VR46 approached by Aprilia for 2027 but new Ducati MotoGP deal is imminent
Aprilia initiated contact with VR46 about supplying satellite bikes for MotoGP’s new 850cc era in 2027, but Valentino Rossi’s squad is now close to agreeing a fresh deal with Ducati.VR46 has been a Ducati customer ever since it stepped up to premier class in 2022, with the dominance…
Hyundai’s WRC upgrade plan to close the gap to Toyota
Hyundai plans to unleash further upgrades to its World Rally Championship car after this week’s Safari Rally Kenya as it bids to close the gap to rivals Toyota.The Korean marque has made a slow start to the 2026 season resulting in comprehensive defeats to Toyota…
Jerez hosts three days of private MotoGP testing with Michelin and Pirelli tyres
Three of MotoGP’s five manufacturers are holding a three-day test at Jerez this week, with 2027 Pirelli tyres at their disposal.After completing the two official pre-season tests at Sepang (3–5 February) and Buriram (21–22 February), plus the season-opening Thailand Grand Prix at the beginning of…
Aprilia boss on calming Marco Bezzecchi: ‘He’s giving himself enough s**t already’
Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola says there is “no reason” for him to rein in Marco Bezzecchi’s aggression, insisting the Italian rider is already tough on himself.Bezzecchi has emerged as one of the strongest riders on the MotoGP grid, having followed up his victories at…
Pedro Acosta leads MotoGP standings after opener – but history says it’s no title guarantee
Pedro Acosta left Thailand as the first leader of the 2026 MotoGP world championship. The KTM rider claimed his maiden sprint victory in Saturday’s contest and followed it up with a second-place result in the grand prix itself.Accumulating 32 points across the weekend, he now…
How Raul Fernandez is chasing his next MotoGP contract
For several months now, Raul Fernandez has looked different – far more consistent on track and more mature off it, particularly when speaking to the media. Last season, his best since moving up to MotoGP, progressed steadily until he claimed a victory and two podiums…
No new Yamaha MotoGP engine until after French GP, says Fabio Quartararo
Fabio Quartararo says it is unlikely Yamaha will be able to bring an updated version of its V4 MotoGP engine until after the French Grand Prix in May.Last weekend’s Thailand Grand Prix exposed Yamaha’s straightline speed deficit in 2026, with Quartararo running 6.5km/h slower than…
Why Hyundai WRC team is «working at 120 per cent» to salvage its difficult 2026 season
Hyundai is no closer to making a decision regarding its participation in the World Rally Championship in 2027, with the team confirming its priority is to improve its 2026 Rally1 car.The WRC is less than 12 months away from the launch of its new technical…
Aprilia on dominant MotoGP start: ‘Ducati isn’t struggling, we did something special’
Aprilia has denied suggestions that its rival Ducati underperformed at the MotoGP Thailand Grand Prix, insisting it simply outgunned the Borgo Panigale by producing “something special”.The Noale-based manufacturer kicked off the 2026 MotoGP season with a dominant victory at Buriram, with Marco Bezzecchi leading every…
Fermin Aldeguer to attempt MotoGP comeback in Brazil after serious leg injury
Gresini MotoGP rider Fermin Aldeguer has appeared on the provisional entry list for the Brazilian Grand Prix on 22 March, as he begins the final stretch of his recovery.The Spaniard suffered a serious injury on 8 January while training on a road bike at the…
