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A Chaotic Week in International Motorsport

International motorsport

It was a chaotic week for international motorsport as the impact of American tariffs had the racing world debating what kind of effect they would have on motorsport, a sport that by necessity has an international footprint. Toss in further shake-ups in the governance of the FIA and it was indeed a turbulent week, and … Read more

NASCAR Appoints Steve Phelps as Its First Commissioner

Steve Phelps

NASCAR has appointed Steve Phelps as its first ever commissioner and you will find out what his priorities are in this week’s Business of Motorsport Roundup. I also cover F1’s alliance with the UK government, the state of IndyCar’s 2026 calendar and the latest motorsport legal news plus much more. Motorsport Industry News Formula 1 … Read more

Idle Rumors and Speculation in Formula 1

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Idle rumors and speculation in Formula 1 are part of the package in this week’s Business of Motorsport. From rumors of mysterious investors in a new Formula 1 team to speculation on the next moves of a spurned manufacturer, it is all here this week. In addition to all that I have solid news from … Read more

Business of Motorsport for September 9, 2022

Van Diemen RF350

The Business of Motorsport just keeps getting bigger week after week and this week is no exception. From the state of drag racing in the United States to Porsche’s role in F1 and their upcoming IPO, from internship programs with race teams and series to the return of Van Dieman, it is all here. I … Read more