Hamilton’s Blueprint, Ferrari’s Blind Spot

Hamilton’s Blueprint, Ferrari’s Blind Spot

Ferrari’s 2025 season is unraveling not because of pace, but because of identity. While Lewis Hamilton is actively reshaping the team’s future—injecting his input into the 2026 car and publicly backing team principal Fred Vasseur—Ferrari’s leadership continues to entertain distractions, including rumors of Christian Horner joining the team. Such a move would undermine the fragile, functional alliance currently in place. Add in sponsor-driven livery missteps and strategic blunders, and it’s clear: Ferrari’s path forward depends not on dramatic shakeups, but on finally choosing stability, listening to its drivers, and building a racing-first culture.

Red Bull Racing team principal Christian Horner in the garage during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain at Silverstone Circuit on July 5, 2025 in Northampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Kym Illman/Getty Images) Editorial # 2223665255

Red Bull’s Collapse at Silverstone and the Firing Heard Round the Paddock

Red Bull’s unraveling hit full throttle at the 2025 British Grand Prix—on track and in the boardroom. As McLaren surged to a dominant 1-2 finish and Nico Hülkenberg stunned the paddock with a fairytale podium, Red Bull imploded. Max Verstappen spun, the strategy team cracked, and days later, team boss Christian Horner was unceremoniously fired. This long-form editorial digs into the fallout at Silverstone, the internal politics behind Horner’s dismissal, and the paddock-shaking rumor that Verstappen has already signed with Mercedes. If true, Red Bull didn’t just lose their driver—they lost their identity. The empire is wobbling, and it’s a mess of their own making.

Race winner Lando Norris of Great Britain and McLaren celebrates on the podium with Champagne during the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on June 29th, 2025 i Spielberg, Austria Photo by Sam Bagnall/Sutton Images Editorial #2222751681

From Chaos to Crowns: Austria Shake-Up Sets Up a Silverstone Showdown

Silverstone 2025 isn’t just another race—it’s a loaded powder keg of British pride, redemption arcs, and title momentum. McLaren arrives as the team to beat, but Ferrari’s finally found its footing, Mercedes is banking on chaos, and Red Bull is in full desperation mode. Toss in the cinematic buzz of “F1: The Movie” and its fictional team APXGP—shot on location at Silverstone—and you’ve got a weekend where sport and spectacle collide. This isn’t just racing. This is storytelling at 200 miles an hour.

High Stakes in the Hills: Can Red Bull Stop McLaren’s Reign in Austria?

High Stakes in the Hills: Can Red Bull Stop McLaren’s Reign in Austria?

The 2025 Formula 1 season has hit its boiling point heading into the Austrian Grand Prix, with McLaren dominating the standings thanks to Oscar Piastri’s consistent brilliance and Lando Norris’s aggressive drive—though Canada saw Norris sabotage both with an ill-timed move on his teammate. Mercedes roared back with a George Russell win in Montreal, while Red Bull—now with Yuki Tsunoda beside Verstappen—are desperate to reclaim momentum on home turf. Ferrari continues a slow resurgence with Leclerc and Hamilton, and rookie Antonelli stole headlines with a first career podium. With major upgrades incoming for Red Bull and Ferrari, and tire wear plus altitude playing key roles at the Red Bull Ring, the championship narrative could shift yet again. Bold prediction? Verstappen wins at home, followed by Piastri and Hamilton. The title race isn’t just heating up—it’s about to explode.

Racers at a photoshoot before a race.

Up-and-Coming F1 Drivers of 2025

The powerful humming of engines, the waving of checkered flags, and the shouts of electrifying crowds leave you feeling revved up every Formula 1 season — and you have no plans to hit the brakes on your F1 obsession anytime soon. Fortunately, if the captivating 2024 F1 season is an indication of the future, the 2025 Formula 1 season won’t leave you disappointed, either.

March 13, 2025 — CMC Motorsports
Back of the Red Bull F1 car.

Technical Evolution Innovations For F1 Cars

The seemingly palpable excitement of the crowds, the adrenaline rush that occurs on the race track, and the youthful fervor of some of the world’s greatest drivers aren’t the only reasons to love Formula 1 races. Contrary to popular belief, exceptional drivers and their iconic teams aren’t the only stars of the best Formula 1 competition.  

There’s nothing quite like a Formula 1 car in the world of racing. 

January 13, 2025 — CMC Motorsports
F1 cars taking a corner on a track.

4 Most Difficult F1 Tracks

Although every Formula 1 track has unique qualities that make it exciting, some are more challenging than others. The more difficult a track is, the more exhilarating the adventure for spectators and racers alike. Let’s explore four of the most difficult F1 tracks that are perfect for pushing drivers—and your nerves—to the limit.

January 03, 2025 — CMC Motorsports
Red Bull Racing F1 Drivers Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez

Everything You Need to Know About the 2024 Season

Formula 1 has long been known for speed, adrenaline, and raw power, engaging audiences both trackside and around the world. Now, F1’s 2024 racing season is in full swing, and like many fans, you may be racing to catch the action.

What’s coming down the track for 2024? Let’s explore everything you need to know about the 2024 F1 season and how you can capture the thrill of the track.

April 11, 2024 — CMC Motorsports
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Formula 1 race car on the track

Best, Most Popular Drivers of 2023

Who are the most popular F1 drivers of 2023, and how can you tangibly show your support for them? Let’s explore the best F1 drivers of 2023 and the best merch available to support your favorite teams and drivers.
March 06, 2024 — CMC Motorsports
Daniel Ricciardo holding his helmet

Driver Transfers and Rumors

Most Formula 1 teams have decided to retain their existing drivers for 2024. This means the majority of the Formula 1 grid will remain mostly unchanged. Teams like Mercedes and Ferrari are maintaining their current lineups. However, not everything about the 2024 season is straightforward. Let’s explore the top F1 driver transfer rumors and confirmed Formula 1 driver transfers and how they may affect the involved teams.
March 06, 2024 — CMC Motorsports
Lewis Hamilton black and green car

Final 2023 F1 Standings

Abu Dhabi was home to the last Formula 1 race during the Formula 1 2023 season, and the United Arab Emirates capital city didn’t disappoint racing fans all over the world.

Who took home bragging rights in 2023, and which teams and drivers have the greatest room for improvement in 2024? Let’s explore the Formula 1 final standings for 2023 and what the final 2023 F1 standings mean for the racing landscape in the coming year.

February 05, 2024 — CMC Motorsports
red car racing down track

F1 and Sustainability

A part of you wonders whether the sport you love is harming the environment, though, leaving you asking, “What is the carbon footprint of Formula 1?”

You’re not the only one with these concerns. Formula 1 in 2019 launched a plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030. This means the organization is striving to make it to where the carbon dioxide emitted into the air equals the amount removed from the atmosphere, leading to zero net carbon emitted, or a neutral carbon footprint.

Let’s explore Formula 1’s sustainability strategy and what the F1 2030 net zero goal means for drivers — and you.

February 05, 2024 — CMC Motorsports