UMBF NEWS
Tim Slade to join TCR field for Queensland Raceway
Tim Slade is stepping in for Tom Oliphant in the Ashley Seward Motorsport Autoglym Lynk & Co for the fourth round of Supercheap Auto TCR Australia at Queensland Raceway, as Oliphant's wedding absence offers Slade the chance to debut with the team, while the return of the Lynk & Co 03 TCR adds anticipation after its successful global TCR performances and Slade's positive test experience, marking an exciting addition to the series.
Alex Rins is on the move to Yamaha for 2024
Alex Rins has decided to leave Honda after just on year to move to Yamaha next season to seek better perforamce and opportunity.
Morbidelli to leave Yamaha MotoGP team after 2023 season
Franco Morbidelli concludes his partnership with Yamaha in 2023, bidding farewell to the MotoGP™ circuit and venturing into new racing challenges after an impactful tenure marked by triumphs and challenges.
Triumph extends Moto2 engine deal until 2029
Triumph to continue as the sole engine partner for moto 2 until 2029. also there will be a new racing gearbox in 2025, aimed at optimizing performance and reducing accidental gear misses through neutral gear repositioning.
FORD threatens to quit supercars over parity problems
Amid frustrations with performance parity and a lack of transparency in the Supercars series, Ford Performance is contemplating a potential exit, highlighting concerns about the brand's continued involvement and emphasizing the need for improved fairness and data-sharing in decision-making.
F1 Mid Season Review
Max Verstappen's continued dominance, highlighted by Red Bull Racing's unchallenged season, contrasts with surprises like Leclerc's pole and Hamilton's resurgence, as Alpine disappoints and Perez struggles, while Aston Martin shines and Piastri emerges, and the astonishing return of Ricciardo adds to the intrigue, shaping a captivating F1 season.
Restrucutre of Alpine F1
Alpine F1 witnesses a leadership shake-up as Team Principal Otmar Szafnauer and Sporting Director Alan Permane depart post-Belgian Grand Prix, alongside engineer Pat Fry's move to Williams, marking a significant shift in the team's management structure, while Bruno Famin steps in as interim principal and Pat Fry's extensive experience paves the way for transformative changes.
GTWS mid season review
The 2023 Fanatec GT World Challenge Australia powered by AWS has showcased thrilling competition in the first half of the season, highlighted by a fierce battle among prominent German automakers - Porsche, Audi, and Mercedes-AMG - leading to exciting races, moments of controversy, and an intensified championship race. With Audi and Mercedes-AMG campaigns maintaining their strength and Porsche's resurgence adding to the mix, this season has proven to be one of the series' most competitive.
TCR mid season review
Halfway through the 2023 Supercheap Auto TCR Australia season, the series has delivered three rounds of electrifying racing, and as teams prepare for the Queensland Raceway event after a two-month break, the spotlight shines on standout performances by drivers like Jaylyn Robotham, who clinched the AWC Race Tasmania title and continues to dominate the standings, setting the stage for intense battles and exciting racing action in the championship's second half.
S5000 Midseason review
With the 2023 S5000 Australian Drivers' Championship now having completed three rounds, the ongoing title race remains in a state of dynamic flux, promising an exciting future for upcoming rounds, notably the one at Sydney Motorsport Park in July.
Trans Am mid season review
The National Trans Am Series has entrenched itself as a premier Australian racing category in 2023, delivering an action-packed initial season half marked by record-breaking feats, emerging talents, intense qualifying sessions, and gripping crashes.
Sam Lowes to join WSBK in 2024
British rider Sam Lowes is leaving Moto2 after nine successful years to join World Superbike (WSBK) in 2024, teaming up with his twin brother Alex Lowes at the Marc VDS Racing Team, riding a Ducati Panigale V4 R; after achieving impressive results and records in Moto2, including 10 wins and a third-place championship finish, Lowes is enthusiastic about the transition to WSBK and the opportunity to learn and excel on a superbike, while the move also marks the realization of a long-term goal and an expansion for the Marc VDS Racing Team's presence in both Moto2 and WSBK, aiming to bring fresh energy and dynamics to the upcoming season.
Mclaren claim more gains to come
McLaren surprises with strong British Grand Prix showing, plans further upgrades including MCL60 model updates for Hungarian Grand Prix, as Team Principal Andrea Stella's cautious optimism underscores commitment to continuous improvement and enhanced performance strategy.
Alonso call for investigation in pace loss
Fernando Alonso calls on Aston Martin to analyze pace deficit after Austrian Grand Prix, highlighting challenges faced and drawing parallels to previous year, while expressing optimism for improved performance in upcoming races and emphasizing the team's commitment to refining strategies and maintaining competitive edge.
Honda and Yamaha to be given a helping hand next season
Has the ever-evolving Areo war in Moto gp caused a ripple in the Honda and Yamaha camps?
Shannons Speed series wrap up Winton
Tom Oliphant and series leader Bailey Sweeny stood out in the action-packed Supercheap Auto TCR Australia Series with Oliphant's impressive reverse grid race win and Sweeny's commanding victory that extended his standings lead; Lochie Dalton's exceptional performance secured him two victories in the National Trans Am Series; Joey Mawson's dominance in the S5000 Australian Drivers' Championship was evident as he secured two wins, leaving Winton with his second round victory of the season; Jude Bargwanna's commanding performance in the Kumho V8 Touring Car Series yielded two victories, completing a grand slam for the round, with Pollicina leading the way in the Kumho Cup.
Shannons Speed Series Weekend Wrap
Cooper Webster's triumphs in the S5000 Australian Drivers' Championship, Shane Smollen's dominant performance in the Mobil 1 Australian Production Cars and Monochrome GT4 Australia Series, Geoff Emery and Max Offer's dramatic victory in the Fanatec GT World Challenge Australia, and Michael Clemente's maiden series win in the Supercheap Auto TCR Australia Series highlight thrilling battles and standout moments across various Australian motorsport championships, capturing the dedication and excitement of drivers and teams.
Shannons Speed Series arrived at Phillip Island
The Shannons SpeedSeries is revving up excitement for its upcoming event at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, featuring a diverse lineup of electrifying categories, including the Supercheap Auto TCR Australia Series, Mobil 1 Australian Production Cars, Monochrome GT4 Australia Series, S5000 Australian Drivers’ Championship, Fanatec GT World Challenge Australia, National Trans Am Series, and Kumho V8 Touring Car Series, promising three days of intense racing action for enthusiasts both on-site and through broadcasts.
Australian Formula One Grand Prix
The 2023 Formula One Australian Grand Prix witnessed a record-breaking turnout of over 440,000 fans, marked by a chaotic and dramatic race where Max Verstappen secured his first Australian Grand Prix win, while local rookie Oscar Piastri made his debut memorable by earning his maiden F1 points with an impressive eighth-place finish, adding to the race's history of twists and turns.
WSBK AUSTRALIA REVEIW
The 2023 World Superbikes and World Supersport season opener at Phillip Island saw Ducati's dominance with Alvaro Bautista's commanding three-win sweep, showcasing a clash of seasoned champions and new faces in treacherous conditions, while innovation and debate surrounded homologation changes, setting the stage for an enthralling and competitive championship ahead.