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Striking Red Bull new rear wing explored as Chinese giants in F1 talks – RacingNews365 Review

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Red Bull was spotted trialling its own version of Ferrari’s unmissable Macarena rear wing during a filming day at Silverstone this week, but with a key difference compared to the Scuderia. 

It is Red Bull’s first attempt at replicating a rear wing similar to Ferrari’s extravagant design. RacingNews365 has shown how it works and how it compares to the rear wings used across the opening three Grands Prix.

READ MORE: How staggering new Red Bull rear wing operates

Major Chinese manufacturer confirms F1 talks

Giant Chinese manufacturer BYD has confirmed that it has held conversations with F1 CEO and president Stefano Domenicali.

The Chinese brand is rapidly growing and recently overtook Tesla to become the global top seller of EV vehicles. 

READ MORE: Major Chinese manufacturer confirms F1 talks

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McLaren technical insights explain fundamental F1 regulation changes

McLaren technical director Mark Temple has provided detailed insights into the fundamental changes shaping the 2026 Formula 1 regulations, focusing particularly on power unit energy management and aerodynamic modifications that are already influencing driver behaviour.

Speaking during a technical briefing alongside team principal Andrea Stella and chief designer Rob Marshall, Temple outlined the significant differences between current and future aerodynamic concepts, emphasising the crucial 50/50 power split between internal combustion engines and electrical components that defines the new era.

READ MORE: McLaren technical insights explain fundamental F1 regulation changes

Christian Horner spotted in MotoGP paddock

Christian Horner has been spotted in the MotoGP paddock at this weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix, held at Circuito de Jerez.

The Briton has been without a position in motorsport since being axed by Red Bull as its team principal following last year’s British Grand Prix.

READ MORE: Christian Horner spotted in MotoGP paddock

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F1 open to radical overhaul after major manufacturer shift

F1 chief Stefano Domenicali has explained how the championship and power unit manufacturers are open to "different" power units in the future.

The current 50-50 hybrid units were unveiled in 2022 in a bid to entice new manufacturers to grand prix racing, with Audi committing as a works team and Ford joining as technical partner to Red Bull Powertrains. 

READ MORE: F1 open to radical overhaul after major manufacturer shift

Unique Max Verstappen trait highlighted: ‘That’s why he is so loved’

Motorsport legend Jacky Ickx has lavished praise on Max Verstappen's ability to transcend the limitations of his Red Bull machinery, explaining why the four-time F1 champion commands such widespread respect throughout the paddock.

Speaking exclusively to RacingNews365, the 81-year-old Belgian highlighted a crucial period that he feels cemented Verstappen's reputation amongst his peers and fans alike.

READ MORE: Unique Max Verstappen trait highlighted: ‘That’s why he is so loved’

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