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Newsweek
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Williams Team Boss Delivers Harsh Truth on 2026 Podium Chances
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Williams team principal James Vowles has opened up on the chances of securing a podium finish in 2026, when Formula One enters a new era of regulations. He also commented on the impressive pace of the 2025 FW47 F1 car, but pointed out one drawback that prevents the team from making further progress. The Williams F1 team has been scoring consistent points this season, a contrast to 2024, when finishing in the top ten felt like a distant dream. The last race in Montreal saw Carlos Sainz finish P10, while his teammate Alex Albon can boast about a commendable P5 finish at Imola. The Grove outfit has made considerable improvements on the FW47, but Vowles explained that churning out consistent lap times from the car remains a challenge. He told the media ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix this weekend: James Vowles, Team Principal of Williams talks to the media during a press conference prior to F1 75 Live at InterContinental London O2 on February 18, 2025 in London, England. James Vowles, Team Principal of Williams talks to the media during a press conference prior to F1 75 Live at InterContinental London O2 on February 18, 2025 in London, England."I think what we can see in that first session, the car's quick. It was quick in Montreal as well on Friday, but it's still just really tough to get actually the lap out of it consistently every time, so we could, but it took us a few attempts to get there, so we need to clear that up before we go in further." With a big reset awaiting F1 in 2026, when cars will be powered by an equal ratio of electric power and internal combustion, Vowles opened up on issues that need to be addressed before the team could make big leaps. But he emphasized that progress is being made. He said: "We are still today fixing what I think are foundational issues within our organization. They're being fixed. It's not that they're remaining static - there is change afoot. "But I know what we're fighting against down the road, and it's a giant, and we're not there yet in terms of that capability. "The reason why I'm answering it this way is, what I could happily do is look you in the eye and say we're not going to go backwards in this championship - we're going to keep progressing forward. "Whether that ends up with podiums or otherwise is so hard to predict at the moment, because we really are fighting McLaren, who now look as though they've moved into second in the championship. "Mercedes, who have a number of championships behind them, and their strengths that it's hard to see how we're going to catch quite up to by 2026, because there's still some infrastructure and facilities that really aren't yet where they need to be. "But - watch this space. It's on the right path."
Daily Mirror
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
F1 chiefs make decision on repeating F1 75 O2 Arena season launch show in 2026
London's O2 Arena hosted F1 75 Live in February as all 10 teams on the Formula 1 grid showed off their new liveries in style with an audience of millions watching on Formula 1 cars will not return to the O2 Arena stage for another season launch event next year. The current campaign kicked off in February with a star-studded event in London to mark the occasion of the World Championship's 75th anniversary. And while it drew some criticism, the event was deemed to be a success. The arena was sold out and millions more watched live streams online as all 10 teams pulled the covers off their 2025 liveries and drivers and team principals previewed the season ahead. The idea was formed as a way for the sport to begin its year-long celebrations as F1 marks 75 years since the first World Championship season, held in 1950. As such, it was never clear whether the event was a one-off or something that could be repeated. It's understood that the latter option has been under considering, given the commercial success that the event proved to be. However, it appears that the prospects of it becoming an annual curtain-raiser for the F1 season have faded. Autosport reports that F1 chiefs have decided against holding another launch event ahead of the 2026 campaign. That's despite it also being a milestone year for the sport, with a massive regulations change taking place that will see new car designs and engines used. But those new car rules mean there will be a lot more testing than usual in pre-season next year. Instead of the three days of testing that has become the norm in modern F1, teams are set to get nine days on track across three separate spells to work out any kinks in their designs. READ MORE: Lando Norris makes honest Oscar Piastri admission as McLaren outsiders surprised That means it would be difficult for teams to find the time to take part in a season launch event, particularly as the first set of testing days is likely to take place in Barcelona at the end of January. That would mean a launch would need to take place before then, when teams are unlikely to have all their sponsors in place for the new season. That would limit the commercial opportunities presented, reducing the value of hosting a pre-season launch. But just because it won't happen in 2026, it does not mean the idea of such an event has been permanently scrapped. F1 chiefs felt the 75th anniversary of the World Championship was an appropriate time to celebrate the start of a new season in this fashion. And the concept could be revived for future milestones, though this has not yet been confirmed. And there is no guarantee that, if such an event is held again in the future, that it would take place at the O2 Arena or even in London. There are many other key markets for the sport around the globe including in the USA and Asia which could prove to be more lucrative options, despite the added logistical challenge given most teams are based in the UK.
