Author: Alex

Alex is the editor of Apexline, an independent Formula 1 and US motorsport site for American fans. Alex writes race previews, results and rule explainers, checks every result, point total and session time against formula1.com and the FIA, and converts race times to Eastern, Central and Pacific time. Read how we work in our editorial policy: https://vantage97.design/editorial-policy/
Elevated view of the Circuit of the Americas track in Austin, TexasFormula 1F1 2027 Calendar: 10 Sprint Races and Every US DateFormula 1 has confirmed the 2027 calendar with 24 rounds and 10 Sprint weekends. Here are the dates, the new Sprint venues and the three US rounds.October 19, 2026 · Alex The No. 7 Toyota GR010 Hybrid Hypercar on track at Spa-FrancorchampsEnduranceWEC 6 Hours of Barcelona: Toyota Wins and Takes the TitleToyota finished 1-2 at the 6 Hours of Barcelona to seal its eighth WEC manufacturers' title. Full classification and what is left to decide.October 19, 2026 · Alex View of the track and grandstands at Phoenix RacewayNASCARTyler Reddick Wins Phoenix: How the Final Restart Decided ItTyler Reddick ended a six-month winless run at Phoenix Raceway and handed Toyota the Cup Series manufacturers' title.October 19, 2026 · Alex Red Bull Racing V8 era Formula One car on track at Barcelona in 2012Formula 1F1 V8 Engines Return in 2030? What the FIA Is ProposingThe FIA wants V8 engines back in F1 by 2030, with Rwanda as a possible first race. Here are the targets, the approval process and what is still unconfirmed.October 18, 2026 · Alex Start of the 1932 24 Hours of Le MansVintage GearRacing Chronographs: Why Car Watches Carry Race NamesCarrera, Monaco, Daytona and Speedmaster all point back to motor racing. Here is the story behind each name.October 16, 2026 · Alex Vintage racing helmet, leathers and motorbike on displayVintage GearHow the Full Face Racing Helmet Got Its StartThe Bell Star arrived in 1966 and changed what drivers wore. Here is where the full face helmet came from and why it caught on.October 15, 2026 · Alex Grandstand and front straight at Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayCircuitsIndianapolis Motor Speedway: A Fan’s GuideWhat to know about Indianapolis Motor Speedway, from the 2.5 mile oval to the Indy 500 and the road course.October 15, 2026 · Alex Ferrari 499P race car on track at the 2023 24 Hours of Le MansEnduranceLe Mans Explained: How a 24 Hour Race WorksA plain guide to the 24 Hours of Le Mans: the track, the classes, the drivers and how a winner is decided.October 14, 2026 · Alex Aerial view of Bristol Motor Speedway short track filled with carsNASCARShort Tracks vs. Superspeedways: How the Track Changes NASCAR RacingA short track and a superspeedway can feel like two different sports. Here is what changes for NASCAR drivers.October 14, 2026 · Alex Alex Palou driving his red and yellow IndyCarIndyCarAlex Palou Wins Fifth IndyCar Title: How the 2026 Season EndedAlex Palou won his fifth IndyCar championship, a record-tying fourth in a row for Chip Ganassi Racing.October 13, 2026 · Alex