F2 promoter Bruno Michel staunchly defends the FIA superlicence points system, but is a lack of critical thought serving his series’ interests?
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The Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) is the governing body of world motorsport.
Ben Sulayem to hold summit on F1 sporting standards after talks with drivers
2022 Italian Grand Prix
Posted onFIA president Mohamed Ben Sulayem will discuss improvements to Formula 1’s sporting standards in a summit tomorrow after meeting with drivers at Monza.
FIA plans new Formula 2 engine to run on sustainable fuel from 2024
Formula 2
Posted onThe FIA has issued an invitation for engine manufacturers to tender for a contract to supply new power units to the Formula 2 championship from 2024 to 2026.
Ferrari raise “concerns” as FIA makes hiring from Mercedes
2022 Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Posted onFerrari have raised concerns over the FIA’s appointment of a former Mercedes executive to a senior position.
Racing rules clarification issued to F1 drivers post-Abu Dhabi published in full
2022 F1 Season
Posted onThe FIA has published the updated Formula 1 driving standards guidelines which were issued ahead of the 2022 season.
Russian karter accused of ‘Nazi salute’ summoned to FIA hearing tomorrow
Other motorsports
Posted onThe FIA has summoned Artem Severiukhin to a hearing tomorrow over his actions on the podium during the European Karting Championship in Portimao.
Gian Carlo Minardi takes FIA single-seater commission presidency
2022 F1 season
Posted onMinardi Formula 1 team founder Gian Carlo Minardi has been elected FIA single seater commission president by the World Motor Sport Council.
Russian F3 driver Smolyar switches to black livery after entering as a neutral
Formula 3
Posted onRussian Formula 3 Alexander Smolyar finished third in today’s season-opening race after entering the championship as a neutral competitor and switching to a plain black livery.
FIA bans Russian competitors from expressing support for invasion of Ukraine
2022 Formula 1 Season
Posted onThe FIA has published new details of the commitment which Russian and Belarusian competitors must uphold in order to participate in events as neutrals.
FIA confirms replacement of Masi and changes to race control after Abu Dhabi row
2022 F1 season
Posted onThe FIA has confirmed Formula 1 race director Michael Masi will not continue in the role following its investigation into the handling of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
No decision yet over outcome of Abu Dhabi restart investigation – FIA
2021 F1 season
Posted onThe FIA have confirmed their internal investigation into the final laps of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is still ongoing.
Analysis: FIA’s investigation into Abu Dhabi restart row puts spotlight on Bayer
News Focus
Posted onThe FIA’s secretary general for motorsport Peter Bayer will propose a review of its Formula 1 structure in light of the controversial end to last season.
FIA ‘maybe too permissive’ of teams criticising officials – Todt
2021 F1 season
Posted onOutgoing FIA president Jean Todt suggested the FIA has been too lenient of F1 teams and drivers being publicly critical of race officials.
Mercedes give notice of intention to appeal decision they believe cost Hamilton title
2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Posted onThe destiny of the 2021 drivers championship remains in doubt as Mercedes plan to appeal after losing a protest aimed at changing the result of Sunday’s race.
FIA faces a choice between change and continuity as the Todt era ends
RacingLines
Posted onTwo candidates – so far – have put forward their names to succeed Jean Todt as president of the FIA. Who is likeliest to win election?
Hamilton “felt for the first time I didn’t stand alone” against racist abuse after British GP
2021 Hungarian Grand Prix
Posted onLewis Hamilton said the FIA’s call to stop racist abuse aimed at him on social media made him feel supported by the sport.
F1 wants a US driver, but an IndyCar pipeline suits no one
IndyCar
Posted onIf Formula 1 wants an American driver so badly, why does its superlicence points system reward IndyCar drivers so poorly?
F1 will consider adopting “intelligent” IndyCar rule in wake of Leclerc crash
2021 F1 season
Posted onFormula 1 race director Michael Masi says an IndyCar-style rule penalising drivers for disrupting qualifying sessions could be introduced to the world championship.
Stoker becomes second candidate to announce bid for FIA presidency
2021 F1 Season
Posted onGraham Stoker, the FIA deputy president for sport, has announced he will stand as a candidate to succeed Jean Todt as president of motorsport’s governing body.
Hamilton and Verstappen unhappy with “very confusing” mid-race changes in track limit rules
2021 Bahrain Grand Prix
Posted onLewis Hamilton said he was confused by race control’s changing policy on enforcing track limits at turn four during the Bahrain Grand Prix.