Fashion Network
24-04-2025
- Automotive
- Fashion Network
Aston Martin Aramco links with Rolling Stones for co-branded merch
Big car marque meets big rock band. Aston Martin Aramco has teamed up with the Rolling Stones for the first of several planned activiations kicking off with an 'ultra-exclusive, co-branded merchandise collection. Fusing "the speed and precision of Formula One with the rebellious spirit of rock and roll', the limited-edition collection, which includes hoodies, tees and caps, all sport the famous Rolling Stones tongue logo blended with the equally famous Aston Martin wings. Ahead of the full collection launching online on Monday (28 April), they've co-launched a digital campaign with content featuring the Stones' song Hot Stuff as its centrepiece. The collection also builds on the Aston Martin team's expansion into 'wider culture' across music, fashion and sport, and comes after a collaboration with singer/songwriter Tems at F1 75 Live at the O2 Arena earlier this year. Rob Bloom, chief marketing officer for team Aston Martin Aramco, said: 'This collaboration… combines two British icons famed for passion and style. This is just the beginning, with several exciting projects to land in the coming months.' David Boyne, managing director of Bravado UK, the company behind Rolling Stones merchandising, added: 'This capsule collection brings together two British icons, blending fresh takes on classic Rolling Stones imagery with inspiration from the precision and performance of the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One team.'
Fashion Network
24-04-2025
- Automotive
- Fashion Network
Aston Martin Aramco links with Rolling Stones for co-branded merch
Big car marque meets big rock band. Aston Martin Aramco has teamed up with the Rolling Stones for the first of several planned activiations kicking off with an 'ultra-exclusive, co-branded merchandise collection. Fusing "the speed and precision of Formula One with the rebellious spirit of rock and roll', the limited-edition collection, which includes hoodies, tees and caps, all sport the famous Rolling Stones tongue logo blended with the equally famous Aston Martin wings. Ahead of the full collection launching online on Monday (28 April), they've co-launched a digital campaign with content featuring the Stones' song Hot Stuff as its centrepiece. The collection also builds on the Aston Martin team's expansion into 'wider culture' across music, fashion and sport, and comes after a collaboration with singer/songwriter Tems at F1 75 Live at the O2 Arena earlier this year. Rob Bloom, chief marketing officer for team Aston Martin Aramco, said: 'This collaboration… combines two British icons famed for passion and style. This is just the beginning, with several exciting projects to land in the coming months.' David Boyne, managing director of Bravado UK, the company behind Rolling Stones merchandising, added: 'This capsule collection brings together two British icons, blending fresh takes on classic Rolling Stones imagery with inspiration from the precision and performance of the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One team.'
Fashion Network
24-04-2025
- Automotive
- Fashion Network
Aston Martin Aramco links with Rolling Stones for co-branded merch
Big car marque meets big rock band. Aston Martin Aramco has teamed up with the Rolling Stones for the first of several planned activiations kicking off with an 'ultra-exclusive, co-branded merchandise collection. Fusing "the speed and precision of Formula One with the rebellious spirit of rock and roll', the limited-edition collection, which includes hoodies, tees and caps, all sport the famous Rolling Stones tongue logo blended with the equally famous Aston Martin wings. Ahead of the full collection launching online on Monday (28 April), they've co-launched a digital campaign with content featuring the Stones' song Hot Stuff as its centrepiece. The collection also builds on the Aston Martin team's expansion into 'wider culture' across music, fashion and sport, and comes after a collaboration with singer/songwriter Tems at F1 75 Live at the O2 Arena earlier this year. Rob Bloom, chief marketing officer for team Aston Martin Aramco, said: 'This collaboration… combines two British icons famed for passion and style. This is just the beginning, with several exciting projects to land in the coming months.' David Boyne, managing director of Bravado UK, the company behind Rolling Stones merchandising, added: 'This capsule collection brings together two British icons, blending fresh takes on classic Rolling Stones imagery with inspiration from the precision and performance of the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One team.'
