After an unprecedented delay, the FIA’s 2024 Formula 1 cost cap review confirms all teams are compliant, with only Aston Martin cited for a minor procedural breach and no penalties imposed.
BYD unveiled its compact electric "kei" car prototype on October 28, 2025, designed to meet Japan's strict size and tax regulations for mini-vehicles under 3.4 meters in length. The vehicle, featuring a 15 kWh battery for 150 km range, represents BYD's entry into Japan's $15 billion kei car segment, where domestic brands hold 95 percent market share.
George Russell’s new Mercedes contract flips the F1 power dynamic. With a performance-based clause that lets him automatically extend into 2027, Russell has effectively taken control of his own future — even if Max Verstappen joins Mercedes.
Oscar Piastri finished fifth at the 2025 Mexican Grand Prix, losing his championship lead to teammate Lando Norris. Despite the setback, Piastri said his focus was on “learning what I wanted to learn,” as he works to adapt his driving to low-grip conditions ahead of the season’s final four races.
The A2RL STEM Competition returns with 140 students from across the UAE competing in autonomous racing challenges using AWS DeepRacer cars. The initiative builds hands-on skills in AI, robotics, and coding, fueling the nation’s next generation of innovators.
The FIA faced backlash after several drivers cut through Turns 1–3 on the opening lap of the 2025 Mexican Grand Prix without penalty. George Russell and Fernando Alonso led criticism of the stewards’ consistency, arguing that leniency in first-lap decisions risks undermining fair racing.
Lando Norris delivered a masterclass in control at the 2025 Mexican Grand Prix, leading from start to finish to claim victory and the championship lead. McLaren’s flawless strategy and Norris’s precision left Ferrari and Red Bull battling for scraps in a race that saw Yuki Tsunoda lose out after a slow pit stop.
Hyundai introduced the updated Venue compact SUV, featuring a new 1.0-liter turbo-petrol engine, advanced driver assistance systems, and integrated connected car technology for urban Indian buyers. Priced starting at ?7.94 lakh, the model includes six airbags as standard and over-the-air updates for infotainment.
