James Vowles

Is the Monaco Grand Prix Still Viable?

Monaco Grand Prix 2025

Is the Monaco Grand Prix still viable as a race and a place to do business? That is the question addressed in this week’s Business of Motorsport Roundup. I also have the latest details on the FIA presidential election, the Indy 500’s positive momentum and what to do to bolster MotoGP’s British Grand Prix. All … Read more

The Incredible Commercial Growth of Formula 1

Formula 1

The incredible commercial growth of Formula 1 headlines this week’s edition of the Business of Motorsport Roundup. I also have the latest drama from the FIA, this week’s motorsport sponsorship deals and bring you up to date on the most recent motorsport legal developments. All this and much more! Motorsport Industry News Formula 1 As … Read more

Is the FIA Fit for Purpose?

Is the FIA Fit for Purpose?

Is the FIA fit for purpose? That is what a number of people are asking, especially after this week and it is all part of the Business of Motorsport this week. I also bring you details of MotoGP’s new American team and their expansion plans, why Formula E is not instituting a salary cap and … Read more

Why a Billion Dollar F1 Team is a Sports Bargain

Why a Billion Dollar F1 Team is a Sports Bargain

This week you will learn why some think that a billion-dollar F1 team is a sports investment bargain. It’s all part of the Business of Motorsport. I also bring you details on why the FIA is willing to butt heads with Liberty Media, NASCAR’s new Netflix deal and the state of athlete investing (with some … Read more

Porsche & Ford in F1, Reviving Lola and What is Legally Considered an F1 Seat?

Porsche & Ford in F1, Reviving Lola and What is Legally Considered an F1 Seat?

This week in the Business of Motorsport Roundup I look at rumors of Ford and Porsche in F1, the revival of Lola and the legal definition of what is considered an F1 seat in a loan agreement signed by F1 driver Nyck de Vries. I also look at changes coming to this year’s Miami Grand … Read more