round-up: F1 reintroduces boost mode in poor weather conditions on safety grounds, and more | RaceFans Round-up
Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.
🏁 NASCARTwo Bubba Wallace crew members suspended after NASCAR San Diego loose wheel
As expected, NASCAR has suspended two crew members from the No. 23 23XI Racing Toyota of Bubba Wallace.Rear tire changer Adam Hartman and jackman Nathan Ricketts have been suspended for the next two N
Mazda 6e
Mazda enlists Chinese help to finally build a long-range EV – can it take the fight to Tesla? The Mazda 6e feels like something of a forced hand for the Japanese manufacturer.Many of us would love for
🏎️ Formula 1Audi surprises rivals as it ran upgraded F1 engine at Barcelona GP after ADUO verdict
Audi introduced a new Formula 1 power unit as early as the Barcelona Grand Prix, after the FIA communicated the results of the first ADUO period.The Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities me
🏎️ Formula 1From simulator to stopwatch: The creative evidence teams have used to dispute F1 race results
Formula 1 teams have the power to appeal penalties imposed by the stewards over a race weekend. But to do so, they must present new evidence that hasn’t yet been seen before by F1’s law enforcement.As
🏍️ MotoGPJorge Martin: “Game on” between Aprilia and Ducati after Marc Marquez’s recent wins
Jorge Martin says the fight is on between Aprilia and Ducati after the Borgo Panigale marque closed the gap between the two with a double win in MotoGP's Czech Grand Prix.Aprilia started the 2026 seas
🏎️ Formula 1FIA confirms 2027 F1 power unit changes
The FIA has formally greenlit F1's move towards a 60/40 power unit split over the next two years, as it makes two key safety changes for 2026.Earlier this year, the FIA had banned drivers from using B
🏎️ Formula 1How Formula E’s F1-like calendar sees the two series converging – but also diverging
When Formula E unleashes its brand-new generation of machinery– the 600kW, all-wheel drive Gen4 car– it will do so on its most diverse calendar yet, with a mixture of street circuits, classic permanen
🪨 WRC / RallyFIA announces Rally2 car upgrade kit to increase competition for WRC 2027
The FIA has announced plans to introduce an upgrade kit for Rally2 cars to compete against top-level World Rally Championship machinery for the 2027 and 2028 seasons.With the WRC adopting new WRC27 te
FIA reveals how Rally2 will fight for the WRC
The FIA has provided clarity on how Rally2 cars will compete for next year’s World Rally Championship. News came out of Tuesday’s Macau meeting of... Read more The post FIA reveals how Rally2 will fig
🏍️ MotoGP"Maybe I forgot how to ride a MotoGP" bike, says Franco Morbidelli
Franco Morbidelli's ongoing difficulties in MotoGP continued at last weekend's Czech Grand Prix, after which the VR46 Ducati man wondered out loud if he had forgotten how to ride a MotoGP bike."I did
🏍️ MotoGPDucati announces Marc Marquez contract extension through 2028
Ducati has officially confirmed Marc Marquez' contract extension for the 2027 and 2028 MotoGP seasons.With the Concorde Agreement now finalised after delaying movement in the 2027 rider market, Ducati
Hamilton not thinking of eighth title yet after breakthrough Ferrari victory | Formula 1
Lewis Hamilton says it's still "very hard to think long-term at the moment" about his championship chances after scoring his first victory at Ferrari.
Round-up: Sky F1 presenter reveals “horrific” abuse over Verstappen interview, and more | RaceFans Round-up
Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.
🏍️ MotoGPPirelli's Brno test ends with Aprilia on top and minor crash for Marc Marquez
The first MotoGP test with 850cc bikes and Pirelli tyres for contracted race riders concluded this Monday at the Brno Autodrom, with Aprilia topping the times and Marc Marquez suffering a small crash.
🏍️ MotoGPMotoGP bans front holeshot devices immediately, tweaks grid layout from German GP
MotoGP has banned front holeshot devices with immediate effect, while grid spacing will be expanded from next month’s German Grand Prix.The series had been weighing up a ban on front holeshot devices
🏎️ Formula 1What happens next as appeal against Gasly's Monaco podium decision goes to court
McLaren and Red Bull are currently awaiting a date for their International Court of Appeal hearing after they took issue with the Monaco Grand Prix stewards reinstating Pierre Gasly's Formula 1 podium
🏎️ Formula 1Obituary: Ferrari’s first monocoque maker John Thompson
John Thompson never sought fame nor publicity, but his TC Prototypes (TCP) fabrication and subcontract company was a largely unsung linchpin of the motorsport industry in Britain and beyond for in exc
🏍️ MotoGPWhy Aprilia appealed against Bezzecchi’s Czech MotoGP ban
Aprilia chose to appeal Marco Bezzecchi’s ban from the Czech Grand Prix due to previous incidents in which other riders received more lenient sanctions for physical misconduct.The championship leader
🏎️ Formula 1Hamilton demands action to tackle "ridiculous" cost of motorsport
Lewis Hamilton has called on the FIA and Formula 1 to implement further changes to make motorsport more accessible, citing the "ridiculous" costs of karting.Hamilton feels motorsport is going in the "
🏍️ MotoGPWhy MotoGP cannot afford to forget Bezzecchi’s slap
The weekend that should have gone down in history as MotoGP's latest Concord Agreement – following the announcement of a historic agreement between the manufacturers and the promoter – will end up bei
How to watch the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix live this weekend | TV Times
It's race week! Formula 1 heads to Red Bull Ring this weekend. Here's how to watch the Austrian Grand Prix and more.
