Racecar Engineering

Racecar Engineering is the world’s leading technology publication for the motorsport industry. From aerodynamics to engines and from handling theory to manufacturing practice, Racecar Engineering is read by motorsport’s top professionals. Only Racecar Engineering brings this insight every month.

Travel agent • Recollections of simpler times in European motor racing

Step changes • As Formula 1 continues to grapple with its energy dilemma, we look into the rule changes coming for 2027 and beyond

Well-oiled machine • You won’t see it during a race weekend, but it’s an essential part of F1 car operation. Enter the world of engine oil

Two-up • The FIA has launched an updated version of Dallara’s F2 car, with a view to improving the racing

Stick, or twist? • Honda and Nissan both introduced new Super GT cars during the series’ current Class One era, but Toyota stuck with its original model. Who made the right decision?

Clearing the air • Strategy in endurance racing has become increasingly complicated as teams seek to run their cars in clear air. We spoke to a top race engineer to understand what’s going on

Return of the Mach • Ford’s third electric racecar at Pikes Peak proved to be its fastest yet

Elite pathway • How top UK race team, Elite Motorsport, has created its own driver development ladder for youngsters aiming to build a career in the sport

Mix and match • Watching his friends race on America’s best European-type roads, Briggs Cunningham II thought they deserved an American-built racer. Meet the immortal Bu-Merc

Bridging the gap • Formula E is a making a huge leap in performance with its Gen4 car. Racecar investigates how tyres from new supplier, Bridgestone, are keeping up

’Boxes of tricks • Racecar considers the present and future of gearboxes, one of the most refined pieces of motorsport technology around

Simulation in action • The challenge: defend the World Time Attack crown with Tanuki

Going global • The A2RL driverless series is becoming quicker and more competitive. We attended its first European race to find out how much progress has been made since its 2024 debut

IR-28 makes first runs at Indy

Fortescue takes over Penske Formula E entry

IN BRIEF

F1 increases Sprint allocation

Power struggle over WEC promoter

SEEN: FERRARI 296 MODIFICATA

Showtime! • A warm welcome to the 2027 motor racing season at CTS26

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Board games • Between job cuts and new regulations, OEMs are treading a fine line