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The incident resulted in Magnussen receiving penalty points that pushed him over the limit for the season, triggering the automatic suspension.

The race itself at Monza was no walk in the park for Haas. Magnussen found himself in hot water after attempting to overtake Gasly at Turn 4. The move went awry as Magnussen locked up and made contact with the Alpine, a mistake that the stewards judged to be entirely his fault.

They noted that he did not execute the manoeuvre in a

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Kevin Magnussen Banned From Azerbaijan Grand Prix

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Haas driver Kevin Magnussen has been slapped with a one-race ban following a contentious clash with Alpine's Pierre Gasly at the Italian Grand Prix.

Right from the start, Piastri, Lando Norris, and Max Verstappen went three abreast off the line, but it was Piastri who emerged as the leader into Turn 1, commanding the race from there.

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Formula 1 2024 Hungary Grand Prix Recap

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Oscar Piastri secures his debut Grand Prix victory, albeit with some McLaren drama.

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Carlos Sainz Signs With Williams For 2025

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Carlos Sainz has inked a multi-year contract with Williams, partnering with Alex Albon.

This move comes after the announcement that Kevin Magnussen would be leaving the team at the end of the current season, opening up a seat that was up for grabs.

On the eve of the final race before the summer break in Belgium, Haas officially announced that Ocon would become the first Grand Prix winner to race for the team since their inception in 2016.

With 146 career starts, Ocon has driven for Manor, Force India, Renault, and Alpine, accumulating 425 points and achieving three podium finishes, including a win in Hungary in 2021.

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Esteban Ocon To Join Haas In 2025

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Haas has secured Esteban Ocon on a multi-year contract, pairing him with rookie Ollie Bearman for the 2025 season.

What will ensue is a four-day, family-friendly motorsports extravaganza at Palawan Green, Sentosa.

Spread across the consecutive weekends of 27-28 July and 3-4 August, this event promises even more thrills and excitement.

Entry Is Free

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Sprint Fest 2024 - A Revved-Up Return to Sentosa

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Following the success of last year’s inaugural weekend, 2+1 Concepts is back with Sprint Fest 2024.

Well, Toyota has a vision to prove otherwise.

Toyota’s research and development wing, the Toyota Research Institute, has teamed up with Stanford University to outfit a pair of GR Supras with all the tech needed to not just drive, but drift autonomously.

Yes, you read that right.

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Toyota Tackles Tandem Drifting - Without Drivers!

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Drifting takes years of practice to master, but what if it can be done by a computer?

The race promoter, Singapore GP, has rolled out a lineup of F1-themed activities as part of the #RevUpSG community engagement campaign.

From behind-the-scenes tours to a thrilling karting challenge, pop-up festivals, and the much-anticipated Pit Lane walk, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Behind-The-Scenes Tour

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Exciting Formula 1 Themed Activities For Singapore Residents With #RevUpSG Campaign

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Singapore residents can look forward to some race-themed activities as the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2024 draws near.

The race at Interlagos saw World Champions Sébastien Buemi, Brendon Hartley, and Ryo Hirakawa clinch their first victory of the season in the #8 GR010 HYBRID.

This victory is particularly poignant as it comes at the very venue where Toyota achieved its first-ever hybrid-powered WEC victory back in 2012.

The pole position-winning #7 GR010 HYBRID, driven by Mike Conway, Kamui Kobayashi, and Nyck de Vries, faced a setback but managed a remarkable recovery to secure fourth place, earning 12 crucial World Championship points.

A flawless performance, strategic teamwork, and superior tyre management contributed to TOYOTA GAZOO Racing’s second win of the year. This triumph narrows the gap to leaders Porsche to just four points in the manufacturers’ standings, with three races remaining in the season.

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Toyota Reignites WEC Title Hopes with Thrilling Win at Interlagos

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TOYOTA GAZOO Racing has reignited its 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) title challenge with a dramatic win at the 6 Hours of São Paulo.

Lewis Hamilton has finally claimed his long-awaited win, and it was also a record-breaking ninth British Grand Prix victory at Silverstone.

The Mercedes driver demonstrated his immense experience and skill, holding off a determined challenge from Lando Norris and Max Verstappen to secure the win.

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Formula 1 2024 United Kingdom Grand Prix Recap

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Lewis Hamilton breaks records with ninth British Grand Prix win at Silverstone. Bravo!

Bearman, just 19 years old, made waves in the F1 community when he was called up at the last minute to replace an ailing Carlos Sainz at Ferrari during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

The young Brit showcased his immense talent, finishing an impressive seventh and scoring points on his debut.

Currently racing in Formula 2 with PREMA, Bearman claimed his first win of the season in the recent Sprint Race in Austria, adding to his growing list of accolades.

In addition to his F2 commitments, Bearman serves as a reserve driver for both Haas and Ferrari in F1, and is slated to make six FP1 appearances with Haas this year, including the upcoming session at Silverstone.