Round-up: Lawson sheds new light on “crazy” set-up he ran in final Red Bull race, and more | RaceFans Round-up
Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.
🏍️ MotoGPMotoGP Czech GP: Marquez outduels Bagnaia to score back-to-back wins
Marc Marquez beat Ducati team-mate Francesco Bagnaia in a straight fight to claim his second consecutive victory of the 2026 MotoGP season at the Czech Grand Prix.After biding his time behind Bagnaia,
🏍️ MotoGPBezzecchi issues apology being hit with Czech GP ban for striking marshal
Marco Bezzecchi has apologised after he was banned from taking part in the Czech Grand Prix for striking a marshal.The MotoGP points leader got into hot water with the stewards after footage emerged s
Is there any fair solution to Formula 1’s Monaco Grand Prix mess? | Debates and Polls
Can it ever be fair to cancel some incorrect penalties but others? Should the Monaco Grand Prix result be cancelled entirely? Give your view on how Formula 1 should fix its latest mess.
🪨 WRC / RallyVital step made towards USA's WRC return
Rally US believes it has “made great strides” towards bringing the World Rally Championship to the USA in 2027 following the completion of a productive candidate event.The WRC has long held an ambitio
🪨 WRC / RallyFIA president sets timeline on new WRC commercial rights holder
The World Rally Championship’s new commercial rights holder will be announced within “three weeks” according to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.The future promotion of the WRC has been a hot topic
🪨 WRC / RallyRovanpera set to resume motorsport career after health issue
Kalle Rovanpera has been cleared to resume his motorsport career after medical grounds forced the two-time world rally champion to postpone plans to contest the 2026 Super Formula season.Rovanpera had
🪨 WRC / RallyRevised gravel tyre set for WRC debut in Greece
World Rally Championship crews are set to have a revised tyre at their disposal for next week’s Acropolis Rally Greece, which marks the start of seven consecutive gravel rallies. After receiving criti
⏱️ GT & EnduranceIMSA stars complete Ford's 2027 WEC Hypercar line-up
Ford has signed Matt Campbell, Nick Yelloly and Tom Blomqvist for its entry into the Hypercar class of the World Endurance Championship in 2027.They join the previously announced trio of Mike Rockenfe
⏱️ GT & EnduranceRoad to Victory: Inside the fight to win at the highest level of endurance racing
-In partnership with Rolex-"It’s such a ballet of finesse...”That’s how legendary racer and Rolex Testimonee Scott Pruett described The Rolex 24 At Daytona in the Road to Victory, a documentary produc
🪨 WRC / RallyWhat Solberg needs to work on after WRC Japan setback
Oliver Solberg identified what he needs to “work on” moving forward following a costly crash while fighting for victory at Rally Japan.The Toyota driver had been reeling in rally leader and team-mate
⏱️ GT & EnduranceIMSA Detroit: Cadillac and Corvette sweep front rows
Cadillac is on top at General Motors' home IMSA round after Earl Bamber took pole for the Chevrolet Detroit Sports Car Classic.The 35-year-old New Zealander drove Whelen Cadillac’s #31 V-Series.R to a
⏱️ GT & EnduranceVanthoor joins McLaren's 2027 WEC programme on Porsche loan deal
Laurens Vanthoor will race for McLaren’s new Hypercar team in the 2027 World Endurance Championship while remaining under contract with Porsche through the end of that season.The Belgian was named as
⏱️ GT & EnduranceHeinrich claims Laguna Seca IMSA win with decisive late overtake
Laurin Heinrich put on a furious charge that ended with a last-lap pass to win it for customer outfit JDC-Miller MotorSports at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.The 24-year-old German chased down Whele
⏱️ GT & EndurancePorsche explains impact of 963 weight increase after Long Beach
"Fortunately, I’ve had my truck driver’s license for over ten years, from when I used to drive around the world with my father’s team," Porsche Penske driver Kevin Estre said with a laugh. Of course,