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Brodie Kostecki will not return to Erebus for 2024

Supercars champion Brodie Kostecki's shock split with Erebus Motorsport amidst tensions hints at a potential transition to NASCAR, backed by strong links with businessman Peter Adderton's MobileX brand and joint ventures with Richard Childress Racing.

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Lewis Hamilton to move to Ferrari in 2025

Lewis Hamilton, a seven-time F1 world champion, will depart Mercedes to join Ferrari for the 2025 season, marking a significant shift in his career after an illustrious tenure with the Silver Arrows.

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Gas Gas Moto GP team unveil new livery with support of RedBull

Red Bull GASGAS Tech3 reveals their vibrant new livery for the 2024 MotoGP season, with Augusto Fernandez and Pedro Acosta set to lead the charge in their sophomore and debut campaigns respectively, promising an electrifying season ahead.

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Lando Norris signs multi-year contract with McLaren

Lando Norris's decision to extend his contract with McLaren reflects his confidence in the team's capabilities and marks a commitment to continue their journey together towards challenging for victories in Formula 1.

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America has arrived to MotoGP with Trackhouse Racing
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America has arrived to MotoGP with Trackhouse Racing

Trackhouse Racing MotoGP™ unveils their inaugural color scheme for the Aprilia RS-GP motorcycles in Southern California, embodying American racing heritage while introducing Miguel Oliveira and Raul Fernandez as they aim to make their mark in the MotoGP™ World Championship.

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Charles Leclerc signs contract extension beyond 2024

Ferrari's decision to extend their contract with Charles Leclerc not only solidifies their partnership but also underscores the team's unwavering dedication to achieving success in Formula 1, as they recognize Leclerc's talent, determination, and potential to lead them to victory on the global stage of motorsport.

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VR46 unveil striking fluo livery for the 2024 MotoGP season

The launch event for the new MotoGP™ season of the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team marked a milestone in their tenth year, celebrating a successful partnership with PT Pertamina Lubricants, while anticipating the debut of Marco Bezzecchi and Fabio Di Giannantonio amidst a backdrop of technical innovation and glowing anticipation.

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McLaren unveil 2024 livery for upcoming season

McLaren unveils their striking 2024 Formula 1 livery, featuring more papaya alongside anthracite and chrome accents, while confirming the unchanged driver lineup of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, under the leadership of Team Principal Andrea Stella, with the addition of technical experts Rob Marshall and David Sanchez, marking their commitment to continued performance excellence.

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Guenther Steiner has left HAAS F1 team with immediate Effect

Guenther Steiner steps down as Team Principal of Haas F1 Team, with Ayao Komatsu assuming the role, tasked with revitalizing on-track performance, while plans are underway to recruit a European-based Chief Operating Officer to oversee non-competition matters.

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Jaxon Evans will drive for BJR for 2024

Brad Jones Racing signs New Zealand racer Jaxon Evans to replace Jack Smith for the 2024 Supercars season, racing the SCT Motorsport Camaro and joining four other Kiwis on the grid.

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Fabio Di Giannantonio will move to VR46 for 2024

Fabio di Giannantonio secures his MotoGP future by joining the Mooney VR46 Racing Team as a replacement for Luca Marini, becoming the first non-VR46 Academy member and experienced rider to sign with Valentino Rossi's team.

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Erebus joins the greats by taking out both championships

Erebus Motorsport achieved a historic double in the 2023 Repco Supercars Championship, winning both the drivers' title with Brodie Kostecki and the teams' title, joining an elite group of only five other teams to accomplish this feat in the same year.

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Jack Smith will step back from Supercars in 2023

Jack Smith will leave full-time Supercars racing at the end of 2023, concluding a four-season stint with Brad Jones Racing since his debut in 2020, to be marked by his final race at the VAILO Adelaide 500.

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Aaron Seton to step down from Super two in 2023

Aaron Seton, the 25-year-old son of two-time Australian Touring Car Champion Glenn Seton, is stepping back from the Super2 Series after the 2023 season to focus on his new role as a partner in Gomersall Motorsport.

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Bathurst International wrap up

Bathurst International lead to a weekend of dramatic races across both TCR and National Trans Am Series, with Santiago Urrutia, Norbert Michelisz, Yann Ehrlacher, and James Moffat claiming notable victories, and Josh Buchan winning the 2023 TCR Australia title and James Moffat claiming the Trans Am title.

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General Motors registers to join Formula one in 2028

General Motors has registered with the FIA to join Formula 1 as an engine manufacturer from 2028, planning to enter through a partnership with Andretti Global's bid to form an 11th team, contingent on approval from Formula One Management.

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Pedro Acosta wins 2023 Moto2 world title

Pedro Acosta, a rising talent in motorcycle racing, secured the 2023 Moto2 world championship at the Malaysian Grand Prix and is set to move up to MotoGP with Tech3 in 2024, following a remarkable trajectory that includes a Moto3 title and a unique approach to his upcoming transition.

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