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Ollie Bearman To Race For Haas In 2025

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Ferrari junior Ollie Bearman has secured a full-time seat in Formula 1 from 2025 after agreeing to a multi-year deal with American squad Haas.

Aston Martin, in collaboration with their works team Heart of Racing, will field not one but two Valkyrie AMR-LMH hypercars.

Aston Martin’s intent to enter two Valkyrie AMR-LMH hypercars in all rounds of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) hinges on their entry being accepted.

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Aston Martin Will Return To Le Mans With Two Valkyries In 2025

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Aston Martin will be making a grand return to the top tier of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2025.

The #50 Ferrari 499P, driven by Nickas Nielsen, Antonio Fuoco, and Miguel Molina, took the chequered flag, leaving a 14-second margin over the #7 Toyota GR010 HYBRID.

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24 Hours of Le Mans - Ferrari Triumphs at Le Mans With Back-to-Back Wins

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Ferrari has just delivered a masterclass at the 92nd running of Le Mans.

Bugatti has just revealed the 1,775bhp Tourbillon.

It's been 20 years since the Veyron made its debut, and Bugatti is now ushering in a new era with the Tourbillon, their latest hypercar. While it may share some visual cues with the Chiron, this sports an entirely new powertrain and platform.

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The Bugatti Tourbillon Is The Chiron’s Successor

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So that’s where the V16 engine ended up in - the new Bugatti Tourbillon, and it comes with 1,775bhp.

Lamborghini Iron Lynx recorded a breakthrough top 10 finish on its first appearance in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with the #63 crew of Mirko Bortolotti, Daniil Kvyat and Edoardo Mortara delivering a superb performance in the jewel-in-the-crown endurance classic, delivering the team's first drivers’ points in the FIA World Endurance Championship.

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Lamborghini SC63 Claims Top 10 Finish On Le Mans 24 Hours Debut

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Both Hypercars finished with strong reliability and race pace.

Max Verstappen recaptured his winning form at the Canadian Grand Prix, weaving through unpredictable weather and fierce competition to clinch a victory.

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Formula 1 2024 Canada Grand Prix Recap

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The rain made Canada a memorable race, with Verstappen beating Norris and Russell to victory.

And I was seriously impressed with what they have come up with.

Essentially, the new technology enables drivers to immerse themselves in an augmented virtual world, while still being able to drive and be behind the wheel. This is achieved by a pioneering pair of virtual reality goggles paired with precision GPS tracking.

Only two MINI Cooper Electrics in the entire world (at the time of writing) are equipped with this avant-garde system. They go by cute names too - Jim and Jill.

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Experiencing The Future Of Driving With MINI Mixed Reality

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MINI debuted its "MINI Mixed Reality" technology at the international media launch of the all-new MINI Cooper Electric in Sitges, Spain.

The persistence of certain traditions often holds a touch of the theatrical, much like the revered performance of a well-tuned orchestra in the heart of Vienna.

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Ferrari 12Cilindri Keeps The V12 Alive And Well

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With the new Ferrari 12Cilindri, the famous Italian V12 engine lives on, laughing in the faces of eco-conscious movements.

Aston Martin’s V12-engined behemoths - a line that has defined the zenith of grandeur for a quarter-century.

Of course, the firm doesn’t want to give up on its famed engine any time soon, so it recently unravelled the details of a new updated V12, a powerhouse that not only sustains the legacy of its predecessors but propels it into a new era with unmatched gusto.

Boasting 823hp and 1000Nm of torque, this V12 is the result of an extensive overhaul aimed at enhancing every microscopic detail of the combustion cycle.

The technical ballet performed to bring this engine to life includes fortifying the cylinder block and conrods, revamping cylinder heads, and recalibrating camshafts.

The repositioned spark plugs and new, more voluminous fuel injectors orchestrate a symphony of optimised combustion. Meanwhile, the turbochargers promise a responsiveness that can only be described as telepathic.

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Aston Martin Ushers In New Era of V12 Engines

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Aston Martin has once again planted its flag firmly with the introduction of a groundbreaking new V12 engine.

Lamborghini has once again set the automotive world abuzz with the introduction of the Urus SE.

What sets the Urus SE apart is its groundbreaking plug-in hybrid technology, marking a significant evolution in Lamborghini's storied lineage.

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Lamborghini Unveils New Urus SE

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Lamborghini has unveiled its first-ever plug-in hybrid SUV, the Urus SE, and it comes to town with a load of upgrades.

It was quite the spectacle, with Verstappen elegantly climbing the ranks over 19 laps, leaving his rivals clearly behind.

This year's revised format meant that Friday’s Sprint Qualifying dictated the grid for this 100km dash, dishing out points to the top eight finishers.

Norris had initially grabbed pole in a dramatic, rain-affected session, closely followed by a trio of world champions - Hamilton, Alonso, and Verstappen - boasting an impressive twelve world titles among them.

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Formula 1 - 2024 China Sprint Race Recap

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Saturday at the Shanghai International Circuit saw Red Bull’s Max Verstappen reclaim his place with a masterful victory in the Sprint race.